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Nissan LEAF vs. Chevrolet Cobalt Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan LEAF vs. Chevrolet Cobalt Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,360

Chevrolet Cobalt SS   
Difference: $4,380

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,039

Chevrolet Cobalt SS   
Difference: $4,164

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122009
ModelLEAFLEAFCobalt
TrimSVSLSS
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Base Price $35,200 $37,250 $23,425
Base Invoice $33,707 $35,668 $22,137
Floor mats 170 170  
Cargo net 20 20  
Rear spoiler     275
Floor mats 131 131  
Cargo net 15 15  
Rear spoiler     242
Options (change) 190 190 275
Options (change) 146 146 242
Destination 850 850 660
Gas Tax -7,500 -7,500 0
Total Price $28,740 $30,790 $24,360
Total Invoice $27,203 $29,164 $23,039

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan LEAF vs. Chevrolet Cobalt

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cobalt SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,290
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,239
Model Year201220122009
ModelLEAFLEAFCobalt
TrimSVSLSS
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Engine107hp E107hp E260hp I4
TransmissionA1A1M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6228, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16205/55-16225/40-18
Total Price$28,740$30,790$24,360
Adjustments for Features-3,090-4,7150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,650$26,075$24,360
Cost Above Minimum$0$425$0
Total Invoice$27,203$29,164$23,039
Adjustments for Features-2,925-4,4660
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,278$24,698$23,039
Cost Above Minimum$0$420$0

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Features Comparison: Nissan LEAF vs. Chevrolet Cobalt

Model Year201220122009
ModelLEAFLEAFCobalt
TrimSVSLSS
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
1-speed automatic$800$800 
5-speed manual  $0
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel$100$100 
Photovoltaic solar panel $250 
Proximity key$250$250 
Remote app$25$25 
Universal garage door opener $100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Brake assist$50$50 
Front side airbags$350$350 
Rearview camera $200 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75 
Cargo mat$40$40 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200 
Interior air filter  $0
Rear wiper$175$175 
Engine / Motor 
24 kWh battery pack$0$0 
DC quick-charging capability $750 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
Navigation system$600$600 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150 
Automatic headlights $125$125
Boost gauge  $75
Detailed driving style feedback$100$100 
Digital instruments$0$0 
Fog lights $125 
Heated mirrors$25$25 
LED headlights$1000$1000 
Tachometer  $75
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats$200$200 
Heated second row seats$200$200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces  $450
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Launch control  $100
No-lift shift  $50
Short-throw shifter (optional)  $0
Total Value of Features$4,390$6,015$1,300
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,090$4,715$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,925-4,4660

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan LEAF vs. Chevrolet Cobalt

Model Year20122009
ModelLEAFCobalt
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in103.3 in
Length175.0 in180.5 in
Width69.7 in67.9 in
Height61.0 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,367 lb.2,781 lb.
Fuel Capacity0.0 gal.13.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.2 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.4 in53.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.5 in49.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.1 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.5 in51.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.0 in49.6 in
Row 2 Legroom31.1 in33.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
14.5 ft313.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
0.0 ft313.9 ft3

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