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3 out of 5 stars

In the shop every month

Tommy, 01/13/2016
2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
7 of 14 people found this review helpful

Bought this car with 48k miles and now has 78k. Since I've had it I've replaced a wheel bearing, the heat is climate control and when you turn it on 60 it feels like it's on the highest setting and the only way to turn it down it to turn the ac on. Not fun when it's 15-20 degrees outside in the winter and 85-90 in the summer. The radio will freeze from time to time. Won't let me turn it down, change the station, or even turn it off! I'm constantly on the road mostly highway miles and only get 28-29 mpg. Being that it's supposed to be a type of hybrid I'm not very impressed. This is my first and last time owning a Chevy sedan.

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3 out of 5 stars

Watch out for wheel bearings !

Chevy, 12/16/2016
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan w/1LZ (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 14 people found this review helpful

Be prepared to shell out between 700 and 800 dollars on wheel bearings.

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Love It!

capeverde74, 02/06/2013
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/2LT (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful

I traded in my 2006 Jeep Laredo for a 2013 Malibu. I was skeptical in the beginning as I'd never owned a Chevy and hadn't owned a sedan since my Honda Accord over 15 years ago. I was seeking something that was fuel efficient (better than my Jeep, which was horrible), that looked good, durable, and didn't hurt my pocketbook. As a teacher and single mom with two kids remaining in my budget is essential. This car does it for me. I love the look, the smooth ride, and my monthly payment. My kids love it as well! Even though I've only had my new car for three days, I can already see that I will be saving on gas. Oh and love the automatic start button!

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3 out of 5 stars

Stabil trak

John inman, 01/20/2018
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/3LT (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful

Not even 30500 And the Abs light and stabil trac light is on the car is in a heated garage..then the language on the dash says usa definitely not that language.. car was bought new in 2014 with gm warranty 3 years 36000 miles...

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4 out of 5 stars

2013 Malibu

Tanya, 08/31/2015
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 8 people found this review helpful

I just got my 2013 Malibu I really like the car but I only had it a week & it's overheating already gotta take it 2 get fixed asap

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3.38 out of 5 stars

Painful

amanda0310, 06/24/2014
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 13 people found this review helpful

I was so excited to purchase my new Malibu. The style is sleek, elegant, and sporty all in one. The MPG is right around 27 for me personally. My biggest problem is the comfort. I didn't notice it until two days later when my back was in so much pain. The head rest forces your head forward and they are not completely removable. The lumbar section of the seat is not positioned correctly and is rather stiff. I have tried different pillows, reclining the seat completely back and sitting up free style (which is super uncomfortable). I've spoken with 2 customer services reps from GM who passed it back and forth only to pass it on to the dealership which in return said there was nothing they could

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5 out of 5 stars

Awesome vehicle

Kris, 09/01/2016
2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco 4dr Sedan w/Premium Audio (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

My very first vehicle and I loved it!

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2013 Chevy Malibu 2LT

Nancy Enos, 01/01/2017
updated 01/06/2023
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/2LT (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

Love it so comfortable to drive, quiet, lots of pep, Lots of fun to drive

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5 out of 5 stars

Love the new 2013 Chevy Malibu, great design.

kuekio, 10/30/2013
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 11 people found this review helpful

I really love this car. I bought the 1LS model and it rides wonderfully, looks sporty. Maybe this vehicle is a little more expensive than competitors, but this is a classic American auto. I bought a 2013 Toyota Corolla and I had serious steering problems so I changed it for this new 2013 Malibu. The Malibu has a great smooth ride and that the interior is comfortable and excellent design. The car gets mpg just like it says, 37mpg open road and 31mpg in town. Not many cars will get that good right out of the gate. In my experience, I went to Alabama driving around 58 mph average and the car did 52mpg!

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5 out of 5 stars

Loving it

Wayne Hall, 05/08/2022
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I purchased the Malibu and had it for a couple of weeks now and I’m very pleased with the handling of it and just all around class.The fuel mileage could be a little better but I still are extremely happy with it.

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