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Chevy bought me over with this car
mvozz888, 10/24/2011
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
34 of 35 people found this review helpful
First of all I would like to say that I find it disappointing to read negative reviews on such a marvelous car. Anyone experiencing major engine or trans. issues has probably not serviced their vehicle at regular reccomended intervals. The 2.2 liter ecotec engine is incredibly economical, though it could use a few more horses. Before i purchased this car from my father, it had been used every day as a company car. My father is a salesman who is on the road daily with considerable amounts of extra cargo weight added. He was putting 500+ miles on it weekly. This car has had no issues with engine, transmission, torque conv, etc. It currently has 105,432 miles and still runs strong.
I absolutely love my car!
bm231, 10/27/2015
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS Fleet 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
15 of 15 people found this review helpful
I'm a full time college student and live an hour away from school, & I also work 30 minutes away from home. Living in MI, where our winter roads are treacherous and you'd usually buy a vehicle with 4WD. My car has never failed me and has always been 100% reliable, even with a 1 day drive across the nation to FL. The only downer I've experienced is my gas Guage being broken on E.
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This car is a maintenance nightmare
Robert Reed, 02/01/2016
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
28 of 31 people found this review helpful
When I look at the comments from the first year of ownership from individuals who bought this vehicle new, I see many good comments. The complains come from individuals as the 2007 Malibu acquires some age and mileage and many, many of the complains are the very same I have experienced. We have replace the intermediate steering wheel shaft three times (this is what causes the rattle under the dashboard at 45 MPH many owners describe here), we have replaced the $1600 electronic power steering unit (this is a frequent complaint), we replaced a defective oil filter bracket (a 26 year Chevrolet Service Department Manager said this was a very poor design), we have had the issue with the passenger side air bag/seat belt light going off and on that many people describe as well and recently experience the issue with our fuel gauge needle moving up and down, the gas low chime going off and finally it failed the emissions testing in our county in TN because the fuel gauge issue was really due to the fuel sending unit actually in the gas tank that was defective (as well as the fuel pump) and it cost me $700 to have it fixed. While being repaired for that issue I asked my mechanic to determine why the heat had stopped working recently and they found the water pump was leading coolant. Sadly, this car is one of the best looking vehicles I have ever owned, it offers a very comfortable ride and has a great engine with great pickup but the thousands of dollars in repairs I have spent on it will insure I don't by a Chevrolet product when my wife and I buy two new vehicles cash in two years when we retire. My work car is a 2000 Malibu and besides the ignition switch recall, I've never spent any repair money on it except for normal tires, brakes, tune up, routine maintenance items.
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Jim's Chevrolet Malibu
James Pastore, 10/25/2006
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
31 of 36 people found this review helpful
I have read allot about the engine in this car (ecotech) and have heard nothing but good comments about it. I know they have increased the power in this engine to 900 HP for racing, so I believe this engine will work for me. Maybe it will come. However, I presently have allot of power for what I need. It is hard to keep this car at 55 MPH with barely touching the gas pedal. It passes very easily. It looks great. Runs smooth and quiet. People have asked me what kind of car is it. They are surprised when I tell them it is a Malibu. I presently get 33.8 MPG combined.
Excellent Daily Driver!
Takis Tzinakos, 01/10/2007
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
Drove the Malibu 3500kms in three weeks, in town and on the highway. It`s an excellent daily driver, comfortable and roomy with adequate power, acceptable handling, and very good brakes (ABS would help). Found it sensitive to high winds and while the fuel consuption was 8.2L / 100km in town didn`t get any better on the highway. Overal quality, performance, comfort, styling etc. OK, but not on a par with the Hyundai Sonata!
are you crazy?
idiots1, 12/23/2011
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS Fleet 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I purchased my Malibu used at 51,000 miles. The car did have a few little glitches, like the windshield wiper hub vibration(easily fixed) which was a manufacture defect. I fixed it with 2 sided tape 46,000 miles ago. No more vibration. After a few mods, like a new throttle body/ intake manifold and higher duration cams i got a regular 16 % millage increase and 42 more horses. That all cost me less than $1300. which brings the total up to $22,320. still a better value than the competition. The car handles great on the windy Adirondack mountain roads that I live on and is adequately aggressive in traffic. Although it could really do with a 6 speed, the car is still fast enough. Great Car.
Bad Choice
Very Disappointed, 11/04/2010
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
15 of 19 people found this review helpful
I agree with every bad review on the 2007 Chevy Malibu. I was so excited when I purchased this car November of 2008 and now I'm very disappointed. Since having this car, my radio has been replaced with a new one and day later it went bad again. The wheel bearing had to be replaced, the inside dum light too and worst of all like every other 07 Chevy Malibu my power steering column has went bad after 88,000 miles costing a little under a 1,000 bucks to be repaired. There is not a recall and I think that that is not fair when buying a car that's only three years old.
