Review overview
Pro
- Electrical Problem
- Engine Problems
- Brake Faults
Con
- Chevrolet is difficult with service appointments
Lemonability Conclusion
8.1The rating for the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu may not be so high; it still presents enough problems to be under the lemon class. If you are unsatisfied with its performance, reach out to a lemon law attorney.
What is Lemonability?
“Lemonability is a rating we assign to each car, based on the eligibility for compensation via the lemon law. The more car problems reported by owners over time, the higher the rating.”
We have on our hands here a typical family car, not built for excessive luxury but adequate functionality. Does it perform as it should, though? Let’s look at what the owners have to say about the performance.
Electrical Problem
Cars like the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu don’t usually come with catchy technology, but we commend the manufacturers for going the extra mile. However, owners complain of the poor quality of most of the tech within the vehicle.
The display system reportedly lags and also comes with poor graphics. Others lament how long it takes to switch their music because of the lag. Also, the voice recognition is inconsistent, with owners complaining of it not recognizing their voice sometimes.
Engine Problem
The engine of the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu seems inefficient for the vehicle’s body. Owners report and complain of frequent power loss and inability to accelerate efficiently when the vehicle comes to a full stop.
There are also several cases where the engine takes too long to start up. It seems as though the four-cylinder engine that comes with the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu needs a thorough reassessment. Occasionally, owners experience engine stalling with this vehicle.
Brake Faults
The braking system of the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu is reportedly not sharp enough for the vehicle. Driving the vehicle to a stop is also quite difficult because the pedals are hard. Owners fear driving the car at high speeds because of the fear of incompetent brakes.
