“The 2009 Chevrolet Malibu ranks 2 out of 23 Affordable Midsize Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of 69 published reviews and test drives of the Chevrolet Malibu, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.” http://usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/cars-trucks/Chevrolet_Malibu/
Thanks for your input, the concensus of 69 “professional” car testers disagree with “your” rental car testing results. America and its workers appreciate the broad brush you use to paint your own countries cars as crap.