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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: $20,725

Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT   
Difference: $3,575

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,643

Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT   
Difference: $3,296

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102016
ModelCobaltForte
Trim2LTEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $17,840 $19,990
Base Invoice $17,017 $18,993
Leather seating surfaces 795  
Sun and Sound Package 995  
USB port 100  
Rear spoiler 275 295
Premium Package   3,000
Cargo net   50
Floor mats   115
Leather seating surfaces 700  
Sun and Sound Package 876  
USB port 88  
Rear spoiler 242 244
Premium Package   2,717
Cargo net   42
Floor mats   93
Options (change) 2,165 3,460
Options (change) 1,906 3,096
Destination 720 850
Total Price $20,725 $24,300
Total Invoice $19,643 $22,939

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $530
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $579
Model Year20102016
ModelCobaltForte
Trim2LTEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine155hp I4173hp I4
TransmissionM5T6
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$20,725$24,300
Adjustments for Features0-4,105
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,725$20,195
Total Invoice$19,643$22,939
Adjustments for Features0-3,875
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,643$19,064

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20102016
ModelCobaltForte
Trim2LTEX
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
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
HD radio $50
Navigation system $600
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Traffic information $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
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), front row $75
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Machined alloy wheels$350 
Total Value of Features$845$4,950
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,105
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,875

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20102016
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?
Navigation system600No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Proximity key250No
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Traffic information25No
HD radio50No
Voice control for external devices0No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Vehicle health reports0No
911 assist25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
App support0No
Total Requested202560%
Total Not Requested135040%

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