Used 2003 Chevrolet Malibu
2003 Chevrolet Malibu Overview
2003 Chevrolet Malibu Pricing
2003 Chevrolet Malibu pricing starts at $2,525 for the Malibu Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $18,290 when new. The range-topping 2003 Malibu LS Sedan 4D starts at $2,609 today, originally priced from $20,575.
Original MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
$18,290 | $2,525 | |||
$20,575 | $2,609 |
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2003 Chevrolet Malibu models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.
Malibu Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Chevrolet Malibu (1997-2003) a 3.7 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 74% recommend it. These figures are based on 982 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 2003 Chevrolet Malibu
"Sharp, comfortable, handles well"
"2nd owner. Was Exec car before me. Put approx 100000 mi on car. antitheft was annoying due to key switch/had it disabled. New engine installed 95000 mi. due to head gasket leak. Otherwise very reliable. Very sharp car with white leather seats and special dk blue paint that shows maroon tint in sunlight. Very comfortable, drives and handles great."
"DEX-COOL"
"Bought this 2002 Mailbu new in 2001. Great car with little dissapointments until we took to selling dealer for an oil change. Had to replace the intake manifold at 5 Years and 2 month, 61,000 miles. Due to GM's Dexcool dissolving the manifold ports. At least it did not take out the manifold gasket dump coolant into the oil and trash the entire engine. Appx $1200.00 to repair. Got the Dealer to refund appx $500 for the cost of the parts. Still believe in this car, but why did not GM contact us to tell us that their DEX-COOL Coolant was eating away at the cooling system."
"Decent car"
"I picked this car up for not much as I was looking for an inexpensive 2nd car. It has been ok in all areas, it is comfortable to drive. As of now I am feeding it coolant every so often as it likes to overheat. Not sure if I should fix it or just drive it until it dies and scrap it."
Overall 2003 Chevrolet Malibu Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2003 Chevrolet Malibu quality a 3.8 out of 5.
2003 Chevrolet Malibu Reliability
The 2003 Chevrolet Malibu receives an average consumer rating of 3.7 overall and a 3.9 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 2003 Malibu Features
According to drivers of the 2003 Malibu, here are some of its best features:
- Good styling, handles good, comfortable.
- Inexpensive
- Reliable. Well taken care of.
- Good, reliable, versatile.
- No mechanical problems.
2003 Chevrolet Malibu MPG by Trim
2003 Malibu Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
2003 Malibu LS Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
2003 Malibu Safety
NHTSA Safety Rating
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 2003 Chevrolet Malibu front-side driver crash test rating is 4 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 4 out of 5.
2003 Chevrolet Malibu Safety Features
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Rear Side Airbag
- Front Side Airbag
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2003 Chevrolet Malibu
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2003 Chevrolet Malibu Depreciation
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2003 Chevrolet Malibu Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2022 | $109 | $2,098 | $930 | ||
2023 | $60 | $2,038 | $721 | ||
2024 | $41 | $1,997 | $673 | ||
Now | $26 | $1,971 | $645 |
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2-Year Forecasted Depreciation
*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
2003 Chevrolet Malibu Depreciation
Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3106 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 98.6 cu.ft. | ||
EPA Total Interior | 115.7 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 39.4 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.9 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Overall Length | 190.4 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 55.5 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 1000 lbs. | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 17.3 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 36.3 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 107.0 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 69.4 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 18 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 26 mpg | ||
Combined | 21 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic |
Performance
Horsepower | 170 @ 5200 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 190 @ 4000 rpm | ||
Engine | V6, 3.1 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 6 years / 100000 miles |
Entertainment
- DVD Entertainment System
- MP3 Player
- CD Player
Interior
- Power Windows
- Tilt Steering Wheel
Seating
- Leather Seats
- Dual Power Front Seats
- Power Driver's Seat
Technology
- Cruise Control
- Navigation System
2003 Chevrolet Malibu Safety
2003 Chevrolet Malibu Safety Technology
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Rear Side Airbag
- Front Side Airbag
Crash Test Rating
Compare to Similar Vehicles
Used 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | Used 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer | Used 2006 Dodge Stratus | Used 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (New) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,609 | $2,334 | $2,369 | $2,612 | |
| Consumer Rating | 3.7 | 4.6 | 4.0 | 4.5 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 18/Hwy 26/Comb 21 MPG | City 21/Hwy 28/Comb 24 MPG | City 20/Hwy 27/Comb 22 MPG | City 19/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 170 @ 5200 RPM | 120 @ 5500 RPM | 150 @ 5500 RPM | 150 @ 5900 RPM | |
| Engine | V6, 3.1 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | 5-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
2003 Chevrolet Malibu Rankings
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