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4.88 out of 5 stars

Love by New Malibu

Nathan, 03/12/2009
2009 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I am a young married professional that just made my first "new" car purchase in Feb 2009, while upgrading from a small model car. I love this car. It is great to drive, its comfortable in the interior, everything is convenient to get to, the trunk seems huge, and I think the exterior design is amazing. This does not look like a Chevy. After owning a Honda Civic, I told myself I'd never buy a domestic car again, until they started building better quality. Well, the Malibu actually answered this maxim before I thought it would. The fuel economy is just okay, but that's also coming from someone that just got out of a '97 Civic that was still getting 31mpg. I 100% recommend the Malibu.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Extremely impressed and satisfied

NJperson, 08/26/2009
2009 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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The Malibu was the perfect choice for me. Quiet 4cyl., smooth ride,and love the electric steering (seems more precise to me). This car is heavier perhaps that explains why it feels more solid than it's competitors. I prefer the four speed Auto (two less gears to worry about)this car shifts smooth and lack of road noise is delightful. All new car buyer reviews are generally good I hope I still feel this positive about my choice after 30,000 miles but that would apply to any choice you would make.

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5 out of 5 stars

One Classy Family Hauler

Bill, 08/19/2009
2009 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
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The model we bought is not as indicated since the drop down menu did not let me select the V6 LTZ. We bought this Malibu with all of the options available including even the extra cost Red Jewel Tint paint that has a nice subdued gold metal flake built into the paint color. This is one very classy and upscale looking car especially with the two tone (mocha w/cashmere)leather interior. The car has gotten many compliments especially once people have ridden in it. It is very quick for a family sedan and the V6 seems to always be loafing unless pushed.

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5 out of 5 stars

2009 LT2 4 cylinder 6 spd. automatic

BJN, 08/14/2008
2009 Chevrolet Malibu LT2 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
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We had a 2007 GM with a V6 so we were a little worried the 4 cyliner would not have enough power. To our surprise the 4 coupled with the 6 speed automatic has enough power but is also very quiet. The downshifts are subtle. Car runs 70 to 75 easily, gets excellent gas mileage getting 25 average with mostly intown so far and its only got 450 miles on it. I think when on a trip car will easily get in the mid 30 MPG range after full break in. Car is very comfortable

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4.75 out of 5 stars

GM finally gets it right this time

Les, 09/22/2008
2009 Chevrolet Malibu LT2 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
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Purchased this vehicle about a month ago and now have 1300 miles on the odometer. Fuel economy in combined city/highway driving has so far been below expectations at about 24 MPG. - the same as on my 6-cylinder BMW which is much more powerful. The car handles well and is very quiet. The black suede cloth interior is attractive and comfortable. The faux wood trim is tastefully done and understated. The dashboard controls are easy to use but I would have preferred to have the trip computer information made accessable and cleared by pushing and holding in the headlight stalk instead of looking for the right buttons to push.

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