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2012 Chevrolet Sonic
2012 Chevrolet Sonic Rebates and Incentives
Prices and Incentives
Dealer Price:
$13,865 - $18,625
Original MSRP:
$13,518 - $17,694
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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
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| Overall Safety Rating | N/A |
2012 Chevrolet Sonic Review
The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is a 4-door, 5-passenger new sedan that has been carried over from 2011. The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is offered in three models, the LS, the LT, and the LTZ. The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic has a 1.8 liter engine and a 5 speed manual transmission. The 2012
Chevrolet Sonic carries 36,000/36 basic warranty and is a new car that averages over 20 MPG mpg city and 40mpg highway.
The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic models come with all of the following as standard: full power accessories, child safety door locks, ABS brakes, traction/stability control, front power outlet, engine start/stop button, CD player, Bluetooth® wireless access, USB port, MP3 player, automatic headlights with auto off, halogen headlights, fog lights, front air dam, rear spoiler, air conditioning, cruise control, outside temperature gauge, steering wheel mounted controls, tire pressure monitor, trip computer, delayed courtesy lighting, leather steering wheel, keyless entry, remote fuel door, cloth seating, front bucket seats, second row floor mats, tilt steering column, seatback storage, armrest storage, cup holders, alloy wheels, tire detail, privacy glass, power/folding and heated exterior mirrors, rear wiper and a rear defroster. *Not all of the above features may come as standard on the 2012 Chevrolet models.
Some optional upgrades for the 2012 Chevrolet Models includes, an AM/FM stereo with a CD Player or MP3 Playback.
The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is a new car under $15,000 that has a starting price of $13,865.
The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic models come with all of the following as standard: full power accessories, child safety door locks, ABS brakes, traction/stability control, front power outlet, engine start/stop button, CD player, Bluetooth® wireless access, USB port, MP3 player, automatic headlights with auto off, halogen headlights, fog lights, front air dam, rear spoiler, air conditioning, cruise control, outside temperature gauge, steering wheel mounted controls, tire pressure monitor, trip computer, delayed courtesy lighting, leather steering wheel, keyless entry, remote fuel door, cloth seating, front bucket seats, second row floor mats, tilt steering column, seatback storage, armrest storage, cup holders, alloy wheels, tire detail, privacy glass, power/folding and heated exterior mirrors, rear wiper and a rear defroster. *Not all of the above features may come as standard on the 2012 Chevrolet models.
Some optional upgrades for the 2012 Chevrolet Models includes, an AM/FM stereo with a CD Player or MP3 Playback.
The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is a new car under $15,000 that has a starting price of $13,865.
Warranty Information
| Basic: | 3 Years/36,000 Miles |
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Recalls Issued
| US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID | 11V599000 |
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| Mfg's Report Date | DEC 22, 2011 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS |
| Number of Units Affected | 4,296 |
| Summary | GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHEVROLET SONIC VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 2, 2011, THROUGH NOVEMBER 21, 2011. ON SOME OF THESE VEHICLES, THE FRONT BRAKE INNER OR OUTER PAD MAY BE MISSING. |
| Consequence | A MISSING PAD COULD RESULT IN REDUCED BRAKE SYSTEM PERFORMANCE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. |
| Remedy | GM WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT BRAKES FOR A MISSING INNER OR OUTER PAD. IF A BRAKE PAD IS MISSING, DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW INNER AND OUTER PADS, A NEW BRAKE CALIPER, AND A NEW ROTOR. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JANUARY 14, 2012 |
| Notes | GM?S SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS 11354. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV . |
2012 Chevrolet Sonic Models & Prices
2012 Chevrolet Sonic LS
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 4dr Sdn LS 1LS | $13,865 | $13,518 | $221 / Month* | |
| 5dr HB LS 1LS | $14,765 | $14,396 | $235 / Month* | |
| 4dr Sdn LS 2LS | $14,935 | $14,562 | $238 / Month* | |
| 5dr HB LS 2LS | $15,835 | $15,439 | $252 / Month* | |
