The Cobalt is available in two body styles, a 2-door coupe and a 4-door sedan. It is offered in two models: Cobalt Coupe and Cobalt Sedan. The Coupe is available in six trims: LS, 1LT, 2LT, 3LT, SS, and SS Supercharged, and the Sedan is also offered in six trims: LS, 1LT, 2LT, 3LT, LTZ, and SS. All models are available in a five-seater configuration.

For 2007, the Cobalt’s engines were retuned for more power. Other changes for the year included a redesigned console, a redesigned steering wheel, and a new radio head unit, which features an audio input jack. In addition, a new 32-bit computer was introduced for 2007, which replaced the 16-bit unit from 2006.

The Cobalt is covered by a new vehicle limited warranty for three years or 36,000 miles and a powertrain warranty for five years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. It competes with the likes of Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Honda Civic, and Pontiac Vibe, among others.

All models except the LTZ Sedan and the SS Supercharged Coupe are linked to a standard 5-speed manual transmission. Electronically controlled Hydra-Matic 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on LTZ Sedan and optional on all other models excluding the SS Supercharged Coupe, which is teamed with a standard 5-speed manual transmission with short-throw shifter.

All Cobalt models feature halogen headlamps, which include an automatic exterior lamp control, and daytime running lamps. Fog lamps are standard on LTZ Sedan, SS, and SS Supercharged Coupe, and optional on 2LT and 3LT.

Body-side moldings, a standard feature of the Cobalt, may be body-color or chrome, depending on the model. All models feature two-sided galvanized-steel body panels. Body-color door handles are standard on all models, but the LTZ Sedan features chrome door handles.

All models, excluding the LS, feature standard body-color, power mirrors. The LS comes standard with black manual mirrors. Speed-sensitive, intermittent front wipers are standard on all models. The 3LT and SS come standard with a rear, body-color spoiler, which is optional on other models. The SS Supercharged Coupe features a standard body-color, high-mount rear spoiler.

A Sport Package, including a rear spoiler, white-faced sport gauges, 16-inch machined-face aluminum wheels et al., is standard and exclusive to the 3LT. The LS is offered with an optional Protection Package, which includes body-color, body-side moldings, and carpeted, front and rear floor mats.

The LS and 1LT wear standard 15-inch steel wheels and roll on P195/60R-15 Touring tires. The 2LT features 16-inch painted silver metallic wheels and the 3LT and LTZ Sedan come with 16-inch machined-face aluminum wheels. These three models ride on P205/55R-16 Touring tires. The SS wears 17-inch polished aluminum wheels and cruises on P205/50R-17 Sport tires. The SS Supercharged Coupe comes with 18-inch painted aluminum wheels and glides on P215/45R-18 Performance tires. The SS Supercharged Coupe is also available with the option of 18-inch high-polished aluminum wheels.

Air conditioning with an air filtration system is standard on all models. Power windows and power door locks with lockout protection and remote keyless entry are standard on all models, except for the LS. All models feature solar-ray light-tinted glass on windows.

The LS, 1LT, and 2LT come standard with a urethane steering wheel, while the 3LT, LTZ Sedan, SS, and SS Supercharged Coupe feature a leather-wrapped steering wheel with mounted audio and cruise controls, which is optional on 2LT. A tilt-wheel steering column is standard across all the models.

A front console between the front seats, including adjustable armrest and storage compartment, is standard on all Cobalt models excluding the LS and SS Supercharged Coupe. The instrument panel in LS, 1LT, 2LT, and LTZ Sedan features analog gauges for speed, rpm, fuel, coolant temperature, and trip mileage. The 3LT and SS have white-faced sport analog gauges, whereas the SS Supercharged Coupe features analog titanium-faced gauges.

All models come standard with a driver information center, a built-in computer that includes 15 warning messages and personalized settings. It also tracks information such as average speed, oil life, coolant temperature, outside temperature, fuel range and mileage for two different trips.

The Cobalt features standard dual front and dual rear cup holders and two auxiliary power outlets. Electric defoggers on side and rear windows are also a standard feature of every Cobalt model. A power, tilt-sliding sunroof is optional on all models, with the exception of the LS and 1LT. This sunroof can be adjusted to tilt open or open all the way for an open-air feeling.

