Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Rio Reliability Comparisons
You won't find Chevrolet Cobalt or Kia Rio reliability information like this anywhere else. Actual repair frequencies, not just vague dots, to make it clear how much the Chevrolet Cobalt and the Kia Rio truly differ in reliability. These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to much more closely track Chevrolet Cobalt and Kia Rio reliability as the cars age. Others tell you how reliable the Chevrolet Cobalt and the Kia Rio were a year ago, when the cars were a year younger and had 12,000 fewer miles on them. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Chevrolet Cobalt and the Kia Rio have been recently.
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Chevrolet Cobalt Reliability through December 31, 2012
An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Chevrolet Cobalt
blog comments powered by DisqusWhat Our Members Are Saying about Chevrolet Cobalt Reliability and Durability
| Reliability and Durability of the Chevrolet Cobalt: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
I believe that it is a solid well built car and I expect to put at least 250,000 miles on it. |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
100,000 mile warranty |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
would put up against Toyota Corolla |
| 2006 | 2dr Coupe 171-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
non turbo, easy to maintain, parts availability. A/C outstanding, cheap service |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 171-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
After 50K plus miles I have had zero problems. Other then regular maintenance and one brake pad replacement this car has been solid. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
extremely reliable...would put up against Toyota Corolla |
| Reliability and Durability of the Chevrolet Cobalt: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Bad reputation. Hundreds of car on the lot gives them a Mc Car feeling. |
What Our Members Are Saying about Kia Rio Reliability and Durability
None of our members have yet commented on the reliability and durability of the Kia Rio.