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2012 Chevrolet Sonic LT
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 4dr Sdn LT 1LT | $15,065 | $14,462 | $236 / Month* | |
| 5dr HB LT 1LT | $15,865 | $15,230 | $249 / Month* | |
| 4dr Sdn LT 2LT | $16,135 | $15,490 | $253 / Month* | |
| 5dr HB LT 2LT | $16,935 | $16,258 | $265 / Month* | |
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2012 Chevrolet Sonic LTZ
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 4dr Sdn LTZ 1LZ | $16,665 | $15,832 | $258 / Month* | |
| 5dr HB LTZ 1LZ | $17,365 | $16,497 | $269 / Month* | |
| 4dr Sdn LTZ 2LZ | $17,925 | $17,029 | $278 / Month* | |
| 5dr HB LTZ 2LZ | $18,625 | $17,694 | $289 / Month* | |
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2012 Chevrolet Sonic Features and Standard Equipment
EXTERIOR Features
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Door handles, body-color | • | • | |
| Door handles, body-color with chrome strip | • | ||
| Fog lamps, front | • | ||
| Glass, solar absorbing, tinted | • | • | • |
| Headlamp control, automatic on and off | • | • | • |
| Headlamps, halogen composite | • | • | • |
| Lift handle and release lever, rear, chrome | • | • | |
| Mirrors, outside heated power-adjustable, body-color, manual-folding | • | • | |
| Mirrors, outside manual, body-color, manual-folding | • | ||
| Moldings, chrome belt-line | • | • | |
| Spoiler, rear, roof-mounted, large, body-color | • | • | • |
| Tire, compact spare | • | • | • |
| Tires, P195/65R15 all-season, blackwall | • | • | |
| Tires, P205/50R17 all-season, blackwall | • | ||
| Wheels, 15" (38.1 cm) painted aluminum | • | • | |
| Wheels, 17" (43.2 cm) painted aluminum | • | ||
| Wiper, rear intermittent with washer | • | • | • |
| Wipers, front intermittent, variable | • | • | • |
INTERIOR Features
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air conditioning, single-zone manual | • | • | • |
| Armrest, driver seat | • | • | • |
| Assist handles, driver, front passenger and rear outboard | • | • | • |
| Bottle holders, 2, on driver and front passenger doors | • | • | • |
| Cabin air filter, pollutant | • | • | • |
| Cargo shade, rear | • | • | |
| Cruise control, electronic with set and resume speed | • | ||
| Cup holders, 2 front and 1 rear | • | • | • |
| Defogger, rear-window electric | • | • | • |
| Door locks, power | • | • | • |
| Driver Information Center with trip odometer, fuel range, average fuel economy, average vehicle speed, tire pressure and oil life remaining | • | • | • |
| Engine immobilizer, theft-deterrent system | • | • | • |
| Floor mats, carpeted front | • | ||
| Floor mats, carpeted front and rear | • | • | |
| Instrumentation, with analog tachometer; digital speedometer, odometer, trip odometer and fuel gauge | • | • | • |
| Keys, ignition, foldable, 2 | • | • | • |
| Lighting, interior overhead courtesy, rear and dual front reading lamps | • | • | • |
| Lighting, interior, trunk/cargo area | • | • | • |
| Map pocket, front passenger seatback | • | • | • |
| Mirror, inside rearview manual day/night | • | • | • |
| Oil life monitoring system | • | • | • |
| Power outlet, auxiliary, front center console | • | • | • |
| Remote Keyless Entry | • | • | • |
| Remote vehicle starter system | • | ||
| Seat adjuster, driver 4-way manual | • | • | • |
| Seat adjuster, front passenger 2-way manual | • | • | • |
| Seat trim, Deluxe Cloth | • | ||
| Seat trim, perforated leatherette seating surfaces | • | ||
| Seat trim, Sport Cloth | • | ||
| Seat, rear bench 60/40 split-folding with outboard height-adjustable headrests | • | • | • |
| Seats, front bucket with recline and height-adjustable headrests | • | • | • |
| Seats, heated driver and front passenger | • | ||
| Steering column, tilt and telescoping | • | • | • |
| Steering wheel controls, mounted audio and phone interface controls | • | ||
| Steering wheel, leather-wrapped | • | ||
| Steering wheel, sport, 3-spoke | • | • | |
| Temperature sensor, outside | • | • | • |
| Theft-deterrent system, content theft alarm | • | • | • |
| Visors, driver and front passenger vanity mirrors, covered | • | • | • |
| Windows, manual | • | ||
| Windows, power with driver Express-Up and Down with anti-pinch feature | • | • |
MECHANICAL Features
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternator, 100 amps | • | • | • |
| Axle, 3.47 ratio | • | • | • |
| Axle, 3.94 ratio | • | • | • |
| Battery, 438 cold-cranking amps | • | • | • |
| Brakes, 4-wheel antilock | • | • | • |
| Engine, ECOTEC 1.8L Variable Valve Timing DOHC 4-cylinder sequential MFI estimated (138 hp [103 kW] @ 6300 rpm, 125 lb-ft of torque [168.8 N-m] @ 3800 rpm) | • | • | • |
| Exhaust, stainless-steel, heavy-duty | • | • | • |
| Front wheel drive | • | • | • |
