Compare 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $15,120 | $14,395 | $14,965 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $14,288 | $13,569 | $14,078 |
| Destination | $660 | $670 | $580 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| Air Filter | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Cargo Net | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Cargo Tie Downs | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-dash | In-radio Display |
| Compass | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Urethane | Urethane | Urethane |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Lighter Elements | Front | Front | Front |
| Ashtray | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Manual | Manual |
| Rear Windows | Power | Fixed | Manual |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver | N/A | Driver |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Trip Computer | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | N/A | N/A |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | N/A | N/A |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Urethane | Urethane |
| Air Compressor | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 2-way | 4-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 2-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar Support | Driver | N/A | Driver |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench | 60-40 Bench | 60-40 Bench |
| Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Fixed | N/A | 2 - Fixed |
| Seat Trim | Premium Cloth | Cloth | Cloth |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | XM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Speakers | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Amplifier | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Equalizer | Automatic | N/A | Graphic |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Navigation System | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | N/A | N/A | 1 |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | N/A | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | N/A | N/A | Driver |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | Driveline | ABS And Driveline | N/A |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Automatic Crash Response (airbags And/or Sensors) | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Emergency Services | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Crisis Assist | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Door Unlock | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Roadside Assistance | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Horn And Lights | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Hands-Free Calling | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Vehicle Diagnostics | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | N/A | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | N/A | N/A |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | N/A | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Manual | Manual |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Ignition Disable | PASS-Key III+ | SecuriLock(R) | Sentry Key |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | THEFTLOCK | Standard | Optional |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/100,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/60,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain ( Unlimited Month/unlimited Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | GM TOTAL Warranty 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | Unlimited Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/100,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Fixed | Integrated Roof | Fixed |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Body-colored | N/A | Body-colored |
| Grille Trim | With Body-colored Bar | Chrome | Body-colored |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | Front | N/A |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 2 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Liftgate |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Manual Remote | Dual Manual Remote |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Exterior Power Sliding And Tilting Glass | N/A | N/A |
| Spoiler | Wing | N/A | Lip |
| Front Tires | P195/65SR15.0 BSW AS | P195/60TR15.0 BSW AS | P205/70TR15.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 15" Steel | 15" Steel | 15" Steel |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Fixed Interval | Variable Intermittent |
| Rear Window Wipers | N/A | N/A | Fixed Interval |
| Mud Flaps | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 2.2L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 | 1.8L I-4 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Brakes | Front Disc/rear Drum | Front Disc/rear Drum | Front Disc/rear Drum |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | Front-wheel |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Regular | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion Beam | Short And Long Arm | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Regular | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Transmission | 5-spd Man W/OD | 5-spd Man W/OD | 5-spd Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.74 | 3.56 | 4.12 |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 180.3 " | 175.0 " | 173.8 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 67.9 " | 66.7 " | 68.8 " |
| Exterior Height | 57.1 " | 58.6 " | 60.4 " |
| Engine | 2.2L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 | 1.8L I-4 |
| Horsepower | 148 @ 5,600 Rpm | 140 @ 6,000 Rpm | 148 @ 6,500 Rpm |
| Torque | 152 @ 4,200 Rpm | 136 @ 4,250 Rpm | 125 @ 5,200 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Fuel Economy - City | 25 Mpg | 24 Mpg | 24 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 36 Mpg | 35 Mpg | 29 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 8.6 Seconds | 8.0 Seconds | 8.9 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 16.7 Seconds | 16.4 Seconds | 17.1 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 86 Mph | 85 Mph | 81 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .8 | .8 | .8 |
| Slalom Speed | 60 Mph | 61 Mph | 59 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.39/3.72 " | 3.44/3.27 " | 3.38/3.05 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,216 Lbs. | 2,588 Lbs. | 2,966 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | N/A | N/A | 4,435 Lbs. |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | N/A | 2,380 Lbs. |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | N/A | 2,200 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 1,000 Lbs. | N/A | 1,000 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 103.3 " | 102.9 " | 103.7 " |
| Front Track | 58.7 " | 58.6 " | 59.8 " |
| Rear Track | 58.1 " | 58.1 " | 59.8 " |
| Turning Radius | 16.7 '' | 17.1 '' | 17.7 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | N/A | .32 | .38 |
| Front Legroom | 41.8 " | 41.7 " | 41.8 " |
| Rear Legroom | 33.7 " | 36.1 " | 35.7 " |
| Front Headroom | 38.5 " | 39.2 " | 39.8 " |
| Rear Headroom | 37.7 " | 38.3 " | 38.9 " |
| Front Hip Room | 49.6 " | 50.4 " | 52.2 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 46.4 " | 50.9 " | 49.6 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 53.0 " | 53.5 " | 54.2 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 51.4 " | 53.7 " | 53.4 " |
| Luggage Volume | 13.9 Cu.ft. | 13.8 Cu.ft. | 18.5 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 13.9 Cu.ft. | 13.8 Cu.ft. | 48.0 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 87 Cu.ft. | 93 Cu.ft. | 95 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 13.0 Gal. | 13.5 Gal. | 13.6 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Rear Seat | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 3 | N/A | N/A |
| Driver's | 4 | 4 | 5 |
| Front Seat | 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 5 | N/A | N/A |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | good | good | marginal |
| Chest | good | good | good |
| Driver Torso | marginal | N/A | poor |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | N/A | good |
| Structure/safety cage | good | acceptable | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | good | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | N/A | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | N/A | good |
| Overall Front | good | good | good |
| Overall Side | acceptable | N/A | marginal |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Driver Head Protection | good | N/A | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | good |
| Restraints | good | good | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | N/A | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Head/Neck | good | good | good |
| Dynamic Rating | good | good | marginal |
