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Used 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt Sedan Consumer Reviews

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3.5 out of 5 stars

Not the same car as the 2005-2007 models

GMcustomerNoMore, 10/24/2009
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt LT 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Used to have a 2005 LT: features, fit and finish were impeccable! Based on my experience, I bought a 2009 LT2 sight-unseen. First impression was the downgraded interior materials: silver plastic replaced wood-grain, vinyl for chrome, lower-quality leather. Engine compartment and trunk soundproofing were dropped so much noisier than the '05. Trunk lid does not sit flush and gaps between body panels vary widely. Trunk floor sags where spare tire well cover was eliminated. Center cap fell off after 2 weeks, a clicking noise developed in a rear door after 1 mo, molding above the driver's door peeling back after 5 mo and sunroof rattling after 6 mo. Goodwrench said irreparable under warranty!

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3.5 out of 5 stars

I am very sad.

John, 11/22/2009
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt LT 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I bought a 2009 Cobalt LT sedan two weeks ago. It is beautiful Sport Red Tint with Grey interior. After putting just 149 miles on it, the electric steering started making a death wail each time I turned a corner. The car now sits at the dealership. When they hooked up the diagnostic computer to it, TWENTY possible error codes came back. Fortunately, my salesman is letting me select another car, which is a shame, because I really liked that one. The 2009 rental Cobalt I am in drives perfectly with 31,000 miles on it. Maybe I just lucked out in getting the lemon?

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Short-time review

JJR60616, 01/13/2010
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

My expectations going in were low. I was just looking for a new car to replace my S10 Pickup my daughter beat up in a couple accidents. Looked for cheap cars, best rebates, something simple. Was pleasantly surprised at the handling, features, fit & finish and performance of the 2009 Cobalt.

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4 out of 5 stars

Great Value

GV, 02/20/2009
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt LT 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I've owned the car for about a month and haven't got a single regret. Got the car at an exceptional price with all the incentives even though I hadn't planned on buying a car. This car is way quicker than my venerable '98 Sunfire and with way more ammenities for thousands of dollars less. The car is a pleasant surprise with all it's features, conveniences and style.

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5 out of 5 stars

39 Mpg right from the Start!

buffalo Balt, 03/27/2009
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt XFE 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I looked at a few different cars in this class and ended up buying a great Cobalt XFE. The interior door panels are in need of new materials and and a better design. The Chrome door handle and storage are great but the Plastic is so rough you can grate cheese on it. That is the only dislike however about this great car. I looked at an 09 Corolla and that interior looked extremely cheap and was full of bad plastics & poor fitting panels. The cost of the Corolla 5 speed was 14,500 rock bottom price. The Cobalt with all the same equipment plus onstar and XM radio was $11,000 before tax. PLUS the Cobalt is getting 39 mpg in mixed driving &ts not even broken yet. The Cobalt is the way to go.

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