| Mechanical jack with tools | • | • | • |
| Steering, power, Electric Power Steering (EPS) | • | • | • |
| Suspension, Touring | • | • | • |
| Transmission, 5-speed manual | • | • | • |
| Transmission, 6-speed automatic | • | • | • |
| Transmission, automatic | • | • | • |
| Transmission, manual | • | • | • |
SAFETY Features
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air bags, 10 total (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owners Manual for more information.) | • | • | • |
| Air bags, dual-stage, frontal, driver and right-front passenger includes Passenger Sensing System (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owners Manual for more information.) | • | • | • |
| Air bags, head curtain, side-front and rear outboard seating positions (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owners Manual for more information.) | • | • | • |
| Air bags, knee, driver and front passenger (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owners Manual for more information.) | • | • | • |
| Air bags, thorax side-impact seat-mounted, side-front and rear outboard seating positions (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owners Manual for more information.) | • | • | • |
| Automatic Crash Response | • | ||
| Automatic Crash Response (Deleted when (UE0) OnStar delete is ordered.) | • | • | |
| Brake Assist | • | • | • |
| Brakes, front disc/rear drum | • | • | • |
| Daytime Running Lamps | • | • | • |
| Door locks, rear child security, power | • | • | • |
| Electronic brake force distribution | • | • | • |
| Hill hold feature | • | • | • |
| LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for CHildren), for child safety seats | • | • | • |
| OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics | • | ||
| OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics (Deleted when (UE0) OnStar delete is ordered.) | • | • | |
| OnStar, 6 months of Directions and Connections plan includes Automatic Crash Response, Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance including Stolen Vehicle Slowdown, Remote Door Unlock (requires power locks), Navigation, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics, Roadside Assistance, and Hands Free Calling. (Visit onstar.com for details and system limitations.) | • | • | • |
| Safety belts, 3-point, all seating positions, rear | • | • | • |
| Safety belts, 3-point, driver and right-front passenger, height-adjustable includes pretensioners and load limiters | • | • | • |
| StabiliTrak, stability control system | • | • | • |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | • | ||
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance (Deleted when (UE0) OnStar delete is ordered.) | • | • | |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System | • | • | • |
| Traction control | • | • | • |
| Trunk emergency release handle | • | • | • |
ENTERTAINMENT Features
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audio system feature, 4-speaker system includes 2 tweeters and 2 front speakers located in front doors | • | ||
| Audio system feature, auxiliary input jack | • | • | • |
| Audio system feature, premium 6-speaker system | • | • | |
| Audio system feature, USB port | • | ||
| Audio system, AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback, seek-and-scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, Radio Data System (RDS), equalizer and auxiliary input jack | • | ||
| Audio system, AM/FM stereo with equalizer digital clock and auxiliary input jack | • | ||
| Audio system, AM/FM stereo with USB port, CD player and MP3 playback/WMA seek-and-scan, digital clock, DSP, auxiliary input jack, Bluetooth audio streaming and digit dial | • | ||
| Bluetooth for phone, personal cell phone connectivity to vehicle audio system and HMI (Human Machine Interface) | • | ||
| Roof antenna | • | • | • |
| SiriusXM Satellite Radio is standard on nearly all 2012 GM models. Enjoy a 3-month trial to the XM Select package, with over 170 channels including commercial-free music, all your favorite sports, exclusive talk and entertainment. And now add premium channels to your trial at no-cost. Welcome to the world of satellite radio. (Requires a subscription sold separately by SiriusXM after the trial period. If you decide to continue your service at the end of your subscription, service will automatically renew and bill, at the rates in effect at the time of renewal, until you call SiriusXM at 1-866-635-2349 to cancel. See our Customer Agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com. Available only to those at least 18 and older in the 48 contiguous USA and D.C.) | • | • |
2012 Chevrolet Sonic Options and Addition Equipment
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT Options
