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Chevrolet Cobalt vs Dodge Avenger

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2010 Chevrolet Cobalt

Overview

SpecChevrolet CobaltXFEDodge AvengerSE
Selected trimXFESE
Body styleCoupeSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manual4-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20102014

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet CobaltXFEDodge AvengerSE
MSRP$14,990 (best)$20,595
Lowest listing price$4,499 (best)
Median listing price$4,499 (best)
Highest listing price$4,499 (best)
For sale now01 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet CobaltXFEDodge AvengerSE
Combined MPG30 MPG (best)24 MPG
City MPG25 MPG (best)21 MPG
Highway MPG37 MPG (best)29 MPG
Fuel tank13 gal16.9 gal (best)

Performance

SpecChevrolet CobaltXFEDodge AvengerSE
Horsepower155 hp173 hp (best)
Torque150 lb-ft166 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.2 L2.4 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet CobaltXFEDodge AvengerSE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors24 (best)
Cargo volume13.9 cu ft (best)13.5 cu ft
Towing capacity1,000 lbs1,000 lbs
Curb weight2,721 lbs (best)3,400 lbs
Ground clearance5.4 in6 in (best)
Wheelbase103.3 in108.9 in (best)
Length180.5 in192.6 in (best)
Width67.9 in72.8 in (best)
Height55.5 in58.4 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet CobaltXFEDodge AvengerSE
NHTSA overallNot Rated4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)3 / 5 ★3 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side poleNot Rated2 / 5 ★ (best)
RolloverNot Rated4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)51 (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimChevrolet CobaltDodge Avenger
1

XFE

$14,990 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SE

$20,595 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

XFE

$14,990 MSRP

SXT

$23,295 MSRP

3

LS

$15,670 MSRP

R/T

$25,795 MSRP

4

LS

$15,670 MSRP

5

LT

$16,470 MSRP

6

LT

$16,470 MSRP

7

SS

$24,535 MSRP

Live inventory

Chevrolet Cobalt vs Dodge Avenger FAQ

Which is better: 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt vs 2014 Dodge Avenger on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt starts lower at $14,990. Live Dodge Avenger listings start at $4,499.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
The 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (14,990).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
The 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
Which has better horsepower: 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
The 2014 Dodge Avenger leads on horsepower in this comparison (283).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt vs 2014 Dodge Avenger?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); Dodge Avenger (4/5 NHTSA overall).