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Chevrolet CobaltOverviewManufacturerGeneral MotorsProduction2004–20102011–
2020Model years2005–2010 (North America)2012–2020Body and chassisClassCompact
carLayoutFront engine, front wheel driveChronologyPredecessorGeo/Chevrolet Prizm
(Cobalt)Chevrolet Cavalier (Cobalt)Pontiac Sunfire (G5)SuccessorChevrolet Cruze
(Cobalt)Buick Verano (G5) Chevrolet Onix (3rd generation)
The Chevrolet Cobalt is a compact car introduced by Chevrolet in 2004 for the 2005 model
year. The Cobalt replaced both the Cavalier and the Toyota-based Geo/Chevrolet Prizm as
Chevrolet's compact car. The Cobalt was available as both a coupe and sedan, as well as a
sport compact version dubbed the Cobalt SS. Like the Chevrolet HHR and the Saturn ION, it
was based on the GM Delta platform.
A Pontiac version was sold in the United States and Mexico under the G5 name for 2007–
2009. It was sold as the Pontiac G4 in Mexico for 2005–2006 and as the Pontiac G5 in
Canada for its entire run (where it was briefly known as the Pontiac Pursuit and later
Pontiac G5 Pursuit). The G5 replaced the Cavalier-related Pontiac Sunfire. While the Cobalt
was available as a 2-door coupe and a 4-door sedan in all markets it was offered in, the G5
was only available as a coupé in the United States while a sedan version was sold alongside
the coupé in Canada and Mexico.
As with their predecessors, all Cobalts and its Pontiac equivalents were manufactured at
GM's plant in Ramos Arizpe, Mexico and Lordstown, Ohio. The United States Environmental
Protection Agency classified the Cobalt as a subcompact car.[1]
Year-to-year changes[edit]
2005: Initially released with the L61 2.2 Ecotec in-line 4 cylinder with DOHC and 4 valves
per cylinder putting out 145 hp (108 kW) at 5600 RPM, and 155 lb⋅ft (210 N⋅m) at 4000
RPM. Later in the year a Cobalt SS coupe was added to the line-up, fitted with the LSJ, Eaton
M62 supercharged version of the 2.0 Ecotec engine. With a relatively high 9.5:1
compression ratio and 12.0 PSI of boost, it develops 205 hp (153 kW) at 5600 RPM and
200 ft⋅lb (271 N⋅m) at 4000 RPM. This delivered lively performance of 0-60MPH in 6
seconds and a standing qtr of 14.4 seconds.
2006: A naturally aspirated SS was added to the lineup. This car was equipped with the LE5
2.4 Ecotec engine with VVT on the intake and exhaust and a 10.4:1 compression ratio
developing 173 hp (129 kW) at 6200 RPM and 163 ft⋅lb (221 N⋅m) at 4800 RPM. This
provided performance of 0-60MPH in about 7.1 seconds and standing quarter time of 15.6s.
The LS became the base model while the LT was marketed as a mid-range package; the top
level trim was now the LTZ. In addition, as with most other GM vehicles that year, GM's
Mark of Excellence symbol was added to both front fenders near the doors.
2007: The 2.2L engine was retuned and now developed 148 hp (110 kW) at 5600 RPM and
152 ft⋅lb (206 N⋅m) at 4200 RPM while retaining the same fuel economy. Other changes
include a new console, new steering wheel and new radio head unit that features an audio
input jack. In addition, all models now used a 5x110 wheel bolt pattern, except the LS and
LT1 which retained the 4x100 bolt pattern. In addition, the 2007 model year marked the
introduction of a new 32-bit computer that replaced the 16-bit unit from 2006.
2008: The 2.4 L naturally aspirated, high-output SS coupe and SS sedan were renamed to
just "Sport Coupe" and "Sport Sedan" respectively. The 2.4 engine is also now rated with
slightly less power but more torque at 171 hp (128 kW)@ 6200 RPM and 167 ft⋅lb
(226 N⋅m)@ 4800 RPM. At mid-year, fuel economy was improved to 25.3 mpg-US
(9.3 L/100 km; 30.4 mpg-imp) city, 36.2 mpg-US (6.50 L/100 km; 43.5 mpg-imp) highway
on the LS and 1LT, coupe and sedan models with manual transmission; now labeled with
XFE badging (X-tra Fuel Economy).[3] XM Radio, side-impact air bags for improved safety,
and MP3 player were now standard instead of optional. StabiliTrak stability control system
was introduced. Other changes included the adding and removal of several exterior and
interior colors. The new facelifted Cobalt SS 2-dr coupe launched near the end of May 2008
with the LNF version of the Ecotec engine replacing the LSJ. This turbocharged 2.0 liter
engine with direct injection and VVT and a compression ratio of 9.2:1 has maximum boost
of 20 psi (1.4 bar), delivering 260 hp (190 kW) at 5300 rpm and 260 ft⋅lb (350 N⋅m) of
torque from 2500 to 5250 rpm. The SS turbo was quick, with a 0-60MPH time of just 5.5
seconds and quarter mile of about 14 seconds.
