2016 Chevrolet Malibu Premiere - Redline: Review

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  • Опубліковано 27 кві 2016
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    After years of living in the shadow of more desirable offerings from Japan, Chevrolet gives the 2016 Malibu a completely new premium look with impressive tech features to match. Are the changes enough to make you choose it over the top selling Camry and Accord?
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  • @JetTDi
    @JetTDi 8 років тому +175

    Good ol Malibu. My 17 year old Malibu has 245,000 miles and still running strong!

    • @R1val909
      @R1val909 5 років тому +11

      Chevymalibuls I also own an 06 never ever had an issue. Only needed to replace my starter a month ago. That’s it

    • @PrivateSmiles
      @PrivateSmiles 5 років тому +9

      I had a 2010 LT that ran so perfect for seven years. Put it in storage and it got flooded. I could've cried. Had to let it go.

    • @SquidCena
      @SquidCena 4 роки тому

      It does??

    • @chisomagbara6780
      @chisomagbara6780 4 роки тому +4

      I had an 04 Chevy Malibu classic with 248,400+ miles on it. Ran strong for 3 years and is still running well. I just bought a 2014 Chevy Equinox. We use the Malibu as a backup now. Needless to say, when taken care of, that car can and will run strong. I like Chevy which is why I got another one 👌🏾

  • @gene978
    @gene978 8 років тому +475

    I am tired of reviewers trying to make all cars drive like Sports Cars. This is a family sedan or retired persons vehicle they aren't looking to carve canyons with them. Is it quiet? Check! Does it have good visibility? Check! Does it get good MPG? Check! Does it give a great ride? Check! is it safe? Check! Does it have great Tech? Check! Does it have enough room? Check! Is it powerful enough? Check! Does the company back it up? Check!

    • @billd5211
      @billd5211 8 років тому +100

      Agree with you! I really don't give a shit about a "hard touch upper dash" I care about features and tech! Not upper dashes

    • @mercedes-benzcla250sport8
      @mercedes-benzcla250sport8 7 років тому +7

      Agreed

    • @12poprocks
      @12poprocks 6 років тому +3

      gene978 yeah I think they forget sometimes

    • @vexxevxevvex2622
      @vexxevxevvex2622 6 років тому +6

      I agree with much of what you said except for "Is it safe?" Everyone I know who owns a Malibu says they've had tons of problems (mostly electrical) with them.

    • @azaz911c
      @azaz911c 6 років тому

      The Malibu has poor rearward visibility (as does the Impala). It is unfortunate, because I would absolutely consider this car "but for" this deficiency.

  • @Stunnedstudios
    @Stunnedstudios 8 років тому +156

    Hows the sound system? Can it get really loud with good bass? No one ever comments about the sound system when doing car reviews and that's a huge thing for music buffs like me.

    • @Hammy8385
      @Hammy8385 8 років тому +25

      I recently leased a 2016 Malibu LT. The sound system is decent. The bass sounds pretty solid. I listen to a pretty wide variety of music too and I can't complain about it. It's not great. But it's not bad either.

    • @Stunnedstudios
      @Stunnedstudios 8 років тому +3

      Ok thanks for info!

    • @user-pv4qq6ud9j
      @user-pv4qq6ud9j 8 років тому +8

      Test drove an LT model last month, I'd say the bass is 7.5/10

    • @la196
      @la196 8 років тому +9

      I leased a 2016 Malibu with the LT trim from Enterprise 2 months ago and went on a 1000 mile road trip. The problem is you can't compare the audio in the LT to the Premier because the Premier comes with a 9 speaker Bose audio system. So can anyone chime in on what they think of that Bose system in this trim? I plan to go find
      this trim this weekend to test drive it. I'm in a quandary between this Premier and the highest trim 2016 Buick Regal.

    • @nocarebear8301
      @nocarebear8301 8 років тому +6

      I demo'd a LTZ 2.0T and was pretty impressed for a stock stereo. I was really impressed with the power of the 2.0T. I also demo'd a Dodge Durango Citadel with the 5.7 hemi. I was kind of expecting the Durango to be a little more powerful but it was a slug. Interior was super nice and the stereo rocked in the Durango. We lined up the two and the Malibu walked off from the Durango.

  • @robertjakicic5878
    @robertjakicic5878 6 років тому +19

    I just pick up a fully loaded 2017 9 speed automatic Malibu premier. The car is absolutely perfect no squeaks no rattles as some are saying. Fit and finish is perfect. And not that long ago Toyota and Honda has had the most recalls of any car manufacture and also Toyota Camry around five years ago did not pass the crash safety test. The reason I will not buy a Mazda 6 , why spent all that money for an under power motor. I have great fuel economy, also the curb weight is 3.380 pounds. 0 to 60 in 5.7 seconds in the quarter mile goes by at 14.3 at almost 100 mph top speed is drag limited at 156 mph. Sticker price 36,600 after rebates and employee pricing for everyone my Final price came to 29,875. With a Payment of $389 A month. So yes, you foreign car lovers can put the Chevy Malibu down, but the 2.0 T 9 speed is is awesome to drive and your biased towards the car you’re missing out.

    • @violingineertube
      @violingineertube 5 років тому

      29875 for a premier? You can get them for as low as 23500 USD. A Steal for a 0-60 5.7 sec car.

