Overview & Reviews

A year after its debut, the Chevy Cobalt features an expanded lineup for 2006. Most significant is the addition of a new 171-horsepower SS trim level, which is available on the Cobalt coupe and sedan. Because this would cause confusion with last year's 205-hp supercharged SS coupe, that trim level is now called SS Supercharged. The remaining trim levels are also renamed: the Base trim is now the LS, the former LS is now the LT, and the previous LT sedan is now the LTZ.

• Strong acceleration with any drivetrain, smooth and quiet ride, solid brakes, good crash test scores.

• Cheap interior plastics, cramped backseat, dire lack of interior storage, dull handling, mediocre fit and finish.

User Reviews:

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  Great Car! - 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
  By AmZ - November 4 - 3:30 am

  Great driving, very smooth! Comfortable and spacious. Back seats are great! 3 adult size people fit very comfortable compared as the Eclipse Coupe. Sport look! Beautiful car! I highly recomend this car!

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  My hot car! - 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
  By Kim - October 19 - 11:26 pm

  Overall I love it. I have a traveling job so I spend a lot of time in my car. My father is a mechanic and he typically is a "Ford guy", but he really liked the run of this model, which is a good sign to me! Due to my job, good gas mileage was the main reason for my choice with this car, its an added perk that it has so many other good qualities. One thing is for sure, my friends never turn down a chance to drive it!

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  One of the best cars Ive had - 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
  By souprdog - October 7 - 5:55 pm

  Ive had this car for about 2 months now and I think the Cobalt SS (5 speed) is very under-rated among the other cars in its class and price range. With a stock engine pushing 205hp the car is very reliable. The day after I bought the Cobalt I drove 1100 just stoping to fill up for gas. In a month I put over 2000 miles on the car. Ihe interior is average for the size of the car. It does have a pretty big trunk. Also the factory Pioneer audio system with the sub was a very nice touch. The only problem that I had with the car was if you pump octane 83 gas on it (like I did) and drive for about 7-8 hrs the car will feel shaky like its not getting enough fuel so I stick with pumping it with 91 octane

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  Cobalt Review - 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
  By Daniel - October 4 - 6:00 pm

  The new Chevy Cobalt is an awesome car. It has great handling as well as some real get up and go. It out does V6 Mustangs and other cars with that kind of power. it has had some kinks like the E-brake light flashing on and off for no reason. Chevy realized it was a simple error in the car computer and fixed it. Both my interior door handles broke but all of that was covered in the warrenty. Overall, the new Cobalt is a fun car to drive. I am happy with the work GM put into this car.

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  I love my Cobalt - 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
  By elle11 - September 24 - 12:22 pm

  I needed a car and I had never heard of a Cobalt till I got to the dealer. This was the first car that I looked at and I wanted one that day and didnt want to go anywhere else. I love this car. It is a smooth ride with huge trunk space. I cant believe though that the Saturn Ion is said to be the same car. The Cobalt is 100% better than the ION all around. I cant even believe that the Cobalt is getting compared to such an ugly hunk of cheap junk. I am not saying that the Cobalt is expensive or luxury, but it is next to the ION. I would not trade my Cobalt. My dog even loves it. I have had a few minor problems, but that had something to do with the dealers error. This is a great car.

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  What a Great Car! - 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
  By Evan - August 8 - 5:26 pm

  This was my first brand new car, but Ive driven a lot of cars over the years. This car is a blast to drive. Great, strong engine should give years of dependable service. Comfortable front seats, back seats may be a bit small, but 98% of the time, Im the only one in the car. This car gets decent mileage for being a S/C 4-cyl. With my aggressive style, Im getting mid-20s.

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  2006 Chevrolet Cobalt LS - 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
  By Kourtney Graves - July 28 - 10:10 am

  A very sporty car. Fits well in all parking spaces. Good view of other cars through mirrors and windows, Radio is very nice, good quality sound. Nice trunk space. Nice interior gages with different features as oil levels, fuel range, coolant temp, etc at the push of a button. Car seats go in and out well. Good car for college student, parents with small children, or if you just want to save money on gas. Nice ride quality, steering, and easy under the hood accesability. And believe it or not, even the base model is quick on its feet, its fun to quickly pass up more sportier cars, and see them dwindle away in your rear view mirror. Great car.

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  Awesome - 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
  By Paul Justice - July 22 - 1:30 am

  I bought this car to drive to and from work. It turns out that for only $20k you can get a car with this much zip and is so much fun to drive. Over 30mpg for a car that can beat most compacts off the line. Buy this car. It is so much fun and sporty looking too.

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  Fun drive - 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
  By Beau2006 - July 10 - 2:54 pm

  Car is a blast to drive although if it had a little more power, it would be even better. I am sure it would be worth the extra money to buy the new 2009 turbo with 260hp. The 2006 Super Charged is fun with 205hp. It gets great gas mileage and seems to pull well on the top end. The interior is roomy for the front but if you have the seats all the way back, the back seat would be a little cramped. What can I say, its a coupe. I have a blue Cobalt and the paint seems to be of good quality.

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  2005 Cobalt is great !! - 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
  By Jon B - July 2 - 6:36 pm

  Pretty good car. Does not get the fuel economy that I expected but very good design, and the 2.2 Ecotec engine runs great.