Chevrolet Cobalt - Overview

For a car that's less than $15,000, the Cobalt offers considerable thrills on the road. True, for the most thrills, you'll have to splurge for the turbocharged SS, but don't ignore the capabilities of the basic trims. Some report the Cobalt's basic four-cylinder engine is a bit coarse, others complain of a loud exhaust note, but still, the Cobalt has a level of sportiness you might not have expected. What it doesn't have is exceptional comfort. Like many affordable small cars, the Cobalt is not ideal for cross-country trips, especially if you'll have rear passengers.

The Chevy Cobalt was first introduced by General Motors in 2004. Sold as a coupe and sedan, it was brought in to replace the outgoing Chevrolet Cavalier. Sharing a platform with the Chevy HHR, the Pontiac G5 and the now-discontinued Saturn Ion, the Cobalt is described as a pleasant driving experience. In 2006 Chevy upped its excitement ante by adding the Cobalt SS coupe with a supercharged engine to its lineup. By 2008, the SS has replaced its supercharged engine with a turbocharged one. A sedan version of the SS is expected for the 2009 model year.

You can research the Chevy Cobalt by model year using the reviews below.