Originally a rear-wheel drive intermediate, GM revived the Malibu nameplate as a front-wheel-drive car in 1997. Named after the coastal community of Malibu, California, the Malibu was marketed primarily in North America, with the eighth generation introduced globally.

If other vehicles enter your blind spots, you will get a visual alert. If you put your turn signal on when a vehicle is in your blind spot, your Chevy Malibu will send you an audible warning that it's not safe to change lanes.

Fairfax, Kansas Chevy Malibu Production The Malibu is assembled in Fairfax, Kansas in a plant that also assembles the Cadillac XT4 crossover. The XT4, a higher-priced luxury vehicle shaped like an SUV (a popular format, in case you haven't heard), likely generates more revenue for GM compared to the Malibu.

The system can be operated through a touchscreen, steering-wheel-mounted controls or voice activation. MyLink handles audio, vehicle information, apps such as Pandora and smartphone integration using Bluetooth. MyLink also includes OnStar functions and, on vehicles so equipped, navigation.

The 2024 Chevy Malibu LT has plenty of style, comfort, and luxury features. For example, it has LED daytime running lamps, an 8-way power driver seat, and even dual-zone automatic climate control.

In 1964, Chevrolet introduced the very first Malibu. Like its namesake city, it was fun, youthful and happening. Though the Chevy Malibu was a rear wheel drive vehicle, it offered 300 horsepower in a small block V8 and you wouldn't have expected it, but the Malibu premiered as a small family sedan.

If you're moving off from a stationary position, check your mirrors and check your blind spot by looking over your right shoulder. If you're still uncertain, wind down your window and double check. This is especially important when parallel parked on a road.

The system uses ultrasonic or radar sensors on the side and rear of the car. Like a bat in nature, ultrasonic sensors use soundwaves to detect objects in their surroundings. These sensors monitor nearby lanes and determine when other vehicles approach or enter your blind spot.

The 2024 Chevrolet Malibu midsize sedan combines solid ride quality, a spacious cabin, and a low starting price in a hotly contested segment. Prices start at $25,100. The last sedan in Chevy's portfolio, the Malibu still delivers reliable transportation in a handsome package.

The 2014 Chevrolet Malibu competes in a class overflowing with talent. Although it doesn't stand out as an all-star pick for a midsize family sedan, the Malibu's credentials are solid and it still deserves a spot on your test-drive list.

How Reliable Is the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu? J.D. Power and Associates gave the 2014 Malibu a reliability rating of 4.5 out of five, which is an excellent rating for any car (a score of three is considered average). That's also one of the best scores in the class; it's at least a full point better than many other cars.

Rankings & Research The 2024 Chevrolet Malibu's #7 ranking is based on its score within the Midsize Cars category.