    • @unrealisticgoals
      @unrealisticgoals 5 років тому

      @@violingineertube you mean, 18k in FL? LOL literally like new

    • @danielcoroado3063
      @danielcoroado3063 3 роки тому +1

      I have a 2019 Premier and I gave my son my 2016 Premier and I have to agree with you on all points 👏. For the money and performance you can't beat the Malibu Premier loaded for $30,000 its a steal

  • @Robert.Riddle
    @Robert.Riddle 8 років тому +39

    That Premiere interior is very nice, I've seen and touched it in person. But that grey interior makes it look ugly.

  • @DJR5280
    @DJR5280 7 років тому +82

    The rental car comments are confusing particularly because the rental car company I use has Camry and Altima more than any other mid size. Sometimes a Fusion.

    • @5dwolf22
      @5dwolf22 7 років тому +11

      i dont understand either, because my cousin works for rental compony, and they have every luxury and sport car that exists, some for example are, mustang gt, camaro rs, those huge $100k infinity, and more

    • @umerhakim
      @umerhakim 7 років тому +8

      lol never listen to people , they don't what they are talking about. Imports are flooded in the rental market as much as domestics. The rental company i work for has tons of Bmw's, Audis, Toyotas etc. But some cars do have more of a presence than others. But from what i know, most major rental companys are flooded with toyotas. Majority of brand new corollas and camrys are rentals lol.

    • @crowbird213
      @crowbird213 5 років тому +2

      True. I work next to an airport rental car lot. I see mostly the cars that reviewers love. Mazda, Toyota mostly.

    • @abstractworld2929
      @abstractworld2929 3 роки тому +1

      at hertz those are considered economy sizes, not midsize

    • @DJR5280
      @DJR5280 3 роки тому

      @@abstractworld2929 They're all considered Mid Size cars. I don't believe there's an " economy class " in the car World. Just rental car companies.

  • @2fast4all
    @2fast4all 8 років тому +57

    I bought this car back in January but in 1LT fashion. I must say it's one of the best cars I've driven.

    • @whatsup783
      @whatsup783 3 роки тому +3

      Is it doing well till this day ? I heard they’re unreliable and break down easy how is it doing so far any problems you had to fix ? I really want one n I want to know what will come my way if I buy one 😁 pls reply

    • @2fast4all
      @2fast4all 3 роки тому +5

      @@whatsup783 Its been 4 years now and I didn't realized I sounded I had high hopes for this car. Currently at 87,888 miles (at the time of this reply). This is what I've dealt with so far.
      2017: 18K~ miles The stop/start module had to be replaced and GM issues a recall to reflash the PCM to back the turbo timing as the car was running lean. This was the beginning of the pre-mature cracked pistons/LSPI.
      2018: 46K~ miles Oil Solenoid failed and changed under warranty. December of the same year car was starting to make a ticking noise.
      2019: Long story short of the ticking issue. Car was loosing compression and running poor. Dealer tore down the block and heads are warped, pistons melted and caked with carbon. They determined new motor under powertrain warranty at 59K~. Keep in mind standard GM powertrain is 5 years/60K. Had I waited longer I wouldn't be so lucky. October of same year headliner was leaking without my knowledge until I got a letter from GM. Entire liner was replaced under special coverage at 65K~ miles.
      2020:
      1. Alternator dying at 79K~
      2. Driver side CV axle making clicking noise/loosing fluid early COVID so about March/April. Replaced at 81K~along with 2 new rear shocks that actually started to go back at 60K~ (a month after getting a new motor back in 2019)
      Didn't really mention but oil changes, transmission fluid change, 3 sets of tires, 3 batteries.
      Current issues/might break in the near future:
      1. 75F and up the rear suspension makes a creaking noise while backing up, pulling out of drive ways, pulling up, small hills. Can’t determine if its spindles, sway bar bushings/hardware, or etc. Shocks were part of the problem and replaced 9/2020. But current cold weather or night time driving, 0 noise. Handling is perfectly fine.
      2. Car kind of lunges after releasing brake pedal to start up again from (stop-start feature) stand still (intersection, stop sign, drive thru, etc.). It does that too on cold start up but perfectly fine throughout the day. Can’t determine engine mounts or transmission mounts or etc.
      3. Transmission overrevs slightly between 2nd-3rd gear for some time now. Upshift/downshifts fine. Fluid changed 9/2020. Just can’t tell if it will grenade itself.
      4. Due to being paranoid I feel I’m hearing the ticking sound (before it blew up/low compression). I kind of just stand and listen. Check gauges and everything seems to be fine. I know it’s running fine but it’s on the back of my head “Will you blow up today?”
      5. A/C probably needs a recharge in the spring/summer. Takes a bit longer to get cold.
      6. A/C fan blower fan is starting to make this squeaking noise when it’s on low/medium settings. Goes away when the fan is off. Will look in to when it gets worse.
      Current cosmetic issues or quirks that I just live with/don’t care to fix.
      1. Driver side auto down feature acts finicky at times. Auto up the window and ¾ it will auto down itself. Do that 2 times and I just manually hold it up. Its fine but door switch or motor might give out someday day.
      3. Center console (cup holder area), right door panel, under steering column rattles under WOT.
      4. Once in a blue moon the MyLink system will lockup and freeze itself. Have to park/lock/walk away for a bit. Start up again and its fine. Same think with A/C. It will blow room temp air.
      5. Dent on hood from baseball. 100% my fault and don’t care to fix. Been 3+ years now.
      6. Tiny door dings and unknown scratches that appear the morning after. Probably from shopping center parking lots and etc. Don’t care to fix.
      7. Don’t know if the chevy dealer messed up my roof or somewhere (genuinely don’t know what happened) but entire roof is all scratched up like no tomorrow. Needs deep polish/wax/clay/wet stand probably. At this point don’t really care nor want to blow money to fix.
      The car has not been lemon law yet because every single recall/warranty work/repair has been legit been fixed right the first time by the dealers. In which I don’t mind but it seems like GM builds around planned obsolescence like they don’t want you to make the product last 100K miles. Unfortunately that seems to be the truth in this day and age. I've spent about $5,4xx+ (so far) just on unexpected repairs and maintenance in 4 years. Overall when its not broken or at the mechanic it drives decently but when it breaks it becomes very frustrating.

