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Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Optima 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $24,435 Chevrolet Cobalt SS | |||
| Difference: $1,415 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $23,105 Chevrolet Cobalt SS | |||
| Difference: $1,100 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Cobalt | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | SS | EX Turbo | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $23,425 | $25,100 | $26,500 |
| Base Invoice | $22,137 | $23,455 | $24,760 |
| Temporary spare tire | 75 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 275 | ||
| 5-speed manual | 0 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | 66 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 242 | ||
| 5-speed manual | 0 | ||
| Options (change) | 350 | 0 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 308 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 660 | 750 | 750 |
| Total Price | $24,435 | $25,850 | $27,250 |
| Total Invoice | $23,105 | $24,205 | $25,510 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX Turbo | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,850 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,957 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Cobalt | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | SS | EX Turbo | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 260hp I4 | 274hp I4 | 274hp I4 |
| Transmission | M5 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 22/30 MPG | 22/34 MPG | 22/34 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 228, 7 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 215/55-17 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $24,435 | $25,850 | $27,250 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,265 | -3,990 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $24,435 | $22,585 | $23,260 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $675 |
| Total Invoice | $23,105 | $24,205 | $25,510 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,057 | -3,735 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $23,105 | $21,148 | $21,775 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $627 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Cobalt | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | SS | EX Turbo | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |
| Front side airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Speaker lights | $100 | $100 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Center armrest(s), front row | $75 | $75 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Partial leather seating sufaces | $450 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces | $450 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | ||
| No-lift shift | $50 | ||
| Short-throw shifter (optional) | $0 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $1,910 | $5,175 | $5,900 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,265 | $3,990 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,057 | -3,735 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Cobalt | Optima |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.3 in | 110.0 in |
| Length | 180.5 in | 190.7 in |
| Width | 67.9 in | 72.1 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 57.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,975 lb. | 3,385 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.0 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 49.5 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.8 in | 45.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.7 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 51.4 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 49.6 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.7 in | 34.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.9 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
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