Trim Report

Chevrolet Cobalt LS2006

Includes:COBALT|LS
$850
Starting From
48
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 48 active dealer listings as of

Min $850
Max $9,800
From $850
Fresh

LS Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$2,491
$2K–$9K
17 listings139,706 avg miles
LS
From$850
48 listings|$850–$10K
LT
From$2,000
55 listings|$2K–$10K
SS
From$3,500
8 listings|$4K–$19K
Sport
From$3,398
4 listings|$3K–$10K

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt LS Pricing

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Where to Find Chevrolet Cobalt LS

Location data for all 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt trims combined

26States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Illinois (10%), but the remaining listings are spread across 25 other states nationwide.

Chevrolet Cobalt Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt trims

High Concern

With 3 recalls and 2,330 complaints, the 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt rates as high on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

3
Recalls
2,330
Complaints
164
Crashes
14
Fires
Recall Findings
09V4190002009-29-10
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 CHEVROLET COBALT AND SATURN ION VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ARIZONA AND NEVADA; AND MODEL YEAR 2007 CHEVROLET COBALT, PONTIAC G5 AND SATURN ION VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ARIZONA, CALIFORNIA, FLORIDA, NEVADA AND TEXAS. THE PLASTIC SUPPLY OR RETURN PORT ON THE MODULAR RESERVOIR ASSEMBLY MAY CRACK. IF EITHER OF THESE PORTS DEVELOPS A CRACK, FUEL WILL LEAK FROM THE AREA. IF THE CRACK BECOMES LARGE ENOUGH, FUEL MAY BE OBSERVED DRIPPING ONTO THE GROUND AND VEHICLE PERFORMANCE MAY BE AFFECTED.

FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

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10V0730002010-03-03
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 CHEVROLET COBALT AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 PONTIAC G5 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRIC POWER STEERING. THE DRIVER MAY EXPERIENCE A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST THAT COULD OCCUR AT ANY TIME WHILE DRIVING.

IF POWER STEERING ASSIST IS LOST, IT WOULD REQUIRE GREATER DRIVER EFFORT AT LOW VEHICLE SPEEDS, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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07V0140002007-18-01
STRUCTURE

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES NOT EQUIPPED WITH OPTIONAL ROOF-MOUNTED SIDE IMPACT AIR BAGS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, 'OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT.'

IN A CRASH, HEAD IMPACT PROTECTION MAY BE INADEQUATE.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt's biggest weak point? STEERING. It leads 2,330 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Steering1,041
02Fuel/propulsion System216
03Fuel System, Gasoline181
04Electrical System129
05Steering,electrical System67
2,330 total across 1 model years (2006–2006)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Chevrolet Cobalt Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt trims

23–25mpg combined
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20-22city
·
27-31hwy
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$1,750-$2,500/yr

Fuel economy for the 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt ranges from 23 to 25 MPG combined across 5 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Cobalt - Manual 5-spd
25mpg
2.2L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city31 hwy~$1,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Cobalt - Manual 5-spd
25mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city31 hwy~$2,300/yr-1/10 Poor
Cobalt - Automatic 4-spd
24mpg
2.2L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city29 hwy~$1,800/yr-1/10 Poor
Cobalt - Automatic 4-spd
24mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city29 hwy~$2,400/yr-1/10 Poor
Cobalt - Manual 5-spd
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Supercharged · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city27 hwy~$2,500/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

LS Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt LS

How does the LS compare to other Chevrolet Cobalt trims?

Every Chevrolet Cobalt trim targets a different buyer. The 2006 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt LS?

The LS shares its core mechanicals with other Chevrolet Cobalt trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for steering issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 3 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2006 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Chevrolet Cobalt LS?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Chevrolet Cobalt LS year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Chevrolet Cobalt overview compares all years side by side.

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