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3.88 out of 5 stars

Chevrolet Cobal

?, 02/05/2005
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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Difficult to read the speedometer in the daytime. Would rather forego tach and have speedometer in center. Hard to enter and exit due to slope of windshield. Once inside, the car drives great. Good acceleration and good steering - cornering.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Basic but Fun

BP, 02/07/2005
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I got a base model Cobalt about 3 weeks ago and despite having nothing on my dealer "Options" form except "Floor Mats," this little ride has proven to be full of surprises. It's a quick four-banger and the standard CD player and roomy interior with folding back seats makes for many funs trips. I do think the seats are a bit stiff (probably to reduce driver fatigue) and the absence of a arm rest between the driver and passenger seats leaves my elbow searching for a place to rest. Otherwise the low sticker price and decent mpg make it a fair deal (currently 23.3 mpg). I find the new electric power stearing a bit sensitive on the expressway but the suspension gives a very smooth ride.

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4 out of 5 stars

Great Car

Hanna, 02/09/2005
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I wanted a 4-door sedan type model so I was stuck figuring which one to get: the new Cobalt, Corolla, or Mazda-3. Found out the Corolla was too pricey for even the most basic features and the Mazda-3 was very sporty looking but being a young mom, I wanted a car that had the sporty look but can pass for a family car as well. So I got the Cobalt! Its a great new car for the price that I got it for.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Strong Recomendation

Daniel, 02/19/2005
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I really enjoy this car. This is my first brand new car purchase and bought it without any research, and to be honest, I almost didn't test drive it. I was very attracted to its design and at the moment, that is all that matter. I was wrong though, there is much more to it. It handles well, has lots of pep, and is extremely quiet. I am a little disapointed in the MPG, but my last car got over 400 mile to the tank so anything is an adjustment. Nonetheless, this is a phenomenal buy and I have never been more satisfied.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best Compact Car In Years

krocket, 02/24/2005
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I've owned Honda Accords, and Toyota Camrys (from the early 90's, back when they were mostly 4 cylinder). The Cobalt is a sedan to be reckoned with. It is by far the best handling car I have owned to date. Highly recommend it to everyone! They are fun to drive, and great on gas. 145 HP, and 205 on the SS! Plenty of room for passengers and drivers. I have the 16" wheels, sport package, along with upgraded stereo and subwoofer. Turns on a dime! Nice size trunk, cool having the battery in the trunk! Driver information center is a treat. I plan to keep this car for a very very long time. Buy one, you won't regret it!

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