Overview & Reviews
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.
- Balanced ride and handling characteristics, plenty of passenger and cargo space, ample safety and convenience features, innovative remote start feature.
- Down on power compared to its competitors, lackluster interior, no manual transmission available.
User Reviews:
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Disappointed in PA - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
By Hope - September 17 - 6:37 pmPurchased what I thought was going to be my dream car. Loved the interior and it handled wonderfully. 5 days after purchased the car started with a fuel issue. Once I fill it with gas it stalls, chokes, and will not restart for numerous minutes. Once it lunged forward and then stalled out in rush hour traffic. Had the fuel sensor replaced, luckily by the dealership, however 3 months later I am still having this ongoing problem and the dealership says its my problem. Another issue is the car does not start on the first turn. This has been occurring more and more. Just waiting for the Malibu to leave me sitting. Chevy aware however not standing behind their good name.
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04 Malibu broke GMs mold! - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
By Cliff Cline - September 15 - 2:00 amGeneral Motors broke the mold when they built the completely redesigned Chevy Malibu for 04. The new Malibus sporty and aerodynamic with a fresh look and classy feel. Its got an aggressive accelerator that unleashes the excitement of a 3.5 liter V6 with 200 horses but gets a shocking 350 mls to a tank on city streets and 400+ on th highway. The on-board information center is reassuring and the standard features make this car almost perfect.
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Good Value for the Cost - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
By G2the2ndRnd - September 9 - 2:00 amWe (my wife and I) looked at about 15 different vehicles before deciding on the 2004 Malibu. The main reasons that we chose the Malibu over the Accord or the Camry was cost and the self starter, plus the XM radio was a nice addition. We have owned the car for 2 months and so far we are very happy with our purchase - meaning that the car has handled well in the ice and snow that Columbus has been having this year. We are looking forward to the warmer weather and being able to use the sun roof! Also, kudos and applause for building a window washer container that holds the whole bottle, no leftovers with the Malibu!!!!
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The New Chevy is Here!!! - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
By R. R. - September 9 - 2:00 amThe new Malibu has great handling, style and comfort features. I love the auto start and heated seats. The car I purchase did have a problem with the side view electric mirrors, but the dealership took care of it without difficulty.
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Buyer Beware - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
By Buer beware - August 10 - 9:43 amThis is one of the most fun, comfortable cars that I have ever purchased from GM. It is unfortunate that the quality is horrible. I have had the steering replaced 3 times, the radio doesnt work properly, the ignition has been replaced, the transmission gaskets have been replaced. The sun visor has been replaced because the glue that holds it together melts in the sun. GM does not stand behind its products. After 22 years of owning nothing but GM products, I wouldnt purchase another one. Nice ride, but horrible workmanship.
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Good car but cheap parts - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
By rita, orland park, i - August 10 - 7:42 amI have had my Chevy less than 4 years and I am unable to get my hatchback trunk open. It is very frustrating. My mechanic states that it is the motor in lock to open the hatchback. I am sure if I take it to the dealer, it will be about $300 to fix it. Luckily I have a nice reasonable mechanic, although he lives far so it is a bit of a hassle to get my car worked on. I was very pleased with my car until this point but now I am convinced that Chevy uses cheap parts and I will not buy a Chevy again. I bought a new Astro van before this car and all I did was put money into it. It cost me a small fortunate in repairs. Never again will I buy a GM car.
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Malibu Falling Apart Slowly - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
By Malibu not so much - July 5 - 8:56 amSo when I purchased my car it was in top shape. Now I take care of my car. Never a mile over 3000 without an oil change, I pay to have it cleaned. Now the problem with my Malibu is that the parts to the interior are inferior. The less expensive plastic breaks on dash with the tap of passenger knees. The gas cap sensor has gone out at 55000 miles. I have replaced blinker bulbs on 4 occassions and have only had the car to a little over 1 year. Power and comfort a plus, If only Barbie could see her Malibu now.
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I love my BOO - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
By smbmp - July 1 - 2:29 amI purchased a 2004 Malibu in March of 08. It had 3400 miles on it at the time. I love my car it havent given me any trouble yet. Hopefuly it wont any time soon. Since I got it I have only had to do the normal things like oil and brakes. Oh I cant get my gas cap to stay on. The only thing I dont like about these cars is there front end is ugly. They look like bugs. The car has plenty of power and great handeling once you get use to the torque steering. I think it was wort every penny I paid for it
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Incredible - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
By heckandarn - June 24 - 12:27 pmI have the 3.5L V-6. I have to tell everyone something. I have never owned a car that would get 39.9 mpg on the highway at 65 mph before. I do now! As incredible as it may seem, thats what I get on a long trip with the cruise control on. With the 200hp v-6 its very fun to drive! Its been a long time since Ive been in a car of this quality, at this price! Its exciting!
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New Malibu - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
By BothellBeaver - June 11 - 10:00 amThis year our company vehicle swithced from the Impala to the Malibu and everyone began to complain. I got one of the first ones and pleasantly surprised. Ony negative is the smaller interior size. Trunk is ample and the car is more responsive and much tighter than the Impala. New design is sharp. I like it.
