2005 Chevrolet Cobalt Specs, MPG & Trims

EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (23–25 MPG combined) across 3 listed configurations.

Overview

Body class
Subcompact Cars
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Transmissions
Automatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd
Engine
4-cyl, 2.0 L; 4-cyl, 2.2 L
Fuel type
Premium Gasoline, Regular Gasoline
Combined MPG
23–25 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$2,700–$3,550
5-year fuel cost
−$5,750 to −$1,500 more than average
Configurations
3

MPG & fuel economy

City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.

EPA city, highway and combined ratings by powertrain for the 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. Electric configurations are rated in MPGe.
PowertrainCityHighwayCombinedAnnual fuel costCO2
4-cyl 2.0 L · Premium Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive202723$3,550—
4-cyl 2.2 L · Regular Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive21–2229–3124–25$2,700–$2,800—

Configurations & engine comparison

Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.

Every EPA-listed configuration for the 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (3 rows). "Configuration" is the EPA configuration/engine name.
Configuration / engineDriveTransmissionCyl.Displ. (L)Fuel typeCityHwyComb.Annual cost5-YR COSTFEGHG
CobaltFront-Wheel DriveAutomatic 4-spd42.2Regular Gasoline212924$2,800−$2,000——
CobaltFront-Wheel DriveManual 5-spd42.0Premium Gasoline202723$3,550−$5,750——
CobaltFront-Wheel DriveManual 5-spd42.2Regular Gasoline223125$2,700−$1,500——

Frequently asked questions

What is the combined MPG of the 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt?

According to EPA data, the 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is rated at 23–25 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.

How many cylinders does the 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt have?

The EPA data lists 4 cylinders for this vehicle.

What fuel type does the 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt use?

It is offered with Premium Gasoline and Regular Gasoline.

What is the annual fuel cost of the 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt?

The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $2,700 to $3,550.

How much will the 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt cost in fuel over 5 years?

According to EPA estimates, the 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt 5-year fuel-cost difference is −$5,750 to −$1,500 relative to the average new vehicle (negative values mean the vehicle costs more than average).