What is the gas mileage on a 2009 Cobalt LS?
The 2009 Cobalt LS with the 2.2-liter Ecotec engine typically achieves about 25 miles per gallon in city driving and around 34 miles per gallon on the highway when paired with a manual transmission; with the automatic, expect roughly 25 mpg city and about 33 mpg highway.
Engine and transmission options that affect mpg
The base LS was equipped with a 2.2L Ecotec inline-4 and offered two transmissions: a 5-speed manual and a 4-speed automatic. This combination drives the official fuel economy figures, which differ slightly by transmission.
- 2.2L Ecotec I4 with 5-speed manual: about 25 mpg city / 34 mpg highway
- 2.2L Ecotec I4 with 4-speed automatic: about 25 mpg city / 33 mpg highway
These EPA estimates come from national fuel economy data for the 2009 Cobalt LS and can vary with real-world conditions.
Real-world factors that influence mpg
Actual fuel economy can deviate from EPA estimates based on driving conditions, maintenance, and vehicle upkeep. The following factors often have the biggest impact on mpg for the 2009 Cobalt LS.
- Driving style: aggressive acceleration and higher speeds reduce mpg, especially in urban driving.
- Maintenance: clean air filters, fresh spark plugs, proper oil changes, and correct ignition timing help sustain efficiency.
- Tire condition and pressure: underinflated tires increase rolling resistance and lower mpg; maintain recommended tire pressures.
- Load and aerodynamics: heavy loads and roof racks increase drag and lower highway mpg.
- Climate control use: frequent A/C use, particularly in hot weather, can lower city mpg.
Real-world results vary, but good maintenance and mindful driving can help you approach the official figures.
Summary
The 2009 Cobalt LS with a 2.2L engine typically delivers about 25 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway with a manual transmission, and roughly 25 mpg city / 33 mpg highway with an automatic. Real-world results depend on driving habits, maintenance, and conditions.
Sources: fueleconomy.gov data for the 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt LS
What's the difference between a Chevy Cobalt LS and LT?
The Difference Between LS and LT
In the beginning, LS stood for “Luxury Sport,” but now it's often the name of the base Chevy trim level, which also means it's the most affordable. LT stands for “Luxury Touring,” and it's usually the next step up from the base level.
How many miles per gallon does a 2009 Chevy Cobalt LS get?
An automatic Cobalt LS sedan with ABS is $16,985 and gets 24/33 mpg, while a similarly equipped Corolla sedan with standard ABS is $16,150 and gets 27/35 mpg.
How much is a 2009 Chevy Cobalt LS worth?
A 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt LS Sedan 4D has depreciated $848 or 28% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $2,092 and trade-in value of $650.
Is the 2009 Chevy Cobalt LS reliable?
Reliability. The 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt has a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic warranty and 6 recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 4 out of 5, ranks it #5 out of 46 among Compact Cars.