    • @whatsup783
      @whatsup783 3 роки тому +2

      @@2fast4all thank you so much for every single important detail yea i was hearing about those problems and I don’t have time to keep repairing it thank you for taking time out of your day to give me a specific 4 year review I think I’ll get a Honda or Toyota i heard they’re really reliable. Once again thank you!!☺️

    • @ESBEAUTII
      @ESBEAUTII 3 роки тому +3

      @@2fast4all Omggggg thanks for saving me some money although this car is beautiful I’m starting clear of it

    • @soleil_devnani
      @soleil_devnani 3 роки тому +3

      @@2fast4all Thanks a lot for letting us know . I love this car however, I heard this car is a pain in the ass! After reading your comment I'm thinking to go for other brands.

  • @eyeswideopen23
    @eyeswideopen23 7 років тому +38

    Watch many of his reviews I find that kia Mazda Hyundai is what he likes the most but Americans cars he always call rental cars just my opinion.

    • @dclay8412
      @dclay8412 7 років тому +11

      eyeswideopen23 actually I think he tends to really favor Hondas especially Acuras

    • @eattolive1944
      @eattolive1944 7 років тому +7

      Oh, he does love Acura!

    • @jx906
      @jx906 5 років тому +2

      Fuque this dude

    • @gaithealwahab5202
      @gaithealwahab5202 4 роки тому

      Same with daouge

    • @danielcoroado3063
      @danielcoroado3063 3 роки тому +2

      He hates American cars but watch the video when he drives the 2020 Corvette he shits his pants with the 0-60 and power it has and says over and over and over he loves 💘 the American Corvette and is going to buy one right away

  • @angelite143
    @angelite143 8 років тому +82

    2:52 "Do not enter" lol
    Anyway good review Sofyan! Looking forward to see you reviewing sub-compact cars though.

    • @tikiman48
      @tikiman48 8 років тому

      Lmao

    • @lukehoisington4236
      @lukehoisington4236 8 років тому +1

      +tikiman48 lmao he loves rental cars

    • @theredline
      @theredline  8 років тому +17

      +Matthew Palanca Don't look at us! That footage is from GM ;). We have some compact/sub-compact car reviews coming up next!

    • @EluciaDeLuteIma
      @EluciaDeLuteIma 8 років тому

      +Matthew Palanca ayyyyyyyy

    • @rashaudl.1605
      @rashaudl.1605 8 років тому

      +Luke Hoisington Lmao you must love trolling.

  • @freddywayne
    @freddywayne 7 років тому +47

    This new Malibu looks way better than the Japanese mid-sized cars from Toyota, Honda, Nissan & Mazda! Your bias is disgusting.

    • @Fadic4
      @Fadic4 7 років тому +3

      freddywayne the front is too busy compared to the simple rear.. And the side is the only good side of the car if you look at it as a whole package. Also, both the Accord and Camry have been out sicnce 2012 with only refreshes being done, the next Accord is on a whole new platform.

    • @violinfreaky43
      @violinfreaky43 5 років тому

      He's biased at times, but he's not biased in this case since preference in looks is subjective. To me the Impala is the only Sedan from Chevy/Ford that looks good.

    • @Javierinfante424
      @Javierinfante424 5 років тому +1

      Looks are always subjective...

    • @jx906
      @jx906 5 років тому +1

      Fadic4 It's not busy... the front end has styling cues from the Camaro

    • @Stagmuffins
      @Stagmuffins 5 років тому

      The Malibu is ugliest mid-size on the road. Somehow even the Legacy looks better.

  • @eckhardt76
    @eckhardt76 7 років тому +9

    I used to sell cars before and one of the dealerships I worked for was a Chevy dealership and I have to say this new Malibu is a huge improvement over the last generation.. Nicer design and a lot more legroom in the back.. The old one had the same amount of back space of my Civic, it was really cramped.. The rear end of this Malibu reminds me of a Audi A7. Obviously this car is no Audi but this something I might consider when I am in the market for a new car again.

  • @marcolanderos8873
    @marcolanderos8873 6 років тому +41

    2:50 idk if he went into a wrong way road?!?!

  • @socalguy97
    @socalguy97 8 років тому +50

    Condescending and contradictory (like almost all of his reviews that aren't of Acura or Honda).

