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2012 Chevrolet Sonic
Get Pricing$13,865 - $18,625 Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
28 MPG Comb.
Body Type
Hatchback, Sedan
Transmission
Automatic
Seatings
5 Seats
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Overview
The Chevrolet Sonic is all-new for 2012. The new subcompact comes loaded with personality, and is available in enough configurations to suit most buyers.
For starters, buyers can choose between a 5-door hatchback or 4-door sedan, with LS, LT...
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Exterior
Black
Blue Topaz Metallic
Cyber Gray Metallic
Inferno Orange Metallic
Crystal Red Tintcoat
Victory Red
Silver Ice Metallic
Summit White
Specs
Mileage
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 28
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 25
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 35
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 438
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 100
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): - TBD -
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 2776
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front: MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear: Torsion Beam
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): w/Coil Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): w/Coil Springs
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm):
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm):
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in):
Brakes
Brake Type: Pwr
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ):
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 10.8 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in):
Drum - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in): 9.0 x - TBD -
Tires
Front Tire Order Code: RKJ
Rear Tire Order Code: RKJ
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P205/50R17
Rear Tire Size: P205/50R17
Spare Tire Size: Compact
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in): 17 x - TBD -
Rear Wheel Size (in): 17 x - TBD -
Spare Wheel Size (in): Compact
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material: Steel
Steering
Steering Type: Electric Pwr Steering
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 14.1
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 2.7
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 36.1
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft):
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 12.2
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in): 99.4
Length, Overall (in): 159.0
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 68.3
Height, Overall (in): 59.7
Track Width, Front (in): 59.4
Track Width, Rear (in): 59.4
Min Ground Clearance (in): 4.9
Liftover Height (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up (ft³): 19.0
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down (ft³): 47.7
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume (ft³): 90.6
Front Head Room (in): 38.7
Front Leg Room (in): 41.8
Front Shoulder Room (in): 53.4
Front Hip Room (in): 51.4
Second Head Room (in): 38.1
Second Shoulder Room (in): 53.0
Second Leg Room (in): 34.6
Second Hip Room (in): 51.6
Summary
Vehicle Name: Chevrolet Sonic
Body Style: 4 Door Hatchback
Emissions
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 7
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 5.2
Pricing
This model has 12 different trims.
| MSRP | $18,625 |
|---|---|
| Invoice | $17,693 |
| Description | 1.8L/110, 138 @ 6300, Automatic |
Fuel Economy
This model has 12 different trims.
| City | 25 MPG |
|---|---|
| Hwy | 35 MPG |
| Combined | 28 MPG |
| Description | 1.8L/110, 138 @ 6300, Automatic |
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