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2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic

2009 Chevrolet Malibu

2009 Pontiac G6
  2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid 2009 Pontiac G6 w/1SB
MSRP
$20,320
$21,605
$19,275
Invoice $19,304 $20,416 $18,889
MPG
City/Highway		 18/28 22/34 17/33
Rating 6.6 8.6 6.8
Bottomline The 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic is a good car, offered at a slight discount, but the new, redesigned '08 Malibu is much better. The 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is a top contender in its class in almost every way. The 2009 Pontiac G6 models have appealing styling inside and out, but they fail to wow in most other respects.
Likes &
Dislikes

Likes:

  • Supple, well-controlled ride
  • Torquey and fuel-efficient engine
  • Spacious trunk

Dislikes:

  • Dated exterior styling
  • Interior materials feel dull next to the newest models
  • Seats aren't very supportive for long hauls
  • Uninspired steering

Likes:

  • Elegant interior styling and top-tier materials
  • Refined, responsive powertrains
  • Four-cylinder fuel economy
  • Feels different than rivals
  • Good roadholding

Dislikes:

  • Not very sporty
  • No screen-based nav system

Likes:

  • Clean, attractive exterior design
  • Clever retractable hardtop
  • Usable backseats, even in the convertible
  • Overall interior space of the sedan
  • Value Leader model is a bargain

Dislikes:

  • Coarse engines on all but GXP model
  • Interior materials look and feel cheap
  • Uninspiring handling
  • Iffy safety
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