Chevy Cobalt overview

2008 Chevy Cobalt

2008 Chevy Cobalt

The Chevrolet Cobalt is a compact car introduced by Chevrolet in 2004 for the 2005 model year. The Cobalt replaced both the Cavalier and the Prizm as Chevrolet’s compact car.

2007 Chevy Cobalt ext

2007 Chevy Cobalt ext

It is available as both a coupe and sedan and is based upon the GM Delta platform also shared with the Chevrolet HHR, Pontiac G5, Astra (Opel, Vauxhall, Holden, and Saturn marques), and the Opel Zafira (a seven seat MPV). Also available is a high performance, Super Sport variant. All Cobalts are currently manufactured at GM’s Lordstown Assembly plant in Lordstown, Ohio. The United States Environmental Protection Agency? classifies the Cobalt as a subcompact car.

chevy Cobalt

chevy Cobalt

Starting in 2009, Chevrolet will launch the Cobalt’s global successor the Chevrolet Cruze (based on the new Delta II platform) in Europe with launches in other markets (including the US) to proceed in 2010. The Cruze will be built in multiple locations around the world including the Lordstown Assembly, at which the Cruze will briefly be built alongside the Cobalt until the latter is completely phased out. “The Cruze will build on the already successful Chevrolet Cobalt, Cobalt XFE and Cobalt SS, all of which are nearly sold out in dealer showrooms,” said GMNA vice president of Chevrolet Ed Peper. “Our dealers are asking for many more Cobalts than we can build.”(from Wikipedia)

2009 Chevy Cobalt

2009 chevy cobalt front view

2009 chevy cobalt front view

For 2009 Chevy Cobalt,the 2.4 L naturally aspirated “Sport Coupe and “Sport Sedan” models have both been deleted, along with the 2.2 L L61 engine. Both are replaced by the 2.2 L LAP engine thus providing better fuel economy and more power, as well an SS sedan has been added to the lineup.

2009 Chevrolet Cobalt sedan

2009 Chevrolet Cobalt sedan

Three exterior colors have been changed, and the neutral interior color deleted. Bluetooth capabilities have been added, as well as the option for a reconfigurable performance display. The RPD, only available on the SS coupe, can read out various engine output data and alter performance settings.

2008 Chevy Cobalt

For 2008 Chevy Cobalt,the 2.4 L naturally aspirated, high-output SS coupe and SS sedan were renamed to just “Sport Coupe” and “Sport Sedan” respectively.

2008 Chevy Cobalt

2008 Chevy Cobalt

The new Cobalt SS features a 260 hp (194 kW) turbocharged engine, replacing the Supercharged engine which was offered from 2005-2007. At mid-year, the fuel economy was increased to 25 mpg-US (9.4 L/100 km; 30 mpg-imp)5.5-7.5 km/lite city, 36 mpg-US (6.5 L/100 km; 43 mpg-imp)9–11 km/lite highway on the LS and 1LT, coupe and sedan models with manual transmission; now labeled with XFE badging (X-tra Fuel Economy). XM Radio, side-impact air bags for improved safety, and MP3 player are now standard instead of optional. StabiliTrak stability control system is introduced.

2008 Chevy Cobalt ext

2008 Chevy Cobalt ext

Other changes include the adding and removal of several exterior and interior colors. The new SS (turbocharged) coupe launched near the end of May 2008, as it was a facelift from the 2005-2007 version.

2007 Chevy Cobalt

2007 Chevy Cobalt ext

2007 Chevy Cobalt ext

Both engines of 2007 Chevy Cobalt were retuned for more power while retaining the same fuel economy. The 2.2 L Ecotec is now rated at 148 hp (110 kW) with the 2.4 L Ecotec rated at 173 hp (129 kW). Other changes include a new console, new steering wheel and new radio head unit that features an audio input jack.

2007 Chevrolet Cobalt  dashboard

2007 Chevrolet Cobalt dashboard

In addition, all models except the LS and LT1 now use a 5×110 wheel bolt pattern. The LS and LT1 retained the standard 4×100. In addition, the 2007 model year marked the introduction of a new 32-bit computer that replaced the 16-bit unit from 2006.(from Wikipedia)

2006 Chevy Cobalt

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Coupe

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Coupe

A non-supercharged Cobalt SS was added to the lineup. The 2006 Chevy Cobalt is equipped with a 2.4 L naturally-aspirated Ecotec inline-4. The LS became the base model while the LT was marketed as a mid-range package; the top level trim was now the LTZ. In addition, as with most other GM vehicles that year, GM’s Mark of Excellence symbol was added to both front fenders near the doors.

2005 Chevy Cobalt

2005 chevrolet cobalt front

2005 chevrolet cobalt front

Top 5 Pros of 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt

  • Quiet and smooth ride
  • Acceleration
  • Good gas mileage
  • Radio controls on steering wheel
  • Stereo with XM radio

Chevrolet says the Cobalt is the quietest, stiffest, strongest, most refined small car it has ever built, and after a test drive, we give them high marks on almost all counts. If you’re looking for inexpensive, high-value transportation with a new-car warranty, Cobalt is worth a long look.

chevrolet cobalt sema 2005

chevrolet cobalt sema 2005

The all-new 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is designed to be a premium compact car, complementing the entry-level Chevrolet Aveo, which was introduced as an all-new model for 2005.

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