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Team Malibu All The Way
Jonathan Ubben, 10/27/2015
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
32 of 34 people found this review helpful
Bought my 2008 LTZ 2.4L used in February 2011 with 28k on the clock. Soon after, the electric door locks failed - would not stay locked. Replaced under warranty. March 2012 the drain tubing from the sunroof came loose and ended up filling the passenger footwell with water. Self-diagnosed and repaired with a bit of silicone putty and super glue. New tires at 77k. Routine oil changes and brake fixes - but one time in North Carolina the front calipers wouldn't fully release. $200 to re-build the calipers. At 85k, replaced timing chain and intake/exhaust solenoid valves @ $1500. Around 88k, the service air bag light came on. The dealer has told me the seat-heater melted the passenger sensor module and both need to be replaced @ $1100. Currently unresolved. Now the good stuff: This is the best car I've ever had. I've found myself wanting more power at times, especially when climbing mountains across the country, but the 2.4 is sufficient. Great mileage, also. I've been getting about 25 mpg combined with mixed city/highway driving. Seats are totally comfortable - 7,200-mile cross-country road trip @29 mpg with zero complaints. The front doors do open a little bit far, but they have three stages where they stop. #2 is a good opening point. It's still a little bit difficult to tell exactly where the back of the car is when backing in somewhere, but I've gotten used to it. Not looking forward to the labor-intensive process when a headlight goes out, but I changed foglamps myself without issue. I would buy it again (but I would get the V6).
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Was great!
cassin, 07/28/2011
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
Have had the car for 3 years bought it with about 10k miles. Now has 49k miles on it, just got tires and they tell me the ball joints are bad and surprised the tire hasnt fallen off yet. The car has made a popping noise, the steering wheel isnt straight and the locks on the back doors do not work...well sometimes the driver side back lock will open but not lock back. Over all the amount of money for the car for the value isnt great, i have had other cheaper cars that havent had any problems like this.
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Absolutely Confident
Thomas, 02/22/2010
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/2LT (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
I purchased my Red Malibu 2LT two years ago and could not be happier with it. I haven't had a single issue with it and I feel 100% confident that it will be a very reliable car. The interior is gorgeous with the two-tone cashmere/cocoa trim and the Red Jewel paint is awesome. I have received so many complements on this car and it never gets old.I am getting great gas mileage in combined driving and my car feels completely solid. The safety features in my Malibu make me feel very secure. I am especially pleased with the small details put into this car, such as accent lights by the inside door handles. I recommend this car to anyone looking for safe, reliable, and stylish transportation.
I fell for a slick marketing campaign
TDD, 05/12/2009
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
16 of 17 people found this review helpful
I had abandoned Chevy in 2001, having back to back Nissans (Maxima & Altima) until 2008, when I was lured back to Chevy with heavy incentives. "The Car You Can't Ignore" ads were on every 5 minutes. The car was fun at first, but I swear it gets less responsive the more I drive it. Acceleration is reluctant, and steering is stiffer than when new. Just found out the steering gear is failing at only 16K miles. Rear seat doesn't latch properly, and if you stare at the sheet metal too hard, you can dent it with sheer will-power. (how did I get a door-ding on the roof?) No tactile response on the center stack; you have to take your eyes off the road to operate heater/radio. I tried, GM/Chevy......
Great Car
cardriver18, 09/02/2013
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
21 of 23 people found this review helpful
I got my 2008 LT Malibu in May 2013. I have to say that it is comfortable to drive and the gas mileage is great. I get about 26-28 driving in the city and 30-35 highway. I mostly have been hitting 31 mpg. This car has had no problems and runs great at 99k miles. I do however plan to trade in this car for a chevy cruze this coming spring.
Was a nice Car
bcarmichael1, 07/25/2012
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
Overall I enjoyed my car when I first bought it in 2008. I have had to take my car in four times in the last three months. Things that have gone wrong in the last 2 years: replace door locks (driver side front and back), keyless remotes, exhaust and cam solenoids, emergency brake, tires, brakes, OnStar system, Intermediate shaft in steering column, and numerous sensors. I am happy that I bought the extended warranty. I recently have had to put new brakes on the car and new tires. The car only has 55,500 miles on it. Will never own another GM product.
