Professional Reviews

• “Despite its impressive specs, the 2.2-liter engine often sounds like it's laboring to produce that power, especially under full throttle, even with only two adults on board.” — Cars.com
• “[T]he Focus, while lacking any significant power since the SVT model died, still has a suspension that is more sophisticated and responsive than the Cobalt's front-strut, twist-beam-rear setup.” — AutoWeek
• “[In the Cobalt SS] we would have no problem...drag racing a few punks at red lights in Atlanta.” — AutoWeek
• “While it is miles ahead of the Cavalier, which is finally being put out to pasture, the Cobalt is by no means the segment leader.” — Cars.com
• “Handling is quite good for a car in this class, with reasonably good manners in corners and a compliant ride around town.” — Edmunds.com
• “The Ecotec four-cylinder is a thoroughly modern and refined engine that provides good power and a smooth delivery.” — Edmunds.com
• “Stopping power good, but pedal felt spongy...” — Consumer Guide
• “The exterior is a yawner, one more universal small sedan, but the interior is a mini-Lexus in its shapes, tones, and textures. Chrome touches are back, in the bezels and door handles.” — Car and Driver
• “All models suffered fair coarse-pavement tire thrum.” — Consumer Guide