Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Cobalt
When we compare the Kia Rio's and the Chevrolet Cobalt's specifications and ratings, the Kia Rio has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Chevrolet Cobalt has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Kia Rio's and the Chevrolet Cobalt's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Cobalt Pricing
A used 2010 Kia Rio ranges from $3,620 to $9,682 while a used 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is priced between $2,997 to $9,904.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Rio’s base engine makes 110 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Cobalt base engine makes 155 horsepower. The Rio is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 405 miles. The Cobalt is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 488 miles.This gives the Kia Rio the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chevrolet Cobalt the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Kia Rio has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Chevrolet Cobalt has the advantage in the area of cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3620 - 9682
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.386264
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2997 - 9904
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Kia Rio Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.804689 / 10
Reliability:
7.509378 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Cobalt Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Kia Rio Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
8 out of / 17Ranking
9 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 17Ranking
11 out of / 17Ranking
12 out of / 12Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
18 out of / 43Ranking
21 out of / 43Ranking
21 out of / 43Ranking
35 out of / 43Chevrolet Cobalt Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Kia Rio Trim Levels
Base, LX, SX
Chevrolet Cobalt Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
110 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
107 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 34 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
333 / 405 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 / 37 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 488 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
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:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Cargo Space:
11.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
92.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.4 inches
Cargo Space:
13.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
87.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2365 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
166.9 inches
Wheelbase:
98.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2783 lbs
Width:
67.9 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
180.5 inches
Wheelbase:
103.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 x 5.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P175/70R14
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/60R15