Great Car
peen1, 01/23/2013
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
I have 111K on my 3.6L LTZ. I still like the quality interior and have been in few mid priced cars that can match the interior quality. It still runs and handles like new barring a minor squeek hear and there. The only thing that has gone wrong is that I had to replace one power door lock mechanism. It's slowly loosing oil and coolant after 111K miles, but I think I can get at least another couple years out of it before I'd have to fix it. Also, the chevy key fobs are junk, and break but are pretty cheap to replace. I
2008 Chevy Malibu 2.4 LT automatic
cindy88, 06/21/2012
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Bought the car brand new from a Chevy dealership in 2008. Within 2 years I had to replace the Transmission, Catalyic converter, exhaust system, Right front axle, trunk trim and cupholder (in the back which is never used)..not to name a few more things I cannot find my paperwork for. Needless to say my car now dies at any given time. The RPMS will ramp up and jerk the car forward than the RPMS fall and my car dies. Not sure what the problem is as I had just replaced the battery and the car has gotten worse. Any suggestions?
Unreliable
Manny- Chula Vista, 06/08/2008
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I'm very disappointed. I just purchased my 2008 LTZ with every option, has had to be towed twice, last time left me totaly stranded, nothing would work, including OnStar. Great looks but has had a replacement alternator, battery, and now waiting for a complete new wiring harness.
Terrible Product Quality
Bill, 09/28/2015
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
Door locks two down and two to go....at $300 a pop, passenger airbag failed just before warranty went out and chevrolet they never fixed it; tire pressure sensor failure, headlamp replacement is a human factors nightmare....have to remove the entire front end to replace a headlamp bulb.
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Not Happy!
wiley4, 06/13/2012
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
I have always been a Ford buyer, but when I seen the new 2008 Malibu, I had to have it. I became very disappointed after a short while. If I could get rid of this car, I would never buy another chevrolet car, truck, etc. It looks good, but it drives so rough. You feel every little bump. This car has been in the shop several times and they couldn't figure out what's wrong with it. Whenever it rains, my floor becomes soaking wet on the driver side. My whole steering column has been replaced and it's still not driving right. Some time I wish I could total it out without anyone getting hurt or killed. That's just how much I hate this car. I will never buy another Chevy.
My Kind a Car.... Chevy...
leethompson, 07/15/2010
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
As a long time Chevy man. I could only dream of a car like the Malibu. Always wanted luxury car with sport car feel. Who could afford that with 3 kids and wife. Now kids are all grown up. It's me time. Went car shopping. Look what I found. The 2008 Chevy Malibu ltz. The lord has answer my prayers after so many years. This car is just super. Best price - performance anyone would want. People stare and look at this car everyday. All my friends (many). Were so impressed . What a beautiful car. Turn the motor on get into the street with my 252 hp 24 valves. Smoke the road to no end. Get this car while they last. Mi thank you Chevy!
GM says: They all do that, but screw you.
Christina V, 02/12/2018
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
7 of 11 people found this review helpful
That's right. Nothing but problems with this thing since we bought it, and we bought it new. The problems have been many through the years, but we've paid for them. Now the power steering is going out and my mechanic points out a Technical Service Bulletin about Special Coverage (GM TSB 15356 - LOSS OF POWER STEERING) that outlines EXACTLY what the car is doing and that GM is willing to pay for the repair. Well, that's IF it's connected to that VIN... So since it's the same symptoms for the same car that's listed ("2007-2012 Chevrolet Malibu"), but the VIN wasn't included, screw you is essentially what I got from the "Customer (lack of) Care" person at GM. I'm fed up. The brake lights go out on all of these and I paid quite a bit to have it replaced. The water pump wasn't cheap. The remotes stopped working and even new ones won't "communicate" with the car, so no remote door lock/unlock or remote start, or popping the trunk... Only 104k... Thanks for nothing, GM. SAME PROBLEM LISTED WITH THE SAME CAR LISTED FOR THE SAME PART, BUT NO COVERAGE!
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Still new, but lovin' it so far!
Kiah, 12/11/2007
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Over the past 15 months, I went from a 2004 Honda Accord coupe to a 2007 Chevy Tahoe to the 2008 Malibu. I loved my Tahoe, but with gas prices at $3 + I couldn't afford the 11 mpg I was averaging for much longer. I traded it for the Malibu and although I miss the room in the Tahoe, the Malibu certainly provides all that I need with an 8-year-old son and a 5-month-old daughter. Great handling, nice smooth ride, and really nice looking straight from the factory. So far I am extremely pleased with my decision to trade the "hoe" in for the "bu", if anything changes, I'll be sure to update you! Happy Holidays!
