| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
| Model | Chevrolet HHR | Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 103.3 in | 0.2 in |
| Length | 176.2 in | 180.5 in | -4.3 in |
| Width | 69.1 in | 67.9 in | 1.2 in |
| Height | 63.1 in | 57.1 in | 6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3280 lb. | 2975 lb. | 305 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 13.0 gal. | 3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.5 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 53.0 in | 0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.1 in | 49.5 in | 0.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.8 in | -1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.7 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 51.4 in | 1.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.6 in | 49.6 in | 1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 33.7 in | 5.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 75.5 in (over 2 rows) | 4.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.7 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | 43.8 ft3 |
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Wagon 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is roomy and comfortable. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
| 2009 | 4dr Wagon 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The HHR has one of the most comfortable seats for me of most of the cars that I have driven. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Roomy enough for 2 adults in the rear seats with plenty of room left behind seat for luggage or gear. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 149-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
2 kids in the back and they have plenty of room see full Chevrolet HHR review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Larger than normal 4-door car see full Chevrolet HHR review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 149-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is adjustable and relaxing. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
seat-back very annoying and driving position difficult to get right see full Chevrolet HHR review |
| 2009 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
low roof limits passenger packaging space - poor knee room see full Chevrolet HHR review |
| 2009 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
little leg room see full Chevrolet HHR review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Could be a bit deeper and more supportive see full Chevrolet HHR review |
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
4 door has more headroom and backseat is much improved over the 2 door i previously owned see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
With only 2 doors, the rear seats are pretty much useless. Obviously, if you really have to, you can fit people back there, but no one will want to climb back there when everyone at work is going out to lunch. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
| 2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Not alot of head room and the steering wheel does not telescope. I fit in it fine but someone tall might not. minor thing really. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Hard and thin seat cushions. Legs would feel fatigue after a couple hours of driving. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |