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Chevrolet Cobalt vs Nissan Sentra

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

Vehicles

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2010 Chevrolet Cobalt

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2027 Nissan Sentra

Overview

SpecChevrolet CobaltXFENissan SentraS
Selected trimXFES
Body styleCoupeSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manualcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20102027

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet CobaltXFENissan SentraS
MSRP$14,990 (best)$22,890
Lowest listing price$5,649 (best)
Median listing price$24,225 (best)
Highest listing price$32,315 (best)
For sale now0254 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet CobaltXFENissan SentraS
Combined MPG30 MPG33 MPG (best)
City MPG25 MPG30 MPG (best)
Highway MPG37 MPG38 MPG (best)
Fuel tank13 gal (best)12.4 gal

Performance

SpecChevrolet CobaltXFENissan SentraS
Horsepower155 hp (best)149 hp
Torque150 lb-ft (best)146 lb-ft
Engine size2.2 L (best)2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet CobaltXFENissan SentraS
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors24 (best)
Cargo volume13.9 cu ft14.3 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)
Payload982 lbs (best)
Curb weight2,721 lbs (best)3,097 lbs
Ground clearance5.4 in (best)4.7 in
Wheelbase103.3 in106.5 in (best)
Length180.5 in183.3 in (best)
Width67.9 in71.5 in (best)
Height55.5 in57.1 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet CobaltXFENissan SentraS
NHTSA overallNot Rated
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)3 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side poleNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated
Open recalls (YMM scope)5None reported (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 CobaltNissan Sentra
1

XFE

$14,990 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S

$22,890 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

XFE

$14,990 MSRP

SV

$23,590 MSRP

3

LS

$15,670 MSRP

SR

$24,990 MSRP

4

LS

$15,670 MSRP

SL

$27,990 MSRP

5

LT

$16,470 MSRP

6

LT

$16,470 MSRP

7

SS

$24,535 MSRP

Live inventory

Chevrolet Cobalt vs Nissan Sentra FAQ

Which is better: 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt or 2027 Nissan Sentra?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt vs 2027 Nissan Sentra 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 2027 Nissan Sentra?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt starts lower at $14,990. Live Nissan Sentra listings start at $5,649.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt or 2027 Nissan Sentra?
The 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (14,990).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt or 2027 Nissan Sentra?
The 2027 Nissan Sentra leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (33).
Which has better horsepower: 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt or 2027 Nissan Sentra?
The 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt leads on horsepower in this comparison (260).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt or 2027 Nissan Sentra?
The 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt vs 2027 Nissan Sentra?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).