2008 (Special Edition "Revolution" Package): The special edition package for the Cobalt was
introduced on August 16, 2008, which featured all the options that were available on the
previous SS models except the turbocharged 2.0 engine. Instead it was once again built with
the 2.4 naturally aspirated engine similar to the Cobalt Sport models. The special edition
package could come with a sunroof, GM ground effects kit, the Getrag F23 5-speed manual
transmission, and additionally the 5 lug wheel bearings that the SS editions featured. The
special editions all had a "Special Edition" badge and came with unique variations of colors,
and racing stripes.[citation needed]
2009: The 2.4 L naturally aspirated "Sport Coupe and "Sport Sedan" models were both
deleted, along with the 2.2 L L61 engine. Both were replaced by the 2.2 L LAP engine which
featured dual VVT and 10.0:1 compression ratio thus providing better fuel economy and
more power (155 hp (116 kW))@6100RPM. Also, a 2.0 LNF Turbo SS sedan was added to
the lineup. Three exterior colors were changed, and an interior color deleted. Bluetooth
capabilities were added. An option for a reconfigurable performance display [4] available
on the SS coupe, could read out various engine output data and alter performance settings.
2009 (Team Canada Edition Package): For Canada, a "Team Canada Edition Package" was
offered beginning in 2009 and continuing into the 2010 model year for the LT.
2010: The car was replaced by the Chevy Cruze.[5] In Canada, the Team Canada Edition
Package was now standard on all LT models, and side-impact head curtain air bags were
finally standard on all models.
Safety[edit]
According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) the Cobalt receives an overall
top score of "Good" for front collisions.[6]
However, it receives a "Poor" overall score for side impacts without side curtain airbags,[7]
and an "Acceptable" overall score with side curtain airbags.[8] In 2008, side curtain airbags
became standard, but the Cobalt's structure remains the same and consequently in
structure/safety category of the IIHS's side impact test the Cobalt receives a "Marginal"
score. Side airbags are limited to the curtain type; torso type side airbags are unavailable.[9]
According to the IIHS's injury measurements taken from the side impact test, the driver's
torso is given a "Marginal" score.
The IIHS also found 2005-08 model year Cobalts had the highest fatality rate in the small 4
door car class, with 117 deaths per million registered years compared to its class average of
71.[10]
2010 NHTSA sedan crash test:[11]
Frontal Driver:
Frontal Passenger:
Side Driver:
Side Rear Passenger:
Rollover:
Before 2009 the Cobalt only offered stability control as an option on Sport models.[9]
Engines[edit]
Years
Engine
Power
Torque
2005–2006
2.2 L Ecotec L61 I4
145 hp (108 kW)
155 lb⋅ft (210 N⋅m)
2007–2008
2.2 L Ecotec L61 I4
148 hp (110 kW)
155 lb⋅ft (210 N⋅m)
2009–2010
2.2 L Ecotec LAP I4
155 hp (116 kW)
150 lb⋅ft (203 N⋅m)
2006
2.4 L Ecotec LE5 I4
173 hp (129 kW)
163 lb⋅ft (221 N⋅m)
2007–2008
2.4 L Ecotec LE5 I4
171 hp (128 kW)
167 lb⋅ft (226 N⋅m)
2005–2007
2.0 L Ecotec LSJ S/C I4
205 hp (153 kW)
200 lb⋅ft (271 N⋅m)
2008–2010
2.0 L Ecotec LNF Turbo I4
260 hp (194 kW)
260 lb⋅ft (353 N⋅m)
Sales[edit]
Model Year
U.S. Sales
2004
4,960
2005
212,667
2006
211,451
2007
200,621
2008
188,045
5,000
2009[19]
104,724
2010[20]
97,376
2011
127,472
Pontiac G5[edit]
Pontiac G5
The Pontiac G5 was a rebadged version of the Chevrolet Cobalt.
The Pontiac Pursuit was originally introduced in Canada as a sedan in 2005. The Pontiac
Pursuit was only available as a sedan and was only sold in Canada from 2005 to 2006. In
2006, another version of the vehicle was released called the Pontiac G5 Pursuit in Canada,
but it was now available as both a sedan and a coupe. This vehicle was available as both a
sedan and coupe also in Mexico as the Pontiac G4 from 2005 to 2006.
In the United States, the Pontiac G5 went on sale in 2006 as a 2007 model, serving as the
replacement for the Pontiac Sunfire. The Pontiac G5 in the United States was only available
as a coupe. However, in Canada, and in Mexico, the Pontiac G5 went on sale in early 2007 as
a 2007 model, available as both a sedan and coupe.
General Motors discontinued the Pontiac G5 in the United States in 2009. One year later in
2010, General Motors discontinued the Pontiac G5 in both Canada and Mexico. The G5 was
discontinued as a direct result of General Motors phasing out the Pontiac brand in 2010. In
the United States and in Mexico, the Chevrolet Cruze had replaced both Chevrolet Cobalt
and the Pontiac G5. The Buick Verano had replaced the Pontiac G5 in Canada.
