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Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Nissan Maxima Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Nissan Maxima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,185

Chevrolet Cobalt SS   
Difference: $7,180

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,765

Chevrolet Cobalt SS   
Difference: $5,870

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920132013
ModelCobaltMaximaMaxima
TrimSSSSV
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,425 $31,000 $33,240
Base Invoice $22,137 $28,396 $30,444
Temporary spare tire 75    
Sunroof 750    
Rear spoiler 275 380 380
5-speed manual 0    
Floor mats   195 195
Temporary spare tire 66    
Sunroof 660    
Rear spoiler 242 303 303
5-speed manual 0    
Floor mats   146 146
Options (change) 1,100 575 575
Options (change) 968 449 449
Destination 660 790 790
Total Price $25,185 $32,365 $34,605
Total Invoice $23,765 $29,635 $31,683

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Nissan Maxima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cobalt SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,610
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,517
Model Year200920132013
ModelCobaltMaximaMaxima
TrimSSSSV
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine260hp I4290hp V6290hp V6
TransmissionM5CVT-6CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/30 MPG19/26 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)228, 7?, 8?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18245/45-18245/45-18
Total Price$25,185$32,365$34,605
Adjustments for Features0-2,570-3,820
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,185$29,795$30,785
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$990
Total Invoice$23,765$29,635$31,683
Adjustments for Features0-2,353-3,497
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,765$27,282$28,186
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$904

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year200920132013
ModelCobaltMaximaMaxima
TrimSSSSV
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250$250
Remote window/roof operation $15$15
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Universal garage door opener  $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
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40$40
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 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash $325$325
CD player$125  
Satellite radio$200  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225  
USB port$25  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150
Boost gauge$75  
Compass  $0
Fog lights  $125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
Interior ambient lighting $150$150
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$75
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Door sill trim plates $100$100
Leather seating surfaces  $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, passenger 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  
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Transmission 
Launch control$100  
No-lift shift$50  
Short-throw shifter (optional)$0  
Total Value of Features$1,910$4,480$5,730
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,570$3,820
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,353-3,497

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Nissan Maxima features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20092013
ModelCobaltMaxima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.3 in109.3 in
Length180.5 in190.6 in
Width67.9 in73.2 in
Height57.1 in57.8 in
Curb Weight2,975 lb.3,556 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.0 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.0 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room49.5 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in43.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in36.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.4 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room49.6 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom33.7 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume13.9 ft314.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Nissan Maxima specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima S

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%

Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SV

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%

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