Overview & Reviews

The Chevy Malibu Maxx gets a few updates for 2006. Most interesting is a new performance-oriented SS trim level that features a 240-horsepower, V6 engine. Chevy has also juggled the trim levels: the base model is now called the LS, the former LS is now the LT, and last year's LT is now the LTZ. Other minor changes include freshened front-end styling, new wheel designs, flashier trim pieces for the instrument panel, a new four-spoke steering wheel and standard child security rear door locks on every trim level.

• Hatchback configuration makes for easy loading, spacious interior with adjustable rear seats, plenty of safety and convenience features, innovative remote-start feature, standard V6 power.

• Lackluster interior, subpar braking and steering, less cargo space than true wagons or SUVs.

User Reviews:

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  Performance+Utility=Sick - 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
  By harjohn4 - July 2 - 7:20 pm

  I bought this car with right around 30k. It was a lease turn in so i know it was treated well by the previous owner. Being an American car guy chevy has been all I have ever owned. I was tossing this car up with a mazda 3 hatch. This car had a much smoother ride and a ton more power, SS package sold. Ohh yeah and it had plenty of space for my bicycles to fit without needing a rack.

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  Maxx - 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
  By Rich Alvarez - March 16 - 1:16 am

  Other than minor details such as seat adjustment and cd changer, we are really enjoying our Maxx weve just celebrated 2 months driving it and we have recommended it to many of our friends. 2 Thumbs up... No I do not work for Chevrolet..

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  A nice GM car, actually! - 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
  By Fluke - October 16 - 3:16 pm

  So far, things have been great with this vehicle. No problems at all. Good ride, good brakes, steering is comfortable. This car feels like a solid car. I purchased the 4 year 100000 km extended warranty so that for the next 4 years, I wont get any nasty surprises like the intake manifold gasket (3.4 L engine on the Grand Am) or the ABS sensors.

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  Best Car - 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
  By hogan035 - September 8 - 11:46 am

  This bye far is the best car I have ever owned. Great room, performance, gas mileage, and i like the style of it even though some say they dont, I see these Malibu Maxxs all over town now, only a few in Dec of 05 but now i see them all the time, so they must be selling well. The standard features cannot be beaten in my opinion, car starter etc. and the sound system is the best i have ever had in a new car it is just awesome and will blow most aftermarket systems away in my opinion. My car is very quiet and comfortable on the road, city or highway . For those thinking about this car try it i think you will be presently surprised it is a great car for the price and features.

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  Best car I have ever owned! - 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
  By jinx948 - September 1 - 9:12 pm

  I bought my Maxx new in July of 2006. Best purchase ever. It now has 113,000 miles and I have had two small issues. When it was under 36k miles it had a oil pan gasket leaked fixed under warranty and the worst issue is the remote start remote does not last. I have had 2 and need another and they are around $150 each.

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  Love our Max! - 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
  By Paulmary - May 16 - 6:46 pm

  We had a Volkswagen Jetta, but with two boys over 6 feet, there was no leg room! Lots in the Max, I like sunroof and heated seats.

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  My Mad Maxx - 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
  By tigerteacher - April 24 - 12:20 am

  Bought my Malibu Maxx as a replacement for a much larger car that was totaled in an accident. Went to purchase an SUV, but when I drove the Maxx, it was sold. Great room; lots of cargo capacity; great mpg; easy to get my toddler in and out; inexpensive maintenance. My family has owned many Chevys and several Hondas and Nissans. So far we are very pleased overall with this purchase. It was a CPO with extended warranty and I got a GREAT price. I have a 60 mile commute each day and my Maxx handles it with ease.

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  Awesome car - 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
  By Scortch - April 21 - 5:26 am

  I fell in love with this car when I saw it and drove it. I had been doing research on the net and narrowed it down to a few cars but the Maxx was my choice. Nice car to drive, has the power and comfort. Some have problems with the steering but I thought the steering was just fine. No worst to me than any other.

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  STS twin turbo 3.9l ss maxx - 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
  By wowza - March 6 - 7:43 pm

  I loved the SS Maxx from the first time I saw it. It is naturally fast. Very comfortable, and quiet (for those who like quiet, I prefer a throaty exhaust). I would totally recommend this car to anyone (modded or not)

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  Great for Family of Five - 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
  By Charles - December 1 - 12:26 am

  Very surprising car, but its based an an Opel, after all. We chose it over a Mazda 5 mini-mini van. Big and versatile enough for 3 boys aged 7, 10, and 12 for long trips and has enough room for our suitcases too. The van will stay home unless we take the camper on future trips. Bought it because Bambi wrecked our 89 BMW 325i, so we were kind of spoiled and skeptical, but not anymore! Great features for the price, especially with the rebates. XM radio is excellent, would not have bought it except it was already installed which were glad of. With the 2006 interior updates and more external chrome it looks more contemporary. Hope it proves reliable!