Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Honda Civic
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Cobalt and Honda Civic contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Chevrolet Cobalt and the Honda Civic.
When 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.
Pricing: A used 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt ranges from $2,490 to $9,067 while a used 2010 Honda Civic is priced between $4,505 to $12,326.
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: The Honda Civic has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
14990
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
15455
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Cars)
16307
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Cars)
13695 - 19685
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
5512
Price Range:
2490 - 9067
Category Avg Price:
N/A
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N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
47
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
139152
# Good or Great Deals:
12
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
8194
Price Range:
4505 - 12326
Category Avg Price:
(Compact Cars)
7490
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Cars)
6114 - 9731
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
228
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
142404
# Good or Great Deals:
52
Chevrolet Cobalt Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Honda Civic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.396005 / 10
Reliability:
9.132302 / 10
Retained Value:
9.055715 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Cobalt
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Honda Civic
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.8803538244798954
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
17.689225609605234
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
3.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
1.0 - 21.8
Chevrolet Cobalt Rankings
Not yet available
Honda Civic Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 37Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 37Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
6 out of / 37Ranking
9 out of / 37Ranking
11 out of / 37Ranking
30 out of / 37Available 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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
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 Specs
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
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Power outlet:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Available
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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 Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Imperial Blue Metallic
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Summit White
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Blue
Royal Blue Pearl
Silver
Alabaster Silver Metallic
White
Taffeta White
Interior Colors
Gray
Gray
Interior Colors
Gray
Gray