2008 Chevy Malibu LTZ is junk
Anne Marie, 10/07/2009
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I fell in love with this car when it was first launched and really wanted to have one. I thought I was lucky when I got a used one with 13000km on it. It was a gm employee demo car. At 22,000 the car started to pull to the right, dealer couldn't find a problem. At 27000km it was out of line and I had to pay $200 for have cambers installed in order to line it up properly. At 29000km the fan is beginning to go on it. Its a piece of junk. Certainly not worthy of car of the year.It will be my last GM vehicle.
Expectations fall very short
pkfloyd66, 05/21/2012
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
When I bought this car in 2008 I was very impressed with its styling and interior. However over time it really got frustrating. Poorly built and poor design. Power locks driver side and rear don't work. The fact you have to take the entire front end off to change out the headlights is another way for the dealer to make money. The passenger side make up mirror cover fell of within a year of having the car. Sensors continue to go off for tire pressure in the heat. Very disappointed overall. Both remotes stopped working by end of year one, which according to the dealer is a known issue.
My back feels good
flowerlady, 08/22/2008
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have a bad back. I tried out 19 cars before I found the Malibu LTZ and comfort for my poor sacroiliac. The car is wonderful! Not only does it feel good, it performs beautifully. So far the mileage is good - about 20 around town, 26 on the highway. I expect it to get better. The car is gorgeous on the outside. The color choice for the inside is strange. I would have preferred a gray or white interior, but the black with brick (which was all that was available with the color I chose - golden pewter) is okay. Only negative is that there is no place to put a trash bucket. Otherwise the car is a dream and I love it.
First Class
Bill in Sumerduck, 01/21/2008
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Chevy makes a first class sedan. Powerful, excellent handling, luxurious interior and European exterior. I've been getting 25.5 miles per gallon using as a commuting car in heavy traffic. Really a smart looking car. I like the 18" wheels, twin exhausts, LED lights, etc. Very comfortable and the most quiet car I have ever owned.
Nice change
Benz2Chevy, 02/02/2008
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Traded in my overpriced, problematic Mercedes. The warranty was running out and it was time to get a car that didnt need psychotherapy. I was really happy with the change. Its so much quieter than my CLK which was almost twice the price. Features include tire pressure monitor and pedal adjust that I couldnt get in the Benz. Plus an Onstar System that won't go obsolete on me. Fun to be driving a Chevy again.
Malibu, a job well done
Tee, 08/11/2009
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Well I guess the days of new car first service lists is over! Drove it out of the dealers lots and been going ever since. No complaints here, and i can be a little picky on my cars. For as much as cars cost today it's a true value and stylish to boot. And an added kicker, 20mpg in town and 29 highway loaded up on a trip, well above the mfgs stated economy. This is with the 252 hp v-6. Love the car and @ 63years old I've been through a few. Keep it coming GM, well done
New purchase
lhlavenka, 07/10/2008
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
In response to gas prices I traded my beloved F150 for a 2008 Malibu 1LT. I had been looking for a few months & was contemplating an Equinox. In the end it came down to better mileage for the Malibu. After living with the car for a month I have two complaints. I'm 6'1". weigh 230 and am 74 years old. In and out of the drivers seat is a bit of a grunt. Also while the trunk is large the lid is really small. Other than that it is a very good machine. Seats & drivers position are good. The interior seems well laid out. Everything works as it should (only 1000 miles). I do like the fold down rear seats. Makes packing for a vacation (we don't leave much home) easy. It is very quiet.
Wonderful Car
G5174P, 05/30/2008
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is the best vehicle I have ever owned. My wife and I took it on a 300 mile road trip on the first weekend which included drive time in the Colorado Mountains and on the highway, and it performed wonderfully. Even with the mountain driving, and allowing my brother in-law to road test it with his lead foot we got 28.7 mpg on that first tank. We were in the midst of some kind of biker rally on this road trip, and there was a rock band playing at one of the stops. I saw them out of the window, but couldn't hear them, I rolled down the window and there was the loud noise. I felt like I was in a car commercial. Looks great, rides great, couldn't be happier.
