The front-wheel drive Sonic is offered in two body styles; sedan and hatchback. All models come standard with a 138-hp 1.8-liter engine mated to a five-speed manual transmission. There are two available transmissions, a six-speed manual and a six-speed automatic. A 138-hp 1.4-litre engine is also available on the LT and LTZ trims. Standard safety equipment includes stability control, ABS brakes, automatic headlamps, panic brake assist, hill hold control, OnStar and ten airbags. Standard and optional features depending on the trim level include front fog lights, power windows, heated front seats, cruise control, a security system, air conditioning, XM satellite ratio, alloy wheels, remote engine start and Bluetooth.
The Sonic is all new and has replaced the Aveo for the 2012 model year.
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Overview
Specs & Features
Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
1.8L I-4 / 138 HP / 125 ft.lbs.
Transmission
5-spd man w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
26 / 35 / 30 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 1.8L I-4 / 138 HP / 125 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Front-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 26 / 35 / 30 Mpg |
Brakes | Front Disc/rear Drum |
Front Suspension | Strut |
Rear Suspension | Semi-independent Torsion Beam Beam |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel |
Fuel Tank | 12.2 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $46 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 14.0 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 90 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 173.1 " |
Exterior Width | 68.3 " |
Exterior Height | 59.7 " |
Front Headroom | 38.7 " |
Rear Headroom | 37.8 " |
Front Legroom | 41.8 " |
Rear Legroom | 34.6 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 53.4 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 53.0 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 2,721 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 99 " |
Turning Radius | 17.3 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | 15.0 " Silver Aluminum |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone / Metallic Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Manual Remote |
Bumpers | Body-colored |
Grille Moldings | Black W/chrome Surround |
Rear Spoiler | |
Exhaust | Stainless Steel |
Interior Features
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating | |
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating | |
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating | |
Rollover Crash Safety Rating | |
Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | Seat Mounted |
Knee Airbag | Driver And Passenger |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | Seat Mounted |
Rear Side Airbag | Rear Side-impact Airbag |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | |
Security Systems | Security System |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable | Immobilizer |
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 60 Months / 100,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | |
Roadside Assistance Months | 60 Months / 100,000 Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months / 100,000 Miles |
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