Chevrolet Sonic
The Chevrolet Sonic combines a fuel efficient engine, seating for five and ample cargo space; it competes in the sub-compact market.
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-liter engine is also available on the LT and LTZ trims, and standard on the RS trim. Standard safety equipment includes stability control, ABS brakes, panic brake assist, hill hold control, automatic headlamps, 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, and remote engine start.
For 2014, the Chevrolet Sonic is now available with some advanced technology for the segment: forward collision alert, lane departure warning, and rear camera, are now offered.
Quick Facts
- Engine: 1.8L I-4
- Power: 138 @ 6,300 rpm
- Transmission: 5-spd man w.OD
- Drivetrain: front-wheel
- Seating: 5 passengers
- Cargo: 14.9 cu.ft.
- MPG: 26 City / 35 HWY
- Warranty: GM TOTAL Warranty 36 months/36,000 miles
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Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback Models
LS features an ECOTEC® 1.8L 4-cylinder engine, 5-speed manual transmission, 10 standard air bags,† and the StabiliTrak® Electronic Stability Control System. OnStar®† with the Directions & Connections® Plan is included for the first six months. Bluetooth® wireless technology† for select phones comes standard and steering wheel-mounted controls for audio and phone are included. LS also features Remote Keyless Entry and 15-inch steel wheels with bolt-on wheel covers. Chevrolet MyLink† Radio with 7-inch diagonal color touch-screen and 6-speaker premium audio system upgrade are available options.
LS features an ECOTEC® 1.8L 4-cylinder engine, 10 standard air bags,† and the StabiliTrak® Electronic Stability Control System. OnStar®† with the Directions & Connections® Plan is included for the first six months. Bluetooth® wireless technology† for select phones comes standard and steering wheel-mounted controls for audio and phone are included. LS also features Remote Keyless Entry and 15-inch steel wheels with bolt-on wheel covers. Chevrolet MyLink† Radio with 7-inch diagonal color touch-screen and 6-speaker premium audio system upgrade are available options.
In addition to LS features, Sonic LT includes 15-inch aluminum wheels and three trial months of SiriusXM Radio.† Also standard are cruise control, power windows with driver express-up/-down feature, 6-speaker premium audio system, and USB port.† There’s also the available Wheels and Foglamp Package, which includes 16-inch aluminum wheels and foglamps. Optional Chevrolet MyLink† Radio is available.
In addition to LS features, Sonic LT includes 15-inch aluminum wheels and three trial months of SiriusXM Radio.† Also standard are cruise control, power windows with driver express-up/-down feature, remote vehicle starter system, 6-speaker premium audio system, and USB port.† There’s also the available Wheels and Foglamp Package, which includes 16-inch aluminum wheels and foglamps. Optional Chevrolet MyLink† Radio is available.
LTZ has all the features of LT plus perforated leatherette seating surfaces, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with cruise and audio controls, and foglamps. Also included standard with all LTZ models is Chevrolet MyLink† Radio with AM/FM stereo with Bluetooth® audio streaming† for music and select phones†, voice recognition for phone, and Pandora Internet Radio and Stitcher SmartRadio compatibility, all controlled through a 7-inch diagonal color touch-screen.
LTZ has all the features of LT plus perforated leatherette seating surfaces, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with cruise and audio controls, and foglamps. Also included standard with all LTZ models is Chevrolet MyLink† Radio with AM/FM stereo with Bluetooth® audio streaming† for music and select phones†, voice recognition for phone, and Pandora Internet Radio and Stitcher SmartRadio compatibility, all controlled through a 7-inch diagonal color touch-screen.
The top-of-the-line hatchback-only RS model takes all the components of the LTZ and kicks it up a notch with additional RS-specific features. The 1.4L turbocharged engine with 6-speed automatic transmission including a remote vehicle starter system, 4-wheel disc brakes, and a sport exhaust with chrome outlet come standard. The RS also features standard 17-inch Midnight Silver-painted aluminum wheels. The new RS boasts a new front fascia with new foglamp design, RS-specific grille, new rear spoiler, rocker moldings, exterior RS badging, and unique mirror cap finish. The interior includes leather-appointed sport seats with sueded inserts, a new leather-wrapped sport steering wheel with racing-inspired design, and an RS-specific interior trim color for the instrument panel and door trim inserts. Included with RS is Chevrolet MyLink† Radio with an AM/FM stereo including Bluetooth® audio streaming† for select phones, voice recognition for phone, 6 premium speakers, and Pandora Internet Radio and Stitcher SmartRadio compatibility, all controlled through a 7-inch color touch-screen.
The top-of-the-line hatchback-only RS model takes all the components of the LTZ and kicks it up a notch with additional RS-specific features. The 1.4L turbocharged engine with 6-speed manual transmission featuring performance oriented gear ratios, 4-wheel disc brakes, and a sport exhaust with chrome outlet come standard. The RS also features standard 17-inch Midnight Silver-painted aluminum wheels. The new RS boasts a new front fascia with new foglamp design, RS-specific grille, new rear spoiler, rocker moldings, exterior RS badging, and unique mirror cap finish. The interior includes leather-appointed sport seats with sueded inserts, a new leather-wrapped sport steering wheel with racing-inspired design, and an RS-specific interior trim color for the instrument panel and door trim inserts. Included with RS is Chevrolet MyLink† Radio with an AM/FM stereo including Bluetooth® audio streaming† for select phones, voice recognition for phone, 6 premium speakers, and Pandora Internet Radio and Stitcher SmartRadio compatibility, all controlled through a 7-inch color touch-screen.