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2012 Chevrolet Sonic - Review

Booming Sonic: GM's first good thing in a small package?

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9.0 /10

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2012 Chevrolet Sonic - Review

Lovable Sonic full of surprises

Globe Rating

8.0 /10

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Available Trims

Below is a list of all trims available for this model. To see more details click on the trim name.

Trim MSRP Engine HP Fuel Type Fuel Economy
L/100km
LS Sedan $13,665 1.8L In-Line 4 138 Unleaded 6.8
LS 5-Door $14,155 1.8L In-Line 4 138 Unleaded 6.8
LS Sedan 6AT $15,965 1.8L In-Line 4 138 Unleaded 7.0
LS 5-Door 6AT $16,455 1.8L In-Line 4 138 Unleaded 7.0
LT Sedan $16,815 1.8L In-Line 4 138 Unleaded 6.8
LT 5-Door $17,815 1.8L In-Line 4 138 Unleaded 6.8
LT Sedan 6AT $18,315 1.8L In-Line 4 138 Unleaded 7.0
LT 5-Door 6AT $19,315 1.8L In-Line 4 138 Unleaded 7.0
LTZ Sedan $21,055 1.4L In-Line 4 138 Unleaded 6.3
LTZ 5-Door $21,295 1.4L In-Line 4 138 Unleaded 6.3
LTZ Sedan 6AT $22,435 1.4L In-Line 4 138 Unleaded 6.7
LTZ 5-Door 6AT $22,645 1.4L In-Line 4 138 Unleaded 6.7
RS 5-Door $23,560 1.4L In-Line 4 138 Unleaded 6.7
RS 5-Door 6AT $24,910 1.4L In-Line 4 138 Unleaded 7.2

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