Worst Car I Ever Owned
r0gue13, 09/04/2014
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
This was a company car that I obtained in early 2009 with 12K miles on it. History prior to me owning all window motors were replaced, 2 around 5k, the other 2 at 8k. I have had replaced 2 catalytic converters(first 1 at 22K), all door lock mechs, door speakers, ecm, front shocks(43k), passenger seat airbag sensor(car was parked for a week while on vaca, came back started car air bag light on) and practically every Oxy sensor and cam sensors in the engine. The air conditioning doesnt work half the time and a rattle in the rear that the dealer cant figure it out whats wrong. This is all before the car had 70K on it. I got rid of it at 87K. Slow acceleration for a 4 cyl. Interior good.
Good car but some problems
mikewed, 09/07/2014
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
6 of 10 people found this review helpful
Car is reliable car, but has some issues. Had to replace both door look motors (both front left, front right). One catalytic converter, 2 wiper transmissions/assemblies. Also sometimes temp sensor doesn't read and AC wont turn on. Other than that car has worked great. Mad about wiper assembly, its just a bad design. I am trying after market to see if it works better.
this car sucks and so does gm
crapmalibu, 08/07/2013
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
7 of 12 people found this review helpful
Bought my 2008 Malibu in 2011 . And since I pulled off the lot I have had problems . Catholic converter gone shocks gone brakes gone sensors gone steering horrible and so on the list goes and I have emailed and called gm after I tlod them I had to pay $1500 for my exhaust system and they don't even care and it was at there dealership . So much for standing behind your product . That new hyndia sonata is looking very good I'm about to go foreign for the first time in 13 years. Good bye gm [non-permissible content removed].
buyer beware
brenda duran, 09/07/2015
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
low miles and multiple times in shop. Headlights go out frequently- bulb cost a few bucks but must have mechanic replace. Door locks don't work. Catalytic converter bad- shocks bad- overall value HORIBLE!!
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Kal Mart, 02/10/2019
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Don’t. Just don’t . With all the recalls and life as busy as it is you wld have never been able to stay on top of it all and recalls expire, so your sol, spent so much money on this vehicle only to find over half of repair charges were recalls with this vehicle. Hardly seems fair.
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So Far Very Reliable
joycedustin, 04/10/2013
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/2LT (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
You know... I love german sedans and the quality that comes with them. However I hate the price tag that comes with it. My 2011 chevy malibu has been great so far. It has 57k on it and the only maintenance costs I have had are the occasional oil change, brake pads at 50k and air filters. I really love the car its been great. The interior is perfect for long trip too. The only issue I have is the interior plastic on driver side door squeaks when going over major bumps but I tend to really beat on a car too. Quality and reliability gets 5 stars. GREAT VALUE for the money!With a little bang.
Why?
Dannda, 01/25/2018
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought the car used and from one owner at about 85,000 miles. At first it was fine. Right blinker stuck and one of the key fobs didn't work. I did hit a coon but at lower speed (40 mph) about a year after I bought it. Yeah it destroyed my radiator and I needed a whole new a/c condensor. Mind you I have hit this same animal with a pontiac grand prix and all I had with that was cosmetic damage and that was at below 0 temps. NEVER cosmetic with the malibu ls. Have fun changing any of the front lights because you literally have to take the whole front off to do so or take it in to change a really cheap part. The dash kept popping up on the passenger side. The side bar on the window is really thick and blocks your view. Issues with timing chain. Had the thermostat changed about 4 times before it actually worked and didn't go to crap. Windshield wipers quit working which we found some of the gears are made of PLASTIC! Good choice chevy for making almost everything plastic on this thing. Surprised the engine isn't made of it. It's a cheap car because they use the cheapest material for this model and year. Plastic storage cubby in front of shifter broke which was rarely used. Good things...it does drive smooth, is spacious enough on the inside so you don't feel crammed, really good trunk space, handles well around corners and Wisconsin weather, decent sized rear view mirrors, and good gas mileage. If you have XM subscription the reception is good. Never used the onstar button so can't review that. All in all, I keep asking myself why I got this car and the pros are no where near making up for the cons on this car.
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TOO MANY ISSUES TO LIST
cmg2211, 01/10/2013
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new when it first came out and in the past five years have had numerous issues! My windshield wiper motor has seized twice (one in the middle of a torrential downpour while I was on the highway and most recently in a snowstorm). Both times the entire wiper motor and assembly has had to be replaced ($400 each time). The air condition system needed to be replaced after only one year. The locks don't work anymore so neither does the remote starter. You have to manually push down the lock on each door- the power door locks don't work from the key fob or from the drivers side door. When in park doors lock you in- have to roll down windows and open from outside.