    • @socalguy97
      @socalguy97 8 років тому +10

      +Damein Jomtup Jaywalter Yea but take a look at what other worthless trash there is. I mean I'm not a Chevy guy. I would never drive a car that anyone could own and no one discerning would choose, but you have Toyota, Honda, Dodge, Hyundai, Kia, etc etc etc...all cars driven by people who don't care about what they drive and are on a budget, and in five years, all end up worth nothing and sitting next to a trailer. That's does not, however, mean the reviewer has to be so obviously biased. It screams "subjective" rather than "objective." Not cool, even if the car isn't cool, and I actually think this one is pretty nice.

    • @ghanamafia7199
      @ghanamafia7199 8 років тому +3

      +JC6817 .
      TRUE....most people just need a bitch to get from point A to point B.

    • @socalguy97
      @socalguy97 8 років тому +11

      +Ghana Mafia Indeed. Wouldn't matter how nice this car was. If it's not an Acura or a Honda, then this biased, pseudo automotive journalist gives thumbs down. You can count on that as sure as the sun rises and sets.

    • @ghanamafia7199
      @ghanamafia7199 8 років тому +4

      +JC6817..,TRUTH....Expensive Cars are foolish expense. I own 2 businesses and a full time Job. I can afford to buy a rolls royce if I really wanted to. But it just seems too stupid. I work too hard for my money. No dealership will get more than 30k from me. 30k is the max. I laugh at idiots driving 60k plus cars. A smart person can turn 60k into 600k. That would be a smarter choice.

    • @la196
      @la196 8 років тому +1

      That's exactly why my current Avalon is 16 years old and I just made my last mortgage payment 4 months ago! :))

  • @MrBrennanmack
    @MrBrennanmack 8 років тому +11

    All trims come standard with a push button start system now.

  • @pedrofernandez3893
    @pedrofernandez3893 8 років тому +7

    Under Barra's leadership, all redesigned models have improved enough to give competitors a run for your money

  • @Nestle245
    @Nestle245 8 років тому +5

    This car is ranked #1 in entry level mid sized sedans on Us Car News so it has to be doing something right.

    • @lacross81
      @lacross81 8 років тому +2

      yea, i think the car is good too. Even though it might not be fun, but its expected in this class. Huge improvement over the old model.

  • @tamilarankin7215
    @tamilarankin7215 7 років тому +8

    I just traded my 2013 for a 2016 Chevy Malibu LS, and I love it! I also enjoy the auto stop function, which helps me to save on gas! It is way more roomier than my old Malibu and I love the fact that I can sync my phone to listen to my music or Pandora without having to use an auxiliary cable as i did in my old Malibu!

    • @jerionchism5809
      @jerionchism5809 5 років тому

      I have a 13 also thinking about trading mine

    • @SquidCena
      @SquidCena 4 роки тому

      Did you like your old Malibu?

    • @DillonMurway
      @DillonMurway 2 роки тому

      I believe you can sync your phone with your Malibu with certain trims before 2016

  • @christuran
    @christuran 5 років тому +1

    love all your reviews, way more so than all the others on youtube doing the same thing. i lol everytime you do the exhaust pipe shot with engine revving.

  • @sjsingleton68
    @sjsingleton68 5 років тому +1

    Thank you for these reviews, I need them so I don't test every car or lose out on what I should have looked at

  • @planedudea380
    @planedudea380 8 років тому +7

    A great refresh, I think it looks best in the Premier trim with those wheels

  • @nahin041402
    @nahin041402 7 років тому +1

    This is really a nice car.I drove this few months ago from Minnesota to South Dakota and loved the journey

  • @jael2236
    @jael2236 5 років тому

    hi sofy are new chevy car models reliable easy and cheap to maintain?

  • @aknsd2009
    @aknsd2009 8 років тому +4

    Buddy, you should do your research before you make statements. My uncle owned a 1965 malibu. The name was first used in 1964. He had that 1965 Malibu until his death in 2003.

  • @floridamaddogg
    @floridamaddogg 5 років тому +3

    You have everyone else's 2.0T engine, then you have Honda's new 2.0T engine in the 2018 Accord that not only smokes the other mainstream manufacturers 2.0Ts, but all the V6 competitors too. 💪

  • @fantomtuba
    @fantomtuba 8 років тому +1

    Any particular reason the driver in the video is going in the do not enter?

  • @jonhhyu7858
    @jonhhyu7858 8 років тому

    I would like to have info abt gas spending btween Malibu 2016 vs Toyota Camry 2016

  • @JaxNoodle
    @JaxNoodle 8 років тому

    Awesome to see a car review in my hood of Arling-TRON. A recent Malibu hybrid test drive brought me here. Your reviews have been used to spec next car for grow'g family. Our Chicco NextFit zip fit + Peg Perego Primo Viaggio 4-35 in rear facing position fit superbly in Malibu w/ room to spare for driver and passenger. We are transitioning from 2003 Acura 3.2TL V6 which was built in Ohio, many are, + was forced to cough up $ for rebuilt tranny (2010) + faulty Tekada airbag that Chevy does not use. We did spec Mazda 6 w/ nice drive, Tekada airbag, elegant interior, no CVT, so-so tires, less roomy & a bit delicate for kids. They did boast Japanese parts, which is not norm w/ some manufactures using engine parts from China (Toyota). There's a trade off here since I preferred the adaptive LED lights and more reliability. It's a tough choice, but leaning toward wanting more MPG, less maintenance w/ hybrid. This hybrid drove better than CVT Prius and Rav4 hybrids + seems next best to Volt.

