For immediate release
2008 CHEVROLET COBALT SS FAST FACTS• Engineered and developed by GM Performance Division
• 2.0L Ecotec turbocharged and intercooled engine with 260 horsepower (194 kW)
• 30 mpg estimated highway fuel economy
• Nürburgring-tuned FE5 Sport suspension delivers 0.9 g grip
• Brembo fixed-caliper front discs and vented rear disc brakes
• SS-specific appearance with unique fascias and rear spoiler – including available high wing
• 18-inch forged aluminum wheels and Y-rated summer performance tires
• SS-specific interior with new sport seats, A-pillar boost gauge and more
TURBOCHARGED CHEVROLET COBALT SS GIVES A BOOST OF FUN TO THE
COMPACT SEGMENT
DETROIT – True to its legendary moniker, the Cobalt SS delivers a balance of trackproven
performance capability, driving refinement and premium features – along with an
undeniably fun and youthful character. It is also an efficient performer, delivering an
estimated 30 mpg in highway driving.
Developed by GM Performance Division (GMPD) and powered by a 260-horsepower
(194 kW) turbocharged and intercooled 2.0L Ecotec engine, the Cobalt SS delivers 55
horses (41 kW) more than the previous Cobalt SS Supercharged, and its driving
experience was validated on racetracks throughout North America and Europe, including
Germany’s legendary Nürburgring circuit.
“The Cobalt SS is the very essence of Chevrolet’s fun spirit and serious performance,”
said Ed Peper, Chevrolet general manager. “The horsepower will put a permanent smile
on your face and you’ll find yourself wanting to turn around and zip through your favorite
stretch of twisty roads again.”
The Cobalt SS coupe arrives in dealerships in the second quarter of 2008. A Cobalt SS
sedan, with all of the same high-performance features of the coupe, follows in the 2009
model year.
Maximum performance – on the street or track
The Cobalt SS was developed by GM Performance Division (GMPD), with a team of
engineers and designers dedicated to crafting high-performance vehicles. It features
powertrain and chassis enhancements that are similar to the new HHR SS, but with
larger Brembo brakes, a slightly “taller” final-drive ratio and specific details that
emphasize the Cobalt SS’s pure performance ethic. Details such as more aggressive
chassis tuning, Continental performance summer tires, standard Brembo front brakes
and larger rear vented disc brakes help maximize its competitiveness on the track.
Engineered to offer more than merely a turbocharged rush of power, an all-new FE5
Sport suspension was developed. It includes specific stabilizer bars, spring rates and
damper tuning – all designed to complement the high-output turbocharged powertrain
and mitigate afflictions such as torque steer. Driver-selectable modes help maximize
performance whether on the street or track. The unique “no-lift shift” feature enables
manual-transmission-equipped models to achieve the best acceleration time via an
algorithm in the engine controller.
Ensuring the car stops as confidently as it accelerates and corners are four-wheel disc
brakes with standard ABS. The front brakes are from Brembo and have a performanceoriented
fixed-caliper design, which resist fade better than floating caliper designs; the
rear discs are vented for better heat dissipation. Along with these high-performance
attributes, the Cobalt SS is equipped with a host of standard safety features, including
the StabiliTrak electronic stability control system and side-impact air bags.
With its balanced tuning, the Cobalt SS delivers a quick 0-60 time of approximately 5.7
seconds – thanks to the manual transmission’s “no-lift shift” feature – and an impressive
maximum lateral grip of 0.9 g. This combination enabled the Cobalt SS to set a new
class record when running the famed Nürburgring racing circuit, posting a time of
8:22.85 minutes.
Unmistakable style
The Cobalt SS is distinguished on the exterior with several unique features, including a
distinctive, air dam-style front fascia with integrated projector-beam fog lamps. New front
upper and lower grilles sport a new, SS-specific diamond-mesh appearance.
SS-specific rockers and badging adorn the body sides, while a standard deck lid spoiler
adds the requisite sporty touch to the rear of the car. The standard spoiler can be
replaced with an optional high wing-style aero enhancement that gives the Cobalt SS the
look of a racecar. Also at the rear is a prominent, bright-tip exhaust outlet.
Large, twin five-spoke 18-inch forged aluminum wheels and performance tires are
standard, and are tailored with the specific body enhancements to give the Cobalt SS a
lower, performance-oriented stance – while also showing off the large Brembo front
brake calipers. They’re mounted on 225/40-series Continental summer tires. Likewise,
the available exterior colors enhance the sporty nature of the vehicle. They include
Victory Red, Black, Ultra Silver Metallic, Imperial Blue Metallic, Rally Yellow, Sport Red
Tintcoat and Summit White.
Like the exterior, the interior is unique to the Cobalt SS, including SS-embroidered sport
seats with suede-like UltraLux inserts, a specific gauge cluster, an A-pillar-mounted
turbo boost gauge and a new shifter arrangement. Three interior color combinations are
available: Ebony, Light Gray and Victory Red.
Chevrolet is one of America’s best-known and best-selling automotive brands. With the
largest dealer network in the United States, Chevy is the leader in full-size trucks and the
leader in sales of vehicles priced $35,000 and above. Chevrolet delivers more-thanexpected
value in every vehicle category, offering cars and trucks priced from $9,995 to
$83,175. Chevy delivers expressive design, spirited performance and great value with
standard features usually found only on more expensive vehicles. More information on
Chevrolet can be found at www.chevrolet.com.

 

Sweet!

 

have they said what the boost is stock for this?

 

A lot of people are going to be happy, its available in WHITE!!!!!

 

imperial blue mettalic?

 

They dont say, but its 20psi, according to GM Service Information.

Base price+ $22,995

Look at Chevy.com Its the new dark blue. Youve probably already seen it.

 

Wow, if it is 20psi that sounds high...I would of though 12-16...I know the stock SRT-4s push 11-14psi


Edit Post:
Maximum pressure is almost 20 psi.

^ To answer boost questions...

 

WOW, i never heard of this dark blue, damn its clean!!