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29/40
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5
star safety†

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Turbo
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Introducing the all-new Chevrolet Sonic

Sonic Hatchback was made to be on the move. You can see it in the dynamic lines and aggressive, ready-to-pounce stance. Or feel it with the available ECOTEC® 1.4L turbocharged engine with 6-speed manual transmission, the only turbocharged engine in its class. It's the most fun-to-drive car and offers 40 MPG highway†. You'll feel the difference within seconds, because Sonic offers the most available torque in its class, achieved 0-to-60 mph in 7.8 seconds on the test track, and boasts fine-tuned ride and handling.

Sonic keeps every detail in mind, including you and your passengers' comfort and safety—it's the first and only car in its class† with 10 standard air bags† and comes with the support of OnStar®†, standard for six months. No wonder it's also a 2011 Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). There's also flexible cargo space in the back so you can find the right configuration for just about anything.

Stay connected while you're out and about. Bluetooth® wireless technology† allows you to stream your favorite audio services on select smartphones, and connect to your Sonic through mobile apps†. It's the power of Sonic in the palm of your hand.

Sonic wants to go for a ride. Are you game?

A Sneak Peak At What's Next

The all-new 2013 Sonic RS Hatchback

Say hello to the newest Sonic model. Amped up from the inside out, the RS is begging
you to hit the road and never look back. As you hit the accelerator you get immediate
satisfaction. The RS comes standard with a turbocharged engine. Complemented
perfectly by a lowered and stiffened suspension with performance-tuned dampers
and unique sport exhaust to give you incredibly controlled performance, creating
the ultimate Sonic driving experience.

Get your adrenaline going as you slide into heated, leather-appointed front bucket
seats with sueded microfiber inserts and grab hold of a leather-wrapped sport
steering wheel with racing-inspired flat-bottom design. The ultimate Sonic performance
is matched by an interior that is upgraded with unique center stack trim and contrasting
red stitching throughout. Enhanced from the ground up, the RS, available Fall 2012,
gives Sonic an overall impressive balance of savvy and power starting at just $20,995*.

 

 

  • Sonic RS Hatchback featuring leather appointed seats with sueded microfiber inserts.
    The Sonic RS features leather appointed seats with sueded microfiber inserts and heated front bucket seats.†
  • Chevy Sonic RS Hatchback in Victory Red featuring front-end foglamps and lowered ride height.
    The lowered ride height and front-end foglamps are just a few of the head-turning features.
  • Two views of the 2013 Chevy Sonic RS Hatchback in Victory Red and Cyber Gray Metallic.
    The aggressive stance of the unique RS body kit with sport exhaust grabs attention from all angles.
  • The Chevrolet Sonic RS Hatchback featuring leather-appointed seats with sueded microfiber inserts and contrasting red stitching.
    Inside, enjoy leather-appointed seats with sueded microfiber inserts and contrasting red stitching.†
  • The 2013 Chevrolet Sonic RS Hatchback with 6-speed manual transmission.
    Experience power and control with the new Sonic RS, with standard 6-speed manual transmission.
The 2013 Chevy Sonic RS Hatchback in Victory Red.
The suspension of the 2013 Chevrolet Sonic RS Hatchback is designed for uncompromised control.

Uncompromised Control

As pretty as the RS is to look at, it’s also the perfect blend of beauty and beast. Amplifying the rush from the turbocharged engine is responsiveness to match. The new suspension is designed to add control that perfectly harnesses the power of the engine. You’ll feel it hug the road around every bend and curve. So whether it’s a winding drive down the coast or just switching lanes in rush hour, you’ll feel comfortable knowing Sonic will respond to your hands around the leather-wrapped sport steering wheel exactly how you want it to.

Exterior

  • 2012 Chevy Sonic LTZ Hatchback shown in Inferno Orange Metallic
    The 2012 Sonic LTZ shown in Inferno Orange Metallic (extra-cost color), with available sunroof.
  • 2012 Chevy Sonic LTZ Hatchback shown in Inferno Orange Metallic
    Its aggressive and athletic stance is paired with 17-inch, five-spoke aluminum wheels, standard on the 2012 Sonic LTZ.
  • 2012 Chevy Sonic LTZ Hatchback shown in Inferno Orange Metallic
    You're on the move, and the 2012 Sonic is game for whatever. LTZ model shown in Inferno Orange Metallic (extra-cost color).

