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Used 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Great Car

Steve, 09/09/2008
2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LS 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

This is the best value I have ever owned in a car. I purchased for $13,400 2.5 yrs ago and still worth 10- 10.5k, just got 33 mpg on a 200 mile trip going 62mph. Great handling and acceleration. Quiet motor, hasn't seen the dealer since I have owned it. Purchased with 11k, now has 52.5k. Chose over an Impala since designed and handled like a more expensive import.

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5 out of 5 stars

Maxx at 7,500 Miles

juswheels, 10/27/2005
2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LS 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful

We purchased our new 05 Maxx in June of this year. We haven't been a GM customer for a number of years but after a lengthly test drive, we decided to come back to GM. So far we've traveled about 7,500 trouble free miles. Not one problem or complaint. On the highway, I've consistently averaged 33 MPG and around town in the mid 20's. I am absolutely pleased with the Quality, Handling, and Design of this car.

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5 out of 5 stars

Lots of bang for the money!

patches, 01/01/2006
2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LS 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Very great car, dependable and convenient. A sure keeper. Smooth, quiet drive, lots of room, especially with two youngsters. Cargo is great. Got rid of my Blazer LT for this one, and I do not regret it. Lots of space like an SUV, but handling is far smoother. I will definitely keep this car.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Cute Sporty Car

VJF, 01/01/2006
2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LS 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Bought used with 30,600 miles. Have had the car since 12/13/05. Drove in rain/snow/ice mix first day. Handled well, felt secure with traction control. Like the look and handling of the Maxx. Drove over 400 miles during the holidays with cruise at 70 and got 32.5 mpg. Have difficulty getting comfortable in the rock hard seat. Have only two electric adjustments. But the pedals and steering adjustments do help. Three adults in the back seat amazed at leg room even tho a little tight on seating and were impressed with sunroof and spacious interior.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Good alpine driver

eljon, 01/07/2006
2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LT 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Drives well on hiways and brakes very well at high speeds. Lots of passing power. Nice ride.

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