
The Chevrolet Sonic combines a fuel efficient engine, seating for five and ample cargo space to its sporty entry into 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-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.
Sonic LS starting at $14,495 sedan, $15,495 hatchback, including:
Sonic LT starting at $16,495 sedan, $17,495 hatchback, including:
Sonic LTZ starting at $20,495 sedan, $20,995 hatchback, including:
| 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | 2012 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| MSRP* | $14,495 | $13,199 | $12,999 | $14,480 |
| Fuel Consumption (City/Hwy per 100km) | 7.7L/5.6L | 6.7L/4.9L | 7.1L/5.3L | 7.1L/5.7L |
| Horsepower | 138 @ 4900 RPM | 138 @ 6300 RPM | 120 @ 6350 RPM | 117 @ 6600 RPM |
| Torque (lb.ft) | 125 @ 3800 RPM | 123 @ 4850 RPM | 112 @ 5000 RPM | 106 @ 4800 RPM |
| Wheels | 15 inch | 14 inch | 15 inch | 15 inch |
| IIHS Top Safety Pick | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Standard | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Bluetooth | Standard | Optional | Optional | Not Available |
| OnStar® with Standard Navigation | Standard | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Passenger Room (L) | 2,556 | 2,539 | 2,410 | 2,572 |
| Head Room Front/Rear (mm) | 995/961 | 1014/964 | 993/942 | 1027/991 |
| Leg Room Front/Rear (mm) | 1062/881 | 1113/780 | 1072/792 | 1050/888 |
| Cargo Volume (L) | 397 | 389 | 363 | 585 |
| Hill Hold Assist | Standard | No | Standard | No |
| Powertrain Warranty*** | 5 year / 160,000 km | 5 year / 100,000 km | 5 year / 100,000 km | |