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GeorgeSydney Surrounds, NSW
Stylish and Reliable Car
I have been driving Holden malibu since 2015, and find this is quite stylish and reliable car. I drive around 150 Kms every day, and the car handles well on the road, quite sturdy, smooth and never had a problem in the last 5 years. Very low maintenance required and have to only do the regular maintenance as per manufacturer requirements. Holden entertainment system is quite good, climate control works quite well. Good leather upholstry still looks good after 5 years, does not peel off or crack. Engine and transmission is quite good especially with Unleaded 98 petrol. Needs a little more power when using E10 though.
Purchased in December 2021 at Holden Dealers for $34,000.00.
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MALIBU/COMMODORE?
If I am not mistaken the Malibu is an Opel Insignia or Chevy Malibu. Its now the new Commodore. The reviews of that car are quite good. puzzling that a name change changes opinion. I bought a Malibu in 2105, delightful, still have it, probably for a long time. Wont be buying a Commodore.
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HaydenGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC
- 4 reviews
Love the car
Comfortable, stylish and economic. I've had this car for over a year now and I have had no issues. The car drives really well and all the features work as advertised. The boot also has a generous amount of space which is really handy. Only negative is limited leg room in back seats.
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Russell JSydney, NSW
- 2 reviews
Massively underated car
Huge boot, fuel economy of around 8L/100. Have found the seats to be very comfortabe, and i think it looks way better than a vanilla Camry. There are a few downsides, lack of rear legroom, no rear seat vents, and the engine could do with a bit more power. Still, 100% satisfied with the purchase, and it's a shame they were neither promoted when on sale, nor that they make them any more.
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shanksBoronia
- 5 reviews
- 1 like
A car full of electrical problems.
The electric engine management system continues to fail, I have had it back to Holden many times to reset the electronics. I am not happy and advise that no one buys this as a second hand car or you will face the same issues. It has been a total problem filled car.
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SF SolutionsMelton
- 4 reviews
- 1 like
Love this car
This is a beautiful medium size car. Very comfortable. Love the hidden storage behind the screen. Very cheap to run. The dash lights are an extra bit if glam which I love. Only thing lacking in my model is there is no navigation system. Quite expensive to get this added in. Current models have this included I believe. Large boot space. Can only fit 2 car seats in the back also. All in all, I love this car. Cant believe its not advertised more.
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Lesley SEncounter Bay
- 7 reviews
- 4 likes
Perfect car if no kids
Fantastic car it's comfortable and nice and quiet to drive but no leg room in the back for the kids! Luxurious leather seats, my favourite function in the car is the seat warmers. Dashboard lights up blue and looks nice at night and not to bright. Nice looking car on the road.
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SharonErskine
- 3 reviews
Awesone car
Handles beautifully. Reliable. Cheap to run. Roomy as well and love the technolgy It's only slightly smaller than a commodore but a lot more economical. I don't know why holden don't advertise it more. Its such great value for money. The price was great for whats included. Highly recommend this car
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JamieSydney
- 5 reviews
- 9 likes
Good but problem electronics
I've had the car for some 18 months now and done just over 150,000 km. I chose it over the Commodore, as I could get the CDX model for much less than a basic commodore. The car has been pretty good, with the exception of ongoing problems with the electronics. The car has a habit of coming up with a 'check steering column lock' error message when the car is turned off, which stops it from being able to be restarted. A mechanic from the RACV showed me how to 'reset' the car by disconnecting the negative terminal on the battery, but it's someth...Read more
ing I shouldn't have to do. Driving long distances can be a problem as well, as the seats are very uncomfortable, no matter how much you try to adjust them. The dual zone air-conditioning system seems to only have 2 settings - really hot, or really cold. The motor though, hasn't missed a beat and runs as well now, as it did when new. The stock tyres did over 135,000 km before needing to be replaced which I thought was pretty good.1 comment
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John RShoalhaven
- 5 reviews
- 4 likes
Best value new car I found
After driving many vehicles and types I came across the malibu by chance. I took it for a drive and was immediately impressed, the more I looked and compared it the better it became. Having owned one now for two month I am no less impressed. The ride and comfort are first rate and the included extras mean that there is no extra expenses.
Everything particularly the look
Nothing that I have found yet
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I have now owned the car for nearly 12 months and am just as happy if no more so and am getting less than 8 litres per 100 kms.
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HaggisPerth
- 2 reviews
- 1 like
Chevrolet Malibu
I am just back from a business trip to the US where I had a Chevy Malibu as a hire car. My first impressions were if the Holden model is as good as this it will be a winner! As an example the door closing was like a classic Mercedes, that solid dull thud a seal of an air lock.
My next thought was, what if they build it in Korea like they have their othe small to medium sized cars. Sadly they have, however, I haven't driven or sat in the Holden version.
As to the driveability, it was nice to drive but the performance was a little lacklustre u...Read more
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Questions & Answers
Paula Schettersasked
How do you lock the boot
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Rajeshasked
Does anyone know how to remove the front headrest from holden malibu?
1 answer
I looked into this myself when I bought seat covers for my Malibu, I found that you cannot remove the head rests as there is no button at the base of the head rest and jt says nothing in the owners manual.
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Jamie
After 2 and half years and 215,000 km, the motor is still running like a new one. The electronics continue to be a pain in the backside though and the seats remain uncomfortable. It'll be interestin... Read more
g to see what changes (if any) have been made for the 2017 models.