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Chevrolet Cobalt vs Toyota Corolla

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

Vehicles

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2010 Chevrolet Cobalt

Overview

SpecChevrolet CobaltXFEToyota CorollaSE
Selected trimXFESE
Body styleCoupeHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manualcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20102027

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet CobaltXFEToyota CorollaSE
MSRP$14,990 (best)$24,780
Lowest listing price$8,995 (best)
Median listing price$25,398 (best)
Highest listing price$33,740 (best)
For sale now0269 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet CobaltXFEToyota CorollaSE
Combined MPG30 MPG35 MPG (best)
City MPG25 MPG32 MPG (best)
Highway MPG37 MPG41 MPG (best)
Fuel tank13 gal13.2 gal (best)

Performance

SpecChevrolet CobaltXFEToyota CorollaSE
Horsepower155 hp169 hp (best)
Torque150 lb-ft151 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.2 L (best)2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet CobaltXFEToyota CorollaSE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors24 (best)
Cargo volume13.9 cu ft17.8 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight2,721 lbs (best)3,060 lbs
Ground clearance5.4 in (best)5.1 in
Wheelbase103.3 in103.9 in (best)
Length180.5 in (best)172 in
Width67.9 in70.5 in (best)
Height55.5 in57.1 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet CobaltXFEToyota CorollaSE
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 CobaltToyota Corolla
1

XFE

$14,990 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SE

$24,780 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

XFE

$14,990 MSRP

XSE

$27,875 MSRP

3

LS

$15,670 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 Toyota Corolla FAQ

Which is better: 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt or 2027 Toyota Corolla?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt vs 2027 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt starts lower at $14,990. Live Toyota Corolla listings start at $8,995.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt or 2027 Toyota Corolla?
The 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (14,990).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt or 2027 Toyota Corolla?
The 2027 Toyota Corolla leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (35).
Which has better horsepower: 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt or 2027 Toyota Corolla?
The 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt leads on horsepower in this comparison (260).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt or 2027 Toyota Corolla?
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 Toyota Corolla?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).