| Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Cobalt | Chevrolet HHR | |
| Engine | supercharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 205 hp@5600 200 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5900 222 lb-ft@1650 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.3 in | 103.5 in | -0.2 in |
| Length | 180.5 in | 176.2 in | 4.3 in |
| Width | 67.9 in | 69.1 in | -1.2 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 63.1 in | -6 in |
| Curb Weight | 2975 lb. | 3353 lb. | -378 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.0 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.6 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 53.5 in | -0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 49.5 in | 50.1 in | -0.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 40.6 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 39.0 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 52.7 in | -1.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 50.6 in | -1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.7 in | 39.5 in | -5.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.5 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -4.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.9 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -9.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.9 ft3 | 57.7 ft3 | -43.8 ft3 |
| 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The 6 way adjustable drivers seat really makes for a comfortable ride. Driving upwards of 700km a day for 4 days straight gave me a great chance to test this out, and I never once got stiff and sore. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
| 2006 | 2dr Coupe 171-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
seats are pretty comfortable and lots of leg room see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
| 2006 | 2dr Coupe 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It fits me perfectly. Actually, so does the rear, but I bought a coupe. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
| 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Hard and thin seat cushions. Legs would feel fatigue after a couple hours of driving. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
In coupe form, the rear seats are cramped and and things can be somewhat claustrophobic in the back. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seat leg-room is not for adults. Only small kids can fit back there. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is a sport compact car, so as one would expect, the rear seat is fairly difficult to get to, but once you are there, it is quite comfortable. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
| 2006 | 2dr Coupe 171-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
not much room in the back if the front passengers has their seats all the way back see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
| 2006 | 2dr Coupe supercharged 205hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The front is great, but you have to be in a car seat or a small person to not mind the back seat. Little legroom, small seats. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Wagon 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is roomy and comfortable. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
| 2009 | 4dr Wagon 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The HHR has one of the most comfortable seats for me of most of the cars that I have driven. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Roomy enough for 2 adults in the rear seats with plenty of room left behind seat for luggage or gear. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 149-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
2 kids in the back and they have plenty of room see full Chevrolet HHR review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Larger than normal 4-door car see full Chevrolet HHR review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 149-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is adjustable and relaxing. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
seat-back very annoying and driving position difficult to get right see full Chevrolet HHR review |
| 2009 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
low roof limits passenger packaging space - poor knee room see full Chevrolet HHR review |
| 2009 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
little leg room see full Chevrolet HHR review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Could be a bit deeper and more supportive see full Chevrolet HHR review |