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Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison

Chevrolet Cobalt vs Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison:
Chevrolet Cobalt vs Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison:

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Summary

For the Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Chevrolet Malibu price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Cobalt vs. Malibu Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Cobalt and Malibu will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Chevrolet Cobalt Sport's price is $6,180 lower than the Chevrolet Malibu LTZ's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Cobalt vs. Malibu Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Chevrolet Cobalt Sport, the Chevrolet Malibu LTZ includes additional features worth $1930. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, despite a $1930 adjustment for the Chevrolet Malibu LTZ's additional features, the Chevrolet Cobalt Sport is $6,180 less than the Chevrolet Cobalt Sport.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cobalt Sport
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 6,180
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 6,005
Model Year20082012
ModelCobaltMalibu
TrimSportLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine171hp I4259hp I4
TransmissionA4T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/31 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers228, 7?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/50-18
Total Price22,92531,035
Adjustments for Features0-1,930
Feature-Adjusted Total Price22,92529,105
Total Invoice21,53429,365
Adjustments for Features0-1,826
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice21,53427,539

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Invoice Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Price Comparison (MSRP): Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Chevrolet Malibu

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Lowest Total Price: Chevrolet Cobalt Sport
Difference: 8,110
Lowest Total Invoice: Chevrolet Cobalt Sport
Difference: 7,831
Model Year20082012
ModelCobaltMalibu
TrimSportLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price19,69528,600
Base Invoice18,61227,027
Leather seating surfaces695 
4-speed automatic1,050 
Engine-block heater7575
Sunroof750 
3.6L V6 1,600
Leather seating surfaces 0
4-speed automatic 0
Engine-block heater 66
Sunroof 0
3.6L V6 1,512
Total options2,5701,675
Total options2,2621,578
Destination660760
Total Price22,92531,035
Total Invoice21,53429,365

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082012
ModelCobaltMalibu
TrimSportLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags $350
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Cargo net$40 
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Interior air filter$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$350 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $400
USB port $150
Exterior 
Body kit$350 
Bodyside moldings $75
Laminated side glass $300
Rear spoiler$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Compass $25
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
Trip computer$150 
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Polished alloy wheels$700 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,885$4,815
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,930
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,826

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082012
ModelCobaltMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.3 in112.3 in
Length180.5 in191.8 in
Width67.9 in70.3 in
Height57.1 in57.1 in
Curb Weight2,865 lb.3,645 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.0 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.0 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room49.5 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.4 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room49.6 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom33.7 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume13.9 ft315.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
LTZ

3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
FeatureValueRequested?
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200		1000Yes
Performance steering system (optional)250No
Total Requested100080%
Total Not Requested25020%

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Chevrolet Cobalt

Price of the Chevrolet Cobalt: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 2dr Coupe 155-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Cheapest new car I could find, cheaper than a brand new base model Hyundai Accent.
2009 2dr Coupe turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 This car is a bang for buck performance car. You will not find a better performer for the price. You can often get one out the door for not much more than 20k, and sometimes less...
2008 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Less fashionable and thus less expensive than its competitors.
2007 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 0% interest, no down
2006 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 low payment
2005 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 low price
Price of the Chevrolet Cobalt: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 155-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 While allowing for the difference between compact and sub-compact ratings, the Fiesta had an overall better pricepoint in the various trim levels than Cobalt. In all honesty Cobalt was a close second but the pricing is what broke the deal on getting on

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Chevrolet Malibu

Price of the Chevrolet Malibu: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Got a really good lease deal. Didn't want to purchase a car at the time.
2010 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I bought my malibu used with 9000 miles. I got a very good price so I am happy with my decision.
2009 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Paid $23,049 for 2LT with sunroof
2009 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Value packed - easily beats the competition on price, and GM incentives plus warranty make it a no brainer.
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 We found this car used with 15,000 miles for about $5,000 less than any other used Malibu available.
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 The Malibu is a very quiet and refined car. It has decent handling and offers a lot of features for its price! The dealer incentives, combined with many positive reviews make it in my opinion a car that provides good value for the money.
2007 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I purchased new base model and have paid 2500 less than sticker price (60 month).
2007 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I bought it used, depreciation is very high so it was very inexpensive considering the features and performance offered. It cost only 50% of list when only 23 months old. Since I intend to keep it for at least three year depreciation is not a concern.
2005 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Great vehicle to have!
2005 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 The price was over 10K less than Camry or Accord and actually had better safety and features.

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