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Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,685

Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT   
Difference: $2,470

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,233

Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT   
Difference: $2,501

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092014
ModelCobaltForte
Trim2LTEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $18,860 $19,500
Base Invoice $17,667 $18,528
Leather seating surfaces 795  
Sun and Sound Package 995  
USB port 100  
Rear spoiler 275 295
Premium Package   2,600
215/45HR17   300
Cargo net   50
Floor mats   115
Remote start   495
Leather seating surfaces 700  
Sun and Sound Package 876  
USB port 88  
Rear spoiler 242 244
Premium Package   2,348
215/45HR17   269
Cargo net   42
Floor mats   93
Remote start   410
Options (change) 2,165 3,855
Options (change) 1,906 3,406
Destination 660 800
Total Price $21,685 $24,155
Total Invoice $20,233 $22,734

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,085
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $845
Model Year20092014
ModelCobaltForte
Trim2LTEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine155hp I4173hp I4
TransmissionA4T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)228, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16215/45-17
Total Price$21,685$24,155
Adjustments for Features0-3,555
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,685$20,600
Total Invoice$20,233$22,734
Adjustments for Features0-3,346
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,233$19,388

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20092014
ModelCobaltForte
Trim2LTEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150
911 assist $25
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags $350
Rearview camera $200
Stability control $400
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Fog lights $125
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), second row $50
Cooled or ventilated driver seat $150
Heated second row seats $200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Machined alloy wheels$350 
Total Value of Features$1,695$5,250
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,555
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,346

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Forte features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20092014
ModelCobaltForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.3 in106.3 in
Length180.5 in179.5 in
Width67.9 in70.1 in
Height57.1 in56.5 in
Curb Weight2,781 lb.2,960 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 in53.0 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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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Forte specs.

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%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Heated steering wheel100No
Proximity key250No
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Cooled or ventilated driver seat150No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Total Requested200055%
Total Not Requested162545%

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