2001 Chevrolet Malibu L review from North America
"Very average car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Engine light came on. Dealership told me it was my fault, and then they reset the on board computer.
Funny noise coming from front end. Does not sound like engine or transmission, but perhaps some part of the drive-train.
Tires on this car are sub-standard. I never had a flat in my life, with 400,000 kilometers driven, in the last 15,000 kilometers, I have had three flats.
Engine also makes a noise. Sounds like a piston slap to me.
General comments?
Overall, my 2002 Malibu hasn't given my too many problems. I am concerned about the noise from the front end, and it seems like the brakes need replacing after only 35,000 kilometers. I heard the General Motors says that these noise's are 'normal'. However, unlike most complainers here, I have not had any problems with the car consuming oil, as when I change my oil, 4 quarts usually drain from the car, indicating that this car burn no oil.
It is still probably the best V6 type of car that you can buy for under 25 grand, it's just that GM has to address a lot of quality issues.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.1 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 7 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 34500 kilometres |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Cavalier |
| Date of Entry | 1st November, 2002 |