Chevrolet Cobalt Chevrolet Cobalt 2006 Kia Rio Kia Rio 2011
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Rio 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 Rio Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $16,885

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $360

Lowest Total Invoice: $15,877

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $358

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062006200620112011
ModelCobaltCobaltCobaltRioRio
TrimLTLTZSSLXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $15,200 $17,700 $17,400 $14,995 $16,095
Base Invoice $14,364 $16,727 $16,443 $14,480 $15,110
Audio controls on steering wheel 195        
Side curtain airbags 395 395 395    
MP3-compatible player 150 150 150    
Satellite radio 325 325 325    
Rear spoiler 275 275   300  
Fog lights 115        
Value Package       750  
195/55VR15       300  
Floor mats       95 95
Audio controls on steering wheel 172        
Side curtain airbags 348 348 348    
MP3-compatible player 132 132 132    
Satellite radio 286 286 286    
Rear spoiler 242 242   250  
Fog lights 101        
Value Package       665  
195/55VR15       260  
Floor mats       72 72
Options (change) 1,455 1,145 870 1,445 95
Options (change) 1,281 1,008 766 1,247 72
Destination 590 590 590 695 695
Total Price $17,245 $19,435 $18,860 $17,135 $16,885
Total Invoice $16,235 $18,325 $17,799 $16,422 $15,877

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Chevrolet Cobalt dealer quotes or Kia Rio dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Rio

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,695
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,613
Model Year20062006200620112011
ModelCobaltCobaltCobaltRioRio
TrimLTLTZSSLXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine145hp I4145hp I4171hp I4110hp I4110hp I4
TransmissionM5A4M5A4A4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 7?, 4?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/60-15205/55-16205/50-17195/55-15205/45-16
Total Price$17,245$19,435$18,860$17,135$16,885
Adjustments for Features0-2,075-100-1,035-1,335
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$17,245$17,360$18,760$16,100$15,550
Cost Above Minimum$0$115$1,515$550$0
Total Invoice$16,235$18,325$17,799$16,422$15,877
Adjustments for Features0-1,956-94-992-1,255
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$16,235$16,369$17,705$15,430$14,622
Cost Above Minimum$0$134$1,470$808$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20062006200620112011
ModelCobaltCobaltCobaltRioRio
TrimLTLTZSSLXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 $0  
4-speed automatic $800 $800$800
FWD$0$0$0$0$0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes  $150$150$150
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats   $0$0
Front side airbags   $350$350
Tire-pressure monitor   $75$75
Traction control $100   
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40$40$40  
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0$0  
Exterior 
Body kit  $0  
Bodyside moldings$75$75 $75$75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25 $25
Infotainment 
Aux input   $50$50
Bluetooth cell phone link   $100$100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125$125$125  
Automatic-off headlights   $25$25
Fog lights$125$125$125 $125
Heated mirrors   $25$25
Outside temperature display$50$50$50  
Trip computer$150$150$150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors   $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75 $75$75
Heated front seats $200   
Leather seating surfaces $900   
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 $150
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50  
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat   $50$50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350  $350$350
Machined alloy wheels $350   
Polished alloy wheels  $350  
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0  
Total Value of Features$1,115$3,190$1,215$2,150$2,450
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,075$100$1,035$1,335
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,956-94-992-1,255

Return to top

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20062011
ModelCobaltRio
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.3 in98.4 in
Length180.5 in167.3 in
Width67.9 in66.7 in
Height57.1 in57.9 in
Curb Weight2,781 lb.2,366 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.0 gal.11.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.0 in53.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room49.5 in50.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in42.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.4 in53.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room49.6 in50.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.7 in34.3 in
Cargo Volume13.9 ft311.9 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Rio specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Rio LX

195/55VR15 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
195/55VR15 tires400No
Alloy wheels350Yes
Total Requested35047%
Total Not Requested40053%
Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25No
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200Yes
Total Requested135078%
Total Not Requested37522%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.
See TrueDelta's information for all Coupes and Sedans.
See TrueDelta's information for all Chevrolet models.