Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Pontiac G5
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Cobalt and Pontiac G5 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 Pontiac G5.
In comparing the Chevrolet Cobalt's and the Pontiac G5'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. The Chevrolet Cobalt and Pontiac G5 have the same interior volume base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Cobalt's and the Pontiac G5's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Cobalt is a better car than the Pontiac G5.
Pricing: A used 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt ranges from $1,998 to $9,912 while a used 2009 Pontiac G5 is priced between $2,927 to $9,493.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the Chevrolet Cobalt and the Pontiac G5 makes 155 horsepower. The Cobalt is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 488 miles. The G5 is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 455 miles. This gives the Chevrolet Cobalt the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Pontiac G5. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Chevrolet Cobalt and Pontiac G5 are comparable in regards to interior volume, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
14990
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
16275
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
5457
Price Range:
1998 - 9912
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
46
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
117252
# Good or Great Deals:
9
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
5892
Price Range:
2927 - 9493
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
6
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
118382
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Chevrolet Cobalt Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Pontiac G5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Cobalt
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Pontiac G5
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.038313825019994
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.1462526170234195
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N/A
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Chevrolet Cobalt Rankings
Not yet available
Pontiac G5 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chevrolet Cobalt Trim Levels
LS, LS XFE, LT, LT XFE, SS, XFE
Pontiac G5 Trim Levels
Base, GT
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 / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
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):
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
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
155 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
150 foot-lbs @ 4900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
155 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
150 foot-lbs @ 4900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 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:
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 / 35 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
325 / 455 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
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:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
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
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:
38.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.3 inches
Cargo Space:
13.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
83.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2991 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:
2752 lbs
Width:
67.5 inches
Height:
55.6 inches
Length:
179.8 inches
Wheelbase:
103.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
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:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/60R15
Exterior Colors
Black
Black / Black Granite Metallic
Blue
Imperial Blue Metallic
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Summit White
Gray
Not available
Green
Not available
Red
Not available
Yellow
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Midnight Blue Metallic
Silver
Quicksilver Metallic
White
Summit White
Gray
Carbon Black Metallic / Dark Slate Metallic
Green
Silver Green Metallic
Red
Performance Red Tintcoat / Victory Red
Yellow
Competition Yellow
Interior Colors
Gray
Gray
Black
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Not available
Black
Ebony
