Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cobalt Price Comparison
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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 2LT's price is $6,130 lower than the Chevrolet Malibu LTZ's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cobalt
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 6,130 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 5,830 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2010 |
| Model | Malibu | Cobalt |
| Trim | LTZ | 2LT |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 259hp I4 | 155hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | A4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/26 MPG | 24/33 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | ?, 8 | 228, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-18 | 205/55-16 |
| Total Price | 31,035 | 21,675 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,230 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 27,805 | 21,675 |
| Total Invoice | 29,365 | 20,479 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,056 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 26,309 | 20,479 |
Invoice Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cobalt
Price Comparison (MSRP): Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet CobaltThe 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
| Lowest Total Price: Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT | ||
| Difference: 9,360 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT | ||
| Difference: 8,886 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2010 |
| Model | Malibu | Cobalt |
| Trim | LTZ | 2LT |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | 28,600 | 17,840 |
| Base Invoice | 27,027 | 17,017 |
| Engine-block heater | 75 | 75 |
| 3.6L V6 | 1,600 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 795 | |
| Sun and Sound Package | 995 | |
| 4-speed automatic | 1,050 | |
| USB port | 100 | |
| Compact spare tire | 100 | |
| Engine-block heater | 66 | |
| 3.6L V6 | 0 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 700 | |
| Sun and Sound Package | 876 | |
| 4-speed automatic | 924 | |
| USB port | 88 | |
| Compact spare tire | 88 | |
| Total options | 1,675 | 3,115 |
| Total options | 1,578 | 2,742 |
| Destination | 760 | 720 |
| Total Price | 31,035 | 21,675 |
| Total Invoice | 29,365 | 20,479 |
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Chevrolet Malibu
| Price of the Chevrolet Malibu: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Chevrolet Cobalt
| Price of the Chevrolet Cobalt: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cobalt
| Model Year | 2012 | 2010 |
| Model | Malibu | Cobalt |
| Trim | LTZ | 2LT |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Front side airbags | $350 | |
| Stability control | $400 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Interior air filter | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $350 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $400 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $50 | |
| Laminated side glass | $300 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |
| Compass | $25 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| 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 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,215 | $1,985 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,230 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,056 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cobalt
| Model Year | 2012 | 2010 |
| Model | Malibu | Cobalt |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 103.3 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 180.5 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 67.9 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,645 lb. | 2,780 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 13.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 49.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 41.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.9 in | 51.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.1 in | 49.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.6 in | 33.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.1 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
2LT
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1575 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 4-speed automatic | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), front row | 75 | Yes |
| Remote start | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 225 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sun and Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Pioneer, 228W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 29% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about Chevrolet Malibu Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Chevrolet Malibu: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Best of any car I have recently purchased; appears to have been carefully assembled with attention to detail which I thought had been forgotten with distant-past GM purchases; for my needs this vehicle appears to be an exceptional value. |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Solid, well put together car...no quality control issues other than drivers seat |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The fit and finish of the malibu looks more upscale than other sedans at the same price point. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
quality, comfort & quietness |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
fit & finish is excellent throughout the exterior and interior |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The soft touch fabrics, as well as the chrome trim really help with the appearance of high quality. In addition , the lack of squeaks or rattles seems to show that the engineers took care in designing it. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tight seams inside and out. Small details hidden everywhere you look. Good mix of materials inside including non-bland color schemes, soft touch materials in many areas, chrome accents highlighting controls, great tactile feel. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
above average |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
soft touch marlterials feels much more expensive |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
This fit and finish are first rate. Much higher than expected for the price range. |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The materials feel solid and of good quality. Again, this car has been driven hard by my wife for 3 years, yet it has never been to the shop, and has worked flawlessly. |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Chevrolet Malibu: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
In the LT1 trim, the seats are cloth which is very good but door panels are hard plastic. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Where did GM find such terrible materials? The leather - hard and grainy. The plastics - strange colors, and noticeably thin. Why does the door not make an assuring "thud" when shut like my Optima does? GM could have done a LOT better in this department. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The car seems cheap, especially the interior materials--very plasticky. Of course, it was a rental. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The interior is on an austerity plan, and the steering column makes click-thunk noises (a common issue on these cars). Also, the door locks failed (warranty issue...also common). |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Compared to previous car (VW Passat) the interior plastics are cheap and squeaky. Seat material looks very hard wearing but also very cheap. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cheap materials on seats. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Most of the parts are made in Korea. The fuel sender unit had silver contacts and corroded after using high-sulphur cheap gas. Front struts are weeping. |
| 2004 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cheap plastics. Panels not fitting correctly. Interior has many rattles. Many buttons failed and had to be replaced. |
| 2004 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear sunroof shade pops out of position if wind hits it. Front seat bottom has come loose. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 3.1L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Generally poor build quality in the interior. Steering wheel showed signs of aging after 40k miles; button label worn off. |
What Our Members Are Saying about Chevrolet Cobalt Materials and Workmanship
| Materials and Workmanship of the Chevrolet Cobalt: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 2dr Coupe 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
4 trips back to the dealer for warranty repairs. Door seal, steering column, gear shifter, front suspension bushes. 1 year into owning/driving and various little rattles and vibration noises are appearing. |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
There is a lot of obvoius cost-cutting in the interior materials and workmanship. It feels cheap, especially the shift knob and steering wheel. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 171-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
While I think the overall look of the interior is good the material used are too hard to the touch. Also the plastic that surrounds the window switch gear is easily scratched. Lastly the electric tape they use to wrap the rearview mirror wires is a joke |
