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Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Rio Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Rio Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $15,760

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $3,000

Lowest Total Invoice: $14,912

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $2,747

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2009200920092009
ModelCobaltCobaltCobaltRio
TrimLT2LTSSSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $16,460 $18,860 $23,425 $14,025
Base Invoice $15,555 $17,667 $22,137 $13,305
MY LINK Package 995      
Revolution Package 295      
Rear spoiler 275 275 275  
Temporary spare tire 75 75 75  
Audio controls on steering wheel   245    
Power Package       600
Antilock brakes (ABS)       400
Floor mats       85
MY LINK Package 876      
Revolution Package 260      
Rear spoiler 242 242 242  
Temporary spare tire 66 66 66  
Audio controls on steering wheel   216    
Power Package       535
Antilock brakes (ABS)       357
Floor mats       65
Options (change) 1,640 595 350 1,085
Options (change) 1,444 524 308 957
Destination 660 660 660 650
Total Price $18,760 $20,115 $24,435 $15,760
Total Invoice $17,659 $18,851 $23,105 $14,912

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Rio

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,700
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,465
Model Year2009200920092009
ModelCobaltCobaltCobaltRio
TrimLT2LTSSSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine155hp I4155hp I4260hp I4110hp I4
TransmissionM5A4M5M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 4228, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16205/55-16225/40-18195/55-15
Total Price$18,760$20,115$24,435$15,760
Adjustments for Features-300-1,165-1,3400
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$18,460$18,950$23,095$15,760
Cost Above Minimum$0$490$4,635$0
Total Invoice$17,659$18,851$23,105$14,912
Adjustments for Features-282-1,092-1,2670
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$17,377$17,759$21,838$14,912
Cost Above Minimum$0$382$4,461$0

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Rio

Model Year2009200920092009
ModelCobaltCobaltCobaltRio
TrimLT2LTSSSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 $0$0
4-speed automatic $800  
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control$150$150$150 
Remote start $150  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes  $150$150
Front side airbags   $350
Stability control  $400 
Traction control$100$100$100 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40$40 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0$0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75 $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25   
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100$100 
MP3-compatible player$50$50$50 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 $225 
USB port$25 $25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125$125$125 
Automatic-off headlights   $25
Boost gauge  $75 
Fog lights$125  $125
Heated mirrors   $25
Outside temperature display$50$50$50 
Trip computer$150$150$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75 $75
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50 
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat   $50
Metal pedals   $75
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces  $450 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels   $350
Machined alloy wheels$350$350$350 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Transmission 
Launch control  $100 
No-lift shift  $50 
Short-throw shifter (optional)  $0 
Total Value of Features$1,600$2,465$2,640$1,300
Value of Feature Adjustments$300$1,165$1,340$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-282-1,092-1,2670

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20092009
ModelCobaltRio
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.3 in98.4 in
Length180.5 in166.9 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

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cobalt LT

MY LINK Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100No
205/55R16 tires400No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Cruise control150No
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Machined alloy wheels350No
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation25No
USB port25No
Total Requested67537%
Total Not Requested115063%
Revolution Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Additional chrome trim0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25No
Chrome grille (optional)0No
Total Requested12583%
Total Not Requested2517%

Option Package Details
Kia Rio SX

Antilock brakes (ABS)
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
4-wheel disc brakes150Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25No
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200No
Total Requested100063%
Total Not Requested57537%

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