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDIO SYSTEM FEATURE, PREMIUM 6-SPEAKER SYSTEM (Included and only available with (US8) AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback.) | • | ||
| AUDIO SYSTEM FEATURE, USB PORT (Included and only available with (UH7) AM/FM stereo with USB port, CD player and MP3 playback.) | • | ||
| BLUETOOTH FOR PHONE, PERSONAL CELL PHONE CONNECTIVITY TO VEHICLE AUDIO SYSTEM AND HMI (HUMAN MACHINE INTERFACE) (Included and only available with (PCL) Connectivity Plus Cruise Package.) | • | ||
| CONNECTIVITY PLUS CRUISE PACKAGE includes (K34) cruise control, (UPF) Bluetooth for phone, (UC3) steering wheel-mounted audio controls and (UH7) AM/FM stereo with USB port, CD player and MP3 playback | • | ||
| CONNECTIVITY PLUS CRUISE PACKAGE includes (K34) cruise control, (UPF) Bluetooth for phone, (UC3) steering wheel-mounted audio controls and (UH7) AM/FM stereo with USB port, CD player and MP3 playback (Also includes (BTV) remote vehicle starter system.) | • | ||
| CRUISE CONTROL, ELECTRONIC WITH SET AND RESUME SPEED (Included and only available with (PCL) Connectivity Plus Cruise Package.) | • | ||
| FOG LAMPS, FRONT (Included and only available with (PDV) Wheels and Fog Lamp Package.) | • | ||
| HEATER, OIL PAN | • | • | • |
| ILLINOIS COST SURCHARGE | • | • | • |
| LICENSE PLATE BRACKET, FRONT (Forced on all orders for states that require a front license plate.) | • | • | • |
| LIGHTING, INTERIOR, REAR AND SINGLE FRONT LAMP (Included and only available with (UE0) OnStar delete.) | • | • | |
| LPO, 17" (43.2 CM) PAINTED BLACK WHEELS | • | ||
| LPO, 17" (43.2 CM) PAINTED WHITE WHEELS | • | ||
| LPO, ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MATS | • | • | • |
| LPO, CARGO NET | • | • | • |
| LPO, EXTERIOR BLACK FLASH PACKAGE (Not available with (GBA) Black or (GBE) Crystal Red Tintcoat exterior colors) | • | • | • |
| LPO, EXTERIOR ORANGE FLASH PACKAGE (Requires (GAZ) Summit White, (GBA) Black, (GBV) Cyber Gray Metallic or (GTS) Blue Topaz Metallic exterior color.) | • | • | • |
| LPO, EXTERIOR SILVER FLASH PACKAGE (Requires (GAZ) Summit White, (GBA) Black, (GCN) Victory Red or (GTS) Blue Topaz Metallic exterior color.) | • | • | • |
| LPO, EXTERIOR WHITE FLASH PACKAGE (Not available with (GAZ) Summit White or (GBE) Crystal Red Tintcoat exterior colors) | • | • | • |
| LPO, EXTERIOR WHITE FLASH PACKAGE (Not available with (GAZ) Summit White or (GBE) Crystal Red Tintcoat exterior colors) *PRICE TO FOLLOW* | • | ||
| LPO, FRONT AND REAR SPLASH GUARDS | • | • | • |
| LPO, STORAGE BIN LINER | • | ||
| NEW JERSEY COST SURCHARGE *Required on all vehicles to be registered in New Jersey* | • | • | • |
| REMOTE VEHICLE STARTER SYSTEM (Included and only available with (PCL) Connectivity Plus Cruise Package.) | • | ||
| SIRIUSXM SATELLITE RADIO is standard on nearly all 2012 GM models. Enjoy a 3-month trial to the XM Select package, with over 170 channels including commercial-free music, all your favorite sports, exclusive talk and entertainment. And now add premium channels to your trial at no-cost. Welcome to the world of satellite radio. (Included and only available with (US8) AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback. Requires a subscription sold separately by SiriusXM after the trial period. If you decide to continue your service at the end of your subscription, service will automatically renew and bill, at the rates in effect at the time of renewal, until you call SiriusXM at 1-866-635-2349 to cancel. See our Customer Agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com. Available only to those at least 18 and older in the 48 contiguous USA and D.C.) | • | ||
| SIRIUSXM SATELLITE RADIO, DELETE (Requires a Fleet or Government order type and (UE0) OnStar delete. Includes (U71) roof-mounted antenna. Not available with (PCL) Connectivity Plus Cruise Package. Required on vehicles (all order types) ordered from AK, HI, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands where SiriusXM Satellite Radio service is not available.) *CREDIT* | • | ||
| STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS, MOUNTED AUDIO AND PHONE INTERFACE CONTROLS (Included and only available with (PCL) Connectivity Plus Cruise Package.) | • | ||
| SUNROOF, POWER, TILT-SLIDING WITH EXPRESS-OPEN AND WIND DEFLECTOR | • | ||
| TIRE INFLATION KIT (Included and only available with (LUV) ECOTEC Turbo 1.4L engine. Deletes (Q8E) mechanical jack with tools and (ZAA) compact spare tire.) *CREDIT* | • | ||
| TIRE INFLATION KIT (Requires a Fleet or Government order type. Deletes compact spare tire and (Q8E) Mechanical jack with tools.) *CREDIT* | • | ||
| TRANSMISSION, 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC (Requires (LUV) ECOTEC Turbo 1.4L engine.) | • | • | |
