Is the Chevy Sonic hatchback a good car?

The 2019 Chevrolet Sonic ranks near the top of our used subcompact car class. It offers a spacious cabin, athletic handling, and an excellent reliability rating. However, a lack of basic standard features, an underpowered engine, and so-so fuel economy ratings hold the Sonic back.

What year Chevy Sonic is the best?

2014
2014 Chevrolet Sonic Review Agile handling and a roomy interior help make the 2014 Chevrolet Sonic one of the top used subcompact cars on the market. It also has one of the best safety scores in the class.

Is the Chevrolet Sonic fast?

Performance and Fuel Economy MotorTrend testing of a Sonic with this engine and the no-longer-available six-speed manual transmission produced a 0-60 mph time of 8.1 seconds; it’s possible the current automatic transmission will shave a few tenths of a second off that time.

Is the Chevy Sonic a good used car to buy?

There are plenty of cheap cars on the used market, but it’s hard to find one that’s also fun to drive. Thankfully, Chevrolet makes one of the best small cars you can buy with a bargain price tag. According to U.S. News, the 2014 Chevy Sonic is the best used car for under $10,000.

How many miles will a 2015 Chevy Sonic last?

Multiple mileage reports suggest the Chevrolet Sonic can last for 150,000 to 200,000 miles. If you drive like every other American (15,000 miles annually), your new Chevrolet Sonic can run for 10-13 years.

Is the 2015 Chevy Sonic reliable?

The 2015 Sonic has an above-average reliability rating of four out of five from J.D. Power.

Is Chevy Sonic a v6?

The Chevrolet Sonic comes standard with a 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 138 horsepower and 148 pound-feet of torque. The engine is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. This powertrain does a good job propelling the Sonic around, and it feels energetic in most situations.

How fast is a Sonic Turbo?

If small is the next big thing, then the Sonic is huge. For starters, the 138-hp six-speed manual Sonic LTZ Turbo is easily the quickest subcompact by a healthy margin. Chevy estimates the turbocharged LTZ will run to 60 mph in 8.2 seconds — about a second quicker than a 120-hp Fiesta or 117-hp Fit.

What is the life expectancy of a Chevy Sonic?

What engine is in a 2015 Chevy Sonic?

1.4 L 4-cylinder
1.8 L 4-cylinder
2015 Chevrolet Sonic/Engine

Is Sonic discontinued?

Chevrolet has confirmed that the Sonic subcompact sedan and hatchback are being discontinued. It’s due to a decline in sales and also will let GM’s Orion Township plant ramp up efforts to produce the refreshed Bolt EV and the upcoming Bolt EUV crossover.

Is the Chevy Sonic fun to drive?

The Sonic has sharp steering and handles well, and it’s more fun to drive than several other options in the class. That sportiness comes at the cost of ride quality, however. Models with the available sport-tuned suspension tend to feel harsh over bumps. Models with the standard suspension are more compliant.

Is the Chevy Sonic hatchback a good car?