By 
Bengt Halvorson, Editor
To put together this comprehensive review on the new 2008 Chevrolet Malibu, the car pros at TheCarConnection.com read a wide range of review information. TheCarConnection.com’s editors have also driven the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu and have added their own firsthand experience to ...
By Bengt Halvorson, Editor
2008 CHEVROLET MALIBU STYLING | [9 out of 10] Automobile: "good-looking new sedan" Car and Driver: "Sleek styling, attractive interiors" Los Angeles Times: "fine-drawn and harmonious design" Popular Mechanics: "more expressive styling" The Auto Channel: "sleek, sophisticated...looks like a more expensive car" Reviewers from around the Internet like the styling of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu, outside and in. The Los Angeles Times considers it a "major improvement over the previous-generation Malibu, which looked like it was styled on an Etch-a-Sketch by blindfolded barbers," adding that its "average" styling may in fact be a good thing. Edmunds agrees, noting that “the car is smoothly handsome and free of styling gimmicks, which bodes well for its long-term appeal. And it has none of the self-conscious oddness of recent Honda and Toyota designs.” "Unpretentious" ...
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The name Malibu brings back a lot of good memories, and some not so good. It was this car, in '76 two-door guise that I took my driving test with and continued to use, when mom let me have... Read full review
What Edmunds.com says No longer a bench warmer in the midsize family sedan game, the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu gains starting lineup status thanks to its generous measures of style, refinement... Read full review
Trusty and proven, but dull. That was my final verdict on the secondgeneration front wheel drive Malibu that I spent the better part of an afternoon driving around in, during the summer of... Read full review
"I have the LT2 with the V-6 option. I read all the reviews before buying one and I can say that all the reviews are right on the mark. The ride is smooth as silk. A elegantly designed... Read full review
This car is a joy to drive. Mine is 2LT and the list of options for this level is amazing. I compared the Camry, Accord, Altima, actually I looked at everything from small cars to luxury... Read full review
"Unbelievably, I won this car. I had no idea what to expect when I picked it up at the dealer. I was pleasantly surprised at the great value for the sticker price. I could do a commercial... Read full review
| Trim | MSRP / Invoice | Fuel Econ |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu: 4dr Sedan LS w/1LS | $19,900 / $18,805 | City: 22 Hwy: 30 |
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu: 4dr Sedan Hybrid | $23,895 / $22,580 | City: 24 Hwy: 32 |
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu: 4dr Sedan LT w/1LT | $21,185 / $20,019 | City: 22 Hwy: 30 |
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu: 4dr Sedan LT w/2LT | $23,040 / $21,772 | City: 22 Hwy: 30 |
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu: 4dr Sedan LTZ | $27,095 / $25,604 | City: 17 Hwy: 26 |
To put together this comprehensive review on the new 2008 Chevrolet Malibu, the car pros at TheCarConnection.com read a wide range of review information. ... Read full bottom line
2008 CHEVROLET MALIBU STYLING | [9 out of 10] Automobile: "good-looking new sedan" Car and Driver: "Sleek styling, attractive interiors" Los Angeles Times: ... Read full review
MSRP: $19,900 - $27,095
"I have the LT2 with the V-6 option. I read all the reviews before buying one and I can say that all the reviews are right on the mark. The ride is smooth as... Read more
This car is a joy to drive. Mine is 2LT and the list of options for this level is amazing. I compared the Camry, Accord, Altima, actually I looked at... Read more
"Unbelievably, I won this car. I had no idea what to expect when I picked it up at the dealer. I was pleasantly surprised at the great value for the sticker... Read more
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