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Submitted 2010-02-26 14:08:53 |
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| Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
I have a Malibu maxx.
I love the gas mileage which sometimes gets up to 33mpg on road trips.
I really love the handling and the fact that it is a heavy car and gets around in the winter well.
I love the space for hauling dogs and the trunk area is my tack room and it all fits well.
Plus I love the get up that it has, I love power!!! Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
There is a rattling/vibrating in the dash somewhere that isn't always there, but when it is, it is really annoying.
I also hate the interior material, it stains so easily, even from just mud.
There is also the intake manifold gasket. It is in the 3.2, 3.4 and 3.5's. There is a plastic part that melts over time and ends up putting antifreeze in the engine (not cool!). If it is caught before your engine goes, it is about $800 to fix, and some places over $1000. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Review:
Overall I love the car, I wouldn't ever give it up, but with the gasket problem, I am really afraid that it ate away some of the seals, and now I could get major leaks. So, it will be going.
And from the research that I have done, I am going to search for a Subaru! |
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Submitted 2010-02-08 10:30:30 |
Tim732
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| Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
Handling.
Pick-up.
Confident Ride.
Huge Interior.
Comfortable.
Rear & front passenger seats fold down (except in SS). Standard rear seat skylights in the Maxx. Rear seats are adjustable and recline.
As a used car value, it can't be beat price-wise. I paid $8K for a 4 year old Maxx. (I'd be ticked-off though if I bought it new and paid the new car price of 24K).
I hope Chevrolet comes out with another Malibu liftback! Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
Plastic around radio-air controls is a bit plain, like something is missing.
In the Maxx, replace shade screens in rear seat skylights to panels, like the front sun roof.
I've seen some complaints posted about steering noise common to many GM models w/electric steering. I haven't experienced it w/my used Maxx at 34K miles. I'd have any used car checked out like I did before purchasing it. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Review:
I would recommend the Malibu Maxx as a used car choice. As a "car" person, I just couldn't committ to an SUV, even a small one. The Maxx '04-'07 Maxx is a great compromise.
The "trunk" is amazingly versatile. My sister who owns an upscale SUV import was impressed with the cargo shelf, which can be set to 3 different levels and has hooks for carrying plastic grocery bags. The shelf also slides out as a table. With all the seats folded down, the cargo space is enormous, yet the Maxx is somehow .5" smaller than the standard Malibu Sedan.
I really like it! |
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Submitted 2009-02-07 22:28:05 |
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| Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
Like almost everything. Was very affordable. Great gas mileage. I get around 30 mpg driving in rush hour traffic. I can get 35+ with careful driving on highway trips. Comfortable to drive and ride in. Can easily fit 2 carseats in back. 3 is a squeeze but we have done it. Exterior looks good. 54,000 miles and nothing has gone wrong. (We had to get new tires last year) Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
Interior seems cheap but is comfortable and seems to be wearing well even with 2 small children and their "stuff"
Rattling noise in the dash. Dealer couldn't locate it. It drives my husband nuts so I get to drive it instead.(A pro for me)
Doesn't handle well in slippery conditions. Any thought of touching the brakes and it goes sideways. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Review:
Overall, we have been very impressed with this car. We traded a dead Lumina with 220,000 miles for the Malibu with 1. Once the inital new car "look it only takes one try to start it; all the windows go up and down; all four doors open" glow wore off we were still impressed. The gas mileage is awesome. It is a smaller car but it is roomy on the inside. Recently we made a 4 hour drive with 3 adults and 2 kids in booster/carseats. The back seat was cozy but my 6 month pregnant sister was able to fit in the back seat comfortably. (We took turns driving) It is the first car I have ever been able to successfully parallel park. |
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Submitted 2010-02-02 20:15:18 |
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| Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
Smooth and comfortable ride. Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
Horrible rattling noise coming from the dash area.
Really slow acceleration.
Really dull interior. |
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Submitted 2010-01-12 12:42:07 |
Ms.Collor
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| Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
Smooth ride.
Great acceleration.
Nice style. Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
Compressor went out at 30,000 miles, heated seat switch kept coming on.
Interior could have been better. Warranty covered the problems.