  • @wonkawollgirl
    @wonkawollgirl 5 років тому +1

    I’m driving a Chevy Malibu rental and I can say it drives better than all of the rental cars I’ve had in the past. Really easy to steel, really light weighted, and good on gas. I recommend this car. Drives real smooth and has amazing performance

  • @curtiskingii4561
    @curtiskingii4561 8 років тому

    Thoroughly enjoyed this. You know what you are talking about. Super informative.

  • @BTC909
    @BTC909 8 років тому +21

    The "sea of gray" reminds me of your typical Honda.

  • @tobagoak3014
    @tobagoak3014 5 років тому

    Does the Premier have adaptive cruise control?

  • @frostgaming8789
    @frostgaming8789 7 років тому +2

    love the Chevy Malibu. I'm getting this surely for college omg heated and cooled seats i need that. omg loving this car

  • @nicholasbabeaux2052
    @nicholasbabeaux2052 4 роки тому

    Hey Sofyan, my boyfriend and I love your videos, I'm watching this one on the Impala because I have one as a rental right now, it's so hilarious how you always program BPM into whatever car you're driving LOL I do the same

  • @babylongate
    @babylongate 8 років тому

    Does it have a " on highway pdf viewer" program?

  • @RightOnRay
    @RightOnRay 6 років тому +2

    Sofyan: Just wanted to say thanks for your great, consistent, comparable reviews! Amongst other print- and multi-media sources of information, I relied heavily on your excellent reviews to down-select and eventually purchase my fantastic, loaded 2017 Malibu LT! Your reviews helped me zero in on the Malibu as my ideal daily commuter car as the best combination of comfort (and, with the leather interior, I'd even say, luxury), efficiency, technology, price/value, and great style! Thanks!

  • @RidingWithJahv
    @RidingWithJahv 8 років тому

    Those B role shot were in NJ, been those areas many times. Great review as always. Review an avalon!

  • @hipposnakeyo
    @hipposnakeyo 8 років тому +1

    When was the last time you reviewed a car without a 'solid thunk' lol Good review none the less.

  • @cadillac718bx36
    @cadillac718bx36 8 років тому +7

    This car is lighter, more efficient, more roomy, more safety and lots of new tech and they did a good job making the exterior attractive as they could. Sales are already up and competitive. I am def going to look into the car this summer.

  • @fallenentity2
    @fallenentity2 8 років тому +1

    I don't understand the problem with hard touch plastic, especially when they are places that you won't be touching.

  • @simplynano18
    @simplynano18 8 років тому

    I love your sassy comments haha great review!

  • @kevinsmith6516
    @kevinsmith6516 8 років тому

    I love the fact that every time I watch your videos, I try to figure out where you are in either MD or VA and I see your in Arlington in this one.. or went through there..

  • @johnharris4599
    @johnharris4599 7 років тому

    One thing, does it come with rain sensing wipers and back shade /option anyone!

  • @damienredd9068
    @damienredd9068 Рік тому +1

    Favorite one of the week of Chevy Malibu is so much more fun and enjoyable to have been seeing the new models and great for all the work on the way back in the day

  • @kaitlinm2039
    @kaitlinm2039 7 років тому +7

    I really want this car when I get my license. I drove it with my driving instructor and the performance was great. Do you recommend it for new drivers?

    • @PROTAGONIST_48
      @PROTAGONIST_48 5 років тому

      I recommend it for new drivers...

    • @DillonMurway
      @DillonMurway 2 роки тому

      Excellent car, parts are pretty cheap

  • @evanganske9240
    @evanganske9240 8 років тому +6

    Great review, Sofyan! Obviously these commenters think they're professionals who get to judge a car without even seeing it in person first. I have had a lot of experience with these new Malibu's (saw it at the car show and have went to dealers around to test drive). I think it has a serious road presence. No angle of the car is unattractive to me. In fact, the side and rear quarter view (especially in the sun) really bring out the sculpted lines and make it look very sleek (something a Camry, Accord, Sonata, Optima, Altima, Legacy, or Passat can even come close to compete with). The Malibu, 6, Fusion, and Maxima are all the best looking in the class. As for the Malibu's interior, I really think it's a nice place to spend some time in. Don't complain about the hard touch plastics because even the Accord's and Camry's that everyone has come to know have the cheap stuff (the Camry especially). I've already seen some buyers and reviewers with the 2.0T engine achieving as much as 35mpg on the highway, so you must have really been punching it or it just wasn't broken in yet.

    • @HorrisPMcTitties
      @HorrisPMcTitties 8 років тому +1

      I disagree. Not a single inch of this car is attractive. Hideous all around, inside and out. They're disgusting. Accord looks the best in the class to me. Plus it's a GM. American cars are a joke. The Malibu has odd lines that don't make sense and the front looks like absolute shit. Rear is ugly too. It's just not an attractive car. Never has been.

