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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: $14,595

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $3,200

Lowest Total Invoice: $13,791

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $3,018

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2009200920092006
ModelCobaltCobaltCobaltRio
TrimLT2LTSSLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $16,460 $18,860 $23,425 $12,695
Base Invoice $15,555 $17,667 $22,137 $12,045
Rear spoiler 275 275 275 250
Antilock brakes (ABS) 400     400
Power Package       600
Floor mats       70
Rear spoiler 242 242 242 220
Antilock brakes (ABS) 352     357
Power Package       535
Floor mats       54
Options (change) 675 275 275 1,320
Options (change) 594 242 242 1,166
Destination 660 660 660 580
Total Price $17,795 $19,795 $24,360 $14,595
Total Invoice $16,809 $18,569 $23,039 $13,791

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Rio

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio LX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,825
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,664
Model Year2009200920092006
ModelCobaltCobaltCobaltRio
TrimLT2LTSSLX
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)195/60-15205/55-16225/40-18185/65-14
Total Price$17,795$19,795$24,360$14,595
Adjustments for Features-375-1,940-2,4650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$17,420$17,855$21,895$14,595
Cost Above Minimum$0$435$4,475$0
Total Invoice$16,809$18,569$23,039$13,791
Adjustments for Features-354-1,820-2,3310
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$16,455$16,749$20,708$13,791
Cost Above Minimum$0$294$4,253$0

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Rio

Model Year2009200920092006
ModelCobaltCobaltCobaltRio
TrimLT2LTSSLX
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 
Remote start $150  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes  $150$150
Front side airbags   $350
Stability control  $400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75$75$75 
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
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel  $125 
Aux input$50$50$50 
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100 
MP3-compatible player$50$50$50 
Satellite radio$200$200$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125$125$125 
Automatic-off headlights   $25
Boost gauge  $75 
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
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50 
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat   $50
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces  $450 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Machined alloy wheels $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$1,125$2,690$3,215$750
Value of Feature Adjustments$375$1,940$2,465$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-354-1,820-2,3310

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20092006
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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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Rio specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Rio LX

Antilock brakes (ABS)
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
4-wheel disc brakes150Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25No
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200No
Total Requested87560%
Total Not Requested57540%

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