It’s got the look

Sonic is the only small car built in the United States† and packs a whole lot of attitude. You can see it in its chiseled front end to the rear spoiler. Even the rear door handles are hidden to keep that sporty, clean look without sacrificing functionality. Its aggressive stance, dynamic lines and expressive wheel arches let people know that Sonic is ready for some fun. When you have a car with this much power under the hood, it has to be backed up by a look to match.

 

Get noticed

Sonic is going to catch an eye or two. Its defined front end with motorcycle-inspired, exposed headlamps and unique dual-port grille make a strong visual statement. Kick it up a notch with the front foglamps and chrome accents standard on LTZ and rest assured you'll make an all-eyes-on-you entrance long before you even arrive.

 

Pick your wheels

Boost its aggressive and sporty stance with eye-catching wheel options. The LS and LT models feature 15-inch painted aluminum wheels, or you can upgrade to the optional 16-inch wheels available with the Wheels and Foglamp Package on LT. For a little more edge to your ride, go for the LTZ model with standard 17-inch painted aluminum wheels†.

  • 2012 Chevy Sonic 15-inch painted aluminum wheels

Interior

  • 2012 Chevy Sonic LTZ Hatchback interior shown with available sunroof
    Be open to possibility—Sonic LTZ is. Shown with available sunroof.
  • 2012 Chevy Sonic Hatchback with thumb-controlled gear selection on the shifter
    Opt for the available 6-speed automatic transmission with thumb-controlled gear selection on the shifter. There's a 2012 Sonic performance option just right for you.
  • 2012 Chevy Sonic LTZ Hatchback interior
    No detail was overlooked in the 2012 Sonic LTZ interior design, which preps you for the ride you're about to go on.
  • 2012 Chevy Sonic Hatchback steering wheel designed with a thick rim section for better grip and feel
    Sonic is ready to be driven, so grab onto its steering wheel designed with a thick rim section for better grip and feel, and hold on tight.

Prepare for takeoff

The performance-inspired design elements Sonic boasts on the exterior are exactly what you find when you get behind the wheel. The dual cockpit interior and instrument cluster with graphite silver accents get your blood pumping before you even turn the key. Sonic is ready to be driven, so grab onto its three-spoke steering wheel designed with a thick rim section for optimal grip and hold on tight.


Comfort and convenience

Sure, Sonic has an edge, but it's made for comfort too. Every seat in Sonic was designed to give you and your passengers the best ride possible. Go for the LTZ and you get perforated leatherette heated front seats. And rest assured, Sonic has your back with OnStar® Turn-by-Turn Navigation†, standard for the first six months. With the press of a button you'll be connected with a friendly OnStar® representative ready to help get you where you're going. So buckle up and get ready to go.

2012 Chevy Sonic Hatchback Cargo

Go ahead and load it up

That hatchback is good for more than just a sporty look. Sonic offers flexible cargo space with 19 cubic feet and up to 47.7 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down†. With its 60/40 split folding rear seats you'll be able to find a configuration that's just right. Sonic even gives you unique storage solutions for everything you want to keep within reach including upper and lower glove boxes. Bringing a water bottle with you? There are holders incorporated right into the front doors. Have a tendency to misplace your parking stubs? Not anymore with the specialized holder right in the dash. There's a smart way to make use of space, and the Sonic Hatchback is brilliant.

 

  • Gentleman Hall, 2011 winners of the Chevy-sponsored Billboard Battle of the Bands with the 2012 Sonic
    Gentleman Hall, 2011 winners of the Chevy-sponsored Billboard Battle of the Bands with the 2012
    Sonic.
  • 2012 Chevy Sonic LTZ Hatchback with 60/40 split-folding rear seats offers the space you need
    The 2012 Sonic LTZ with 60/40 split-folding rear seats offers the space you need to bring along
    everything that makes your journey uniquely yours.
  • 2012 Chevy Sonic LTZ Hatchback rear seats can fold down and give you 30.7 cubic feet of available cargo space
    The 2012 Sonic LTZ rear seats can fold down and give you 47.7 cubic feet of available cargo space.

