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2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
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2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
Miles : 111460
Stock Number : SW2281
Fuel Efficiency Rating
Est. MPG City:
22
Est. MPG Hwy:
30
Actual ratings will vary with options, driving conditions, habits and vehicle condition.
Description
The Chevrolet Malibu was launched to compete with the mid-size imports from Japan. Like the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry, the Malibu emphasizes civilized road manners, quality construction, and buttoned-down practicality wrapped in innocuous if not anonymous styling. The Malibu has something the imports don't: the Maxx. Maxx is a longer-wheelbase variant, whose extended roofline and rear cargo hatch suggest a sporty station wagon. While Malibu seems destined to disappear into a crowd, Maxx looks just as determined to stand out and be noticed. The previous Malibu ranked tops in the midsize car class in the J.D.Power Initial Quality Surveys for two consecutive years; we expect the 2005 model to offer quality construction. The driving performance of the Malibu exceeded our expectations. We were surprised by the acceleration performance from the V6 and delighted by the crispness of handling on winding roads. It feels firmer than the Camry, but softer than the Accord, a good balance, in other words. Malibu's solid structure is based on GM's new Epsilon platform used by a couple of highly successful European sedans. Along with its compliant suspension, this gives the Malibu a smooth, comfortable ride, yet allows for spirited driving. This is no mush-mobile. Steering effort is light at low speeds, so the Malibu is easy to maneuver through crowded parking lots and park. The cabin offers roomy accommodations for five passengers with comfortable seats and logical controls that are easy to use. It's quiet underway, and you can start the car remotely, a great feature on cold winter mornings. No question, this is a highly competent sedan that's practical and easy to live with.
