2004 Chevy Malibu Maxx Review
Price Estimate: $1,359 - $2,258





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Hatchback configuration makes for easy loading, spacious interior with adjustable rear seats, plenty of safety and convenience features, innovative remote start feature, standard V6.
Cons
- Lackluster interior, less cargo space than true wagons or SUVs.
What’s new
Based on the 2004 Chevy Malibu, the Malibu Maxx is an all-new vehicle. A cross between a sedan and a wagon, it's designed to give midsize car buyers a little more space so that they don't have to resort to an SUV.
Edmunds says
Spacious and well equipped, the Malibu Maxx is a well-executed design that adds the functionality of a wagon to a sedan's drivability.
For sale near Perth Amboy, NJ
10 listings
- 133,875 miles
- 3 accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
- 19 City / 28 Hwy MPG
- Robin Drive Auto (95 mi away)
- Alarm
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
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Located in Bear, DE
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
22 Combined MPG (19 City/28 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1G1ZT62844F142514
Stock: 142514
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-10-2024- 140,931 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
- 19 City / 28 Hwy MPG
- Ride Easy Auto (485 mi away)
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Power Driver Seat
- Auto Climate Control
- Alarm
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Located in China Grove, NC
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
22 Combined MPG (19 City/28 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1G1ZU64854F223273
Stock: 223273
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-31-2025
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in New Jersey
$164/mo for Malibu Maxx LS
Malibu Maxx LS
vs
$159/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
Chevrolet Malibu Maxx Owner Reviews
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I love this car!
4.75 out of 5 starsKJP, 10/11/2010
2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LS 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
I bought this car used with 8800 miles on it. It now has over 135,000 miles and is still going strong! This is the most reliable car I've ever owned! I get great gas mileage and it is comfortable to drive! I drive 120 miles round trip M-F to work and back. This car is very roomy and practical! I love the hatchback and the fact that the seats fold down. I can haul TONS in this car! … This car accelerates quickly and stops fast. Blind spots are limited so seeing out the windows is easy. There is really nothing I can say negatively about this car!
Bring it Back
4.88 out of 5 starsdaisydal14, 04/03/2014
2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LS 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Bought this car new and only have 93,000 miles on it.
I have been hit once in the left rear quarter panel and had it repaired back to new! I was getting 37mpg on the freeway for the first few yeas but I am still getting 35mpg today. In town is not so great.
I absolutely love this car! I really enjoy driving it either around town or on the freeway. Still has great acceleration. Have only … replaced thermostat, serpentine belt and brakes and a spring.
Muffler has a small hole in it which is not surprising
- in Wisconsin. Everything still works (knock on wood). The remote fob broke but I am getting it fixed at a jewelers as it needs to be soldered.
Don't buy GM
2.75 out of 5 starsJuliaG, 05/08/2010
2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LT 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
I have owned this car for less than a year (less than 70,000 miles) and it has had more than $3000 in repairs. The most recent issue for me was loss of power steering while on the highway. It's obvious to me that GM was aware of this safety issue, having issued a recall for the same year/make/model, although not including my VIN and they are not at all willing to assist me, although the … dealership offered me a 10% discount on my bill. I will never again purchase a GM vehicle after the poor customer service I have received and vehicle quality I have experienced.
So many things to say...
3.13 out of 5 starschristiehall, 11/28/2012
2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LS 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Where to start? I bought this car from a used car lot in October 2011, with just over 100,000 miles for $6,500. The seat frame needed to be welded, and the other side did later. The water filter needed replacing, the belt broke in November 2011, left front wheel bearing broke in January 2012, air conditioner broke in May 2012, right front wheel bearing, spindle, hub cap, and others … melted together in November 2012, as well as left front wheel bearing breaking again, back seat handle is broke, two remotes, CD player is jammed, shakes when braking, cruise control half works,
etc. etc. Bad car, don't buy!
2004 Malibu Maxx Highlights
LS
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $21,600 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 22 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $164/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 22.8 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Malibu Maxx include:
- Alarm
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