2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Review Summary

What reviewers liked most about the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid:

• Handsome styling inside and out, comfortable seats, good fit and finish, smooth ride, hushed cabin, high crash test scores.- Edmunds.com

What reviewers liked least about the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid:

• Electric motor provides negligible fuel economy and performance benefits, some low-grade cabin materials, no rear center armrest, lifeless steering.- Edmunds.com

2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Comparisons:

• Some of the Malibu hybrid's competition have more-sophisticated hybrid systems that can propel the car on electric power alone, but an upside of the GM system is that it doesn't cost as much money. - Car and Driver

Best one-liners about the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid:

• Functionally, the Malibu Hybrid drove, handled and stopped pretty much like a conventional Malibu, which is to say it proved solid, competent and comfortable in a family sedan sort of way.- Kelley Blue Book