2012 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan

Basic Specs

Base Price TBA
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Curb Weight (lbs) TBD
City (MPG) TBD
Hwy (MPG) TBD
Horsepower 138@6300
Torque (lb-ft) 125@3800
Wheelbase 99.4
Length (in.) 173.1
Width (in.) 68.3
Height (in.) 59.7

The Chevrolet Sonic Sedan is one of two models available bearing the Sonic nameplate - both of which hope to shake up the small car segment with their competitive list of features.

The Sonic represents Chevrolet 's first attempt at fielding a truly competitive subcompact car after the Aveo struggled in the market, prompting the automaker to drop the name in the U.S. market and adopt "Sonic" for the latest subcompact car to wear the Chevy bowtie. So did Chevy reinvent the car enough to warrant the new name? Let's find out.

Powertrains from above
When it comes to the Sonic, the powertrains come from above - literally - as they were all borrowed directly from the C-segment Chevy Cruze. Despite being smaller and lighter, the less desirable aerodynamics typical in the subcompact class limit highway fuel economy to 40 miles per gallon with the optional 1.4-liter Turbo engine and six-speed manual.

The aforementioned optional 1.4-liter, turbocharged engine comes at a $700 premium and boasts the same 138 horsepower as the base engine, but with a broader torque curve and a higher peak torque rating with 148 lb-ft. This engine comes mated either to a six-speed manual good for 29 city, 40 highway mpg, or an optional six-speed automatic transmission.

The base engine is a 1.8-liter, naturally aspirated four-pot that is good for 138 horsepower and 125 lb-ft of torque. While the power ratings are similar to the optional engine, fuel economy suffers with a dip to 26 city, 35 highway for the five-speed manual or 25 city, 35 highway with the six-speed automatic.

Aside from offering engines pulled straight from a segment above, the Sonic also offers are features typically found in larger cars - such as 10 standard airbags, rollover sensing technology, hill-hold assist for manual transmissions and levels of interior quietness more reminiscent of a small luxury car than an economy car.

The Sonic Sedan differs from the Hatchback in design starting with the front doors and continuing all the way back - giving each vehicle a truly unique appearance beyond the front fascia.

The trim levels start with the base LS, followed by the LT and range-topping LTZ.

Sonic Sedan LS
The Hatchback LS comes standard with the 1.8-liter engine and a five-speed manual transmission, along with 15-inch alloy wheels, the most standard safety features in the segment (10 air bags, StabiliTrak, traction control, anti-lock brakes, collapsible pedals and power rear-door safety locks), OnStar with six months of free turn-by-turn navigation, air conditioning, power locks, keyless entry and a tilt and telescoping steering wheel.

Sonic Sedan LT
Stepping up to the LT will see the addition of a CD player with MP3 capability and six speakers, SiriusXM satellite radio, power windows with one-touch auto up/down on the driver side, premium cloth trim, rear floor mats and power-adjustable and heated exterior mirrors.

Wheels are also swapped from 15- to 16-inches and made of aluminum alloy.

Sonic Sedan LTZ
The range-topping LTZ takes all the aforementioned equipment and either adds to or replaces it with perforated leatherette seating surfaces, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, upgraded stereo with auxiliary input jack, USB power and Bluetooth, cruise control, remote start, steering wheel-mounted audio and phone controls, fog lamps and 17-inch alloy wheels.

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    • General
    • Body Style:Sedan
    • Size:Sub-Compact
    • Market Segment:Economy
    • Weight:TBD
    • Exterior
    • Length:173.1 in.
    • Width:68.3 in.
    • Height:59.7 in.
    • Wheelbase:99.4 in.
    • Ground Clearance:TBD
    • Front Track:59.4 in.
    • Rear Track:59.4 in.
    • Weight Distribution:TBD
    • Drag Coefficient:TBD
    • Interior - General
    • Seats:5
    • Passenger Volume:90.4 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume:14.0 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume (Seats Folded):TBD
    • Interior - Front Row
    • Volume:TBD
    • Leg Room:41.8 in.
    • Head Room:38.7 in.
    • Shoulder Room:53.4 in.
    • Hip Room:51.4 in.
    • Interior - Second Row
    • Volume:TBD
    • Leg Room:34.6 in.
    • Head Room:37.8 in.
    • Shoulder Room:53.0 in.
    • Hip Room:51.6 in.
    • Propulsion
    • Fuel Type:Gas
    • Engine Type:1.8L I4
    • Power:138 hp @ 6300 rpm
    • Torque:125 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm
    • Transmission:5-Speed Manual
    • Highway Fuel Economy:TBD
    • City Fuel Economy:TBD
    • Forced Induction:None
    • Direct Injection:No
    • Chassis
    • Layout:Front Wheel Drive
    • Front Suspension:Strut-Type
    • Rear Suspension:Torsion-Beam
    • Wheels
    • Front:15" Aluminum
    • Front Tires:P195/65R15 ALS
    • Rear:15" Aluminum
    • Rear Tires:P195/65R15 ALS
    • Trailering & Hauling
    • Trailer Weight:TBD
    • Payload:
    • Tongue Weight:TBD