    • @evanganske9240
      @evanganske9240 8 років тому +3

      Caleb Chapman Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and these new Malibu's have a 53% increase in year to date sales, so most would agree that this is a good looking car. Personally, I think the refreshed Accord looks like a pig with chrome lipstick. The previous generation looked much sleeker (almost BMW-like). This new Malibu has a very A7-like profile, and I love it.

    • @ravenmadx
      @ravenmadx 8 років тому

      +Evan Ganske 53% increase from a dismal prior generation's sales is not a great statistic to pull from...

    • @evanganske9240
      @evanganske9240 8 років тому

      ravenmadx Chevrolet is on track to selling over 250,000 of these new Malibu's per year. Compare that to the average per year sales of the previous generation of around 195,000. Buyers are taking notice. Also, this new generation is more profitable for GM.

    • @ravenmadx
      @ravenmadx 8 років тому

      +Evan Ganske nope Chevy has not sold over 200k since 2012. Most of the Malibu's that are sold are fleet vehicles which count for the 122% increase said Malibu sales... wow...boo... hiss...

  • @focusedfreebird
    @focusedfreebird 7 років тому +2

    the seats look nice! comfy! many car seats these days just suck

  • @justmy2cents_
    @justmy2cents_ 6 років тому +1

    This car is perfect for its class & pricing! Design looks fresh & handsome,great tech not top notch but at least it's offered. I still like the styling of the last gen personally especial the squared off "led"/ Camaro styled tail lights at night. Like no other on the road!

  • @scottyrob82
    @scottyrob82 8 років тому +17

    The Accord and Sonata look more exciting? What a joke. The Accord is the same playing it safe plain for the masses design and the Sonata looks like a poor mashup of different generations of different cars thrown together. The Mazda 6 is nice though.

    • @bvedant
      @bvedant 5 років тому

      The latest Sonata is pretty legit.

    • @davis6123
      @davis6123 5 років тому

      Are you surprised he said that? This guy is such a hardcore GM hater it's not even funny.

  • @thweepz
    @thweepz 8 років тому +2

    oh god the parent mode. thank god im no longer a teen driver. my mother and i would be notified about our own driving lol.

  • @Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219
    @Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219 Рік тому +1

    Seven years ago today! Thinking of 1st car.

  • @keithturner8693
    @keithturner8693 5 років тому +1

    I was approved from carmax for a 2012 buick lacrosse. But he told me if i wanted a cheaper down payment the 2016 Malibu was the car to get i might go on ahead and get this car i like it a lot!.

  • @CubanBeastt
    @CubanBeastt 8 років тому

    can you review a hyndai veloster with the regular engine?

  • @MarkSeibold
    @MarkSeibold Рік тому

    ​@Jamal H , very good points you make here.
    Since these comments were coming in about seven years ago everything has changed, except for the same old people making ridiculous comments about how some cars sell more than another, which means nothing about the true performance or value; it just means that people are duped to buy whatever is popularly advertised.
    Last year in the Autumn of 2022, while my 2001 Mercedes E320 wagon was being worked on, I rented a 2022 Malibu 2.0 Premier.
    It's amazing for a four-cylinder turbo and a 9-speed automatic transmission.
    In fact it's a copy of what Mercedes has been offering for their newer E350 sport wagons.
    This 2022 Malibu with a four-cylinder turbo and 9-speed automatic transmission is absolutely phenomenal.
    I took it over the Coast Range Mountains from Portland to the Oregon Coast beaches, I learned while reading a review and driving it, that it does zero to 100 in 7 seconds flat.
    My Mercedes E320 does only 0 to 60 in 7 seconds flat.
    For those people that are saying they still prefer Toyota Camry's or Honda Accords, they need to get up to speed and look at the newer model Chevy Malibu's now since 2022.
    I hear recent news that they're discontinuing this phenomenal performance model, as to soon returning with a newer non-turbo version but a larger V6 engine mated it to this nine-speed automatic, but I haven't seen the performance specs on this new model for 2024 yet.

  • @palebeachbum
    @palebeachbum 7 років тому +3

    This is a damn nice looking car inside and out. I think I actually like the look better than the Fusion now. I see so many Fusions on the road and the styling has changed so little over the years that it's getting stale to me.

  • @alternet8
    @alternet8 8 років тому +9

    I'm not catching that L
    Only my real ones will understand what that means

  • @tejaskary
    @tejaskary 8 років тому

    Any plans for reviewing the 2016 Accord with CVT?

  • @pete2152
    @pete2152 8 років тому +6

    Where's the 2016 Honda Accord Review?

  • @Djonemore
    @Djonemore 8 років тому +2

    relatively right?

  • @mikeboguslawski6554
    @mikeboguslawski6554 7 років тому

    how was the bose system?

  • @lonlonha
    @lonlonha 8 років тому +2

    Can you please do an review on the 2016 Lexus LX 570

  • @paulwklui
    @paulwklui 8 років тому

    Did the new Malibu turbo engine has a EGR cooler much like the new Mazda CX9 ? You know how important it is to have an EGR cooler to cool down the fuel mixtures..

  • @JuanGonzalez-gq4cn
    @JuanGonzalez-gq4cn 8 років тому

    Awesome review!

