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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  Love It, But Has Not Been Kind - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Krista - October 25 - 7:00 pm

  I love the power of the car and how comfortable it is to drive, but it has not been kind. The computer module went on the car just after the warranty expired. It fried the part of the car that charges the battery, my seat warmers, my visor light, and my trunk light. My 6 cd changer also broke at the same time. The dealership said the cd player had nothing to do with the module, and that it was just coincidence because the stereo still works. That cost me $800 just to stop my car from frying its electronice parts, not even to fix what was already fried. Now I just had to pay $500 for new brakes and the control arm ball joint. In my machanics words, "This car has not been kind."

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  In love with Malibu - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
  By tiger - June 27 - 3:35 pm

  Ive read many a review on the Malibu and keep seeing that people think its "blah". I love my Malibu, I think the exterior is sleek although not outstanding, the interior is nice although not extraordinary, and so far its been a good car although Ive only had it about a year out of the 3 years this car has been around. This car is not the best Ill admit, but I didnt buy the best, and I wasnt expecting to. If I wanted the best I would have bought a Cadillac or something equally as good or better. Im definitely happy with my purchase and would buy another one in a heartbeat.

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  US Altima - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Depew - June 9 - 2:00 am

  Had the dealer prep me a new Impala LS and saw this car in the showroom, drove it and fell in love...same power lotzzza features all standard on the LT. Just love this car.

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  Chevy Malibu 2004 - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
  By MJH - March 8 - 2:00 am

  Good American built vehicle - it is about time. Hopefully it will holdup over the long term as well as it is now.

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  Malibu.......Reliable Fiamily Car? - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
  By kshont - March 4 - 10:00 am

  I had my malibu for a month before i traded it in for more than perfect Toyota Camry. I visited the dealership 3 times within that month to fix an annoying problem with the electronic steering. After being told to come the fourth time i decided to visit a Toyota Dealership. I brought a new Camry LE V6 the same and i dont have any problems within the last 2 months. Buyer beware!!

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  very good car - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
  By smartgiant - February 1 - 2:00 am

  during 100,000miles, it has not major problems. Key is not any leaking from this car, no over heat.

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  Great Ride! Finally a contender - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Jay_Jay - December 20 - 2:00 am

  A great american sedan with European handling. Take a way the badges on this car and you may mistake it for an import. the fit and finish is near flawless. THe engine is silky smooth and the car drives like a dream. This has to be the best sedan overall chevrolet ever made.

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  New Malibu - First Impressions - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
  By MIScouter - September 26 - 10:00 am

  Purchased this vehicle last week and have put about 250 miles on the odometer. Chevrolet may have a winner here. Havent considered a Chevy in 22 years, but it stacked up well against the VW Passat, Honda Accord, and Mazda6 that we also considered. Pushrod V6 provides plenty of power (200 HP) and lots of torque (220 ftlb). Loaded with useful features and plenty of room (101 cu ft EPA passenger space). Averaging over 22 MPG in mostly city driving so far. Chevys attempt at a "manu-matic" shift lever needs work. 4th gear cannot be selected in manual mode.

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  I love my 2nd Malibu - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Cheryl Vasquez - July 18 - 1:37 am

  I first owned a 2003 Malibu, which I liked as well, although, my 2004 held out better in frontal impact collision. My 2003 was totalled and my 2004 was salvageable. I like the Malibu and I enjoy driving this car immensely. I would recommend this car to anyone with 1-2 children. Any more in the family could be a little uncomfortable.

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  Need Improvement to compete with Toyota - 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
  By eskmck - June 20 - 2:00 am

  Enging and outside noise are not eliminated. Heater blower very noisy too.