Getting tired of all the misinformation, so I thought I'd post the final word on model lineups. You can expect to see it late spring at the earliest, but more then likely mid to late summer. Also remember, the 2.4L will be AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ONLY.

Models

The Cobalt family includes multiple coupe and sedan models, giving small car buyers great variety. The sedan model features Base, LS and LT trims, while coupe models are available in Base, LS, and SS Supercharged trims. Each includes a specific interior, exterior appearance and wheels, as well as a long list of standard and available features. The Cobalt SS, with a 2.4L engine, will debut in mid-2005 as 2006 model.

Thank you Dave :) Did you get my PM?

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Getting tired of all the misinformation, so I thought I'd post the final word on model lineups. You can expect to see it late spring at the earliest, but more then likely mid to late summer. Also remember, the 2.4L will be AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ONLY.

Models

The Cobalt family includes multiple coupe and sedan models, giving small car buyers great variety. The sedan model features Base, LS and LT trims, while coupe models are available in Base, LS, and SS Supercharged trims. Each includes a specific interior, exterior appearance and wheels, as well as a long list of standard and available features. The Cobalt SS, with a 2.4L engine, will debut in mid-2005 as 2006 model.

This is very disapointing (the automatic only crap) I wish GM get a clue. Makes no sense and is limiting choices, which could ultimately push people away fomr a Cobalt.

This is very disapointing (the automatic only crap) I wish GM get a clue. Makes no sense and is limiting choices, which could ultimately push people away fomr a Cobalt.
Meh.. people in for performance will spring for the S/C

How much is this thing gonna cost? I remember it being around 17,500 or so when it was still preproduction. Hopefully its cheaper than the S/C model, and hopefully it doesn't take so damn long to get it into the dealerships!

The persuit GT model will be in Manual, its using the same engine. Apparently GM doesnt have the same plans with the pontiac. I believe its mostly because we get the Cobalt SS, and Pontiac doesn't get a supercharged model for this year.

Yah I would imagine it will be cheaper than the SS.. It think that price around 17.5k is abou right.. no more than 19k though..

Thats right in the Scion tC market.

I heard the HHR will get this engine--172hp and a manual. So there is still hope that it will come.

yeah that does suck when they make it auto option only, but in drag racing configuration I would much rather have an auto..

Twin turbo 2.4 engine with an auto.. that would be nice..

screw all this boost shit, where is the big N/A engine already? shit if suburu can put out a 2.5 N/A with AWD AND a manual, why cant chevy step up with a manual tranny on the 2.4 ecotec? I like bigger N/A engines, just to clear my prespective. So.... listen up Chevy!