2008 Malibu
pierre carton, 12/09/2007
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Interior is novel, only seen in very high cost vehicles. Can hold 4, 230lbs adults comfortably with leg room in rear seating. Exterior is extremly sharp, excellent paint and tight seems. Windows developed to reduce cabin noise. Exterior lights very attractive and new. Doors shut with good sound meaning well built. Blinkers built into front fenders for warning other vehicle on road of lane changes and turns. Air bags in sides of car a plus for my 16 year old driver. Plus extra steel cage built into cage of vehicle. Probably built safer than any car at or near it's price range. 17inch wheels make this car look sharp.
Always started rain or shine, heat or cold.
Ashley, 01/12/2020
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I had some slight electrical glitches like the dome light wouldn’t work when opening doors, only manually. Headlights would fail to work after owning it for a few years but came back on next day. Also random failing electronic door locks. Aside from wearable parts everything else was great. Stalled once after every fill up and then ran fine. Little stuff but the important things were always reliable. Drove it from 80,000 to 105,000 miles. Good car. Sharp looking too!
First couple of months.
Big Bluebird, 08/12/2008
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I traded my Ford F150 for this car. It hurt but the mileage on the truck was bad compared to how I used it. I used it as a car and hauled very little. I get 19 /21 in town w/the Malibu, that includes the 1000' of altitude I gain or loose on the 4 mile trip to town. The Malibu is the first car I have owned in many years. I have had no problems so far. Miss my truck but at this point would not want to get rid of the Malibu.
The Malibu is an excellent car
paul videtich, 06/02/2008
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I would like to know how the public is being fooled about poor mileage from GM cars. I set the cruise at 55 and get 38 mpg on the instant mpg readout and at 70 mph I get 35, aprox. 26 in the city. and this isn't a tiny car. Plenty of room and I'm 6 ft 2 in. Beautiful car, absolutely quiet. A great ride. An excellent car at a great price. I highly recommend to everyone to test drive a Malibu.
Disappointed
disappointed, 08/26/2008
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The gas mileage is what makes me disappointed. I only get 15 mpg in city and about 18 on the highway. This is nowhere close to what the advertised mileage is on this car. The plastic interior is misaligned as well on the door frame.
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Jim, 06/15/2009
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought a used 08 ltz, 6cyl with 21k. I like the look and the fit and finish of the interior with leather. The ride is impressive for a medium size car. The car handles well and the 6cyl pulls very good when asked to perform. I have put 5k miles on it and avg 25.5 mpg with a combination of city and highway driving. Overall I am very impressed with the car and only have two small complaints. One the roof line is very low and getting in and out you have to keep your head down (I am 6ft 1). Two when really pushing down hard on the gas the tires feel like they are in a groove and pull no matter what type of surface your on. Chevy has a winner in the malibu and there are no disappointments.
Good design, Poor quality
JImbo, 08/31/2010
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Have had 08 Malibu for 2 years. Fun to drive and ride, but overall quality poor. Problems so far include left front bearing, right front axle, trans seal, wiper motor, computer program, numerous rattles, and the latest is leak in back floorboard that non can find. Good design, but very poor quality. 2nd Chevy with quality problems, will never own another. Car has been in the shop 5 times in 2 years.
Love the Malibu
slambertr, 12/17/2009
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Purchased an '08 Malibu LTZ with V6, moonroof and leather seats. Love it! The Malibu is great looking inside and out and the V6 engine has great power. Gas mileage @ 20 mpg in city/highway combo driving. Only complaint - wish there was a little more rear seat room. Overall an excellent car - my wife drives a Maxima and the Chevy wins hands down. My daughter is still driving my old Impala with 110,000 miles - hoping for equal durability.
Not a good purchase
msouth85, 04/29/2010
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We bought our 2008 malibu with 4 miles when we test drove it. After driving across country a few times, at roughly 26k, the vehicle information control module had to be replaced. Now at just under 40k, the catalytic converter is plugged. Also, when cold the transmission will not shift out of first under heavy acceleration, causing the car to say service traction, turn off the traction control, and make the transmission shift very hard. This is the first chevy we have bought, and it will be the last.
thrilled with my used malibu lt
Brett, 07/08/2009
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/2LT (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought a used Malibu LT with 18,100 miles on it and have had for just over four months. Car has been great...I have a 100 mile daily commute (roundtrip) and have put 12,000 miles on the car in 4 months. Zero problems. Car has been terrific. XM is great, interior looks awesome and the ride is very smooth if you put up your windows you hear nothing outside. This was my first car purchase and I am beyond happy with it so far.
tricky chevy
p.stay, 08/12/2021
updated 02/14/2022
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
check steering column and electric steering assist. also, check the tire pressure monitoring system ie. batteries. very expensive to replace.