  • @consoledotdog
    @consoledotdog 8 років тому

    can anyone tell me the name of song/music at 0:26

  • @Skyhawk1987Turbo
    @Skyhawk1987Turbo 8 років тому +2

    Funny my 2011 fusion sport does not have hard touch plastics on the upper doors

  • @danielortega1969
    @danielortega1969 7 років тому +1

    Please do new v6 Chevy impala, can't decide if I want ACCORD v6 touring or v6 imapala ??

    • @Jdp313
      @Jdp313 3 роки тому

      Just. Curious what did you end up getting ?

    • @danielortega1969
      @danielortega1969 3 роки тому +1

      @@Jdp313 '17 v6 Accord

    • @Jdp313
      @Jdp313 3 роки тому

      @@danielortega1969 I have 06 Acura TL if I don’t get a truck prob gonna get one accord or a impala. We have this work impala great ride very smooth but has already had some issues at 65k

  • @FirstLast-kb7kn
    @FirstLast-kb7kn 8 років тому

    The last generation Malibu was offered with fog lamps. Can you get the this generation with fog lamps?

  • @Norasbestyoutubechannel781
    @Norasbestyoutubechannel781 Рік тому +1

    How did you manage to get a premier without a sunroof

  • @thelifeofmaribel77
    @thelifeofmaribel77 7 років тому +2

    this is the best review ive seen so far. thank you

  • @TheRookie-ld3cb
    @TheRookie-ld3cb 7 років тому +1

    @redline Reviews may you please do a review on the new Impala LTZ please and Thank You

  • @the8jrfan
    @the8jrfan 8 років тому +61

    Still looks better than the new Civic.

    • @forrestmiddlebrook3163
      @forrestmiddlebrook3163 8 років тому +5

      It doesn't look better than the Accord. However, the Civic does look better than the Cruze!

    • @ravenjames3873
      @ravenjames3873 6 років тому +1

      this doesn't compete with the Civic, the Civic is compact car. the Malibu is a midsize sedan that competes with the Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, and Mazda 6. that being said looks are subjective when it comes to cars, and most modern cars except for Mazda look hideous especially alot of the front ends on cars. that's why people are switching to crossover SUV's and trucks, because there not trying to be something there not. alot of modern sedans look sporty, but don't really drive that way.

    • @ravenjames3873
      @ravenjames3873 6 років тому +3

      ah the Civic doesn't look better than the Cruze Forrest, or should i call you Forrest Gump lol. the new Cruze will age much better than the Civic, with that shitty ass grill. i like new Cruze more than the Malibu, because the new Malibu won't age very well. it's trying to hard to look like the Impala, and it just doesn't work for me. ill take the Accord over the Malibu, but i won't take the Civic over the Cruze it's just not happening.

    • @AmeerHamza-nv2ei
      @AmeerHamza-nv2ei 6 років тому

      the8jrfan yeh

  • @dwcaudill2971
    @dwcaudill2971 7 років тому

    Great review

  • @STEELERS.626
    @STEELERS.626 3 роки тому

    How do you not see the comparison to the A7?

  • @nocarebear8301
    @nocarebear8301 8 років тому

    FYI if you hold the traction control button down for 5 seconds or so it'll turn off all the driver assist and traction control and will kill the tires. One of the funnest cars for a sedan ive driven in a while. Defiantly will surprise you.

  • @alimuh007
    @alimuh007 8 років тому +6

    why is the camera focused on the host so much????

  • @ikephipps2696
    @ikephipps2696 8 років тому +64

    Waay better than the pos altima

    • @rashaudl.1605
      @rashaudl.1605 8 років тому +2

      +Lexusguy0525 Bish where?

    • @newballin
      @newballin 8 років тому +1

      +Rashaud L. Chevy emblem...

    • @rashaudl.1605
      @rashaudl.1605 8 років тому +1

      +newballin Lies.....

    • @FATASSSOVIET
      @FATASSSOVIET 8 років тому +1

      agreed

    • @Fadic4
      @Fadic4 7 років тому +4

      Ike Phipps Nissan is the worst japanese company

  • @Ricky-ms4fu
    @Ricky-ms4fu 8 років тому +5

    can't wait until you get the Chrysler pacifica van

  • @glendaly6367
    @glendaly6367 7 років тому +1

    What the hell is electric power steering as opposed to old school power steering? I keep hearing about it in different makes of autos.

  • @lja996
    @lja996 8 років тому

    What state was this recorded in? I know the plates say "New York" but I've noticed sometimes you guys don't record there.

    • @2004cyrus
      @2004cyrus 8 років тому

      Some of the signs on Hwy said Pentagon, probably Washington D.C.

    • @theredline
      @theredline  8 років тому +1

      +Hydro_ XPatriotX Our primary filming locations are in DC or just outside the city in MD or VA.

    • @lja996
      @lja996 8 років тому

      Joshua Rutter Didn't pay attention to the signs they would've gave me the clue if I did.

    • @lja996
      @lja996 8 років тому

      Redline Reviews ah, then what's up with the NY plates?

    • @Caliiente
      @Caliiente 8 років тому +1

      +Hydro_ XPatriotX I think since they're just rentals they get plates from other states. I live in Boston and had a rental in which the plates were from New York.

  • @jeremyanddanaeferguson6020
    @jeremyanddanaeferguson6020 8 років тому

    what do u drive

  • @Drreen
    @Drreen 7 років тому +2

    Can you plz tell me the name of the color 🙏🏼

  • @celljinx6753
    @celljinx6753 6 років тому

    I got a 2001 Chevy Malibu and it has 199345 miles and still running strong

  • @FLAKKU03
    @FLAKKU03 8 років тому

    when you''ll test new Cruze?

