Base Price: $20,550
Price as Tested: $26,915
Why We Drove It: The all new 2008 Chevy Malibu ranks highest among midsize cars in our Initial Qulaity Study, as well as achieving a top 3 finish as the third most improved midsize car in our Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study.
 
In surveys that J.D. Power and Associates has conducted with verified owners of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu, the people that actually own and drive one told us:


"I love the styling. It looks and feels like a foreign car."


"The interior design looks very high quality. It surprises my friends."


"The interior design and color coordination is very well done and pleasing to the eye."


"The interior is excellent [especially the] seat color and gauge design."


"The vehicle interior is excellent! It is very comfortable and roomy."


"The adjustable [pedals], steering wheel, and seat make [for] perfect comfort."


"The quality of the interior looks great [especially the] wood trim and leather/suede."


"The fit and finish are truly excellent! The performance, for a 4-cylinder, is excellent."


"The acceleration and handling is outstanding."


"For the price the [Malibu] is the best buy I found."


Top 3 Things Owners Like About the Chevrolet Malibu:
1. Appearance of exterior paint
2. Side profile appearance and styling
3. Appearance/Illumination of gauges/controls


Top 3 Owner-Reported Problems with the Chevrolet Malibu:
1. Cupholders difficult to use
2. Excessive wind noise
3. Brakes are noisy