Chevrolet Cobalt vs Toyota Prius Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2008 catalog dimensions. Chevrolet Cobalt · Toyota Prius
- Length180.3 in – 180.5 in
- Height55.5 in – 57.1 in
- Wheelbase103.3 in
- Curb weight2,991 lb – 3,216 lb
- Width67.9 in
- Toyota Prius width67.9 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Toyota Prius is 5.4 in shorter (180.4 in vs 175.0 in)
- Width: essentially the same
- Height: Toyota Prius is 2.4 in taller (56.3 in vs 58.7 in)
- Wheelbase: Toyota Prius has a 3.0 in longer wheelbase (103.3 in vs 106.3 in)
- Curb weight: Chevrolet Cobalt is 172 lb heavier (3,104 lb vs 2,932 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Chevrolet Cobalt is 172 lb heavier (3,104 lb vs 2,932 lb)
- Height: Toyota Prius is 2.4 in taller (56.3 in vs 58.7 in)
- Length: Toyota Prius is 5.4 in shorter (180.4 in vs 175.0 in)
- Wheelbase: Toyota Prius has a 3.0 in longer wheelbase (103.3 in vs 106.3 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageToyota Prius — Toyota Prius is shorter by 5.4 in Check garage fit for Chevrolet Cobalt · garage fit for Toyota Prius
- Smaller exterior footprintToyota Prius — Based on length × width (Toyota Prius)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Chevrolet Cobalt | Toyota Prius | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 180.4 in | 175.0 in | 5.4 in |
| Width | 67.9 in | 67.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 58.7 in | 2.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.3 in | 106.3 in | 3.0 in |
| Curb weight | 3,104 lb | 2,932 lb | 172 lb |
Values use trim midpoints when a model year lists a range (e.g. length 180.3 in – 180.5 in).
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