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Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Cobalt Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Cobalt Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $14,595

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $1,960

Lowest Total Invoice: $13,791

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $1,839

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620082008
ModelRioCobaltCobalt
TrimLXLTSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $12,695 $15,120 $19,695
Base Invoice $12,045 $14,288 $18,612
Power Package 600    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 400 400  
Rear spoiler 250 275  
Floor mats 70    
Bodyside moldings   100  
Power Package 535    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 357 352  
Rear spoiler 220 242  
Floor mats 54    
Bodyside moldings   88  
Options (change) 1,320 775 0
Options (change) 1,166 682 0
Destination 580 660 660
Total Price $14,595 $16,555 $20,355
Total Invoice $13,791 $15,630 $19,272

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Cobalt

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio LX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,785
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,674
Model Year200620082008
ModelRioCobaltCobalt
TrimLXLTSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine110hp I4148hp I4171hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 4228, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)185/65-14195/65-15205/50-17
Total Price$14,595$16,555$20,355
Adjustments for Features0-175-1,815
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$14,595$16,380$18,540
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,160
Total Invoice$13,791$15,630$19,272
Adjustments for Features0-165-1,718
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$13,791$15,465$17,554
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,089

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Cobalt

Model Year200620082008
ModelRioCobaltCobalt
TrimLXLTSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0$0
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control  $150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150 $150
Front side airbags$350  
Stability control  $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Traction control $100$100
Cargo Management 
Cargo net  $40
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0$0
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Bodyside moldings$75$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel  $125
Aux input $50$50
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Satellite radio $200$200
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125$125
Automatic-off headlights$25  
Fog lights  $125
Heated mirrors$25  
Outside temperature display $50$50
Trip computer $150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Polished alloy wheels  $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$750$925$2,565
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$175$1,815
Value of Feature Adjustments0-165-1,718

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See a complete comparison of Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Cobalt features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Cobalt

Model Year20062008
ModelRioCobalt
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase98.4 in103.3 in
Length166.9 in180.5 in
Width66.7 in67.9 in
Height57.9 in57.1 in
Curb Weight2,366 lb.2,781 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.9 gal.13.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.5 in53.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.8 in49.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.1 in51.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.0 in49.6 in
Row 2 Legroom34.3 in33.7 in
Cargo Volume11.9 ft313.9 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Cobalt specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Rio LX

Power Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25No
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200No
Total Requested87560%
Total Not Requested57540%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cobalt LT

Antilock brakes (ABS)
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100No
Total Requested40080%
Total Not Requested10020%

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