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Pretty trash can!
Floridian, 04/15/2019
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
18 of 18 people found this review helpful
I purchase it with 40k miles from chevy dealership. First repair was after 4k mile,air intake had some issues. Wheel bearin broke down on 65k as i expected to happen sooner or later. Nightmare started after 90k with fuel trim. I changed front fuel pump,O2 sensors and still my has a problem with fuel trim and MPG. Spark plugs and timming belt changed on 90k and transmission fluid on 100k. Still runing somehow with 109k,but i dont really recommend it to buy it with over 70-80k miles.
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Impressed so far...
tlimbert65, 08/09/2013
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
20 of 21 people found this review helpful
This car has some pretty stiff competition in the Camry, Accord, Altima and Sonata, but I wanted to buy American from a local dealer, if I could. After comparing, I was impressed enough to buy the Malibu. It's roomy, quiet, comfortable, powerful, and pretty nice looking. The electronics features (OnStar, Bluetooth phone integration, XM radio, driver info system) are handy and work great. Fuel economy was a concern for me, based on ratings, but I've been averaging 31 in my daily commuting (mostly highway) and I've measured tanks of 34 and 36.
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Electrical problems
Patrick, 08/30/2015
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/2LT (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
59 of 66 people found this review helpful
My 2013 Malibu 2LT is having a major issue that can cause a serious accident.. The steering and all electronics shut down while I'm driving. The motor remains running but all electronics shut completely down. The dealer won't fix this issue and I will put the biggest lawsuit on Chevy if I get into an accident
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Great American car!!
Eric Hayes, 02/25/2015
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan w/1LZ (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
I've had my '13 Malibu LTZ for a handful of months now. Bought it used with 31k miles on it. Around 34k miles I had to replace one of the rear wheel bearings, but fortunately it was still under warranty. I do have to say I am not getting good mpg at all. I have had tanks down at 22.5mpg and as high as 27.5mpg, so nowhere near the claimed mpg. Trans d/n shift smoothly at all especially on downshift. Other than that, love the car! Great design, very comfortable, great radio with Bluetooth and XM. Better than some more expensive cars of same year. Owned a '05 Malibu Classic, gotta say, Chevy has come a long way with this car! Definite buy for the $! Better value when buy used
Malibu now a great car
hansup, 10/17/2013
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
13 Malibu has more power, gets better mileage, has more room, and is quieter than my 2000 BMW 323i.
Classy Car
tanner11, 10/04/2012
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan w/1LZ (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
30 of 34 people found this review helpful
We purchased our LTZ last week. The color and interior we wanted, White Diamond and Brownstone, was not available in the Chicago area. Our dealer found the car we wanted in Indiana a three hour drive away. We are very pleased with the car which has the Electronics pkg, LTZ Premium pkg and Advanced Safety Pkg. It is very quiet and comfortable. My wife drives the car and has shared that she has received compliments from from people she does not know. This is a car we may have for a while.
I can't believe it's not an import!
kkear3, 05/13/2013
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/1LT (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
This 2013 Malibu is all the reasons we used to buy import cars. It's quiet inside, good looking on the outside, has amazing tech, plenty of power, gets great gas mileage( 31 MPG rural driving), excellent paint work, all priced lower than most everything else. I don't know why GM couldn't or didn't build cars like this 30 years ago; I am just glad they do now. I was going to lease a Camry SE to replace my aging Tundra which needed several VERY expensive repairs (!!!!) but the Malibu has more equipment and is 30% less in both down money and monthly payment. Best of all the 2013 Malibu is SO much better looking than the "dopey" looking 2013 Camry. Gotta love the cool blue interior illumination.
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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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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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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DANGER! NO SPARE TIRE!
Dave H., 06/27/2016
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
16 of 19 people found this review helpful
This car has no spare tire. If you actually drive this car outside the city on real highways and roads you need to be aware that you are not prepared for the most common of all road hazards- a flat tire. In the place where the spare tire should be is a tiny plastic air pump with a small amount of sealant. The sealant will leak out onto the ground and leave a puddle of white glue and the air pump is of insufficient power to inflate the tire. You're out of luck. This is a cynical and shameful way to treat your customers Chevy.
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Best Kept Secret
newbie1968, 07/16/2013
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/1LT (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
Best kept secret out there, a real value for the money. I got a 1LT with the conv package and am impressed with the features for the money. Great car for little money (low 20's...)
Awesome Car!
ekrupa, 03/01/2013
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan w/1LZ (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
Personally, this is probably my favorite car in its class....handsomely designed inside and out, a somewhat powerful 4cyl thats excellent on fuel and of course MyLink standard on most models. I've gotten comments from people i didn't even know how much they like the car and what it even is in the first place cause they aren't common around here. Overall its great, i'd highly recommend it to anybody looking for a mid-size sedan. Don't listen to the media on this one..its not a toyota camry so of course they're going to give it a bad review.
