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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cobalt Price Comparison

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

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features comparison between the Chevrolet Malibu and Chevrolet Cobalt. Including:

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Summary

For the Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cobalt price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Malibu vs. Cobalt Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Malibu and Cobalt will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Chevrolet Cobalt Sport's price is $2,625 lower than the Chevrolet Malibu SS's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Malibu vs. Cobalt 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 SS includes additional features worth $865. 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 $865 adjustment for the Chevrolet Malibu SS's additional features, the Chevrolet Cobalt Sport is $2,625 less than the Chevrolet Cobalt Sport.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cobalt

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cobalt Sport
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 2,625
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 2,355
Model Year20062008
ModelMalibuCobalt
TrimSSSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine354hp V8171hp I4
TransmissionT4M5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers?, 6228, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18205/50-17
Total Price25,66022,170
Adjustments for Features-8650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price24,79522,170
Total Invoice24,03520,870
Adjustments for Features-8100
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice23,22520,870

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Invoice Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cobalt

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

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: 3,490
Lowest Total Invoice: Chevrolet Cobalt Sport
Difference: 3,165
Model Year20062008
ModelMalibuCobalt
TrimSSSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price22,86519,695
Base Invoice21,60818,612
Satellite radio325 
Engine-block heater5075
Telematics service, such as OnStar695 
CD changer, in-dash300295
Sunroof800750
5-speed manual 0
Leather seating surfaces 695
Satellite radio 0
Engine-block heater 66
Telematics service, such as OnStar 0
CD changer, in-dash 260
Sunroof 660
5-speed manual 0
Leather seating surfaces 612
Total options2,1701,815
Total options1,8021,598
Destination625660
Total Price25,66022,170
Total Invoice24,03520,870

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cobalt

Model Year20062008
ModelMalibuCobalt
TrimSSSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed manual $0
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Remote start$150 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Front side airbags$350 
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Aux input $100
Interior air filter $25
MP3-compatible player $50
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75 
Heated front seats $300
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Partial leather seating sufaces$450 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,925$2,060
Value of Feature Adjustments$865$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-8100

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cobalt

Model Year20062008
ModelMalibuCobalt
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in103.3 in
Length188.3 in180.5 in
Width69.9 in67.9 in
Height57.5 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,315 lb.2,865 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.13.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in53.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in49.5 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in51.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in49.6 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in33.7 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft313.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Sport

Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Map lights25No
Total Requested90097%
Total Not Requested253%
Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900No
Heated300No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1200100%

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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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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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