Regret this purchase GM
dmt1968, 04/12/2012
2007 Chevrolet Malibu SS 4dr Sedan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
This is my second Malibu. I bought this one because I was so pleased with my '03. This '07 is a big let down. At only 52k miles, I have many problems. Gas gage doesn't work, Transmission slams and slips gears, Grinding noise in the front wheels (breaks are fine). I've kept up on all of my scheduled maintances, and of course the power-tran warranty ran out at 5 yrs. I guess GM planned that out well. The dealer swears they can't find a thing wrong with the transmission, but I really don't think you should feel like someone rear ended you when you come to a stop. And, I hate that the transmission is a closed system, can't even check the fluid without taking it to a mechanic.
I love this car and would buy another.
jacquelyne beasley, 12/25/2006
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
This is one of the best cars I have owned in my entire life. If I could get my husband to buy me another one I would. I love my car and I want another one just to go to church in only on Sunday and nothing else. Great car, great design, good on my budget. Thank you GM.
I'm Going Back to Toyotas
dlb9, 10/29/2012
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
13 of 18 people found this review helpful
My Malibu is comfortable, it drives well, but the fuel sensor broke at around 60,000 miles, and now it is clunking when I turn. I inherited this car -- it's only the second Chevy I've owned, and when I buy a new car, I'm going back to Toyotas. I could put 200,000 miles on those cars before having the issues I'm having with this Malibu.
Good car for a low price
Jeff, 01/06/2007
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
After 2,000 miles there have been no problems. 26 mpg avg for city driving. The 4 cylinder has plenty of pep. Nice set of standard features on the base model plus we really like the 5 star safety rating for side impact when equiped with full side curtain air bags.
2007 Chevy Malibu LS
Timothy J. Konopka, 07/25/2007
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I purchased my Malibu on July 6, 2007 and am extremely happy with it. The build quality, i.e. fit, finish and mechanics are exceptional! I was very surprised with how powerful the 2.2 four cylinder is. This car handles very well and is fun to drive! I needed a fuel efficient car since I drive 80 miles a day to work and Chevy did not disappoint with an average of 28.5 miles per gallon. An exceptional value.
Malibu anti-theft malfuction
Rebecca, 07/09/2008
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I only have 4000 miles on my Malibu car and I have an anti theft malfunction. The car just dies on you and you have to have it towed to the dealership each time it happens. GMC has not offered a recall on this problem and there are hundreds of complaints online about the same problem. I'm not happy with it because of this problem and also because once you're on the freeway you can't have the windows open as you can with Fords and other cars. The car starts vibrating and making an awful sound so you have to shut the windows. This was a very costly experience and I regret changing from 40 years with Ford.
PeppyChevy
Jackd911, 12/15/2006
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
With VVT it is very peppy. Not as economical as our 2004. Very roomy. Many good features like traction control and ABS. Has all air bags. Very quiet. So far no defects. I like the styling and new color, Amber Bronze. New position of nets in luggage compartment is very useful. Good build quality.
Overall, Great Car
CONNIE, 09/30/2006
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
14 of 23 people found this review helpful
I have only had my vehicle for about 2 weeks, but I love it! I am a little disappointed that it does not have the tracking feature as the other Malibus have had. But I am looking forward to a long and happy time with this car.
Best car ever
Nathan, 02/21/2021
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2007 max four years ago and no major work just main things so no bad report from me besides its tricky to bleed the radiator system
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You Get What You Pay For
rtmack, 02/15/2010
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car because I wanted a 4- door car with good gas mileage. I didn't expect too much. I'm satisfied with the car. There is a rattle around the passenger dash/firewall. It is pretty much constant. There is another rattle around 45mph that seems to come from under the car. Other people have reported these rattles.
runs great but has poor am radio .
jim, 06/09/2018
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
overall a good dependable car
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Great, Reliable Vehicle
Nick, 12/14/2023
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I owned my malibu for three years. Bought it in 2020 with 5700 miles (yes, 5700), and put 30k on it before selling to a friend of mine to help him out. I never had any issues with the car and I trusted it to go anywhere. Could use some more HP, but gas mileage is great. I averaged around 34-35 mpg going 70-80 mph on the highway. You can't go wrong with one of these if they've been taken care of!
