2005 Chevrolet Cobalt

Pros: The Cobalt SS handles more like a high-powered sport motorcycle than a 4-wheeler

Cons: Low utility cup holders

The Bottom Line: The combination of a high-revving engine, slick shifting, rapid acceleration, very responsive braking, and highly responsive steering makes this car a joy to drive!

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Pros: Fun factor, great premium sound system, "cool" design, quiet ride.

Cons: Cup holders (ugh), small back seat. Steering-assist will not appeal to everyone

The Bottom Line: For what it is (competition for the Civic and it's ilk) the Cobalt is a bold and well-done entry into the field. Those expecting more will be disappointed.

Review: Corvette's Little Brother Introduction I'll admit it, when I first saw the Cobalt commercial, I was won over. The commercial was 'Bump', and it's the one where the Cobalt bumps a C6 Corvette, and the C6 wheels around to 'berate' it's smaller ...

Pros: Styling, refinement, power, awesome stereo.

Cons: A few cheap decisions from the GM bean counters.

The Bottom Line: Definitely put this on the top of your list if you're in the market for a sporty coupe.

Review: Until recently, I drove a 2002 Honda Civic LX sedan. No problems with that car at all but it was time to give it to my sister and buy something else. I researched all of the many cars in the economy compact class and decided on the new Chevrolet ...

Pros: Price, Style, Mileage, Peppiness, comfortable ride.

Cons: Cramped if person is too tall. Back seats do not have much space.

The Bottom Line: If you are looking for a mid sized car BUY IT! Definitely prefered this car to Hyundai and is nicer looking than others in its class.

Review: As it says in the title, I love my cobalt. This may not be the opinion shared by all, but it is perfect for me and my needs. I wanted a new car, I wanted a cute car, I wanted a car that had 4 doors, but at the same time I did not want a big/long car. ...

Pros: Turns out to be just what we were hoping for.

Cons: Skimpy rear seat leg room. Poor rear window visibility for backing.

The Bottom Line: Enjoying this car even though I've been driving Suburbans and full-size pickups for the last 17 years.

Review: We have 3500 miles on our new Cobalt and are quite pleased. Checked first tankful and got 33.5 mpg on mostly highway miles, with occasional A/C use. While Toyota or Civic seem to get 5 mpg higher, the Cobalt was enough cheaper to equal the difference. ...

Pros: Acceleration; Sporty Look; Excellent Reliability; Great Price

Cons: Large trunk, but small opening; Hard to stop driving!

The Bottom Line: The best value and fun in it's class!

Review: I purchased my 2005 Cobalt Coupe just over two years ago now. I am a 20 yr old college student so this car is made pretty much directly for my segment. After driving the Civic and Corrolla before taking this one for a spin i was quite impressed with ...

Pros: It's a GM. You can't beat that kind of reputation.

Cons: I can't really think of any right now. I am very happy with my decision.

Review: I got my new Cobalt about 2 months ago. After shopping and test driving for days and days, I got into the Cobalt and never looked back. I knew I wanted it red. I thought I wanted a sedan, but one look at the victory red coupe and it was love at first ...

Pros: Inexpensive, attractive, dependable, good mileage

Cons: Inexpensive interior treatment.

Review: Between my wife and I we've owned a total of four of the predecessors to the Cobalt--an 87, 91, 93 RS Wagon and 2000 Cavalier. All were purchased new. I drive my cars hard, put a lot of miles on them, and drive them places that would make most 4X4 ...

Pros: gas saver, interior, radio sound, peppy take off and trunk space

Cons: small back seat and trunk opening fairly small

Review: I just recently purchased a black 2005 cobalt. I have it a few weeks, and so far so good. The exterior has a very sporty type look for me, but the price is not sporty. I recently just noticed that it is not as durable as I would like it to be. I have to ...

Pros: Comfortable and quiet ride, impressive interior quality, feels substantial, looks bigger than it is.

Cons: Numb electric steering, droning exhaust note, unexciting dynamics, key rivals are soon to be redesigned.

The Bottom Line: Chevy has achieved parity with the current Civic and Corolla. But since those benchmarks are nearing the end of their production cycles, the Cobalt may not shine for long.

Review: My Experience I've always had a weakness for small Chevys, since my first car was an '84 Cavalier wagon, and I've always liked the idea of buying another one someday. Until very recently, though, it seemed that Chevrolet had grown too fat off ...