Replacement[edit]
Main article: Chevrolet Cruze
In 2009, Chevrolet launched the Cobalt's eventual successor, the Chevrolet Cruze (based on
the new Delta II platform), in Europe, with launches in other markets (including the US)
following in 2010. The Cobalt ended production on June 23, 2010.[21][22] With the
discontinuation of the Pontiac brand by GM in 2010, the Buick Verano is marketed as the
G5's successor in Canada, while the Cruze serves as a de facto replacement for the Pontiac
G5 in the United States.
Gallery[edit]
Pontiac G5 GT Coupe
Interior
2016 Ravon R4
In January 2013, the Cobalt was launched in the Russian market, where it was imported
from Uzbekistan. There, it was offered with a 1.5-liter engine, producing 77 kW (105 PS)
and 134 N⋅m (99 lb⋅ft).[28] The Cobalt was retired in Russia in December 2015, when
Chevrolet decided to minimize its presence only to its iconic models. However, in late 2016,
it was reintroduced under the new Ravon marque as the Ravon R4.[24]
The Chevrolet Cobalt was assembled in Colombia too. It was equipped with a simple range
of two versions and a single 1.8-liter 8-valve 106-horsepower engine. With a very discreet
commercial performance and a taxi variant, its production in the Colombian market ended
in early 2016.[29]
References[edit]
^ "Chevy squeezes more miles out of Cobalt". Orlando Sentinel. September 14, 2008.
Archived from the original on December 5, 2008. Retrieved September 20, 2008.
^ "GM's Reconfigurable Performance Display an option for '09 Cobalt SS and HHR SS".
Motor Trend. August 26, 2008. Retrieved September 20, 2008.
^ "GM's recalled Cobalt was a failure from the start". CNN. April 21, 2014. Retrieved
December 2, 2018.
^ "IIHS-HLDI: 2005–07 Chevrolet Cobalt – SIDE IMPACT TEST WITHOUT OPTIONAL SIDE
AIRBAGS". Iihs.org. September 18, 2009. Archived from the original on May 10, 2013.
Retrieved January 4, 2011.
^ "IIHS-HLDI: 2005–07 Chevrolet Cobalt – SIDE IMPACT TEST WITH OPTIONAL SIDE
AIRBAGS". Iihs.org. September 18, 2009. Archived from the original on May 10, 2013.
Retrieved January 4, 2011.
^ a b "2008 Cobalt – Safety Features | Chevy Cobalt". Chevrolet. Archived from the original
on August 30, 2012. Retrieved January 4, 2011.
^ "Archived copy" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on June 11, 2014. Retrieved April
4, 2014.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
^ "Safercar.gov". Safercar.gov. Archived from the original on May 27, 2010. Retrieved April
22, 2010.
^
"GM announces Cobalt recall". The Vindicator. January 25, 2007. Archived from the original
on April 26, 2009. Retrieved September 20, 2008.
^ Reuters (March 2, 2010). "GM recalling 1.3 million vehicles over steering problems".
Retrieved 2010-03-02.
^ "GM recalls 40,859 cars for potential fuel leaks". USA Today. September 29, 2012.
Retrieved September 28, 2012.
^ Tim Higgins and Nick Summers (June 23, 2014). "If only they had listened - HOW A GM
LIFER SPENT YEARS TRYING TO WARN THE COMPANY, AND HOW IT SILENCED HIM".
Time Australia.
^ GM recall was delayed by internal miscues CNN Money, February 28, 2014
^ Fletcher, Michael A. (May 16, 2014). "GM fined $35M in ignition-switch case linked to 13
deaths". Washington Post.
^
Vlasic, Bill (March 28, 2014). "An Engineer's Eureka Moment With a G.M. Flaw". The New
York Times. Retrieved March 30, 2014.
^ "December 2010 Sales: General Motors – Cheers & Gears Forums". Cheersandgears.com.
January 3, 2011. Retrieved January 4, 2011.
^ "GM taking some unusual risks in bringing its Chevrolet Cruze small car to market".
cleveland.com. June 4, 2010. Retrieved January 4, 2011.
^ Wyler, Grace (June 22, 2010). "Lordstown's Cobalt rides quietly into history | vindy.com".
The Vindicator. Archived from the original on August 24, 2019. Retrieved June 28, 2022.
^ a b "Производство легковых автомобилей за десять месяцев на 18% превысило
показатели полного 2019 года".
^ a b "Chevrolet Cobalt, Made in Uzbekistan". Archived from the original on November 12,
2012. Retrieved December 2, 2018.
^ "UzAuto Motors started assembling cars of 5 models in Azerbaijan" (in Uzbek). December
29, 2021.
^ "All New 2012 Chevrolet Cobalt Revealed in Production Form, will be Available in 40
Countries". Carscoops. November 5, 2011. Retrieved April 14, 2016.
^ "El Chevrolet Cobalt salió de producció n tras 9 añ os de vida comercial". March 2, 2020.
^ "GM Brazil Officially Ended Production Of The Chevrolet Cobalt". GM Authority. March 17,
2020.
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