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Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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.

Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,050

Chevrolet Cobalt Sport   
Difference: $1,615

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,884

Chevrolet Cobalt Sport   
Difference: $1,529

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082017
ModelCobaltForte
TrimSportEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,695 $21,300
Base Invoice $18,612 $20,130
Leather seating surfaces 695  
Cargo net   50
Floor mats   125
Rear spoiler   295
Leather seating surfaces 612  
Cargo net   42
Floor mats   102
Rear spoiler   244
Options (change) 695 470
Options (change) 612 388
Destination 660 895
Total Price $21,050 $22,665
Total Invoice $19,884 $21,413

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,240
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,168
Model Year20082017
ModelCobaltForte
TrimSportEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine171hp I4164hp I4
TransmissionM5T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)228, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17215/45-17
Total Price$21,050$22,665
Adjustments for Features0-2,855
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,050$19,810
Total Invoice$19,884$21,413
Adjustments for Features0-2,697
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,884$18,716

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20082017
ModelCobaltForte
TrimSportEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags $350
Rearview camera $200
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player$50 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Power-folding mirrors $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$1,095$3,950
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,855
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,697

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20082017
ModelCobaltForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.3 in106.3 in
Length180.5 in179.5 in
Width67.9 in70.1 in
Height57.1 in56.3 in
Curb Weight2,781 lb.2,909 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.0 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.0 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room49.5 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.4 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room49.6 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom33.7 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume13.9 ft314.9 ft3

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