Best Car Yet
Joey D, 01/15/2008
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is an incongruous value and a delight to own. They have started out with great basics - a hydroformed version of the Epsilon chassis (rock solid and ultra low resonance), the drivetrain right out of the Caddy CTS (the GM High Feature V6 can run without coolant, like the Northstar). They built on this with no shortage of great features and amenities, in a package with style and grace. Minute details such as the door position stops, the trunk lid mechanism, the tiny lamps inside the door handles, tiny Chevy logos in the lights, all add up to a car that delights like no other. Love the suspension and handling as well.
Great Value
Anthony, 02/13/2009
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/2LT (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've had my Malibu LT2 for about 4 months now. I am very pleased with the car, even with the 4 banger it still is able to get up and run if i ever need it and for the gas mileage I get 30-31 highway and 26-27 mix with about 60% highway. The leather seats with the suede fabric in the middle is what sold me on the car. It is silly luxury for a car at this price. I also love the hvac and stereo controls. They look good and are very easy to understand and use. I recently had someone try to break into my car by going through the driver side front window and they were not able to break their way through the laminated glass!
I love my Malibu!
sandy, 12/20/2008
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Because I have four children I have driven a van for the last 25 years and I was looking for something like a Camry or Accord. The dealership owner, a friend of mine, knew I was looking and he delivered this car to my driveway. After test driving this car on the highway I fell in love with it. I look forward to driving it everyday. I love its pickup and go, I love the XM radio, the moon roof, the OnStar, the look and feel of the car. It is a very quiet, smooth ride and gets average of 33mpg. It makes this grandmother feel young again.
2nd '08 Malibu in town
blue08bu, 11/07/2007
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is my 3rd Malibu '66,'71,'08. People keep asking me "is that the new Malibu?" Chevy's unlimited ad budget must be working. Nothing but compliments on its looks. I had a choice for a lease car between a Pontiac G6 & the Malibu. I never have ordered a car without driving one first much less without seeing it. Boy am I glad I chose the Malibu sight unseen. Since it is a lease vehicle my company speced it out with the 3.5Lt.V6 , 4 Speed auto & hydraulic steering (can't get it this way "retail"). It looks great, rides great & drives great.
Worst Car Ever!
Worse Car , 11/30/2010
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I am currently leasing this car and hate it....I have had issues with the locks not working on every door, and issues with the drivers side door not opening from the inside or outside. The doom light has been making noise and every time I take it in they can not find what is wrong. Now I need new brakes and rotors and my car is only two years old. Plus there is a knocking noise in the steering wheel. I hate this car.
GREAT CAR
vipervenom11, 05/01/2011
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
I just got a Chevy Malibu LTZ and it runs great. i love the style the ride quality and everything about it. I highly recommend this for anybody wanting a nice for a reasonable price.
Decent car
Chris, 06/04/2009
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
My malibu LS has been a decent car. Not a horsepower machine or a handling dream, but it gets good mpg and has been reliable. The quietness of the ride is exceptional; virtually no wind noise. Still trying to get used to the four cylinder engine...first one I have ever owned.
2008 Chevy Malibu LTZ
kfuller, 03/22/2011
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
7 of 33 people found this review helpful
The infactuation with the Malibu wore off after the first 500 miles, the car developed a squeak and rattle that took three visits to the dealer before it was resolved, the remote keyless entry when pressed/depressed doesn't lock or unlock the doors, I have to roll down the rear windows so my passenger can reach inside to pull the locks up before the doors will open, this also happens on the driver side too. The seat belt alarm is now randomly alarming with no other passenger seated. Whats the most frutrating aspect of owning this car is that I have to take this car to the dealer to change the headlights. The dealer has to remove the entire bumper, labor $200, for a $20.00 bulb.
Chevrolet finally did it right
Zack, 08/04/2008
2008 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have always been a Chevy lover, but have recently owned a Ford. I research every big purchase to death. Once I sat in the car, I fell in love with it. This is coming from a guy used to driving pickups. It gets great feul milage and is very confortable for long trips. It is extremly quiet. I get comments all the time on it.