2017 Chevrolet Cobalt Speaker Sizes

The speaker size chart for the 2017 Chevrolet Cobalt provides factory specifications and locations for replacement or aftermarket audio components. Information includes OEM sizes for speakers mounted in the a-pillar, front door panel, and rear door panel positions. Data assists in identifying compatible upgrade options for the vehicle's audio system without requiring removal of interior trim panels.

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Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
A-Pillar 1 Tweeter
  • Requires panel disassembly
  • Professional installation recommended
  • Low replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: high
Front Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low

2017 Chevrolet Cobalt Speaker Replacement Summary

3 total positions
2 easy to replace
1 high priority
1 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 2 Medium: 0 High: 1

Replacement priority:

High: 1 Medium: 1 Low: 1

Additional Notes

  • The A-pillar location in the 2017 Chevrolet Cobalt accommodates a 1-inch tweeter, which is a dedicated high-frequency driver typically responsible for reproducing the upper end of the audio spectrum, such as cymbals, high hats, and vocal air.
  • Both the front and rear door panels share the same 6.5-inch sizing, which may suggest a relatively straightforward speaker replacement process without the need for different-sized units across multiple locations.
  • The 6.5-inch positions are noted as compatible with midbass or full-range driver types, meaning the door panels could potentially support either a two-way component configuration or a simpler coaxial setup depending on the chosen system design.
  • With tweeters in the A-pillars and midbass or full-range drivers in the door panels, the factory speaker layout may lend itself to a component speaker system, where dedicated drivers handle separate frequency ranges rather than a single driver covering the full spectrum.
  • Replacing the door panel speakers with midbass drivers, paired with the A-pillar tweeters, could potentially result in a more defined frequency separation and improved overall sound staging compared to using full-range drivers alone.
  • The rear door panel positions, also at 6.5 inches, may contribute to a more even sound distribution throughout the cabin when fitted with appropriate midbass or full-range speakers.