![]() ![]() "Don't bother to rev the SS to heady levels to make power the car builds speed fast, almost stealthily, and carries it well," compliments Motor Trend. Reviewers are more pleased with the next-level 173-hp SS engine. ![]() The Sacramento Bee says, "At a time of gas-pump-price shock, those are welcome numbers from an internal combustion engine." Another plus is that regular unleaded fuel is recommended. According to the EPA, the 2.2-liter manual transmission is rated at 22 miles per gallon in the city and 31 miles per gallon on the highway. Auto Mall USA says, "It was smooth, but never felt truly powerful until it was revving very high." New Car Test Drive says, "If you want enjoyment in your driving you'll have to step up to the SS models." Though power may be lacking, fuel economy is a plus. Automobile Magazine calls the base 2.2-liter DOHC Ecotec engine "quiet, a minor miracle in itself." USA TODAY reports, "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 SS upgrades to a 173-hp 2.4-liter high-output engine, and the high-performance SS Supercharged boasts a 205-hp 2.0-liter supercharged and intercooled engine. The base-model LS, three LT models and LTZ sedan pack a 148-horsepower 2.2-liter engine, which is an inprovement of 3 hp from the 2005 model. The 2007 Chevy Cobalt comes with three engine options. The top-of-the line LTZ trim adds fog lamps, traction control, ABS, leather seats, and XM radio, and still comes in just shy of $20,000.The Cobalt receives praise for its good handling and stiff chassis, which the New York Times says is a "nice balance between cushy and responsive." Reviewers largely find that the Cobalt delivers spirited performance, though annoying exhaust noise is a repeated criticism. The base LS models have a fair amount of standard equipment, including air conditioning with cabin filter, an AM/FM/CD player with MP3 input jack, height-adjustable driver's seat, a tachometer, and a rear 60/40 split bench seat with trunk pass throughOpting for the LT trim can add body color fascias, power windows, mirrors and door locks, an upgraded stereo, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, or cruise control. Optional are Recaro front bucket seats with plenty of lateral support.Most buyers are more likely to choose the less performance-oriented versions, but the Cobalt doesn't disappointment here either. It also comes with four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, an AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, and a large rear spoiler. Along with impressive performance, you also get a modified sport suspension, and wide 45-series tires on 18-inch wheels. This allows the supercharged SS coupe to go from zero to 60 in about six seconds pretty impressive for a sporty car under $22,000. A supercharged version of the 2.4 is available on the coupe only, and is good for 205 horsepower. ![]() Choosing the SS version of either model gets you a 170-horsepower bored-and-stroked 2.4L Ecotec with variable cam timing. With three engine choices and four trim levels for each of two body styles, the Cobalt also offers buyers a lot of room for personalization.The standard engine for both the coupe and sedan is a 140-horsepower, 2.2L Ecotec four-cylinder. Based on GM's Delta platform, which also underpins the Saturn Ion, the Cobalt adds a lot of refinements over its Saturn counterpart in both powertrain and chassis tuning. Introduced in 2005 as a replacement for the Chevrolet Cavalier, the 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is in every way a more rewarding car to drive. ![]()
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