Chevy Cobalt

The Chevy Cobalt SS Turbo is the performance demon of the Chevy Cobalt lineup.  Out of the three models, the Chevy Cobalt SS Turbo offers the zippiest performance and the best handling. If you are looking for a small entry-level car for high spirited driving performance that is fun to drive and still maintains good fuel economy, then definitely put this little car on your list.

Chevy Cobalt Models

The Chevy Cobalt has three different models offered in two door and four door models – the LS, LT and SS Turbo.  Out of the three the SS Turbo has sports trim and includes such options as rear spoiler, rocker panels, fog lights and polished alloy wheels.  The LT model has options that include heated leather seats, antilock brakes and traction control.  The LS includes basic standard options as air conditioning, day-light adjusting review mirror, XM satellite radio with CD player, internet access, daytime running lights and others.

Chevy Cobalt SS Turbo

Of the three different models, the SS Turbo is the model that has been best reviewed and generally enjoys a reputation for better than average handling and strong performance.  Drivers who are looking for a car that is fun to drive, with good pick-up and easy handling around road curves will enjoy the 2.0 liter turbo-charged 260 hp engine.  This zippy little car clearly enjoys racing up and down hills and around curves and sets the pace for similar small cars in its class.

The Chevy Cobalt SS Turbo is definitely a winner when it comes to fuel efficiency also.  With excellent gas mileage (24 city/30 highway), the SS turbo scores well compared to other small cars.

SS Turbo Options

Along with sporty colors, the SS Turbo comes with many standard and available options.  Some of the exciting standard options include an anti-theft and security system which also includes a panic alarm, XM satellite radio and CD player, internet access, Pioneer seven speaker audio system, wireless connection, cruise control, six-way adjustable driver seat, remote power trunk release system, just to name a few.  Among the available options a sunroof and sunshade are also available.

Safety Ratings

Unusual among similar small cars, the Chevy Cobalt SS Turbo rates five out of five in the NHTSA (National Highway Transportation Safety Administration) tests for front impact accidents and side impact accidents.  IIHS accident impact tests rate the SS Turbo as good overall.

Price

The SS Turbo MSRP starts around $24,000.  According to Cars.com, the average operating costs for the Chevy Cobalt start around $13,500 in year one of ownership and gradually step down over the first five years to a low of approximately $5,700 in year five of ownership.  Operating costs included factors such as depreciation, fees and taxes, financing, insurance, fuel, maintenance and repair costs.  It was not estimated that any repair costs would be necessary until approximately three years into ownership.