Overview & Reviews

Base models receive black rocker moldings, black molded-in-color outside rearview mirrors and a rear window defogger. LS models get front seatback map pockets. Both models receive auto headlamp on/off, new stereos and new cloth interiors.

• Comfortable and roomy interior, speedy acceleration, contemporary styling, ultra-low price yet loaded with features.

• No traction control, soft suspension, refinement is exchanged for low car payments.

User Reviews:

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  "love and hate" - 2001 Chevrolet Malibu
  By "love and hate" - May 7 - 10:32 pm

  I bought this car because my father had one. If I would of known what I know now I promise you I wouldnt of bought it. Dont get me wrong I love the car but I have had many problem with brakes (abs), power steering pump, head gaskets twice, but at the end of the day I really do love to look at it and drive it. The power and style make up for all the headaches and I figure Ive put too much into it to give up on it now.

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  Good American Car - 2001 Chevrolet Malibu
  By tommy - December 15 - 7:36 pm

  Well guys. I loved my Malibu. Sure the electrical aspects were king of funky, so roll down the window. My engine never failed. The only things I ever had to change was the brakes and the oil. My car had 106000 miles before some lady hit me and totaled my car. I miss it. I wish I still had it. I dont want the money I want my car back.

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  Worth the money - 2001 Chevrolet Malibu
  By gm guy - November 7 - 11:25 am

  GM program car bought 1/2003 at 24,000 miles, now has 85,000. Original Firestone tires wore out at 33,000, replacement BFG tires still have 5/32 tread. Intake gasket coolant leak repaired at 51,000 on extended warranty. Brake pads replaced and rotors turned at 78,000. MPG records show 25+ mixed driving, up to 31 MPG hiway. Starts good, runs good, drives good, rides good, with lots of power when needed. Recent electrical problems were battery cable corrosion hidden by rubber cover at positive battery terminal. Normal maintenance includes synthetic oil at 5,000 miles. Great car.

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  223,000 Miles And Still Going - 2001 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Pete - July 3 - 6:11 pm

  This was a company car that I purchased when the lease expired. I have driven this car since it had approximately 31,000 miles, it now has over 223,000 miles. The car has been great for the money. As a salesperson, I drive a lot and the car has been quite dependable. Yes, I have had some problems, electrical, ignition switch, etc. but they all began to occur after I stop servicing the car properly (my employer used to pay for all the servicing.) I am shopping around for a car now, but I am find it hard to give this up.

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  Mexican guy - 2001 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Mexican guy - April 1 - 2:13 am

  I had the car for 4 year and the big problems started 8 months ago. The car gets accelerates once in a wile, but Chevrolet can’t find the problem, they said that the car is fine. Now the car when its not accelerated up to 2,500, the car wants to turn off, but never get to it. And to start in the road the car "thinks" like for 1 second before going. The a/c turns off when it wants. The break has been replaced 4 times, once a year. I dont recommend this car to anyone

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  Surprisingly pleased - 2001 Chevrolet Malibu
  By wyrdguy - March 31 - 1:07 pm

  Ive driven this car for over 6 years now and am very surprised with its reliability and comfort. I wasnt expecting much with all the trouble Id had in the 70s and 80s with GM cars, but Id driven a Chevy Corsica for work and was impressed, so I decided Id give GM one last chance. I dont exactly follow the book when it comes to maintenance either and this car has been very forgiving. It now has 115k on the odometer and has given me few problems. The transmission needed rebuilding under warranty and I cant give the brakes very high marks, but other than that, its been great.

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  Nice design but poor reliability - 2001 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Phil - February 24 - 3:40 pm

  I really enjoy driving this car, but the reliability has been very poor. This year/model apparently has a very poor brake design. The cars brakes had to be replaced 4 times in 64000 miles (including new rotors on 3 occasions). Other reviews describe the brake problems in more detiail. Have also had numerous problems with the engine including a bad head- gasket, thermostat, and other random issues. Have also had problems with the AC switch, the blinkers, and the windshield wipers. Despite the comfort of the car the reliability makes this car a real bummer.

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  Good Car, Great Value - 2001 Chevrolet Malibu
  By JL - July 2 - 11:31 pm

  Bought a fully loaded Malibu LS five years ago off the showroom floor. Have close to 100k on her and shes still running strong. Plenty of power with good gas mileage (27 hwy) she is a good looking car. Brakes, like most Chevys, should have been bigger/better. Spend the money on premium rotors with a warrantee when the OE warps. The only other problem is the turn signal flash-dat is starting to fail. This car is a great family sedan and is still cool and safe enough for a first time driver.

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  An Average Car for average people - 2001 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Julia - January 28 - 5:27 pm

  Thank God for the extended warranty. I have owned this car for 3 years, and in that time, its felt like packing marbles in a corner trying to keep this car from falling apart. I had to get the door welded on after the hinge failed, completely replaced the started, heater blowers, and control switch, rusted out far sooner than expected. The window/power locks panel is still hanging on by its wires, and the dealer cant really do much about it (been in to be fixed twice). The turn signal indicators stopped working. Im very surprised at how much its value has dropped since buying it. Why spend 23K on a car that wont last half as long as an accord or civic for the same price...

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  One great car! - 2001 Chevrolet Malibu
  By addwinell - December 23 - 8:22 pm

  I bought this car used almost 2 years ago with 70,000 miles and I just love it. Ive only had it in the shop once for small repairs and once for tires. I traded a Jeep Grand Cherokee (which I really miss) for the Malubu but I was pleasantly suprised. It has every bell & whistle that Chevy offered. I have been a long time customer of Chevy and this car solidified my relationship w/them. There are a few small things (center console) that I dislike but, overall this is a wonderful car!