2004 Chevrolet Malibu Overview

Chevrolet Malibu

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(4.1) 17 reviews
MSRP: $959–$6,667
Body Style: Sedan
Combined MPG: 27-29
Engine: 145-hp, 2.2-liter I-4 (regular gas)
Drivetrain: Front-wheel Drive
Transmission: 4-speed automatic w/OD

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Our Take on the 2004 Chevrolet Malibu

Our Take

By Cars.com Editors

Chevrolet has redesigned its midsize, front-wheel-drive Malibu sedan for 2004 and moved it to GM’s Epsilon global platform, which promises a high degree of structural stiffness. According to Chevrolet, this helps the new sedan exhibit a European flair in ride and handling qualities. In addi... Read Full Report

What We Like

Fuel economy
Available adjustable pedals

What We Don't Like

Pending further review

Notable Features

FWD layout
Four-cylinder or V-6
Electric power steering
Fully independent suspension
Available remote starter

Reviews

Our Expert Reviews

By Bob Golfen

'04 Malibu is a major upgrade Finally, Chevrolet has a midsize sedan that can compete with the imports. The new Malibu is a major upgrade for the formerly mundane family car. For 2004, the revamped Chevy has sharper styling and a roomier interior, plus decent driving characteristics that can be compared with Toyota Camry and Honda Accord. Chevrolet tapped into its European divis... Read full review for the 2004 Chevrolet Malibu

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Consumer Reviews

4.1

Average based on 17 reviews

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Good American Car

by Good Midsize Sedan from Miami, fl on October 21, 2011

I own this vehicle for 4months now, it is a good american car. The outside is nothing really to write home about, neither is the inside. It has a very simplistic approach to it, very american. Interio... Read Full Review

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