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Rattle under the dashboard
Ed, 10/18/2009
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2007 Malibu LTZ in September 2009 with 22100 miles. Very clean and sporty. Stereo system sounds great. Only problem is when I'm driving on the highway an annoying rattle comes and goes under the dashboard. Sounds like a leaf stuck in the vent but it's not. It sounds like it is coming from the heating/cooling system. I noticed many others had same complaints of an annoying rattle under the dashboard.
Done with chevy
zuesman, 10/09/2010
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS Fleet 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
I've always been a Chevy guy, but i think its time to switch. At only 60,000 miles the dreaded power steering clunk that all malibus are having showed up, the exhaust is leaking very bad , the rattle noise in the dash is driving me nuts, you cannot open the rear windows over 30 mph because the rear panel under the rear window starts to rattle, need i say more . GM says there are no recalls on these issues . Ok who decides to issues a recall? They need to take care of these problems . I dumping this joke , heading to the ford dealership soon. good luck chevy . give me a call next time you need a bailout . NOT
I will never buy one again
Paul S, 10/15/2010
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS Fleet 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
5 of 9 people found this review helpful
I had the car 2 weeks when the passenger airbag sensor went bad. Then the gas gauge stopped working not long after that, then the engine light started coming on also sensor on the power steering started going bad, this car is a piece of junk.
These cars are crap!
Kaitlynn Alphonse, 09/30/2017
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS Fleet 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
So I paid 2700 for a chevy Malibu with 92,000 miles on it. The car was great .... For the first week. after the first week I started having cranking problems and overheating issues. The passenger air bag sensor is ofcourse faulty. The radiator, heater coil, AND the water pump had to be fixed a week after purchasing. I am not happy with chevy. Also, changed the thermostat and the NEW thermostat was faulty!!!! not a good purchase.
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Death trap & money pit
v85, 09/21/2014
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
5 of 13 people found this review helpful
This is a horrible car. Not long after I bought it, the steering rack had to be replaced (ended up being replaced 4x in under a year). I had to replace the sway bars and the brake pads were warped - keep in mind this was all at 30k-40k miles. Even better? At 63k miles, the engine light came on because the thermostat was broken. Also, in 1 month, I received 2 recalls - one has to do with the brakes, the other has to do with the transmission. In 5.5 yrs, I put almost $2500 in keeping this thing running. I recently traded it off for a foreign car. Thanks for the solid work, GM!
Decent Car
EdDav, 11/03/2009
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Purchased used 2 years ago. Has been reliable. Has been mostly glitch free.
Not Very Happy!
Lila, 04/07/2007
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We had bought the car off the show room floor. And the next day I had to take it back because it was pulling to the right. Then two days later I had to take it back again because there was a wobble coming from the front in. I'm a first time buyer and not too happy.
Fun-Tastic
Vanna, 02/07/2010
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS Fleet 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I really enjoy driving this car, it's roomy (my tall family members can sit comfortably in the back), the seats are comfortable and it handles EXCELLENTLY on snowy MT roads, although unlike 4/AWD cars, I am unable to stop on snowy/ice covered hills. I had test driven other higher- end Malibu's, but this was the only one that didn't have the weird rattley windshield that the others had. The interior is a little plain, but the car is very affordable and is perfect for young adults. Despite it having a small engine, it is still a pretty zippy car. If you're looking for a basic, safe, easy, & fun to drive car, the Malibu is a great choice.
So far so good
kennx01, 12/21/2008
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is my first Chevy and so far I have not had a problem. I have read the other reviews and it seems that the people with the LT 2.2 seem to be the most pleased with their vehicle. The gas mileage is good and this car is a lot more comfortable than the Mazda I had before. I think if Chevy can continue to improve its cars this will not be my last Chevy. Good luck and safe driving to everyone who purchased this car, so far I love Malibu.
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Mike, 10/31/2007
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I am 55 years old and have owned all brands of cars, including new Mercedes. Although the car is new and therefore reliability cannot be determined, the first impression is very favorable. The car is refined, comfortable, and tight. It gives the impression of solidity. The paint and finish are top notch. Sitting position is upright. Frankly, I couldn't believe it was such a nicely designed car, European-like. All options you would want are standard, except for the safety package which is standard next year. Safety ratings are excellent. Time will tell about reliability, but out of the box its pretty much a home run.
Good care for me
deucey, 12/21/2008
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS Fleet 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I am in the U.S Army and have to run back and forth between places a lot of the time. The MPG is a major plus. I love the Malibu and have not had any problems with it at all since I have bought it.
Good car for the money
bill of rights, 03/11/2008
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I do a lot of driving for business so I needed an inexpensive car that got good gas mileage and would be reliable. I got a great deal on the 07 because the 08s were coming to the dealer lots. The car now has 21000 miles on it with no problems at all. 95% of miles are highway and I have averaged around 31mpg at 70-75mph. The front seats need more padding and the car doesn't like the wind on the interstate. Overall the car has been great and I would recommend it to anyone who wants a good solid car and doesn't want to break the bank.
