Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Honda Civic
In comparing the Chevrolet Cobalt's and the Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Cobalt has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Honda Civic has the advantage in the area of interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Cobalt's and the Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Cobalt is a better car than the Honda Civic.
Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Honda Civic Pricing
A used 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt ranges from $2,994 to $9,155 while a used 2010 Honda Civic is priced between $4,974 to $12,972.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Cobalt’s base engine makes 155 horsepower, and the Honda Civic base engine makes 140 horsepower. The Cobalt is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 488 miles. The Civic is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 449 miles. This gives the Chevrolet Cobalt the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Honda Civic. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Honda Civic has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room. The Chevrolet Cobalt has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Honda Civic has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2994 - 9155
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4974 - 12972
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.310074
Chevrolet Cobalt Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Honda Civic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.374731 / 10
Reliability:
9.024194 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chevrolet Cobalt Rankings
Not yet available
Honda Civic Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 18Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 11Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 43Ranking
13 out of / 26Ranking
21 out of / 26Ranking
24 out of / 43Ranking
37 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid, Natural Gas
Chevrolet Cobalt Trim Levels
LS, LS XFE, LT, LT XFE, SS, XFE
Honda Civic Trim Levels
DX, EX, EX w/Navi, EX-L, EX-L w/Navi, LX, Si, Si w/Navi, Si w/Navi w/Summer Tires, Si w/Summer Tires, GX, LX-S, VP
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
155 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
150 foot-lbs @ 4900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
140 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
128 foot-lbs @ 4300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 37 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 488 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 34 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
343 / 449 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49 inches
Cargo Space:
13.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
83.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.1 inches
Cargo Space:
11.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
83.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2721 lbs
Width:
67.9 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
180.3 inches
Wheelbase:
103.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2588 lbs
Width:
68.9 inches
Height:
55 inches
Length:
175.5 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available