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Chevrolet Sonic

2012–2020 · 31 configurations

Lowest
28
Average
30
Best
32
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The Chevrolet Sonic has been tested by the EPA across 31 different configurations spanning model years 2012 through 2020. Over this period, the Sonic has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 28 MPG to 32 MPG, with an overall average of 30 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2020
1.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,050263429MPG
2019
1.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,050263429MPG
2019
1.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Regular
$1,950273831MPG
2018
1.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,000273530MPG
2018
1.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Regular
$1,850283732MPG
2018
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,150253428MPG
2018
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,050263529MPG
2017
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,150243428MPG
2017
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,150253328MPG
2017
1.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,000273630MPG
2017
1.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Regular
$1,850283832MPG
2016
1.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Regular
$1,850283832MPG
2016
1.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,000273630MPG
2016
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,150243428MPG
2016
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,050263429MPG
2015
1.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,000273630MPG
2015
1.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Regular
$1,850283832MPG
2015
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,150243428MPG
2015
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,050263429MPG
2014
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,150243428MPG
2014
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,050263429MPG
2014
1.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Regular
$1,850283832MPG
2014
1.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,000273630MPG
2013
1.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Regular
$1,850283832MPG
2013
1.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,000273630MPG
2013
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,050263429MPG
2013
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,150243428MPG
2012
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,150243428MPG
2012
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,050263429MPG
2012
1.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Regular
$1,850283832MPG
2012
1.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,000273630MPG

Historical Efficiency

2020
29
2019
31
2018
32
2017
32
2016
32
2015
32
2014
32
2013
32
2012
32

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Sonic) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Chevrolet Sonic. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Chevrolet Chevrolet Sonic grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
644
Total Deaths
429

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
9.9%
Fire Occurrence
4.0%
Speeding Involved
11.8%
DUI Involved
15.5%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

78%
Front
13%
Side
9%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes67
Fatalities
45
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2022
Fatal Crashes87
Fatalities
60
Deaths/Crash
0.69
2021
Fatal Crashes64
Fatalities
42
Deaths/Crash
0.66
2020
Fatal Crashes75
Fatalities
51
Deaths/Crash
0.68
2019
Fatal Crashes68
Fatalities
42
Deaths/Crash
0.62
2018
Fatal Crashes80
Fatalities
58
Deaths/Crash
0.72
2017
Fatal Crashes71
Fatalities
47
Deaths/Crash
0.66
2016
Fatal Crashes61
Fatalities
40
Deaths/Crash
0.66
2015
Fatal Crashes49
Fatalities
31
Deaths/Crash
0.63
2014
Fatal Crashes22
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.59
Query NHTSA FARS Database

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2018
1
2015
2
2014
1
2013
5
2012
7
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