Chevrolet Cobalt vs Kia Optima
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2020 Kia Optima
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet CobaltXFE | Kia OptimaLX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | XFE | LX |
| Body style | Coupe | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2010 | 2020 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet CobaltXFE | Kia OptimaLX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $14,990 (best) | $23,390 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet CobaltXFE | Kia OptimaLX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 29 MPG |
| City MPG | 25 MPG | 25 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 37 MPG (best) | 35 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13 gal | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet CobaltXFE | Kia OptimaLX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 155 hp | 185 hp (best) |
| Torque | 150 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.2 L | 2.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet CobaltXFE | Kia OptimaLX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 13.9 cu ft | 15.9 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 2,721 lbs (best) | 3,230 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.4 in (best) | 5.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.3 in | 110.4 in (best) |
| Length | 180.5 in | 191.1 in (best) |
| Width | 67.9 in | 73.2 in (best) |
| Height | 55.5 in | 57.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet CobaltXFE | Kia OptimaLX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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.
| Trim | Chevrolet Cobalt | Kia Optima |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | XFE $14,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $23,390 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | XFE $14,990 MSRP | S $24,890 MSRP |
| 3 | LS $15,670 MSRP | SE $26,390 MSRP |
| 4 | LS $15,670 MSRP | EX $27,190 MSRP |
| 5 | LT $16,470 MSRP | EX $29,310 MSRP |
| 6 | LT $16,470 MSRP | EX Premium $30,190 MSRP |
| 7 | SS $24,535 MSRP | SX $32,190 MSRP |
| 8 | — | EX $36,090 MSRP |