Autoknowtive
Chevrolet built the Sonic in 2011–2020. Autoknowtive’s catalog has 3 of them, from the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic to the 2017 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan. Body styles here: Hatchback. Sold new in North America and Asia.
Power went from 140 hp in the 2012 Sonic to 138 hp in the 2017 Sonic Sedan. It got heavier along the way: 1,230 kg for the 2012 car, 1,287 kg for the 2017. The most powerful here is the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic at 140 hp (104 kW). Quickest from 0 to 62 mph: the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic, in 8.3 s.
Chevrolet displayed the all-new 2012 Sonic at the 2011 North American International Auto Show. Its youthful, aggressive design is backed by turbocharged performance and agile ride and handling, combining to deliver an efficient, fun-to-drive small car.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
Chevrolet introduced the 2017 Sonic - a more expressive, sporty take on the brand's fun-to-drive small car. It offers big technologies such as a new MyLink system with segment-exclusive Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, and a fresh exterior with new LED signature lighting.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
The 2017 Chevrolet Sonic goes on sale in fall 2016, offered in LS, LT and Premier trims on sedan models.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
| Car | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Weight | Engine | Drive | Gearbox | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Sonic | 140 hp (104 kW) | 125 lb-ft (169 Nm) | 8.3 s | 126 mph (203 km/h) | 1,230 kg (2,712 lb) | 1.8 L inline-4 | Front Wheel Drive | 6-speed automatic | 32 mpg |
| 2017 Sonic | 140 hp (104 kW) | 148 lb-ft (201 Nm) | 11.0 s | — | 1,244 kg (2,743 lb) | 1.4 L 4 | Front Wheel Drive | six-speed manual transmission | 32 mpg |
| 2017 Sonic Sedan | 138 hp (103 kW) | 125 lb-ft (169 Nm) | — | — | 1,287 kg (2,837 lb) | 1.8 L inline-4 | Front Wheel Drive | 6-speed automatic | 32 mpg |
Power is the figure quoted for that version. Fuel economy is the best EPA combined rating, US models only.
Cars from other brands in the same class, with similar power and from the same years:
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