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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: $20,825

Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT   
Difference: $7,940

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,731

Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT   
Difference: $7,914

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102012
ModelCobaltBeetle
Trim2LTTurbo
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Base Price $17,840 $23,395
Base Invoice $17,017 $22,459
Leather seating surfaces 795  
Sun and Sound Package 995  
Temporary spare tire 100  
Rear spoiler 275  
USB port 100  
Sunroof and Sound Package   3,000
Navigation Package   1,600
Leather seating surfaces 700  
Sun and Sound Package 876  
Temporary spare tire 88  
Rear spoiler 242  
USB port 88  
Sunroof and Sound Package   2,880
Navigation Package   1,536
Options (change) 2,265 4,600
Options (change) 1,994 4,416
Destination 720 770
Total Price $20,825 $28,765
Total Invoice $19,731 $27,645

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,065
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,151
Model Year20102012
ModelCobaltBeetle
Trim2LTTurbo
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Engine155hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionM5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)228, 7400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16235/45-18
Total Price$20,825$28,765
Adjustments for Features0-2,875
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,825$25,890
Total Invoice$19,731$27,645
Adjustments for Features0-2,763
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,731$24,882

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20102012
ModelCobaltBeetle
Trim2LTTurbo
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
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
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags $350
Stability control $400
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo net$40 
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
iPod integration $100
Navigation system $600
SD Card slot $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Boost gauge $75
Cornering lights $50
Fog lights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75
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 
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$965$3,840
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,875
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,763

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20102012
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 and Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
HD radio50No
SD Card slot25No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Center armrest(s), front row75No
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250No
Total Requested122556%
Total Not Requested95044%
Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Total Requested90051%
Total Not Requested85049%

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