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

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Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,060

Chevrolet Cobalt LT   
Difference: $3,350

Lowest Total Invoice: $17,923

Chevrolet Cobalt LT   
Difference: $3,226

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2009200920092008
ModelCobaltCobaltCobaltMalibu Classic
TrimLT2LTSSLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $16,460 $18,860 $23,425 $20,320
Base Invoice $15,555 $17,667 $22,137 $19,304
Sun and Wheel Package 995      
Audio controls on steering wheel 245 245    
Cruise control 275      
Temporary spare tire 75 75 75  
Engine-block heater 75 75 75 75
Rear spoiler 275 275 275 175
Sun and Sound Package   995    
Sunroof     750 800
Remote start       190
Satellite radio       200
Sun and Wheel Package 876      
Audio controls on steering wheel 216 216    
Cruise control 242      
Temporary spare tire 66 66 66  
Engine-block heater 66 66 66 62
Rear spoiler 242 242 242 145
Sun and Sound Package   876    
Sunroof     660 664
Remote start       158
Satellite radio       166
Options (change) 1,940 1,665 1,175 1,440
Options (change) 1,708 1,466 1,034 1,195
Destination 660 660 660 650
Total Price $19,060 $21,185 $25,260 $22,410
Total Invoice $17,923 $19,793 $23,831 $21,149

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cobalt LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,635
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,551
Model Year2009200920092008
ModelCobaltCobaltCobaltMalibu Classic
TrimLT2LTSSLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine155hp I4155hp I4260hp I4219hp V6
TransmissionM5A4M5T4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4228, 7228, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16205/55-16225/40-18215/60-16
Total Price$19,060$21,185$25,260$22,410
Adjustments for Features0-1,065-1,240-715
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$19,060$20,120$24,020$21,695
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,060$4,960$0
Total Invoice$17,923$19,793$23,831$21,149
Adjustments for Features0-995-1,170-675
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$17,923$18,798$22,661$20,474
Cost Above Minimum$0$875$4,738$0

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year2009200920092008
ModelCobaltCobaltCobaltMalibu Classic
TrimLT2LTSSLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 $0 
4-speed automatic $800  
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $900
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Remote start $150 $150
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual   $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes  $150$150
Stability control  $400 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40$40 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0$0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75 $75
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50$50 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100$100 
MP3-compatible player$50$50$50 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225 
USB port  $25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge  $75 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver   $50
Visor mirror, driver$10$10$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75 $75
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50 
Power height adjuster, driver seat   $100
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces  $450 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Machined alloy wheels$350$350$350 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Transmission 
Launch control  $100 
No-lift shift  $50 
Short-throw shifter (optional)  $0 
Total Value of Features$1,035$2,100$2,275$1,750
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,065$1,240$715
Value of Feature Adjustments0-995-1,170-675

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year20092008
ModelCobaltMalibu Classic
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.3 in106.3 in
Length180.5 in188.3 in
Width67.9 in69.9 in
Height57.1 in57.5 in
Curb Weight2,781 lb.3,298 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.0 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.0 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room49.5 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.4 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room49.6 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom33.7 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume13.9 ft315.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cobalt LT

Sun and Wheel Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
205/55R16 tires400No
Sunroof900Yes
Map lights25No
Machined alloy wheels350No
Total Requested140064%
Total Not Requested77536%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT

Sun and Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Map lights25No
Pioneer, 228W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90071%
Total Not Requested37529%

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