Good Car, Poor Assembly Quality...
ocker, 12/07/2012
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan w/2LZ (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
15 of 18 people found this review helpful
This is the third Malibu we have purchased since 2004 (from the same dealer and the same sales representative) and each model has been better than its predecessor. The 2013 model has an excellent power train the 2.0 liter turbo charged 4-cylinder engine, coupled with the new 6-speed automatic transmission, performs better than the 3.0 liter V6 engine in our previous 2008 model. The interior and exterior are both well designed, the interior is comfortable, and the car drives and rides well. I have only driven the vehicle 200 miles to date so cant comment on fuel economy yet, although my first top-up suggests that it will meet the EPA city mileage estimate.
uncomfortable driver's seat
al1234, 01/19/2013
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/1LT (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have the LT model with the "upgraded interior", bought in mid-Dec 2012. I find that I am absolutely unable to get the power driver's seat into a comfortable back position, no matter how I adjust the many electric controls. The lumbar adjustment is completely crazy. It sticks out WAY too much, even on the most "reduced" setting. Otherwise, I have had only 2 issues: 1) Brake lights would not go out after releasing brake pedal because pedal was not coming back up on it's own (needed a new pedal assembly) 2) Steering wheel not centered; wheel was positioned slightly to the right as car was driven straight (needed alignment)
2013 Malibu Transmission went OUT!!!
howsebaby, 11/19/2012
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/2LT (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
Yes...at 2333 miles ya'll! I was in the middle of 5pm traffic in Little Rock, AR and when I went to make a left turn at a VERY busy intersection, my BRAND NEW 2013 Malibu would go NO WHERE! Luckily I was less than about 100 ft from the dealership where I "leased" it.. Long story short...being it was a lease, it went BACK! ASAP!!! I dont know if anyone else has yet to have this horrible experience yet, but I can definitely feel yet another recall coming on for these cars... I loved that car too!!
Lemon
L.Blackwell, 08/30/2019
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LS Fleet 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
Engine light is always on. Oil pressure solenoid change 4 times. Gas gauge never registered full from day one. Bought brand new September 2013.
Not Bad
saminboca, 02/21/2013
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/1LT (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
11 of 13 people found this review helpful
This is a nice car, not a great car but a nice car. It does whjat it was made to do, take 4 or 5 people from one place to another in some comfort. It is the first American car I have owned in 20+ years and yes The American car industry has come a long way but.... why do they scrimp on little things that would make the car a pleasure instgead of just O.K.? Windows that one touch going down but not up? No internal trunk release? Power seats on one side only? and no going up and down does NOT make the seat power. No spare tires? Not run flats either.. It could use a bit more power too. I will say for the price it is a nice car.
Constant problems
kjhansen1, 01/26/2015
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan w/1LZ (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
13 of 16 people found this review helpful
We bought this car used--1 year old-- in July. Less than 2000 miles later both rear wheel bearings went out. I sold my 1995 Cadillac @ 217000 miles and had never replaced a wheel bearing. I have a 2002 Suburban with 190000 miles on it and have never replaced a wheel bearing. A month later the water pump failed... When does a vehicle with less than 23,000 miles on it have a water pump fail? So, 6 months later, one of the replacement wheel bearings failed. Also the dash lights fail to come on randomly--the dealership can't figure it out.
I'm liking my Bu.
Bob Z., 05/19/2019
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/2LT (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I just had my first problem with a sensor and had to go to the dealership to get it repaired properly. Two years and no problems until now.
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400$later only 4years old
crystal Stox, 11/25/2017
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LS Fleet 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
Although this car is good on gas,there seem to be problems early on.The water pump,camshaft,BATTERY went after only 4years old!! I'm not done paying on this car and has already cost me $400 dollars to fix.These cars are not easy to fix at home and has to be taking in to local shop. Just as I got 60,000 miles the car started to have engine problems. Too expensive to keep fixing on.I wonder what is next?
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2013 Malibu LTZ Review
ECS, 05/14/2020
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan w/2LZ (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This has been a great car. With one exception, it has been the most comfortable, reliable car we ever owned, and that includes Hondas, VWs, Fiat, Fords, a Pontiac, and Olds and a Renault.. Unfortunately that one thing is the engine. It had to be replaced around 39,000 miles. Not rebuilt, but replaced due to a spark plug issue that went wild. It did not leave us stranded, but there were warnings.Chevrolet replaced the engine and provided a loaner. No other repairs have been required and the car now has 83,000 miles.
