![]() The Sacramento Bee says, "At a time of gas-pump-price shock, those are welcome numbers from an internal combustion engine." Another plus: Regular fuel is recommended.Īll engine models are paired with a five-speed manual transmission, and a four-speed automatic is optional. ![]() According to the EPA, the 2.2-liter manual transmission rated at 24 miles per gallon in the city and 33 on the highway. According to Auto Mall USA, "It was smooth, but never felt truly powerful until it was revving very high." Though power may be lacking, fuel economy is a plus. Automobile Magazine calls the base 2.2-liter Ecotec engine "quiet, a minor miracle in itself." USA Today is also complimentary, noting that "The non-supercharged engine claims an adequate 145 horsepower, but feels as if it has more, even with several people aboard."īut some reviewers still feel it doesn't pack quite enough power. The more-powerful Cobalt Sport has a 2.4-liter High Output 4-cylinder engine that makes 171 horsepower and 167 pound-feet of torque. The base is a 2.2-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 148 horsepower and 152 pound-feet of torque. The 2008 Chevy Cobalt has two engine options. The Cobalt's stiff chassis and good handling provide what the New York Times calls a "nice balance between cushy and responsive." Acceleration and Power ![]() The Cobalt delivers spirited performance, though annoying exhaust noise is a repeated criticism. ![]()
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