An electronic cruise control, including steering wheel-mounted controls, is standard on all models except the LS and 1LT. It is available as optional on 1LT. The LTZ Sedan comes equipped with a standard remote vehicle starter system, which includes remote keyless entry. This system is optional on LT models and SS. The LS and 1LT are offered with an optional Enhanced Safety Package, including front disc and rear drum anti-lock brakes and head-curtain side-impact air bags. The Cobalt comes with a maximum cargo capacity of 13.9 cubic-feet.

The Cobalt is equipped with a lot of entertainment features to keep you from getting bored on those long drives. All models feature a standard auxiliary audio input jack for audio devices. The LS comes standard with a CD player, while all other models feature a standard CD/MP3 player. All models excluding the LS are offered with the option of an in-dash six-disc CD changer/MP3 player. The LS and LT models come with a four-speaker sound system, while the LTZ Sedan, SS, and SS Supercharged Coupe boast of a seven-speaker Pioneer premium sound system, which is optional on 2LT and 3LT. XM Satellite Radio is standard on all models except the LS and 1LT. However, it is available as an option on the latter.

The Cobalt offers a choice of 2.2L I-4, 2.4L I-4, and 2.0L Supercharged I-4 engines, which knock out 148 hp, 173 hp, and 205 hp respectively. All the three engines deliver plenty of power and acceleration. However, it is the 2.0L Supercharged engine that scores over the other two in terms of performance.

The Cobalt is driven by a speed-sensitive, electric power steering (EPS), which consists of various electronic sensors and computer controls. These measure and react to the driver’s inputs promptly and adjust the steering assistance to help provide precise control and responsiveness.

All models except the SS and SS Supercharged Coupe ride on a Premium Ride suspension. This independent front strut-type suspension is tuned to adapt to the road conditions. In combination with a hydroformed mounting cradle, the Premium Ride suspension gives a solid, precise feel. It also incorporates hydraulic rear ride bushings to help provide improved ride quality while limiting road noise.

The SS features a Tuned Sport suspension, which uses monotube rear shocks to give you crisp response. It also incorporates hydraulic rear ride bushings to help provide improved ride quality while limiting road noise.

The SS Supercharged Coupe is equipped with a Performance Handling suspension, which features independent front and twist axle rear suspensions, along with front and rear stabilizer bars. It also includes hydraulic rear ride bushings for improved ride quality and coarse road noise suppression. In addition, gas-pressurized monotube rear shocks and dual-rate springs are tuned for the ride and handling characteristics of the SS Supercharged Coupe. These add to vehicle ride and handling with improved damping response during extreme handling maneuvers.

The LS and 1LT features front disc and rear drum brakes. The 2LT, 3LT, and LTZ Sedan are equipped with four-wheel anti-lock, front disc and rear drum brakes, which are optional on LS and 1LT. The SS and SS Supercharged Coupe come with four-wheel anti-lock, four-wheel disc brakes. These sharp brakes bring the Cobalt to a quick, smooth halt when the brake pedal is pressed. The anti-lock braking system (ABS) helps maintain steering control by reducing wheel lockup during hard braking on most slippery surfaces. An all-speed traction control system is standard on LTZ Sedan, and optional on all other models excluding the SS Supercharged Coupe.

The turning diameter of all models, except for the SS Supercharged Coupe, is 37.4 feet. The SS Supercharged Coupe comes with a slightly larger turning diameter of 40.7 feet, which makes it a little difficult to be maneuvered or parked in tight spaces.

Child security rear door locks are standard on all models, excluding the SS Supercharged Coupe. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for Children) system for child safety seats is a standard feature of the Cobalt. All models except for the SS come standard with a remote keyless entry that includes a content-theft security system. All Cobalt models also feature a standard PASS-Key III Plus theft-deterrent system.

All models except the SS are also offered with the option of an OnStar including a one-year safe & sound plan. OnStar is an in-vehicle safety and security system created to help protect the driver and passengers on the road. OnStar's innovative three-button system offers 24-hour access to expertly trained and caring advisors, a connection to emergency assistance, and access to OnStar hands-free calling.