Performance

2012 Chevy Sonic Hatchback 1.4L Turbo

The only turbocharged engine in its class

Be forewarned: After you take your friends for a ride
they may begin to show signs of Sonic envy because
when you turbocharge the drive, things get a whole lot
more interesting. Sonic achieved 0-to-60 mph in under 8.2
seconds on the test track with its available turbocharged
engine offering 138 horsepower and 148 lb.-ft. of torque.
That's the most torque in its class. You'll soon find out
that Sonic is the most fun-to-drive car and it offers 40
MPG hwy†.

 

Handling and comfort ride, together at last

Sonic engineers went through hundreds of suspension variations until they found the perfect blend of handling and comfortable ride, giving Sonic extraordinary agility and sportiness. It's a tight and sporty drive that will get you excited when you step on the gas. Sonic offers the most torque in its class, which means the most get-up-and-go. You'll soon find out why Sonic is the most fun-to-drive small car. Sonic is pumped and ready for a good ride.


Performance designed with you in mind

No matter how you slice it, Sonic offers a performance option that will get you excited to hit the road. Its standard ECOTEC 1.8L I-4 engine with 5-speed manual transmission puts the control of driving back in your hands, and takes care of business with 138 horsepower and 125 lb.-ft. of torque. Sonic even offers Hill Start Assist, which helps you stay put on steep inclines while you transition from the brake pedal to the gas pedal, then automatically releases once you take your foot off the clutch. Or opt for the available 6-speed automatic transmission with thumb-controlled gear selection on the shifter.


Fuel Efficiency

  • 2012 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback shown in Silver Ice Metallic
    Just try and keep up. The 2012 Sonic shown in Silver Ice Metallic.

40 MPG hwy†—so many miles, so little gas

Imagine a road trip from Boston to Philadelphia, New Orleans to Houston, or Los Angeles to San Francisco on one full tank of gas. Sonic Turbo offers up to 488 highway miles on a single tank of gas. Engineering technology in performance and design makes it possible. Its available 1.4L turbocharged engine offers 40 MPG on the highway† without sacrificing its power and athleticism. There's a lot that goes into making a car as fuel efficient as possible, which translates into money in your pocket after the pump and more time spent out in the world.

 

Technology

  • 2012 Chevy Sonic with available myChevrolet mobile app
    Stay connected to your Sonic using the myChevrolet mobile app plus OnStar® RemoteLink™†.
2012 Chevy Sonic keyless remote

Stay in the loop while out and about

Getting into your car just got easier because Sonic keeps you connected to your friends and entertainment on the go. Sonic offers extensive technology features like available Bluetooth® wireless technology for select phones† that allows you to take calls while keeping your hands on the wheel, or OnStar® Turn-by-Turn Navigation standard for six months†. And with the available USB port† and SiriusXM Satellite Radio with a three-month trial on most models†, you get the music and entertainment you want, when you want it.

 

Bluetooth Wireless Technology

Take calls and stream your music without ever taking your hands off the steering wheel through the connectivity of Bluetooth® wireless technology for select phones†. Standard on LTZ and available on LT with the Connectivity Plus Cruise Package.

 

Mobile Apps

Sonic keeps you in the loop with the myChevrolet mobile app† with the connectivity of OnStar RemoteLink™†. You'll never get lost in a parking lot with a real map reminder. Want to schedule a service appointment? It's done in a click. And should you ever need help, roadside assistance is there 24/7. Available from the iTunes Store and Android Marketplace.

The sound of Sonic

Stream your favorite audio services, like Pandora® and Stitcher SmartRadio†,†, or your own music library, from your smartphone through its available Bluetooth† audio streaming feature for select phones. Just download the Pandora® or Stitcher SmartRadio™ app to your mobile device.

 

Navigation

Being lost can be a thing of the past with Sonic. You'll get OnStar® Turn-by-Turn Navigation† standard for the first six months, which means you can press the button on the rearview mirror and, within seconds, be connected to a representative who will help you get to your destination anytime, day or night. You can even alter your route and the new moment-to-moment directions will be updated. Or plan ahead with OnStar® eNavSM, which lets you send destinations from Google Maps® or MapQuest® to your OnStar® system. OnStar® eNavSM is available at no additional cost to all OnStar® subscribers with an active Directions & Connections® plan.

 

Start it up using your phone†

Attention to details is what turns a good experience into a great experience. That's why Sonic offers available remote start capability†,† through the OnStar RemoteLink™ app†, so you can start your Sonic before you even open the door. It means in the dead of winter you can let your car warm up without having to brave the cold, or in the height of summer let it cool down before you get in the driver's seat. It's just another way Sonic keeps your comfort in mind.

