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Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Volkswagen Beetle Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,760

Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT   
Difference: $8,330

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,299

Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT   
Difference: $8,619

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920132013
ModelCobaltBeetleBeetle
Trim2LTTurboR-Line
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $18,860 $23,695 $30,135
Base Invoice $17,667 $22,747 $28,930
Leather seating surfaces 795    
Sun and Sound Package 995    
Temporary spare tire 75    
Rear spoiler 275    
USB port 100    
Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package   5,600  
Leather seating surfaces 700    
Sun and Sound Package 876    
Temporary spare tire 66    
Rear spoiler 242    
USB port 88    
Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package   5,376  
Options (change) 2,240 5,600 0
Options (change) 1,972 5,376 0
Destination 660 795 795
Total Price $21,760 $30,090 $30,930
Total Invoice $20,299 $28,918 $29,725

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,980
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,361
Model Year200920132013
ModelCobaltBeetleBeetle
Trim2LTTurboR-Line
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine155hp I4200hp I4210hp I4
TransmissionA4M6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)228, 7400, 9400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16235/40-19235/40-19
Total Price$21,760$30,090$30,930
Adjustments for Features0-2,350-2,600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,760$27,740$28,330
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$590
Total Invoice$20,299$28,918$29,725
Adjustments for Features0-2,258-2,499
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,299$26,660$27,226
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$566

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year200920132013
ModelCobaltBeetleBeetle
Trim2LTTurboR-Line
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250$250
Remote start$150  
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150$150
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Brake assist $50$50
Front side airbags $350$350
Stability control $400$400
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75$75
Cargo net$40  
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
CD changer, in-dash  $325
CD player$125$125 
HD radio  $50
iPod integration $100$100
Navigation system $600$600
SD Card slot $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200  
USB port$25  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125  
Boost gauge $75$75
Cornering lights $50$50
Fog lights $125$125
Heated mirrors $25$25
Interior ambient lighting $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Xenon HID headlights $500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100$100
Leather door panel trim $250$250
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Metal pedals $75$75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Machined alloy wheels$350  
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$2,040$4,390$4,640
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,350$2,600
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,258-2,499

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Volkswagen Beetle features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20092013
ModelCobaltBeetle
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.3 in99.9 in
Length180.3 in168.4 in
Width67.9 in71.2 in
Height55.7 in58.5 in
Curb Weight2,731 lb.2,940 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.7 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.0 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room49.5 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom35.7 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room49.0 in49.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom32.2 in31.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		13.9 ft315.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		13.929.9 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Volkswagen Beetle specs.

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%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle Turbo

Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
235/40HR19 tires400No
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Sunroof900Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Center armrest(s), front row75Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250No
HD radio50No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested220046%
Total Not Requested262554%

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