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Anthony, 01/23/2018
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This vehicles home maintenance is a nightmare. There is hardly any information on the vehicle, it's like they never came out with a 2007 Malibu. Not only that they placed almost every sensor on this vehicle in the worst places. Had to replace nearly every sensor at 80,000k miles. Both O2 sensors (very hard to get to places), Purge Solenoid (above the gas tank), vent solenoid (surprisingly the easiest to replace) and a fuel pump.
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Poorly built
tim, 07/16/2010
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car hoping it would be a good vehicle like the previous GM products I purchased in the past. I am disappointed and the more I drive it the more I hate it. My number one complaint is road noise. You can here every bump you hit and everything rattles under the car. The plastic bumpers, grill, and lights are easily moved with your hands. the whole front end is held on by plastic clips allowing a lot of travel and contributing to the road noise. GM could have done a better job. Not the quality product I expected from GM.
Malibu not a Threat to Honda or Toyota
company car, 11/04/2007
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
This company car is poorly designed.Door hinges cheap, front end replaced in 38,00 miles as was the a/c compressor, rotors, and wiper mechanism. There is a flutter in the a/c vent that no one can explain and is noisy. Others with our company have similiar problems so this is not a one caro thing. Also pwer steering problems with some
Great Car 2.2 LT Malibu 2007
Gangsta Malibu 2.2, 07/07/2008
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car and it was great. I loved it. First i oswned all Japanese cars such as Toyota, Honda etc, I think that the American car such as Chevy are way better in terms of performance and design. This car has a really powerful engine (Ecotec 2.2 cylinder) for a mid-size car. I love it. I would highly recommend it to everyone. It is a great buy. Great car, great design, great performance, great reliability. So many words to describe a wonderful car. Highly recommended.
Nice car, right price
dan, 02/06/2007
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Nice car for the price value. Surprised at standard options in a low priced car for it's category. The seats are very comfortable. As I'm 5'-4" with the standard feature driver seating adjustments a taller person would be just as comfortable. Rear seating is roomy and comfortable. I am dissappointed however with my overall city driving mpg. I currently am getting 21.5 mpg and I don't drive over 35 mph. Does this car require a "breaking in period" to realize the advertised 24mpg, or better?
Great Deal
Gohtraw, 02/10/2007
2007 Chevrolet Malibu SS 4dr Sedan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
When I went to buy a car, I had a few in mind. My original list consisted of a Camry, Accord, Malibu, and an Altima. The new Camry was well, a Camry. The only V6 in my price range was the LE (good luck finding one with a V6), that's not much. The Accord was refurbished but basically the same car from 4 years ago. The Altima was a skiddish car and I would have been buying a used 3.5. The Malibu SS had everything I wanted except a sunroof, standard. 18in wheels, 4 wheel disc, abs, side airbags (5* crash test), sport suspension, remote start, climate control, cruise control, three spoke wheel. Since it was a really big dealership needing every sell it could get, I was able to haggle it to 22k!
2007 Malibu
TOM CRAWFORD, 09/15/2008
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
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I purchased this vehicle for a daily commute of fifty miles. I had been driving a Mitsubishi Galant with 120000 miles on it. My Malibu had 27,800 miles when I bought it off lease. So far I have driven over 1000 miles and have discovered that my mileage at 45mph is 43 mpg, at 55 mph its 39mpg and at 70 mph it is 35 mpg. I am overly pleased with the mpg as well as the ride. I am 6'3 and 280 pounds and I have tons of leg room in the front drivers area. It is a lot of fun to drive and will probably purchase another one
2nd Great Malibu
SGMJCT, 11/17/2009
2007 Chevrolet Malibu SS 4dr Sedan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Traded 2001 Malibu for this Blk 2007 Malibu SS with pwr sunroof. One of the most comfortable autos I have had the pleasure of driving especially on long trips. Been from RI to far west twice with no problems. Love the 4 wheel brake system, easy to use info system.
Love my LTZ!
Tom, 02/16/2007
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have owned my car for a little over 4 months and the more I drive it, the more I like it. I love all of the feaures on this car, especially the remote start and heated seats. The car drives very well and has a lot more room than you would expect for a mid sized car. It drives great and has handled all sorts of weather including snow with no problems. It truly is a really nice car with a lot going for it!
Good Car, not perfect, but what is?
