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Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Toyota Prius c Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Toyota Prius c Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,085

Chevrolet Cobalt LT   
Difference: $4,550

Lowest Total Invoice: $17,945

Chevrolet Cobalt LT   
Difference: $4,060

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092009200920122012
ModelCobaltCobaltCobaltPrius cPrius c
TrimLT2LTSSThreeFour
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $16,460 $18,860 $23,425 $21,635 $23,230
Base Invoice $15,555 $17,667 $22,137 $20,140 $21,625
Audio controls on steering wheel 245 245      
Cruise control 275        
Sun and Wheel Package 995        
Rear spoiler 275 275 275    
Temporary spare tire 75 75 75    
USB port 100 100      
Sun and Sound Package   995      
Sunroof     750 850 850
Alloy wheels       390  
Audio controls on steering wheel 216 216      
Cruise control 242        
Sun and Wheel Package 876        
Rear spoiler 242 242 242    
Temporary spare tire 66 66 66    
USB port 88 88      
Sun and Sound Package   876      
Sunroof     660 757 757
Alloy wheels       348  
Options (change) 1,965 1,690 1,100 1,240 850
Options (change) 1,730 1,488 968 1,105 757
Destination 660 660 660 760 760
Total Price $19,085 $21,210 $25,185 $23,635 $24,840
Total Invoice $17,945 $19,815 $23,765 $22,005 $23,142

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Toyota Prius c

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cobalt LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,075
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $825
Model Year20092009200920122012
ModelCobaltCobaltCobaltPrius cPrius c
TrimLT2LTSSThreeFour
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine155hp I4155hp I4260hp I473hp I4 H73hp I4 H
TransmissionM5A4M5CVTCVT
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4228, 7228, 7?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16205/55-16225/40-18175/65-15175/65-15
Total Price$19,085$21,210$25,185$23,635$24,840
Adjustments for Features0-1,065-1,215-3,475-3,825
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$19,085$20,145$23,970$20,160$21,015
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,060$4,885$0$855
Total Invoice$17,945$19,815$23,765$22,005$23,142
Adjustments for Features0-995-1,146-3,235-3,564
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$17,945$18,820$22,619$18,770$19,578
Cost Above Minimum$0$875$4,674$0$808

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Toyota Prius c

Model Year20092009200920122012
ModelCobaltCobaltCobaltPrius cPrius c
TrimLT2LTSSThreeFour
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 $0  
4-speed automatic $800   
CVT   $1000$1000
FWD$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key   $250$250
Remote start $150   
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual   $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes  $150  
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats   $0$0
Brake assist   $50$50
Front side airbags   $350$350
Knee airbag, driver   $75$75
Seat cushion airbag, driver   $75$75
Seat cushion airbag, passenger   $75$75
Stability control  $400$400$400
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover   $75$75
Cargo net $40$40  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front   $200$200
Rear wiper   $175$175
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop   $150$150
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75   
Infotainment 
App support   $0$0
Bluetooth audio streaming   $25$25
HD radio   $50$50
Navigation system   $600$600
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200   
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225  
Traffic + travel information   $25$25
Voice control for nav and audio   $100$100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125$125$125  
Boost gauge  $75  
Detailed driving style feedback   $100$100
Digital instruments   $0$0
Fog lights    $125
Heated mirrors    $25
Large energy flow and fuel economy display   $25$25
Tachometer$75$75$75  
Turn signals on or near mirrors   $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75 $75$75
Floor mats$75$75$75  
Heated front seats    $200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50  
Synthetic leather seating surfaces    $0
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces  $450  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels   $350$350
Electronic systems calibration selector   $200$200
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$1,250$2,315$2,465$4,725$5,075
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,065$1,215$3,475$3,825
Value of Feature Adjustments0-995-1,146-3,235-3,564

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Toyota Prius c

Model Year20092012
ModelCobaltPrius c
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.3 in100.4 in
Length180.5 in157.3 in
Width67.9 in66.7 in
Height57.1 in56.9 in
Curb Weight2,781 lb.2,501 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.0 gal.9.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in38.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.0 in52.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room49.5 in51.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in37.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.4 in51.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room49.6 in50.8 in
Row 2 Legroom33.7 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
13.9 ft317.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
13.90.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cobalt LT

Sun and Wheel Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
205/55R16 tires400No
Sunroof900Yes
Map lights25No
Machined alloy wheels350No
Total Requested140064%
Total Not Requested77536%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT

Sun and Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Map lights25No
Pioneer, 228W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90071%
Total Not Requested37529%

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