Overview & Reviews
The side curtain airbag option now includes front-seat side-impact airbags.
- Hatchback configuration makes for easy loading, spacious interior with adjustable rear seats, plenty of safety and convenience features, innovative remote start feature, standard V6.
- Lackluster interior, subpar braking and steering, less cargo space than true wagons or SUVs.
User Reviews:
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The "zippy car" - 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
By Geraldine - August 16 - 9:46 pmThis car is fun to drive, lots of power, avg 26 mpg. Lots of room to haul skis, and other bulky object with hatchback access. Love heated seats, remote start, auto climate control, traction control is great in snow and ice. Accomodates large people with ease as my husband is over 6 and has plenty of room. The switch control shifter is great for mountain driving and great for hills and control on snow and ice covered roads. GM hit a home run with this car as far as I am concerned. Glad we got the LT model.
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2005 Maxx - 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
By ron - July 8 - 3:03 pmAfter months of internet research & weeks of test driving 8 cars., I chose the Malibu Maxx. I love it. What I was looking for in a car was; plenty of leg room, good ride, good fuel economy, nice looks, comfortable interior and most important, price! The Maxx has it all. I was very surprised at its performance! It is very quick! Good mileage too. We just returned from a 800 mile trip and averaged 30.8 mpg. Driving hwy speeds 75-80 mph. Interior space is in a class by itself in the mid size segment. Im 64" and can set with my legs crossed in the rear seats with the front seat set to fit me. I think it has a good looking exterior, kind of euro looking. Im very pleased with my Malibu Maxx!
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Liking this thing more and more... - 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
By csandste - June 13 - 7:20 amBoy-- two months ago, I didnt know Id be driving one of these. First test drive seemed a bit too large (I was coming off an Elantra), plus I generally prefer a 5-speed. However, the overall balance of the car, plus its tremendous flexibility means that its a pleasure so far. Car and Driver and Edmunds both knock the engine for being an OHV throwback to earlier times, but the engine seems very responsive-- if not overly smooth, and gets great gas mileage for a 3.5 liter-- within a mile or two of my Elantra. The electric steering has also received knocks, but I find the feedback and overall road feel very good for a car of this size. Maybe GM is getting better with the 05s.
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Great Car - 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
By uscfan05 - May 25 - 3:33 pmI bought used almost 4 years ago and still love my car. It has lots of room and space, even passengers in the back seat have plenty of leg room. I love how the rear seats lay all the way front ward like a SUV to give you more space. Ive even put a live Christmas tree in there with no problem. Love how the car tells you when to change your oil and when certain fluid levels are low! This car is great for every age group. Im in my 20s and love this car but it also has plenty of room for a family. Rides smoothly and turns just as smooth. Back seat riders also love the moonroof. Traction control is great as well.
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I love it - 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
By D Wilferd - May 19 - 7:13 pmThis is my second Maxx and I cannot imagine owning anything else. I love the ride and the drive of this car. It is comfortable and so much fun to own. My daughter and granddaughter love the rear DVD and stereo system, which are very helpful on a long trip. The dealership has been extremely helpful with any problems we have had with either car. I love to brag on this car whenever people ask me about it. It is so versatile. I had the windows tinted and added splash guards which gives the car an even better look.
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My new car - 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
By BigAls87Z28 - May 15 - 10:00 amI first saw the Maxx, and was very happy to see a good looking and powerful 5dr hatch in Chevys line up! I didnt want something big like the Magnum, or too small. The Maxx is just right! Good power and handling from the Epsilon chassis, and plenty of down low power from the 3.5. I would like to see a "SS" model with teh 3.9 and 6spd manual in the future.
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Yes, Buy American - 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
By Ben - May 12 - 6:10 pmLove the rear seat leg room and the adjustable/reclining seats. I drive 39 miles one way to work and average 30.9 mpg. The car has alot of top end power. The manual shift option on the trans is great for those steep downhill drives you dont need to ride your brakes. The best feature is the remote starter, nice for those cold mornings.
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To the MAXX! - 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
By browntravis - April 10 - 11:50 pmI researched this vehicle extremely well. The European body styling really makes this car an eye catcher. People always stop and ask me what it is and compliment on the styling. The 3.5L V-6 engine makes for smooth, powerful ride. This car is very roomy and the back seats slide back, forth, and recline. Very cool! Definitely some great standard features. Great sound system. Standard rear moonroof, traction control, and power driver seat. This car is an all around good choice for persons of any age or family status.
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One of the best Chevys ever. - 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
By Jim Cox - March 31 - 1:10 amThe only thing I would add is all wheel drive and maybe a convertible top.This is one of the best Chevys Ive ever owned. Fit and finish is spectacular. Mileage is mid to high twenties.Fold down back seat and hatch back offfers room like a wagon. Really a great car.
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Love My M&Ms BLU - 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
By M&MsBLULoveIt - March 29 - 8:46 amThe car is fun to the max and is a great value. It is like blue M&Ms. Very unexpected and heavenly to the senses! I got mine loaded, and one of the few Laser Blue 2005s in my area, anyway. The other colors were kind of dull but I would have bought one anyway for the features I got for the money. I had a 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix I traded for it. I was longing for the pep of my V6 1999 Grand AM. The Max LT more than fills the bill.