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Vroom Vroom!!!!
Macy, 07/14/2015
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/1LT (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Its a real awesome car , people talk bad about it for some reason , they say go with toyota or honda when they dont realize every car will give you problems , it is how you take care of your car. This LT model is amazing and drives smooth , interior beats any car i have driven and has a sexy look to it . the 2014 model is also a nice aggressive looking model i love them all!!!!!!
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Great car
gunjp56, 10/13/2013
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan w/1LZ (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
After reading the professional reviews on this car I was hesitant to buy one. I took several mid size cars for a drive and actually found the Malibu to be quite comfortable and responsive, the price was also competitive. I have a little over 3000 miles on mine now and I am very glad I made that choice.
NO SPARE TIRE!
stone7946, 01/16/2013
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/1LT (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
76 of 110 people found this review helpful
Having my 2013 Malibu for 3 months now, my only problem is that the car comes with NO SPARE / SPACE SAVER TIRE. No where in the the brochure or window sticker did it say you get an air pump. Nor did the sales rep say anything. When I realized there was nothing in the pit I went back to the dealer and was told that I could by a space saver, jack and tools for $500-. GM Customer Support say sorry: all you get is an air pump and Roadside Assistance. If you've ever had a blow out or a tire damaged by road debris, a pump is useless; and no, I don't care to wait hours for roadside. GM needs to wise up and and give the customer the option!
Miss my (quiet) 2009 Malibu LS
2013malibu, 07/03/2013
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I agree that my 2013 is all around much improved on than my traded 2009 LS. I have to say I am let down since I was anticipating a quiet cabin ride as all the auto site reviewers have endorsed. Well, I am not experiencing the "quiet" in my new malibu. I have a annoying vibration/buzz that presents itself when in low gear/ between gears but faithfully dissapears when I accelerate. Did'nt notice this during test drive otherwise I would of hung on to my 2009 Malibu!
Built American at it's Best!
usmretired, 11/06/2013
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/1LT (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
14 of 20 people found this review helpful
I can only find a couple things I would do differently with this car which are include a full size spare with the same alloy wheel that's on the car, and include fog lights on all the models. Now let me start by expressing how much I love this car. I love this car! Chevrolet hit the ball out of the park on the 2013 Malibu. This car looks really great, I get compliments all the time. The car is so quiet inside when being driven, he handles very well, pretty good acceleration too. The fit and finish in this car with the blue accent lighting allows me to really relax at night and enjoy the ride!
Love my Malibu but do not like the flimsy lip
dave_e, 08/10/2013
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan w/1LZ (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car is fantastic in so many ways. Just after purchase we took a trip up into the Arizona white mountains and the Malibu handled the climbs with ease. My only complaints are that the car is a little jerky in shifting at lower speeds, the lip under the front bumper is very flimsy and has already fell apart, and the interior roof console where the built in garage door opener was pretty loose when we bought the car. As far as the lip, the dealer refused to cover it under warranty, but, they are replacing the roof console to secure it better. The only thing that secures the lip to the plastic lip bracket is glue. I am going to try pop rivets.
Chevy Malibu 2013
stromit, 04/24/2013
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/1LT (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Have had the Chevy 1LT Malibu for about a month now. Traded in a 2006 Honda Pilot with almost 100K. Hard to trade in but it eats gas like nothing. Really like the better gas mileage. Not fantastic but a big step up. We also have a 2012 Honda Accord. The Accord gets better gas mileage and is zippier and shifts gears smoother. But, the Malibu feels like a really nice luxury car. I really like it better. In fact, my 18 year old likes it much better than the Accord. More bells & whistles. Will be interesting to see the reliability in the future for both. But, I have more faith in GM now than in the past. As far as OnStar navigation which is free for 6 months, not impressed.
Best Gen of Malibu
Zach, 08/08/2020
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan w/1LZ (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Best generation of Malibu hands down.
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MY MALIBU
MATT FERRARA, 07/02/2016
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan w/1LZ (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
GREAT CAR!!!
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Faulty electrical system
Tammy, 01/19/2018
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan w/1LZ (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 13 people found this review helpful
The dashboard lights started flickering, the speedometer and rpm needles started flying all over the place and then my dashboard stopped working altogether! I don’t know how much gas I have in the car. I don’t know how fast I’m going. I would not recommend you spend your money on this car. There are complaints all over the web with others having the same issues. Ugh. My hard earned money I saved to get a nice car is now down the drain.