  • @giantenemycrabX
    @giantenemycrabX 8 років тому

    how's the miata doing?

  • @iAmInsaine22
    @iAmInsaine22 8 років тому +3

    I would take any other mid sized sedan over this. It looked so promising when it was unveiled but in person it was the biggest let down.

    • @AL-cu7yu
      @AL-cu7yu 8 років тому

      I had the same feeling when i first saw the cadillac CTS in person i didn't even felt that difference of quality from other high trim GM cars 'interior wise'

    • @benjaminbomberg
      @benjaminbomberg 8 років тому

      +Live it UP I had the same experience. We went and test drove both the ATS 2.0T (the dealer had no 3.6), and the CTS 3.6. Both were terrible. And the touch capacitive buttons drove us mad. And CUE is ridiculous. We much preferred some of the other cars we drove. (Audi A6 3.0T, Jaguar XF 3.5T R-Sport and even the Acura TLX SH-AWD. ) Caddilac needs to work on the interior. And the ride wasn't great, and the 2L engine was a letdown.

    • @ahastar1141
      @ahastar1141 8 років тому

      +BBN BenjaminBombergNetwork you really need to try it with the 3.6, big difference. It's also great that the ats is available with a stick. However the ats is there entry level so it isn't going to be comparable to an A6 as you are comparing full size to compact. Also when it comes to rid, the magnetic ride control is well accepted as one of the best suspension systems on the general market. Not sure if that was a feature on the cars you tested, but it's worth a try if not. Cadillacs claim to fame right now is in thr performance market. The ats v and cts-v is where they do well as they are right up with some of the m cars and f sports on the market but are priced well below

  • @1201Allan
    @1201Allan 6 років тому

    It reminds me to the Prius from the front anymore feels the same?!?

  • @davis6123
    @davis6123 5 років тому +3

    I would love to see you review this exact car with a Honda logo on the front. I'm sure it would be one of your favorite cars of the year.

  • @jihwankim5190
    @jihwankim5190 8 років тому +1

    I enjoyed the review! If you were cross shopping with the sonata, which would you prefer?

    • @billd5211
      @billd5211 8 років тому +4

      He would go for the Sonata duh lol, he doesn't like GM, he's bias towards Toyota Mazda ect

    • @billd5211
      @billd5211 8 років тому +5

      No id go for the Malibu or 17 fusion

    • @theredline
      @theredline  8 років тому +7

      +Kim Jihwan Tough decision, guess we'd have to go with the Sonata in this case, simply because we prefer the styling and longer warranty of the Hyundai.

    • @jamesp504
      @jamesp504 8 років тому

      +Kim Jihwan kia optima for me, same powertrain & warranty with nicer styling.

    • @brownbuter
      @brownbuter 8 років тому

      thats kinda not being neutral ...

  • @sunshinestatebushcrafter3049
    @sunshinestatebushcrafter3049 7 років тому +1

    That's route 50 in Arlington, VA.

  • @antoinepageau8336
    @antoinepageau8336 8 років тому

    Two things that are a deal breaker for me: Hinges in the trunk that crush your cargo, and the silly + / -- button on top of the gear selector for "manuel" shifting. It's one of those fleet vehicles that will be imposed onto sales people.

  • @hermit527
    @hermit527 8 років тому

    Staying consistent with the GM reviews, eh? Well, not that I have a problem with that.
    Aside from GM, do you think you can review the SUV Coupes such as the BMW X6 and/or Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe? I'm curious to see your opinion on those vehicles.

    • @theredline
      @theredline  8 років тому +2

      +Hermit527 This is the last review of GM products for now, not to worry, other brands are coming up next :)

  • @alexmendoza8823
    @alexmendoza8823 7 років тому +4

    Just got one ☝️

  • @KVW22
    @KVW22 6 років тому +1

    dear god, that grill looks like a 6 year old made it in art class

  • @Live2die777
    @Live2die777 3 роки тому +1

    Getting one soon... premier model not no cheap 1.5L engine model

  • @rixlan
    @rixlan 5 років тому

    No spare tire? I just recently learned this, that they were leaving out the spare and essentialy giving you a can of Fix-a-flat. You'd think the Premiere would have a spare tire.

  • @codydevaux463
    @codydevaux463 8 років тому

    like your content. I do feel like you talk super fast though would be nice if you slowed down a little bit. (speaking and moving on to the next subject of the car.)

  • @kinsonl9015
    @kinsonl9015 7 років тому

    video in NJ??? I used to BBQ under in this park

  • @FirstLast-kb7kn
    @FirstLast-kb7kn 8 років тому

    This vehicle also comes with high beam assist, on this package.

  • @detodounpocopr2024
    @detodounpocopr2024 3 роки тому

    I like the 2013 to 2015 back lights.

  • @hoosierdaddy1028
    @hoosierdaddy1028 6 років тому

    It looks really good, amd looks much better than the old one. The fusion still looks best out of all midsize sedans though.

  • @martdesr
    @martdesr 8 років тому

    Looks like this car also allows you to drive reverse in a one way road :-)