Chevrolet Cobalt
2007–2010 model years · Generation introduced 2005
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- Available years
- 2007–2010
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $2,875–$3,225
The overview
The Cavalier felt crude, noisy, cramped, and uncomfortable. An improved but still buzzy powerplant arrived in 2003. Interior pieces feel flimsy and fit poorly, and seating is cramped and uncomfortable. Poor crash-test results are also a concern. The Cobalt replaced the Cavalier for 2005. Its 2.2-liter engine is spirited, but noisy and relatively thirsty for a small car. The ride is steady, but the steering is too light at low speeds and handling isn't particularly agile. The quick and sporty SS is a different story. A turbocharger replaced its supercharger for 2008. These cars fared poorly in IIHS side-crash tests were when tested without side airbags, but rated Acceptable with them. The Cobalt was replaced by the Cruze for 2011.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 ↗ LT sedan Front 2.2-liter 4 (155 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 4-speed | $3,150 | Not rated | Not rated | 25 MPG |
| 2009 ↗ LT sedan 2.2-liter 4 (155 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 4-speed | $3,225 | Not rated | Not rated | 25 MPG |
| 2008 ↗ SS coupe FWD 2.0-liter 4 (260 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Manual 5-speed | $3,000 | Not rated | Not rated | 25 MPG |
| 2007 ↗ LS sedan 2.2-liter 4 (148 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 4-speed | $2,875 | Not rated | Not rated | 27 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2010 model
LT sedan Front 2.2-liter 4 (155 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 4-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2010 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- coupe
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 2005
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $3,150
- Retail value range
- $2,800 - $3,900
- Original MSRP range
- $14,990 - $24,535
- Trade-in range
- $630 - $1,370
Ratings
- Road test score
- 50/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 22 MPG
- EPA highway
- 31 MPG
- EPA combined
- 25 MPG
- Tested city
- 16 MPG
- Tested highway
- 34 MPG
- Tested overall
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,960
- Cruising range
- 330 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.6 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 9.3 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 141 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 51 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 180 in
- Width
- 68 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 103 in
- Weight
- 2,920 lb
- Maximum load
- 890 lb
- Towing capacity
- 1,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4 in
- Front leg room
- 41 in
- Rear head room
- 2.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 26 in
- Luggage
- 3+2+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 7/10
- SmartWay
- Yes
Vehicle ID: 7221 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2009 model
LT sedan 2.2-liter 4 (155 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 4-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2009 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- coupe
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 2005
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $3,225
- Retail value range
- $2,875 - $3,400
- Original MSRP range
- $14,990 - $23,525
- Trade-in range
- $685 - $1,115
Ratings
- Road test score
- 50/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 22 MPG
- EPA highway
- 31 MPG
- EPA combined
- 25 MPG
- Tested city
- 16 MPG
- Tested highway
- 34 MPG
- Tested overall
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,960
- Cruising range
- 330 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.6 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 9.3 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 141 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 51 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 180 in
- Width
- 68 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 103 in
- Weight
- 2,920 lb
- Maximum load
- 890 lb
- Towing capacity
- 1,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4 in
- Front leg room
- 41 in
- Rear head room
- 2.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 26 in
- Luggage
- 3+2+0
Vehicle ID: 7713 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2008 model
SS coupe FWD 2.0-liter 4 (260 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Manual 5-speed · Conventional · Used
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Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- coupe
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Manual
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 2005
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $3,000
- Retail value range
- $2,850 - $3,400
- Original MSRP range
- $14,410 - $22,335
- Trade-in range
- $655 - $1,110
Ratings
- Road test score
- 78/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 22 MPG
- EPA highway
- 30 MPG
- EPA combined
- 25 MPG
- Tested city
- 14 MPG
- Tested highway
- 32 MPG
- Tested overall
- 22 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,710
- Cruising range
- 290 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.9 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 6.4 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 127 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 56.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 181 in
- Width
- 68 in
- Height
- 56 in
- Wheelbase
- 104 in
- Weight
- 2,955 lb
- Maximum load
- 890 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 0.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 26 in
- Luggage
- 3+1+0
Vehicle ID: 2410 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2007 model
LS sedan 2.2-liter 4 (148 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 4-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2007 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- coupe
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 2005
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $2,875
- Retail value range
- $2,800 - $3,025
- Original MSRP range
- $13,175 - $20,975
- Trade-in range
- $625 - $825
Ratings
- Road test score
- 49/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 24 MPG
- EPA highway
- 32 MPG
- EPA combined
- 27 MPG
- Tested city
- 15 MPG
- Tested highway
- 35 MPG
- Tested overall
- 23 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,075
- Cruising range
- 310 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.3 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 8.8 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 141 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 50.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 180 in
- Width
- 68 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 103 in
- Weight
- 2,850 lb
- Maximum load
- 890 lb
- Towing capacity
- 1,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 27 in
- Luggage
- 3+2+0
Vehicle ID: 5338 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
