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'06 Chevrolet Cobalt SS Sedan

 

I dont like it. Nobody buys a sedan for 205 H/P

 

At least you got a picture of it.

 

It doesn't have 205hp, it's not supercharged. It's only got 172 hp, basically they'd be buying it for the appearance package....

 

They shoulda just made a supercharged coupe and sedan SS, instead of this crap. The supercharged sedan would be a good idea for people looking to buy an Evo or SRT-4, but can't afford an EVo and don't like an SRT-4. I might have bought one if it woulda came out5 the same time as the coupe, cuz i have a family, and it woulda been cool to have a fun little supercharged sedan to drive around it

 

I agree, I don't particularly care for the non-supercharged SS's but for people who want the appearance package but for whatever reason don't want the supercharger, I guess it's an OK option (or if you want the 2.4 and then plan to turbo it). Basically the LS, LT, and LTZ cars will all have the 2.2/145hp engine and the SS coupe and sedan will have the 2.4/172hp engine, while the SS Supercharged keeps the 2.0/205hp engine.

I agree though, I think it would have been smarter to offer the 2.4 as an option, or even standard, in the LT/LTZ rather than make a non-supercharged SS coupe and sedan. I also think it would have been smart to make a supercharged sedan, there are a lot of people I know that like the practicality of a sedan but still want performance engine.

 

To be honest, there's nothing SS about that car. Basically looks like a sedan with a body kit. Well I guess that's what it is

I'm dissapointed.

 

Yes.. I hate to see the SS badging get diluted like this. As much as I love my cobalt SS/SC, even THAT is borderline of being worthy of the SS legacy.

However in today's Chevy lineup.. more so for 2006, almost every freakin car has an SS version.

I don't want to see my car devalued even more because of these diluted lower model SSes. While I think the current Cobalt lineup could use a model inbetween SS/SC and LT, It should NOT be called an SS. They should have left the lineup as is and introduced the LTZ with what the SS non supercharged will have.

Having a Sedan with the SS label is a more decent idea, but there's hardly anything special about it. It does look like all it has is a body kit, but a lousy one at that. Look at the SS/SC front/rear bumper ground effects and then look at that thing.. ugh.. If your going to make an SS sedan, MAKE IT LOOK GOOD! Make it look it better than the other sedan offerings. If you glance quick, you can't even tell it's an SS aside fromt he badging and wheels.

 

Totally agree, they could have made them LTZ or even LT Sport...no need for them to be the "SS" because there's nothing really "super sport" about it except a few bumped up appearance packages. At least with the Cavis every "upgrade" had a new name. There was the base, the LS/RS, and then the Z24s then what was it...base, LS, and LS Sport? (can't remember on the newer ones, I had a 98 RS). Unless they were to make all the SS cars the same (i.e. supercharged with meaningful performance upgrades), they should be their own trim level.

I can understand GM wanting an SS line across multiple models (like the SRTs for Dodge), but doing crap like this dilutes the name, to use your wording. If you're going to make a "sport performance" line then don't junk it up with cars with mere appearance upgrades, reserve it for cars built for performance...

 

haha, i'm getting the coupe version! those wheels are a let down though.

 

I kinda like it, it would be nice 172 HP is a good amount, about the same as a VW Jetta GLI with the 1.8T. Prob weighs the same too. Its just a option for those who want something that is quick but not crazy. The apperance isn't that crazy anyways.

 

i think the ss sedan looks good so what if it don't have the supercharged engine the 2.4 has alot of potential.

 

Looks great and dont forget there is an ss coupe coming out to that will have mroe laid back spoiler ect. I think it was avery good move its for the people who want a performace modded car without the flashy extras...

as for people who say all of the SS's ruin the legacy... I think they are making it better... the more there are sold the better the name will be.... its not like these cars wont sell

If you want a car that is insanely exclusive go buy a bently or somethin

 

Maybe that wasn't a spy shot and it was just a picture of someone's sedan that wanted it to have some SS stuff on it just chilling in a parking lot. Was there anything in the picture that was brand new...not released?

 

i agree w/ someone on here that said that it seems like chevy is putting SS badges on everything. wouldn't be surprised if i see an aveo SS next year.

 

lol. reminds me, a while back ago i saw a white cavalier ss.

 

I think its stupid

 

I would. I would buy a 170/205 hp sedan in a heartbeat. And the reason is because I have alot of friends and a 4 door vehicle would be a good asset to have. Also, it's alot better for them to have their own doors instead of crawling over the front seat which can be a pain in the **** sometimes. lol. Plus, with more power, the car will have a more 'sportier' feel to it when driving around town.

 

i would buy one

 

I would like it a lot better if they put the coupe-style rear end on it, but it's OK. It's still an excellent compact sedan for the money, and the suspension tweaks might be enough to propel it past the 3.

PS: Bimmer325 - nice to see you here too

 

the sad thing is.....i dont see any body kit thing......from the back of it....

 

I'm disappointed to see the rear of the car look like that. I was expecting to see the coupe rear on the sedan body. This will not be my next car, as I was planning it to be the past year

 

Yes.. THAT would distinquish the SS Sedan quite a bit. A simple coupe rear with the round taillights on a Sedan. That's something I'd like to see a picture of!

 

I would like to post some pictures of my 06 SS cobalt. can anyone help?

 

click the gallery at the top of the page and upload them