I think those cars are pretty sweet.
I think this is a perfect formula for a small car.
Decent size, has the ability to be very very fuel efficent, yet a fast perfromance car when you want to have fun.
When they switched to turbo from the supercharger didn't they set it up to run off of 89 octane instead of requiring premium?
One thing I would suggest is look around online and see if the 15" steel wheels from the entry cobalts will clear the brakes on this car. if they do, you could go down to 15's and add some smooth wheel covers, would save some weight, rolling resistance, and add to the aerodynamics. Also there are plenty of 15" tires that will still give you good grip and improve your economy.
or you could get some light weight 15's.
either way with the right tires your handling would improve because you would be dropping alot of unsprung weight.
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