Tires weren't of the best quality. Had to replace them the first year. |
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Submitted 2009-10-03 14:06:30 |
gsnelling
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| Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
I like the features and handling. Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
Radio dial is only visible on a dark day. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Review:
The vehicle I own has a clunk in the steering. Even though that is a common problem to this model. I will have to pay for it myself. I have driven G.M. products for approximately 56 years. This might be enough to have me look at other makes. I strongly feel that G.M. should make this a recall. |
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Submitted 2009-06-19 16:40:04 |
cori g bergstrom
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| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Review:
This car is a thorn in my side! Seats stain if anything touches them, rattling in the dash that drives my insane, clunking in steering- had fixed under warranty, then returned. Both front control arms blown after 42,000 miles. Each control arm costs $200.00 retail, not including labor to install. Piece of @#x& way over priced will NEVER buy another Chevy again! |
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Submitted 2009-05-25 19:21:14 |
Elizabeth
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| Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
Smooth ride, mostly. Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
Car shakes when I touch my brakes over 60. All power windows stopped working and no label on fuse boxes. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Review:
I liked it up until 70,000 miles. |
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Submitted 2009-05-22 09:13:39 |
gary
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| Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
The 3.5 v6 has more than enough power and avg 32 mpg. Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
The noise level inside is so dang loud. seems to come from rear end like bad wheel bearings but they are supposedly ok. This is reason why I wish I never bought this car. I have never owned a car with such a loud road noise level inside. Friend has an 08 Cobalt with same noise problem. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Review:
I like the looks, mpg, and power of the 3.5 but due to noise problem, I would not buy another one. |
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Submitted 2009-03-17 14:16:28 |
Guest
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| Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
I like the spacious interior, remote starter(when it works), and the huge trunk (great for Hockey equipment) Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
I would improve mostly everything.. The interior is not great, my drivers seat has been replaced twice and still isn't right. The tires, steering, brakes, computer, radio, fuel system.. etc.... 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Review:
Lets see, I would rate this car a high rated POOR!! I loved my new 06 Malibu LT when I drove it off the lot. It looked sharp, crisp navy blue all the extras.. it was loaded. I hated it when in the first week it began to have clunks and computer issues. I have had it for 3 years and have had it fixed at least ten or more times. First it was error messages on the computer, then it was a broken drivers seat, then a clunk in steering (which cost over 400$ to fix), then the radio broke, then the fuel systen malfunctioned and the gas gage wouldn't work, then the struts needed to be replaced, then tires and brakes & rotors (way before their time).. Now at 60,000 miles it is starting all ove again. The computer is malfunctioning and telling us door ajar and low fuel(when clearly the doors are not and we have a full tank of gas). I have pumped at least 4 grand into this car in the past 2 years alone. I did not opt for the extended warranty, and this car has become a thorn in my side. Like most, when you drive it off the lot it depreciates and the dealers will take it back but with the depreciation.. I would not ever buy another Malibu, ever.. |
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Submitted 2008-04-16 05:45:11 |
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| Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
nice style Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
gas mileage 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Review:
good except for the intermediate shaft problem that chevy is doing nothing about |
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Submitted 2008-04-10 15:30:19 |
reslyn
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| Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
Have a MAXX Love the style, fuel mileage great in city and on road trips as long as tires inflated correctly. Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
WIsh interior was better quality to compete with imports 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Review:
After considerable research, Vlkswgn Wagon, Subaru, BMW, Audi, SAAB best bet for the money! |
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Submitted 2007-12-15 17:37:13 |
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| Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
It's comfortable to drive. I really like the color -- a soft green. |
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Submitted 2007-11-26 16:51:20 |
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| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Review:
love my ss |
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Submitted 2007-11-15 06:39:03 |
gdcar
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| Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
Gas Mileage - Roomy versus other cars Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
Body Style Exterior 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Review:
Like the car overall,there are a couple of things-had to replace the tires at 28000 separated,a rattle in the window area ,and a clunk noise in the steering . |
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Submitted 2007-11-09 15:21:03 |
jeszy3850
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| Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
great driving car, excellent gas mileage,, computer has shown 35+ miles per gallon on some road trips. Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
side air bags.. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Review:
will buy another in a few years. |
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Submitted 2007-10-22 17:51:46 |
GUEST | Performance: | | Exterior: | | Interior: | | Overall: | | | Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor |
| Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
gas mileage
great looking
roomy seating
good pricing Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
better interior
center console too far back
needs standard compass |
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Submitted 2007-09-30 08:41:23 |
Linda1inws
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| Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
It is a great car in almost every sense!!! Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
A better performing hand held remote device. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Review:
It is a great car. I think the outside design of my LTZ is especially good. Overall, it is an excellent car, and I owned 5 Toyotas before this. |
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Submitted 2007-09-11 08:39:39 |
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| Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
Body integrity & body harware |
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Submitted 2007-08-22 15:03:47 |
timagolfer
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| Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
good mileage, lots of room Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Malibu?
transmission issues - Chevy aware of issues but hasn't issued formal recall 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Review:
I've only owned it 58 days of which it has spent 9 days in the shop. Quirk Chevy - Westbrook, Maine offered to replace but not at purchased value. |
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