Used 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Consumer Reviews
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Excellant
c4ddym4n, 03/12/2013
2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco 4dr Sedan w/Premium Audio (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Love this Malibu. I traded my 2010 2LT with 59k miles for this ECO 2SA with leather. I travel city/hwy and was getting 24MPG now I am getting 29 MPG City/Hwy. Less engine noise and more power. Shuts engine off at stop lights, restarts when I remove my foot from the brake, seamless.
KING OF THE HILL
BOB ALLENBY, 08/08/2015
updated 08/16/2018
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan w/1LZ (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
YOU ARE GETTING THE BEST FOR THE PRICE ON THE MARKET.after driving more than 20,000miles in the last 12 months my malibu is all a driver could wish for in a car it is the best. car continues to be perfect in every way and runs as new
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Choose Wisely...
panglossian, 11/21/2013
2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco 4dr Sedan w/Premium Audio (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
As others, I compared most of the mid-size vehicles. I wanted to buy American (if that is really possible nowadays). Each car has their own benefits, and despite media comments, none really stand out as a clear leader of the pack. Be careful if you select this model. Its still a fine vehicle, though there are some issues. The 13 Eco is one of a kind, as it appears to be discontinued in 14 (the base 2.5L gets the same mpg). Many of the features advertised in the normal vehicles are not in the Eco. Mine was advertised to have 10 airbags, though only has 7. Nor does it have the MyLink radio, so forget about Pandora and the other neat features. I recommend waiting for a 2014.
Very good car, headroom could be better!
Brian Lee, 07/11/2018
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan w/2LZ (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
So, I really love the '13 Malibu, everything is really good, the car is beautiful, gets really good gas mileage thanks to the auto-start stop feature, but one thing that bothers me about the Malibu is the front headroom, I'm 6'2, but the Malibu's front headroom is what bugs me the most, when I get in the car, I can BARELY fit in, but all-in-all the Malibu is an EXCELLENT starter's car.
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Just hit 30,000 miles and not a glitch.
russrusscase@yahoo.com, 12/10/2015
2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
This is my third Chevrolet product and never a problem. They really build a great truck and automobile. I was and wax regulary and it looks like the day I drove it out of the showroom. So many standard featrues and great comfort. I always service at the dealer and feel like I've saved a ton of money and issues. Absolutley care free driving these past 3 years for me. If you find a clean, low mileage one, buy it.
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STEERING WHEEL LOCKS WHILE DRIVING
Kathy, 05/24/2016
updated 11/28/2016
2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful
2013 Malibu with 47,000 miles. Purchased 2015 (Certified Pre-owned) Dealership charged me to resolve a steering wheel locking issue. The problem was caused by the battery cable connector wire not holding it’s voltage. The dealership states that this issue falls under normal ware on the vehicle and it is not covered under my warranty or the extended warranty I purchased. How could a safety issue possible fall under Normal ware. The response from dealership, extended warranty person and Chevrolet Corp has been complacent. NO ONE IS WILLING TO HELP ME WITH THIS MANNER. I feel I should no pay for the repairs ($737). The only person who recognized this as a safety issue was the mechanic that worked on my car. He test drove the car and experience the steering wheel locking while driving in the middle of a round about. The only way to resolve the issue at that time was to turn the car off then on. You can well imagine how frightened when this happened to me. The Chevy Malibu is being advertised as an electronic car of the future. How can you state that when the cable wires connected to the battery can’t handle the pull of multiple devices.
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A Very Good Buy
bedshki, 04/24/2013
updated 04/25/2016
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
18 of 21 people found this review helpful
The redesigned 2013 Malibu looks and drives nothing like the 2012 model. This car is an extremely comfortable drive and the seats hug you. It features a quiet interior which you will really notice on those drives on the interstate. In addition to the redesigned interior, Chevy redesigned the gearing to get a car with a total average of about 30mpg city/highway. In short, if you are looking for a reliable car with a sleek look this is the car to have.
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50K and climbing without issue
KS BB Ref, 12/15/2016
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan w/1LZ (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
14 of 16 people found this review helpful
Tested other cars in this class and decided to go with Malibu based on those tests. The 2.5L engine does very well, interior comfort is excellent with both front seats having electronic controls, the ride is very quiet and the handling is superior to the Accord, Optima, Sonata, Camry or Fusion. The only car that had a slightly better ride was the Buick Regal which was another $2K. Just turned 50K on miles and the car still rides and handles like it rolled off the showroom floor. I have installed a K&N air filter and that has given me about a 4% increase in fuel mileage. I am averaging 25-26mpg in city and 28+ on the highway with a best of 33mpg. Entertainment system is also extremely good with easy to use touch screen and excellent Pioneer speakers that produce great sound. I work on my own cars and this vehicle has been very easy to maintain. oil changes are a snap and other service needs are minimal and easy to perform. I am considering the purchase of another Malibu (used) for my daughter when she graduates from college. If you are considering the Malibu as your next vehicle, you will not be disappointed.
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Literally worst car ever owned!
MsAnonymous, 04/01/2021
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LS Fleet 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
This car has been nothing but a lemon from Day 1! It was purchased with under 40,000 miles on it. Within the first week, it broke down. The battery dies constantly no matter how many times you replace it with a new battery! It has had starter issues, ignition switch issues (after getting it “fixed” per the recall), brake issues and now the entire motor has locked up and it is not operable. Well, it would be operable if I wanted to sink thousands of more dollars into this lemon. No thank you! Done with this car!
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Save your money
Ben McDonald, 03/26/2020
2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco 4dr Sedan w/Premium Audio (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I wouldn't recommend this car to my worst enemy, after changing the intake and exhaust solonoids twice in 7 years cause if not it would die while driving, then the timing chain decided to snap just under 120k miles and ruined the motor, thanks GM it made it past 100k miles but next time build a cars that lasts.
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