Check it out....straight from Chevrolet:

The big news for the 2006 Cobalt lineup is the addition of the SS Coupe and SS Sedan models. With the addition of the new SS models, the Cobalt lineup includes 8 different models to choose from with 3 engine and transmission combinations. Both SS models start at $18,790 MSRP with destination and include the following equipment:

2.4L ECOTEC engine delivering 171 hp @ 6200 rpm and 163 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
17-inch polished aluminum wheels and sport tires
Tuned Sport Suspension
Five-speed manual transmission or optional four-speed automatic transmission
Front and rear sport fascias
Chrome exhaust tip
White-faced sport gauges
Low-mount spoiler
Leather-wrapped steering wheel with integrated audio and cruise controls

 

nice u know wen gm comin out with that upgrade for the LSJ to up it to 230hp?

 

Thanks for the info Maven. What's your opinion on the 2.4L VVT engines. I think they have some good mod potential over the 2.2L. I had a 2.4L in my '96 Cavalier which I loved (a little buzzy as it aged). I think it was discontinued because it cost the dealers too much to service (e.g. internal water pump).

 

As soon as I know about any "Stage kits" you'll know too.

The QUAD4 was discontinued because there was newer technology available and it was being outclassed.(water pupm placement on ECOtec is similar to Q4 and as on Q4 doesnt require engine dissasembly)

The new 2.4L LE5 is very similar to the 2.0 and 2.2 excpet for its displacement and the variable valve timing. Basic mods will work just as well as on the L61 and LSJ but more computer tuning(than L61/LSJ)will be necessary to get the most out of the engine with more aggressive mods, aftermarket cam selection will also be much more critical on this engine.

 

Is the transmission going to be the FGP or the Getrag?

Other than gear ratios whats the difference between the two?

 

My dealership called me today and they told me that the area manger for the local GM dealerships confirmed that my car will be on the lot in 5 weeks!!! Man I'm so excited. I'll be one of the first to have G85 in Canada!!!

 

Yea there is one at a dealership here in Ottawa, 2006 Cobalt SS red. At first I thought it was a messed up SS/SC because of the regular wing but then we noticed it had no boost gauge...

I don't like the rear fascia on it as much..hopefully the ss/sc keeps the same bumper as the 2005 model...I still think the front would look better if both bottom and top grills were cut out and replaced with mesh....

 

getrag
I'd guess the s/c one is made out of stronger metals? I heard the s/c one is a shorter shift.

 

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So wait, is the transmission in the 2.4 the same in the SS/SC?

 

I saw one of these on the lot yesterday and I'm glad to say that you can see quite a difference between ss/sc and the non sc.

The rims, spoiler and front end being the biggest difference.

 

i drove a 5spd 2.4 ss today , and it made me change my mind on the cobalt , and ive driven the ss s/c


gm would be money ahead to put the s/c on the 2.4

 

Is there no supercharged option in '06? I saw the new one on the lot at chev and I coudlnt believe that they had change dit already...i swung around to check it out and was dismally surprised....why the changes that fast? I figure that they are getting into a lower pricing situation to sell some more bu tthe new one looks not much different from the regular cobalt?!?!?!?! The spoiler on my '05 vibrates alot in the wind...so I figure thats why that was changed. But the wheels? 17's instead of 18's, less costly, and no visual supercharger...reduction of fun!

 

Nah... you can get an '06 SS w/ an S/C... in includes the 18" rims and big ole spoiler. Just as the '05s...

I saw and 06 SS Non-SC and didn't like... I really really really didn't like the way the 17" are colored.

-Rich

 

I have since investigated this myself....I agree that the non s/c version is little lackluster...the wheels at first I liked.....if they were like my 18"s!!!!!! I love the polished look....just ordered the mkw m-43's in 18's. Chrome. Cant wait for next yr! (reason being I am in nfld, Canada.....we have snow coing for the next 5 months!!! LOL

Corey
Blue on Blue inserts

 

If you actually look at chevy.com the S/C'd wheels are painted aluminum I believe, and the non S/C is polished. Of course, if you're talking about different wheels then disregard my statement :P.

 

here is the run down:
2 different cars here, 06 ss sc and 06 ss 2.4 N/A. completely different mechanicaly; engine, tranny. visualy- shares side skirts, front bumper w/o valence. different- rear bumper, spoiler, wheels.
suspension is similar, but not identical.
also 2.4 ss comes with armrests; auto tranny option, HEATED leather seats option, audio option too. 2.4 also comes in sedan ss...