MPGTerminal
50/100
2017Small Station WagonsRegular

2017 Chevrolet Sonic 5

EPA ID: 37942
27
City MPG
30
Combined MPG
30MPG· Excellent
36
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2017 Chevrolet Sonic 5 achieves an EPA-estimated 30 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 27 MPG in the city and 36 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine paired with a automatic (s6), this small station wagons features Front-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2017 Sonic 5 produces approximately 295 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Sonic 5 performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $2,000, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would spend $750 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassSmall Station Wagons
Fuel TypeRegular
Engine1.4L 4-cyl
AspirationTurbocharged
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions295 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped
GHG Score7/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$2,000
5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $750

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

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Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
30.4
Impact vs EPA
$-24
/ year
💨

Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$585/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$16,800
47.9%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$8,750
24.9%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$9,125
26.0%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
1.1%
Total 5-Year Cost$35,075

Recall Intelligence

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$2,000
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Spend $750

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City27 MPG
Highway36 MPG
Combined30 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

59.0 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 73 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 4.9 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.