2012 Chevrolet Sonic
Starting MSRP $13,865–$18,625
Average Rating
| Comfort: |  | 4.4 out of 5 |
| Performance: |  | 4.5 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: |  | 4.6 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: | | 4.5 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | | 4.6 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | | 4.5 out of 5 |
36 out of 39 people would recommended this car to a friend | ||
Consumer Reviews
Rating from used car Enthusiast.
 (5) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: |  |
4 out of 5 |
| Performance: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: |  |
3 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: |  |
5 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
5 out of 5 |
"I never owned a chevy, my dad always owned chevys but that was a long way back. So far it has been a good car. Not too many extras that will just break when it gets old. It is a small car and it looks good."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: Used
Primary use for this car: Work
Rating from sonic lover
| (5) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Performance: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
5 out of 5 |
"I recently was given a 2012 Chevy Sonic as a gift from my husband. It was sitting on the showroom floor and I fell in love as soon as I saw it. It is comfortable, the turbo is so quick for passing, and it has all the bells and whistles. It is the nicest car I have ever owned and I love it. Averages 34 miles to the gal, I thought it would get a little better, but everything else is so nice I wouldn't trade it. I got the midnight black metallic color and have had many people tell how classy the color is. It is bigger on the inside than what it looks like, too."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Just getting around
Rating from htsmcrider
 (3) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: | |
3 out of 5 |
| Performance: | |
3 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: | |
3 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | |
3 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
3 out of 5 |
"It has a 6 speed autotomatic transmission and you can feel all six gears.Not a smooth shifting vehichle. Not much Pep with 1.8 L engine.Also no cruise control which I dearly miss.Windows are crank,not auto.But less to go wrong.It says 39 MPG..On a grat day all I am getting is 32 MPG. And thats on a very rare day.It handles well, as far as driving is concerned.I traded in a 2009 HHR which was a much better vehicle."
I would recommend this car to a friend: No
This vehicle was purchased: Used
Primary use for this car: Commuting
Rating from sean
| (3) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: |  |
1 out of 5 |
| Performance: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: |  |
2 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
4 out of 5 |
"I have owned my LT sedan with the 1.4 turbo 6 speed manual since Oct. 2012. The 1st week I noticed the seat was uncomfortable. I thought they would get better once broken in. I am about 5'9" and 220. I am a big guy but not huge . The seats are thinly padded, they collapsed under my weight. I ended up getting the seat modified by a auto upholsterer. The foot room and the width between the door and center console is tight. The clutch is difficult to push all the way to the floor because the wheel well intrudes into the foot well. I think they designed it for automatic transmissions. I love the way it drives! It has ample power and I get 39 miles to the gallon. I have never got less than 37.7. The sound system is really good. The plastics are very cheap and hard. I have only had 1 problem. The gas gauge has died 2 times but came back on its own. The trunk is huge.The value is great."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Commuting
Rating from Bay area commuter
 (4) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Performance: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: | |
3 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
5 out of 5 |
"Comfortable nipply hatchback. Handles well. Pros Solid construction good bodysyling great bluetooth hands free system remote start great in winter! Comfortable seating Cons Gas Milage avg ~32mpg arm rest not adjustable- too high front cpholder in awkward position"
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Commuting
Rating from ANN25
| (5) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Performance: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
5 out of 5 |
"I love my little sonic, its the base model but its so fun to drive and comfortable....Definitly recommend :)"
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Just getting around
Rating from working Joe
| (5) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Performance: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
4 out of 5 |
"Bought the car primarily for work about a year ago. Was impressed with the room, Im 6" and had to put the seat forward a notch. Has a large trunk which is useful for sporting equipment on my weekends away. Selling point was the engine which is the same as the Cruz and has enough power for stop and go driving along with easily reaching highway speeds when necessary.My only complaints are the minor recalls which have happened but since it is new this is to be expected. I also would have liked cruise control as an option. I also was not happy with the tires it came with. Averaging 29mph in mixed driving and I also like the dash which gives very useful infomation and is easy to manipulate."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Work
Rating from none
| (4) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: | |
3 out of 5 |
| Performance: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
5 out of 5 |
"30mph consistently, a little tight up front and very tight in back. But rides nicely and we like the look of it. reasonable price for a small car."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Commuting
Rating from City Driver
| (5) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Performance: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
5 out of 5 |
"I looked at many competitors in the same price range, none had all of the features of my LTZ-heated front seats, sunroof, etc. Fit and finish are surprisingly good. I use the car for my punishing NYC daily commute with stop/start traffic and terrible roads, and it performs wonderfully. Great for city parking as well. Comfortable for long driving as well, have about 11000 miles on it, still feels new. I usually get bored with my cars very quickly, but not so with the Sonic."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Commuting
Rating from ss
| (5) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Performance: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
5 out of 5 |
"Very smooth experience. Answered questions about new car. Would return again. Helped get price lower."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Just getting around
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