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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: $21,485

Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT   
Difference: $10,785

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,057

Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT   
Difference: $10,956

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092016
ModelCobaltBeetle
Trim2LTR-Line SEL
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Base Price $18,860 $31,450
Base Invoice $17,667 $30,193
Leather seating surfaces 795  
Sun and Sound Package 995  
Temporary spare tire 75  
USB port 100  
Leather seating surfaces 700  
Sun and Sound Package 876  
Temporary spare tire 66  
USB port 88  
Options (change) 1,965 0
Options (change) 1,730 0
Destination 660 820
Total Price $21,485 $32,270
Total Invoice $20,057 $31,013

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,685
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,016
Model Year20092016
ModelCobaltBeetle
Trim2LTR-Line SEL
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Engine155hp I4210hp I4
TransmissionA4M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)228, 7400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16235/40-19
Total Price$21,485$32,270
Adjustments for Features0-4,100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,485$28,170
Total Invoice$20,057$31,013
Adjustments for Features0-3,940
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,057$27,073

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20092016
ModelCobaltBeetle
Trim2LTR-Line SEL
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote start$150 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Blind spot warning system $200
Brake assist $50
Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear $100
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Front side airbags $350
Rearview camera $200
Secondary collision brake assist $25
Stability control $400
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo net$40 
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
HD radio $50
Mirrorlink support $0
Navigation system $600
SD Card slot $25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Traffic + travel information $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Boost gauge $75
Chronometer $100
Cornering lights $50
Fog lights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Leather door panel trim $250
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Metal pedals $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Machined alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$1,565$5,665
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,100
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,940

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20092016
ModelCobaltBeetle
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.3 in100.0 in
Length180.3 in168.4 in
Width67.9 in71.2 in
Height55.7 in58.5 in
Curb Weight2,731 lb.3,013 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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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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