EUV, 12/04/2009
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS Fleet 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Has been a decent car that has been solidly reliable. No breakdowns or major problems, or even minor problems. Just a semi-minor glitch or two has plagued the car. Is comfortable and smooth over bumps, during turns etc etc etc.
Chevrolet Steered Me Wrong
Just Some Dude, 08/19/2008
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I'd rented a 2007 Malibu when my last car was being repaired, and I was so surprised that a GM product was so nice! So when it came time to buy a new car, this was my first choice. First the pluses: Mileage is well over 30 on hilly terrain. Downers: I've had to have the steering column replaced once and serviced a second time, and disturbing noises (under-the-hood rattle, dashboard rattle) developed rather soon after my purchase. The thing that really makes the car seem cheap is that writing keeps rubbing off seldom-used controls, particularly on the stereo. This will make the second radio replaced for that reason. Great ride, except that I worry about durability.
Save the cash
Celica Enthusiest, 09/18/2008
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I haven't enjoyed driving this car very much at all. The steering wheel is very large and hard to turn sharply. The acceleration is poor and when going up even the slightest hill it loses at least 10 miles per hour. The interior is well made and comfortable except for the material that covers the seats. I haven't had any mechanical problems but there is a constant rattle after you hit 45mph and it won't stop. The outside is very plain and doesn't appeal to the eye. It just isn't that great of a car.
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G. Stachwick, 04/10/2007
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
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I was greatly impressed with all aspects of the car except for one problem, a grunting or rumph noise in the rear breakes when the brakes were applied at a full stop. The dealer has removed the noise with brake repair. Unfortunatley the dealer found the same problem on another unsold Malibu on the lot. So as a warning to other potential buyers, in your test drive with radio and air condioning off, listen for this noise when making a full stop, especially when releasing the brake before moving on.
Better than expected
DVB, 05/16/2007
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
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I rented this car for a very long road trip(3500 miles)with no expectations whatsoever. At first I was somewhat put off by the lack of pizzaz both inside and out, but the car quickly won me over. It was more comfortable than my Honda pilot for long travel, and the gas mileage was exceptional for a full size car at 37 for pure highway driving and no worse than 33 in mixed driving. It also performed well in the mountains, had a good stereo and not much road noise. It lacked some electronic features, the cup holders are inconvenient, and had a small b/t seat storage compartment. Overall a good solid, no frills auto.
My little zippy Chevy
cece , 09/10/2007
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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All i can say I love my Malibu. I did a lot of research on this car, and when I sat in it I knew it should be mine. I had also had been looking at the Ford Focus when I pulled in the Ford lot to tell them I decided on the Chevy. I received nothing but compliments.
Pep with good mileage
Casey, 07/13/2007
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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This car handles great and gets 32 mpg hwy with a 3.5 engine. I like the European look especially in the silver color. Also has sunroof and spoiler. Great price compared to others in its class. (About 4000 less than book because it was a buy back). The electric power steering motor had to be replaced right off the bat but it was done quickly and there has been no trouble since. My wife and I took on a steep and winding country road when trying it out and we were hooked.
I bought another one!
Malibu4Life, 10/21/2007
2007 Chevrolet Malibu SS 4dr Sedan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
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My first car was a '68 Malibu. Yeah I know its a Chevelle, but to me it is and always will be a Malibu! I just traded in my '02 for the '07 Malibu SS. Wow! I love the pick up. I love the four wheel brake system! A lot roomier than the '02. The only thing I don't like is the boxy look. But after test driving it....it was mine! And I only went to the car lot to see if they had the new '08 models on the lot yet!
Good Bang for the Buck
wv-chevy, 01/20/2009
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
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First of all it is great on gas mileage (I have the 2.2 ECO-TEC), I got 500+ miles out of a tank once on a straight interstate trip, usually get 350-375 miles or so with mixed driving. It is fun to drive, very responsive and handles very well. I live in an area where there is some snow in the winter and I have yet to have a problem getting around when the roads are snow/slush covered. Outside the car really isn't much to look at but it isn't an eye sore either. The interior is about the same, fairly plain, not great looking but it's not terrible either. The seats are comfortable enough and there is ample room in the back for passengers.
GM needs to recall
unhappy, 08/29/2008
2007 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
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I was recently in a car accident do to steering wheel locking up and being unable to steer car. Front axle broke and A arm broke GM sent out an inspector which they determined the reason this happened was that I had hit a curb and that is why it happened. I refuse to believe that and am very unhappy with there answer. I can't believe that such a reputable company has let me down. I also can't believe that they told me that this problem had never been reported when in fact I have found many complaints on the internet about the same thing I really do not feel comfortable in this car anymore and will never purchase any vehicle from GM. I really think they need to look into this and recall cars