 

Plug and Play

Plug in and play on when you insert your iPod®† MP3 player or music-loaded flash drive into the available USB port†. Or plug into the auxiliary input jack for a direct line from your MP3 player to your stereo. Add SiriusXM Satellite Radio with a three-month trial on most models† and ensure that you can always find the perfect song for every driving moment. You get over 170 channels on your satellite radio-commercial-free music, every major sport, entertainment, news and every premium channel. See channel listings and more info.

Personalization

Makes waves

Sonic makes you unique with a variety of available graphics† designed to turn heads when you're cruising down the strip. Standing still you'll look sharp too, with dealer-installed white or black wheels, designed to complement your graphics. Inside, you can add Chevy Accessories like available doorsill plates to give stepping in a stepped-up look. Finally, hit the gas in super style with an available Sport Pedal Kit featuring brushed aluminum covers with rubber grips. Be the first in your crew to put your spin on Sonic. Start your customization at Chevrolet Graphics.

 

  • 2012 Chevy Sonic LT Hatchback shown with dealer-installed Z-spec appearance accessories and graphic wrap
    The 2012 Sonic LT shown with dealer-installed Z-spec appearance accessories and graphic wrap†.
  • 2012 Chevy Sonic LT Hatchback shown with dealer-installed Z-spec appearance accessories and graphic wrap
    The 2012 Sonic LT shown with dealer-installed Z-spec appearance accessories and graphic wrap†.
  • 2012 Chevy Sonic LT Hatchback shown with dealer-installed Z-spec appearance accessories and graphic wrap
    The 2012 Sonic LT shown with dealer-installed Z-spec appearance accessories and graphic wrap†.
  • 2012 Chevy Sonic LTZ Hatchback shown with dealer-installed Z-spec appearance accessories and graphic wrap
    The 2012 Sonic LT shown with dealer-installed Z-spec appearance accessories and graphic wrap†.

 

 

 

Safety

2012 Chevy Sonic Hatchback featuring 10 airbags
2012 Chevy Sonic with 10 standard airbags

A safety philosophy that runs deep

What's the best safety philosophy? Avoid a collision in the first place. That's why Sonic offers extensive safety features for prevention, reaction and response technology to optimize safety before, during and after a crash, if needed. And it's the first and only car in its class† with 10 standard air bags†. Recently the 2012 Sonic Hatchback and Sedan both received a 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score for safety†  – the highest rating possible. That comes on the heels of Sonic's 2012 Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety(IIHS). Who said fun and safe couldn't drive hand in hand?

 

Before

From the moment you set out on the road, technologies like the StabiliTrak® Electronic Stability Control System with traction control are at the ready. On slippery surfaces, StabiliTrak® helps you stay on course by detecting the difference between the path being steered and the direction the vehicle is actually traveling. It then uses the brakes and, if necessary, adjusts engine torque to help you keep your Sonic on track. What's more, four-wheel antilock brakes help maintain control and stability during hard braking by preventing wheel lockup. And Electronic Brake Force Distribution on the front disc and rear drum brakes has panic assist to help optimize stopping power. Other advancements you can count on—including daytime running lamps and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System†—are just a few of the ways we help you avoid trouble on the road.

During

Sometimes, however, trouble finds you. And if a moderate to severe collision does happen, Sonic is designed to respond quickly as the first car in its class† with 10 standard air bags†. Sensors throughout the vehicle determine how many air bags deploy—including knee air bags for the driver and front passenger. Adding to this protection, the cabin is reinforced with high-strength steel throughout. Meanwhile, front and rear "crush zones" are designed to compress in a controlled manner, helping absorb and channel energy away from the cabin. But our protective measures don't end there.

 

After

Should a collision occur, crucial information is constantly relayed to the OnStar® command center via the OnStar® Automatic Crash Response system†. There, trained Advisors utilize GPS technology to pinpoint your exact location and can request help be sent right away—even if you're unable to respond. It's part of OnStar® Directions & Connections®†, which is standard for six months, because nothing is more important than your safety.

How Sustainable Is The Sonic?

Check Out Its "Ecologic" Features

Here at Chevrolet, we believe in being a responsible steward of our environment. Recently, we've developed a new way to communicate some of the environmentally significant features of each vehicle we make. We call it "Ecologic."

