Overview & Reviews

The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu has been completely redesigned.

• Oddly shaped trunk space in the Eco.
• Transmission makes Eco model feel sluggish
• Less rear legroom than competitors

User Reviews:

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  In the shop every month - 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Tommy - January 13 - 9:57 am

  Bought this car with 48k miles and now has 78k. Since Ive had it Ive replaced a wheel bearing, the heat is climate control and when you turn it on 60 it feels like its on the highest setting and the only way to turn it down it to turn the ac on. Not fun when its 15-20 degrees outside in the winter and 85-90 in the summer. The radio will freeze from time to time. Wont let me turn it down, change the station, or even turn it off! Im constantly on the road mostly highway miles and only get 28-29 mpg. Being that its supposed to be a type of hybrid Im not very impressed. This is my first and last time owning a Chevy sedan.

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  Just hit 30,000 miles and not a glitch. - 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
  By russrusscase@yahoo.com - December 10 - 4:07 pm

  This is my third Chevrolet product and never a problem. They really build a great truck and automobile. I was and wax regulary and it looks like the day I drove it out of the showroom. So many standard featrues and great comfort. I always service at the dealer and feel like Ive saved a ton of money and issues. Absolutley care free driving these past 3 years for me. If you find a clean, low mileage one, buy it.

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  2013 Malibu - 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Tanya - August 30 - 10:46 pm

  I just got my 2013 Malibu I really like the car but I only had it a week & its overheating already gotta take it 2 get fixed asap

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  Electrical problems - 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Patrick - August 30 - 1:51 pm

  My 2013 Malibu 2LT is having a major issue that can cause a serious accident.. The steering and all electronics shut down while Im driving. The motor remains running but all electronics shut completely down. The dealer wont fix this issue and I will put the biggest lawsuit on Chevy if I get into an accident

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  KING OF THE HILL - 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
  By BOB ALLENBY - August 8 - 6:17 pm

  YOU ARE GETTING THE BEST FOR THE PRICE ON THE MARKET

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  Vroom Vroom!!!! - 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Macy - July 14 - 12:38 pm

  Its a real awesome car , people talk bad about it for some reason , they say go with toyota or honda when they dont realize every car will give you problems , it is how you take care of your car. This LT model is amazing and drives smooth , interior beats any car i have driven and has a sexy look to it . the 2014 model is also a nice aggressive looking model i love them all!!!!!!

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  Great American car!! - 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
  By Eric Hayes - February 25 - 9:22 am

  Ive had my 13 Malibu LTZ for a handful of months now. Bought it used with 31k miles on it. Around 34k miles I had to replace one of the rear wheel bearings, but fortunately it was still under warranty. I do have to say I am not getting good mpg at all. I have had tanks down at 22.5mpg and as high as 27.5mpg, so nowhere near the claimed mpg. Trans d/n shift smoothly at all especially on downshift. Other than that, love the car! Great design, very comfortable, great radio with Bluetooth and XM. Better than some more expensive cars of same year. Owned a 05 Malibu Classic, gotta say, Chevy has come a long way with this car! Definite buy for the $! Better value when buy used

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  Constant problems - 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
  By kjhansen1 - January 25 - 6:31 pm

  We bought this car used--1 year old-- in July. Less than 2000 miles later both rear wheel bearings went out. I sold my 1995 Cadillac @ 217000 miles and had never replaced a wheel bearing. I have a 2002 Suburban with 190000 miles on it and have never replaced a wheel bearing. A month later the water pump failed... When does a vehicle with less than 23,000 miles on it have a water pump fail? So, 6 months later, one of the replacement wheel bearings failed. Also the dash lights fail to come on randomly--the dealership cant figure it out.

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  Painful - 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
  By amanda0310 - June 23 - 11:25 pm

  I was so excited to purchase my new Malibu. The style is sleek, elegant, and sporty all in one. The MPG is right around 27 for me personally. My biggest problem is the comfort. I didnt notice it until two days later when my back was in so much pain. The head rest forces your head forward and they are not completely removable. The lumbar section of the seat is not positioned correctly and is rather stiff. I have tried different pillows, reclining the seat completely back and sitting up free style (which is super uncomfortable). Ive spoken with 2 customer services reps from GM who passed it back and forth only to pass it on to the dealership which in return said there was nothing they could

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  Choose Wisely... - 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
  By panglossian - November 21 - 3:34 pm

  As others, I compared most of the mid-size vehicles. I wanted to buy American (if that is really possible nowadays). Each car has their own benefits, and despite media comments, none really stand out as a clear leader of the pack. Be careful if you select this model. Its still a fine vehicle, though there are some issues. The 13 Eco is one of a kind, as it appears to be discontinued in 14 (the base 2.5L gets the same mpg). Many of the features advertised in the normal vehicles are not in the Eco. Mine was advertised to have 10 airbags, though only has 7. Nor does it have the MyLink radio, so forget about Pandora and the other neat features. I recommend waiting for a 2014.