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Love it!
kks2013, 04/10/2013
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 4dr Sedan w/1LZ (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I swore I would never drive a car again after owning SUV's, but I'm eating crow! Tired of getting 12 mpg with my 08 Chrysler Aspen and pouring money into fixing it, I traded for my Malibu and glad I did! 32 mpg highway and 28 city...not sure why I didn't do it sooner. Love the the design inside and out and get all kinds of compliments on its looks.
75K and still going strong
That tall guy, 08/31/2016
updated 09/11/2018
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/1LT (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
After owning this car for three years I think it is safe to say that the only way this car is going down is the transmission which is a common problem with Malibu. That being said it hasn't given me any problems that put me under duress this car has a nice ride Chevy is getting better and catching up to the foreign brands. Plus my engine was made in a local factory 10-15 miles from me so I know the engine is solid. Now onto the acceleration of this 4 cylinder beast this car is smooth riding for the most part maybe a few bucks here and there but overall not too bad. The other day I was speeding and didn't even notice the tires for this car are okay there is a discount website I go to for tires because the 17 inch Rim diameter. I then get them thrown on at wally-works I just threw a pair of tires on the front yesterday tires cost me $100 a piece and the install cost me so if you know where to look you can find decent tires pretty cheap. Because hey tires are like shoes for a car $56 and some change that was for a tire replacement repack of the valve stems and lifetime rotation.
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**2013** Chevy Malibu
Mike, 03/04/2021
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/2LT (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I don't know about the 2021 Malibu; I can tell you about the 2013 2LT model. Unless Chevy execs have totally undermined this car to move people into more expensive (unnecessary) SUVs, then potential buyers of this car will love it. For 2013, it was built on a Cadillac chassis, bringing a smooth ride, as smooth today as it was 8 years ago. The interior THEN used very good, soft materials, and the 2013 model featured extra windshield and door soundproofing, adding to the quietness within the cabin. Gas mileage never reached advertised MPGs, but that is really my only complaint. If the 2021 model comes anywhere close to the 2013 model, this car is a steal at an even higher price.
Best Buy so far
nobbyclarke, 06/22/2013
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 17 people found this review helpful
Ive had my Malibu for a couple of weeks now, It's a beautiful vehicle. I think they made a mistake with the quality and price. I am expecting a call any day now telling me I paid too little and I owe them 5 grand. And do you know, I might just pay it.
Bought at 36K sold at 80K
AWD is a necessity in buffalo, 02/17/2019
updated 08/23/2021
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/1LT (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 11 people found this review helpful
I got this car at 36K had to throw new tires on that cost about 700. The car was okay not the most reliable car i have driven but decent the car was a 2.5 litre and didn't give me alot pf problems until out of warranty. The warranty was at 60K transmission was going out on me had to change solenoids right before getting rid of car at 80K did a bunch of work to it also oil changes were expensive for 5 quarts of oil i always ran synthetic in it and after 60K miles i spent alot of money regular oil changes since buying i had them every 3-6K. I had my alternator about to go when i traded this car in the engine could be felt through the steering wheel solenoids were about 3 or 400 to replace replaced oil and filter at 79166 miles and the car felt like it was going to break down so instead of having it re inspected in april i traded it towards another car new battery installed on 11/29/19 back pads and rotors replaced at 74K front pads and rotors replaced at 75,500 miles with all that said my family was angry at me for getting rid of my car but my mom and my sister in law were like yeah it was time for that vehicle to go so my new mantra is when something major is about to go like a alternator or something that is big like the electrical system started cutting out on me when i was driving it is time for another car don't get me started about winter driving these cars suck balls in snow lol i always had to burn out in this car to get going down the road with all season tires with that being said it was an okay car but just the build qualty on the parts was sub par
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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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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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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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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
2013 Chevy Malibu 2LT
Nancy Enos, 01/01/2017
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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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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!
Excellent Malibu
EARL JORDAN JR, 09/19/2020
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/1LT (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have a 2013 Chevrolet Malibu LT. My vehicle has 60,000 miles and it has excellent power, has great take off speed and handles great. Best automobile I ever had.
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10 years of American fun
John Anderson, 04/09/2023
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan w/2LT (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I’ve had this car for 10 years. It’s had some small problems over the years. Cam timing solenoid, oil pressure solenoid,2 bad abs sensor rings that are in the wheel bearings. Some rear and parking brake issues. So nothing too crazy. It’s been very comfortable, adequately fast, good handling, quiet and solid. The best - it is UAW made in the USA. Hopefully it keeps going strong.
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Engine Power Reduced
Candy, 11/03/2022
2013 Chevrolet Malibu LS Fleet 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My car starting having an engine power reduced light come on though it still operates correctly. Dealer was never able to diagnose. I loved the acceleration on this car but I don't think I would get a Chevy again.
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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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