2005 Chevy Malibu Review
2005 Chevy Malibu Review





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Edmunds' Expert Review
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Pros
- Pros: Smooth ride quality, above-average fuel economy with V6, plenty of passenger and cargo space, ample safety and convenience features, innovative remote start feature.
Cons
- Lackluster interior, subpar brakes and steering, down on power compared to competitors, no manual transmission available.
What’s new
The side curtain airbag option now includes front-seat side-impact airbags.
Edmunds says
Roomy, affordable and well equipped, the Malibu delivers excellent value but lacks some of the performance and refinement of the class leaders.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.32 per gallon for regular unleaded in Virginia.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
$173/mo
Malibu LS
vs
$175/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
5 star(59%)
4 star(24%)
3 star(10%)
2 star(5%)
1 star(2%)
181 reviews
Most helpful consumer reviews
5 out of 5 stars
Pizza runner
Simon , 08/20/2019
2005 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
At 199,000 miles I’m still running strong. I bought the car from $1900 at 130000 miles. Very grateful to have a reliable car. I drive it hard and have had no issues since I owned it. I highly recommend this vehicle for people with the job like me or for your teenager. It has never left me hanging
5 out of 5 stars
Truly the perfect sedan
casper21, 03/05/2011
2005 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
My 2005 Chevy Malibu has 56,500 miles and has never given me any problems, barring the occasional Malibu moment. The 2.2L 4-cylinder engine is surprsingly robust and highway passing is not as difficult as it generally is with these type of engines. The interior, while considered boring by many, is to me just practical enough without being completely ugly. The cargo space, both in the … passenger cabin and the trunk is very surprising. Several employees at department stores have doubted that large objects could indeed fit in my spacious trunk, but they were also surprised that a full-size outdoor grill slid in with ease. Overall, my only complaint about the car is the lack of reading lamps.
5 out of 5 stars
best car I have ever owned
ashley, 02/13/2016
2005 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
I bought my car used off a car lot a year ago now. It already had 202,000 miles on it and now has about 229,000. I've had no problems with my car. Love it and so would buy another one.
4.25 out of 5 stars
Best for My Money
Bigbassdrum60, 08/01/2010
2005 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
I bought this Malibu in 2005 right off the lot new. It has never ever failed me. Great on mileage and I am averaging over 28 mpg with it. It owes me nothing. Comfortable, built well and except for the brakes, Disc in front and Drums in rear getting hard spots and will need to be turned)I have no issues with this car. Best car I bought for the money. Last year it got me through the snow … when my wife's Volvo S-80 wouldn't. Great traction with the tires I am using in snow. I suggest using Bridgestone Blizack tires on this car for added snow performance.
Features & Specs
- Base MSRP
- $19,200
- MPG & Fuel
- 21 City / 32 Hwy / 25 Combined
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 16 gal. capacity
- Seating
- 5 seats
- Drivetrain
- Type: front wheel drive
- Transmission: 4-speed automatic
- Engine
- Inline 4 cylinder
- Horsepower: 145 hp @ 5,600 rpm
- Torque: 155 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
- Basic Warranty
- 3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
- Dimensions
- Length: 188.3 in. / Height: 57.5 in.
- Overall Width without Mirrors: 69.9 in.
- Curb Weight: 3,174 lbs.
- Cargo Capacity, All Seats In Place: 15.4 cu.ft.
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Side Impact TestPoor
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintAcceptable
- IIHS Small Overlap Front TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front TestGood
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More about the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu
Used 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Overview
The Used 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is offered in the following submodels: Malibu Sedan. Available styles include LS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A), 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A), and LT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A). Pre-owned Chevrolet Malibu models are available with a 3.5 L-liter gas engine or a 2.2 L-liter gas engine, with output up to 200 hp, depending on engine type. The Used 2005 Chevrolet Malibu comes with front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 4-speed automatic.
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