2004 Chevrolet Malibu Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.58/5 Average
238 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

The midsize Malibu has been totally redesigned for 2004. It now rides on an entirely new vehicle platform and offers a more powerful V6 along with must-have safety features like side curtain airbags and adjustable pedals.

Pros:
  • Balanced ride and handling characteristics, plenty of passenger and cargo space, ample safety and convenience features, innovative remote start feature.
Cons:
  • Down on power compared to its competitors, lackluster interior, no manual transmission available.

User Reviews:

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  • Great Car - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
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    The all new malibus are great cars, fun, to drive, and very sleek!

  • Handles well in accident - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
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    I loved my car. I owned it for 4 days before I got into an accident. It handled very well in the accident and onstar called right away. This is truly a beautiful car. I also considered a Mazada6 but I felt the Malibu felt more sturdy. I hope it will be the same when I get it back.

  • love my new Chevy - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
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    I have the car just over 24 hour and I am having such a good time with it. Ive recently owned Saab 9-5. Volvo 850 and we currently have a Jag X-type. The Malibu holds its own very well against these cars. The fit and finish is very good.

  • Good family 4-door sedan - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
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    The new 2004 Bu has excellent steering (electronic assist), lots of room, convenient dash instrumentation, and the remote start feature kicks &ss! It isnt a "flashy" car, but Im sure some aftermarket products can spice it up, if thats your thing. I recently sold a 02 Honda Accord and can say that I prefer the handling of the Malibu. However, Honda has a lot more interior style. The ONLY knock I have on the 04 Malibu is luxury. There is limited luxury. But for me, a family sedan is what I needed, and wanted. Great work - take one for a spin!

  • Solid Car - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
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    I purchased my 2004 Malibu after going for three months without any car following an accident which totaled by 2004 Cavalier. As luck would have it it put me in a great position to wind up with this Malibu. I had never really heard much about them until I found this one at a local dealer. After reading up on it I found that it sounded like it would be worth a look. I took it for a test drive and looked it over and found it was great. I have owned it for three weeks now and the car has been more than what I imagined it would be. Roomy, comfortable, with loads of features that I could only have dreamed about in my Cavalier (remote start, automatic lights, electric pedals and seats etc).

  • Great Car!! - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
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    I have only had this car for a month, but it is a pleasure to drive.I actually find reasons to go out for a drive now.

  • 2004 Malibu LS - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
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    Extremely satisfied with the Malibu LS. This is the first new car I have owned for two months without having to take it back to the garage. For those who find the headrest too close to the back of their heads, I suggest they remove the headrest, turn it 180 degrees and reinstall it. This will place it in a more conventional position.

  • Everyone Needs To Drive It !!!!!!!!!!! - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
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    Like they say everyone should drive it. My wife had a Camry owner approach her to find out what it was all about. He was looking for a new car. Fast powerful easy to drive these are a few of the things that make me enjoy it.

  • This time Chevrolet has set the standard - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
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    I spent several months researching and test driving midsize sedans, and found this car to be the best. It ran smoother than the Accord and quieter than the Camry. The suspension and handling are comparable to the other cars in its class, and the standard features on the LT model make it a joy to drive. Many added safety features from last years model also set this car apart from the rest. If youre looking for a well-built, dependable, and economic midsize sedan, it would be VERY worth your while to check this one out!

  • My new Malibu - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
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    I traded a 4 wheel dr veh for this vehicle and have never felt safer. It handles like a dream on snow and ice, and the best part is Im not afraid to drive in those conditionsm like I was with the 4 wheel drive. The only problem that I have found is opening the trunk when it has snow or ice on it, and it all falls in the trunk. Need a little different design.

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