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Sedans Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Camry vs. Honda Accord
644 messages, Last post on Dec 02, 2009 at 5:10 PM
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Being a frequent business traveler, I've had multiple opportunities to drive the new Malibu from rental fleets. All the Malibu's I've driven are the v6 LTZ trim. At first I was quite impressed on the overall car, being that it is made by GM. After driving a few, I started seeing the same old GM pattern, especially on rentals that had over 10k miles... Worn interior plastics, squeeks, rattles emerged on several of them. Overall, the Malibu did not hold up well and quickly lost its' luster in my eyes. I took delivery of a new 2008 Accord v6 EXL Sedan last week. Loaded with everything but Nav., it was actually a little cheaper than I could have bought a Malibu LTZ using my GM vendor pricing and incentives. Hands down, the Accord beats the Malibu at everything. Much better interior quality, ride, and power delivery.
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Replying to: csr67 (Aug 29, 2008 6:47 pm) IF GM downsizes to smaller line up, and ditch the duplicate named cars, than perhaps money could be used to create a better product. Creating a better 4cyl engine!! Using better parts within the car. With this said, the Malibu is nice, I really like it! The Accord Wins with its overall value and attention to detail. |
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Replying to: jerrywimer (Feb 11, 2008 7:03 am)
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Replying to: butch100 (Aug 30, 2008 8:30 am) Thanks. 
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I ended up with a 2008 Malibu 2LT with performance package that includes the 3.6L and 6-speed auto. I never had any intention of buying a Malibu but I was shocked after 2 tests as to how much I liked it. The interior is beautiful and unique features like XM Radio, OnStar and remote start made it stand out even more. I also couldn't believe how fast it was and how smooth the transmission shifts, smoother than any other car I drove. There are a lot of good midsize sedans out there but no one shopping should skip over the new Malibu. The other great thing at least around my area, there aren't many around yet so I actually get some stares. Nice!
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Replying to: bvdj84 (Sep 08, 2008 12:31 pm) Try them yourself back to back if you can. I don't think you will go wrong with either. |
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I am planning to purchase a new car and I am sort of confused either to choose camry or accord. Both have got the same features , price etc. I am looking at Accord EX Vs Camry SE. I have heard that seats in Accord are very uncomfortable, how far is it true? Is it very very uncomfortable. Also comapring the HP, its 155 for camry Vs 192 for Accord. I am planning to add in the package which includes moonroof etc in camry and inspite of that the price comes almost the same. Kindly help me in arriving at a decision.
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Replying to: ashwinkumar96 (Oct 14, 2008 7:11 am)  4300/1624400 ).
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Replying to: vanman1 (Sep 25, 2008 6:28 pm) The exterior is Europe style and really stand out from the crowds! The interior is very nice and luxury with the suede leather. I bought it from carmax for 19,6K + TTL. Can beat this price for such many nice features. BTW, I have been owner of Camries, Accords for 13 years. But I am sold to Chevrolet on this Bu!
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Replying to: bibo2 (Oct 14, 2008 6:00 pm)  The 2LT 4-cyl is an awesome choice, and what our first Malibu purchase is. Love the silence, the quality, the drivetrain silkiness and spunk, the seats with UltraLux, and of course the "wow" look outside and in. Terrific car, through and through, and one that you not only enjoy driving but also looking at daily.
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