 

Every aspect of Ecologic is audited by Two Tomorrows, an independent third party sustainability auditor. To learn more about Ecologic and the Two Tomorrows process, click here.

To see how the Sonic measures up, click on the interactive sticker below.

 

Ecologic

  • Fuel-Saving Technologies

    • Feature
      Continuously Variable Valve Timing (VVT) adjusts airflow in and out of the combustion chamber under all engine speeds
      Consumer Benefit
      An engine that can regulate its own airflow is an engine that makes for better fuel economy and lower emissions
      1 of 4
    • Feature
      Electric power steering uses an electric motor instead of an engine-driven belt
      Consumer Benefit
      Because this engine uses an electric motor instead of an engine driven belt, it has a lighter overall workload. And the lighter the engine's workload, the better its fuel economy
      2 of 4
    • Feature
      The engine has been factory filled with engine oil meeting GM's new dexos" specification
      Consumer Benefit
      Advanced dexos" oil technology provides for greater fuel economy as compared to the previous GF4 oil
      3 of 4
    • Feature
      An advanced available small displacement 1.4 liter turbocharged Ecotec four cylinder offers 40 MPG highway
      Consumer Benefit
      By reducing engine displacement while adding an advanced turbocharger, engineers deliver segment leading fuel economy and torque
      4 of 4

  • End-Of-Life Recyclability

    • Feature
      After the vehicle's useful life, 85% of this vehicle is recyclable
      Consumer Benefit
      At the end of this vehicle's life span, the majority of it's components can be broken down and recycled, which conserves resources and reduces landfill deposit
      1 of 1

  • Responsible Manufacturing

    • Feature
      Landfill gas supplies over 20% of the total energy for the final assembly facility
      Consumer Benefit
      By using landfill gas, a renewable energy source made from waste, this assembly facility is less reliant on fossil fuels
      1 of 4
    • Feature
      The 1.4L engine facility and the transmission facilities are landfill-free
      Consumer Benefit
      By accomplishing a landfill free status, these facilities use a process to reuse, recycle or convert to energy all waste created in their daily operations, which conserves resources
      2 of 4
    • Feature
      The only vehicle in its class assembled in the U.S.
      Consumer Benefit
      This vehicle was assembled in the U.S., reducing energy consuption and emissions related to vehicle transport
      3 of 4
    • Feature
      Its Toledo transmission plant features a designated habitat area certified by the Wildlife Habitat Council
      Consumer Benefit
      Wildlife habitats provide ecological benefits for a healthy environment in the community
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  • 1 Fuel 1LT and 1LZ with available 1.4L turbocharged engine with 6-speed manual transmission
  • 2 11 Standard on LT and LTZ, available on LS. Requires a subscription, sold separately by SiriusXM. Available only in the 48 contiguous United States and Washington, D.C. Visit siriusxm.com for details.
  • 3 13 Data Plan rates apply.
  • 4 10 Not compatible with all devices.
  • 5 12 Requires Android or iPhone and active OnStar subscription, which is standard for 6 months.
  • 6 9 Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution.
  • 7 15 Shown with graphics from an independent supplier and is not covered by the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty. GM is not responsible for the safety or quality of third-party supplier alterations. Go to www.ChevroletGraphics.com for more details.
  • 8 8 Assembled in Orion Township, Michigan, of United States and globally-sourced parts.
  • 9 14 iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
  • 10 7 Requires Android or iPhone platform.
  • 11 6 Go to gm.com/bluetooth to find out which phones are compatible with the vehicle.
  • 12 5 Visit onstar.com for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model and conditions. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers.
  • 13 4 Air bag inflation can cause severe injury or death to anyone too close to the bag when it deploys. Be sure every occupant is properly restrained.
  • 14 3 EPA estimate for available 1.4L turbocharged engine with 6-speed manual transmission.
  • 15 2 Use only GM-approved wheel/tire combinations. See dealer for details.
  • 16 16 Excludes spare tire.
  • 17 17 Requires available remote starter system and automatic transmission.
  • 18 18 Based on GM segmentation.
  • 19 19 Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov).
  • 20 Safety Government 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score for safety from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov)
  • 21 20 Pre-production model shown. Actual production model may vary.
  • 22 Engine 1LT, 2LT, 1LZ and 2LZ
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