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2013 Chevrolet Sonic review

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Chevrolet Sonic highlights

Customer rating

Mileage (EPA estimate)

25 city, 33 highway, 28 combined

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Year

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What is new for the 2013 Chevrolet Sonic?

  • The Sonic is available in a new trim called the RS.
  • Sonic trims have been upgraded with Leather & Suede Seats and Rear Spoiler as standard equipment this year.
  • The LT trim now comes with Remote Start, Cruise Control, and Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment.
  • The LS trim now comes with Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

The 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is a small car that is great for those who want a car that is economical and has a lot of space. Customers like the gas mileage and the space.
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Above Average

RepairPal gave the Chevrolet Sonic an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Chevrolet Sonic 23rd out of 27 among Subcompact Cars.

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Chevrolet Sonic features and specs

LTZ 2WD 4D Hatchback

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Cruise Control
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Leatherette Seats
  • Manual Transmission
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Traction Control
  • Turbo Charged Engine
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Sunroof(s)

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

1.4L

Horsepower

138

Torque (ft-lbs)

148

Engine type

Turbo Gas

Fuel capacity

12.2

Wheelbase

99.4"

Overall length

159"

Width

68.3"

Height

59.7"

Leg room

F 41.8"/R 34.6"

Head room

F 38.7"/R 38.1"

Front tires

P205/50R17

Rear tires

P205/50R17

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Manual 5

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