Overview & Reviews

The side curtain airbag option now includes front-seat side-impact airbags.

• Pros: Smooth ride quality, above-average fuel economy with V6, plenty of passenger and cargo space, ample safety and convenience features, innovative remote start feature.

• Lackluster interior, subpar brakes and steering, down on power compared to competitors, no manual transmission available.

User Reviews:

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  Malibu LS - 2005 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Hegs - March 30 - 9:31 am

  I just hit 48,000 on my Malibu and I have been very happy. For a V6 200hp I get very good mileage. I have been averaging about 30 in the summer and 25 in the winter. Some of the people that are claiming better gas mileage than this are going off of the inboard computer and the numbers are skewed a bit. I actually use a calculator and check my mileage based on my travel. I have noticed the computer is off about 2-3 mpg most of the time. The ride in the car is very good and a lot better than I thought it would be. I would replace the factory tires if you can. They arent that great. I have had no problems with the car other than replacing the rear brake pads.

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  Hi Ho Silver! - 2005 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Silver - February 21 - 9:26 pm

  We looked at new cars and used, import, and domestic before buying our silver Malibu and havent regretted it one second. It is a program car so we know that its probably been driven hard and fast but it held up and is holding up. I believe mostly due to the maintenance required for program cars. There was water in the spare tire well when we bought it but the dealer had her cleaned up in a jif. The dealer thinks maybe the trunk gasket leaked while setting on the lot. We did have several inchs of rain. Ive driven it once while raining and saw a cup of water in the trunk. I think its from tire spray. It looks like GM put silicon on the joints of trunk floor where the tires are. We love our silver Malibu and will trade for another in a couple of years. Thanks GM for keeping us American!

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  My Malibu is great - 2005 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Leslie - January 5 - 10:03 pm

  This car is much nicer than I thought. Ive always liked Malibus, but the new body and nice angle on dash is great. It drives great, and its great on gas. Love my new Chevy!

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  Chevrolet Malibu Base - 2005 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Sabrina Gainey - December 3 - 8:01 am

  I purchased my vehicle used. I have only had this vehicle for 3 months and I have already experienced problems with the steering. When I am making a left turn the car makes a very disturbing noise. I have also had problems when starting the car. It makes a noise as if the battery is dead.

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  2005 chevy malibu l/t - 2005 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Marty from penna - November 10 - 10:00 am

  I like the car, i traded a toyota matrix on same, I am very well pleased with all aspects of the Malibu

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  Not a good car but it works. - 2005 Chevrolet Malibu
  By bigbearsfan - November 8 - 12:06 am

  This is the cheapest quality car I have ever owned. We decided to buy this instead of a new Accord because it saved money (a great deal after rebates). I have owned 2 Mazdas, an Altima, and a CR-V and the build quality of this car doesnt even stand up to my old 96 626. After 28k miles this car has several interior rattles, a mushy brake pedal and suspension, and overboosted steering. Everything inside the car feels and sounds cheap to the touch and the doors dont stay open by themselves even on the slightest incline. This is not a great car. It has lots of potential but GM cheaped out again. And some folks wonder why we lose to the Asian car companies. Get the Impala, its better.

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  Great Value - 2005 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Lenerz - October 28 - 8:11 am

  The car drives and handles very well. I have gotten as high as 37 mpg with the V6 and average around 29-32 for all around driving. The power is more than enough for accelerating and passing. Not far behind the V-6 Altima I had. The only complaint is the knocking coming from the steering area. They said its a problem with the collapsable steering column and is a cosmetic thing. But it will cost $200-300 to fix.

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  Malibu - 2005 Chevrolet Malibu
  By N Kirk - September 9 - 8:19 am

  This has been the most dependable car I have owned. Mileage is in mid 30s on average. Even around town, I get 30 mpg. Only trouble was a gas cap that leaked air and was replaced under warranty.

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  Not bad for the money - 2005 Chevrolet Malibu
  By marcladue - August 7 - 12:46 pm

  This car is built relatively well. The body seems to be substantial and fit is good for the price. The car drives adequately well, but thats about it. Many driving characteristics are fair at best. Handling lacks feel for the road and the car seems to levitate/drift at upper highway speeds. Acceleration is a bit sluggish yet. Braking feels very "all or none." On the inside, the seats are okay--a bit wobbly as you shake them but OK. The sound system is decent but defintiely not great. Controls are a bit tougher to reach than would be ideal. Still it seems to hold together. Relatively smart looking instrument panel. Not a bad car for the price, but definitely not extraordinary.

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  Never again! - 2005 Chevrolet Malibu
  By J.W. - July 19 - 11:01 pm

  I hate this car! Have had just over a year. Has been to the dealer 4 times since April 2005 when purchased new. Car fails to start at times. Dealer doesnt know why! Not acceptable when a small child is involved here. This is a chronic issue. Noisy right front. Again, no dealer help on this. Gauges suddenly shut off! Back to the dealer for this issue. No help that time either!! Now power steering comes and goes as if possessed! Safety issue! Was at dealer again ....and again no help!!!