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      1LS

      • ECOTEC® 1.8L with 5-speed manual transmission
      • OnStar®, 6 months of Directions & Connections® Plan
      • Remote Keyless Entry
      • StabiliTrak® Electronic Stability Control System with rollover sensor and Traction Control
      • 15-inch aluminum wheels
      • Ten standard air bags

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      2LS

      • ECOTEC® 1.8L with 6-speed automatic transmission
      • OnStar®, 6 months of Directions & Connections® Plan
      • Remote Keyless Entry
      • StabiliTrak® Electronic Stability Control System with rollover sensor and Traction Control
      • 15-inch aluminum wheels
      • Ten standard air bags

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      1LT

      • ECOTEC® 1.8L with 5-speed manual transmission
      • SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio with 3 trial months
      • Power Windows with driver Express-Up and Down and anti-pinch feature
      • StabiliTrak® Electronic Stability Control System with rollover sensor and Traction Control
      • 15-inch aluminum wheels
      • Ten standard air bags

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      2LT

      • ECOTEC® 1.8L with 6-speed automatic transmission
      • SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio with 3 trial months
      • Power Windows with driver Express-Up and Down and anti-pinch feature
      • StabiliTrak® Electronic Stability Control System with rollover sensor and Traction Control
      • 15-inch aluminum wheels
      • Ten standard air bags

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      1LZ

      • ECOTEC® 1.8L with 5-speed manual transmission
      • Bluetooth wireless technology for select phones
      • AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback, equalizer, auxiliary input jack USB port and Bluetooth® Audio Streaming for select compatible audio devices
      • StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System with rollover sensor and Traction Control
      • 17-inch aluminum wheels
      • Ten standard air bags
      • Leather wrapped steering wheel with cruise control and audio control buttons
      • Fog Lamps

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      2LZ

      • ECOTEC® 1.8L with 6-speed automatic transmission
      • Bluetooth wireless technology for select phones
      • AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback, equalizer, auxiliary input jack USB port and Bluetooth® Audio Streaming for select compatible audio devices
      • StabiliTrak® Electronic Stability Control System with rollover sensor and Traction Control
      • 17-inch aluminum wheels
      • Ten standard air bags
      • Leather wrapped steering wheel with cruise control and audio control buttons
      • Fog Lamps

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    Powertrain

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      ECOTEC 1.8L 4-cylinder engine

      • The ECOTEC® 1.8L 4-cylinder DOHC engine with Variable Valve Timing is compact and durable, designed for low maintenance and low emissions.

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      Transmission, manual

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      Oil pan heater

      • Close[X] In extremely cold weather, engine oil can thicken, reducing its ability to flow and making the engine more difficult to start. An electric oil pan heater warms the oil pan in cold weather. This will make your car start easier and heat up faster on a cold morning.

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      LPO, Front & rear splash guards

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      Front bucket seats

      • The front bucket seats are well suited for a fun, comfortable drive. Both driver and passenger can adjust the seats to their preferred position, allowing for the right amount of leg room. Head restraints also are height-adjustable to further customize comfort.

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      LPO, All-weather floor mats

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      LPO, Cargo net

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      LPO, Storage bin liner

      • N/A

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      AM/FM stereo

      • Ride to your own soundtrack. SonicTM quality and attention to detail are seen in its standard AM/FM stereo system. The equalizer helps you balance the sound your way, and the auxiliary input jack allows you to hook up your MP3 player and listen to your music library through the vehicle speakers. It features a digital clock display.

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      Audio system, AM/FM stereo w/ CD player (Includes SiriusXM Satellite Radio)

      • This audio system gives you everything you need to enjoy your favorite music or talk radio while driving your Sonic™. Youll enjoy AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback, a convenient seek-and-scan button, Radio Data System® (RDS), auto-tone control, equalizer and auxiliary input jack. It also displays the time on a digital clock.

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      Door Handles

      • Replace the factory door handles with these stylish body-color Door Handles that feature an eye-catching chrome stripe to give your Sonic a more personalized appearance. Shown in Victory Red (GCN).

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      Door Sill Plates

      • Add a stylish accent to the front entry area of your Sonic while also helping to protect against scratches and scrapes with these stainless Door Sill Plates.

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      Fog Lamps

      • The illuminating beam of these Fog Lamps minimizes glare while adding safety and security to your driving experience.

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      Splash Guards - Front Molded

      • Designed to accent the exterior of your Sonic, these Front Molded Splash Guards fit directly behind the wheels and help protect against tire splash and mud.

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      Splash Guards - Rear Molded

      • Designed to accent the exterior of your Sonic, these Rear Molded Splash Guards fit directly behind the wheels and help protect against tire splash and mud.

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