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A Better 2007’s Model: The Chevrolet Cobalt for 2008

As time has gone by several things can be said about the Chevrolet Cobalt series: including the strong reaction most buyers have towards their car. The 4-cylinder engine is at the core of the strong emotions, it is reliable for its class and delivers a huge amount of torque.

Chevrolet Cobalt Engine Specs

The restyled Cobalt SS is equipped with a General Motors 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 16 valves. The Ecotec engine is paired with a Saab 5-speed transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Chevrolet.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Cobalt has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the Cobalt SS are 67.90 inches wide by 180.30 inches long. It sits a comfortable 57.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 103.30 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $13,925 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $13,159. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel is handled for the Cobalt is a SFI design, running on gasoline fuel. The gasoline is managed by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 13.00-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.

The 2008 Cobalt gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is exceptional for a coupe car.

Conclusion

There are several reasons why the Chevrolet Cobalt SS sold well in 2008. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Chevrolet, specifically a Cobalt.