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Chevrolet Cobalt 2.2 i 16V (141 Hp) Automatic
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Chevrolet Cobalt:
The Chevrolet Cobalt is a compact car introduced by Chevrolet in 2004 for the 2005 model year. The Cobalt replaced both the Cavalier and the Toyota-based Geo/Chevrolet Prizm as Chevrolet's compact car. The Cobalt was available as both a coupe and sedan, as well as a sport compact version dubbed the Cobalt SS. Like the Chevrolet HHR and the Saturn ION, it was based on the GM Delta platform.
A Pontiac version was sold in the United States and Mexico under the G5 name for 2007–2009. It was sold as the Pontiac G4 in Mexico for 2005–2006 and as the Pontiac G5 in Canada for its entire run. The G5 replaced the Cavalier-related Pontiac Sunfire. While the Cobalt was available as a 2-door coupe and a 4-door sedan in all markets it was offered in, the G5 was only available as a coupé in the United States while a sedan version was sold alongside the coupé in Canada and Mexico....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Cobalt Overview:
Chevrolet Cobalt (Cobalt). With 203 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.9 l/100km). With a weight of 1301 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Chevrolet Cobalt was not tested by Euro NCAP. In North American tests (NHTSA/IIHS), it generally received average to good ratings for frontal impacts but struggled in side-impact tests without optional side airbags.
2.2 i 16V (141 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The automatic transmission provides smooth shifts but slightly dulls the engine's performance compared to the manual, making it less responsive.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is slightly worse than the manual version due to the automatic transmission, but it's still competitive within the compact automatic segment.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable purchase price and maintenance
- • Decent fuel economy from base engines
- • Available sporty SS models for enthusiasts
- • Simple and straightforward mechanics
- • Good value on the used car market
Cons:
- • Interior quality and materials are basic
- • Higher noise levels at highway speeds
- • Uninspired handling in base models
- • Basic safety features compared to rivals (especially without optional airbags)
- • Dated design compared to some competitors
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Cobalt |
| Generation: | Cobalt |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.2 i 16V (141 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2004 |
| End of production: | 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 141 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 64.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 203 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | L61 |
| Engine displacement: | 2198 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 94.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.2 kg/Hp, 108.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 156 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1301 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 49 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4584 mm mm |
| Width: | 1725 mm mm |
| Height: | 1450 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2624 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1492 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1476 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 195/60 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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