| TRANSMISSION, 6-SPEED MANUAL (Included and only available with (LUV) ECOTEC Turbo 1.4L engine.) | • | • | |
| WHEELS AND FOG LAMP PACKAGE includes (RRV) 16" painted aluminum wheels and (T3U) front fog lamps (Requires (LUW) ECOTEC 1.8L engine.) | • |
AXLE Options
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
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| AXLE, 3.65 RATIO (Included and only available with (MZ4) 6-speed manual transmission and (LUV) ECOTEC Turbo 1.4L engine.) | • | • | |
| AXLE, 3.94 RATIO | • | • |
EMISSIONS Options
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
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| EMISSIONS OVERRIDE, CALIFORNIA (allows a dealer in states that require California emissions - Arizona, California, Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island or Washington - to order Federal emissions for a vehicle that will be registered in a state that has Federal emission requirements). (Requires (FE9) Federal emissions requirements. Do not use for vehicles that will be registered in Arizona, California, Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island or Washington. Not available in Maine or Vermont.) | • | • | • |
| EMISSIONS OVERRIDE, FEDERAL (for vehicles ordered by dealers in Federal emission states with (YF5) or (NE1) emissions - Not required for vehicles being shipped to Arizona, California, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont or Washington) (Requires (YF5) California state emissions requirements or (NE1) Arizona, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont or Washington state emissions requirements.) | • | • | • |
| EMISSIONS OVERRIDE, STATE-SPECIFIC (for dealers ordering vehicles in (YF5) or (NE1) emission states - Arizona, California, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont and Washington) (Allows a California dealer (YF5 emissions) to order (NE1) emissions with (NB9) emissions override code for registration in (NE1) states; or, an Arizona, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont and Washington dealer (NE1 emissions) to order (YF5) emissions with (NB9) emissions override code for registration in California.) | • | • | • |
| EMISSIONS, ARIZONA, CONNECTICUT, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OREGON, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT AND WASHINGTON STATE REQUIREMENTS | • | • | • |
| EMISSIONS, CALIFORNIA STATE REQUIREMENTS | • | • | • |
| EMISSIONS, FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS | • | • | • |
ENGINE Options
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
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| ENGINE, ECOTEC 1.8L VARIABLE VALVE TIMING DOHC 4-CYLINDER SEQUENTIAL MFI estimated (138 hp [103 kW] @ 6300 rpm, 125 lb-ft of torque [168.8 N-m] @ 3800 rpm) (STD) | • | • | • |
| ENGINE, ECOTEC TURBO 1.4L VARIABLE VALVE TIMING DOHC 4-CYLINDER SEQUENTIAL MFI (138 hp [103 kW] @ 4900 rpm, 148 lb-ft of torque [199.8 N-m] @ 1850 rpm) | • | • |
PAINT Options
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
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| BLACK | • | • | • |
| BLUE TOPAZ METALLIC | • | • | • |
| CRYSTAL RED TINTCOAT (Extra cost.) | • | • | • |
| CYBER GRAY METALLIC | • | • | • |
| INFERNO ORANGE METALLIC (Extra cost.) | • | • | • |
| SILVER ICE METALLIC | • | • | • |
| SUMMIT WHITE | • | • | • |
| VICTORY RED | • | • | • |
PAINT SCHEME Options
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD PAINT | • | • | • |
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP Options
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1LS PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP includes Standard Equipment | • | ||
| 1LT PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP includes Standard Equipment | • | ||
| 1LZ PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP includes Standard Equipment | • | ||
| 2LS PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP includes Standard Equipment | • | ||
| 2LT PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP includes Standard Equipment | • | ||
| 2LZ PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP includes Standard Equipment | • |
RADIO Options
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDIO SYSTEM, AM/FM STEREO WITH CD PLAYER and MP3 playback, seek-and-scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, Radio Data System (RDS), equalizer and auxiliary input jack (Includes (U2K) SiriusXM Satellite Radio.) | • | ||
| AUDIO SYSTEM, AM/FM STEREO WITH CD PLAYER and MP3 playback, seek-and-scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, Radio Data System (RDS), equalizer and auxiliary input jack (STD) | • | ||
| AUDIO SYSTEM, AM/FM STEREO WITH EQUALIZER digital clock and auxiliary input jack (STD) | • | ||
| AUDIO SYSTEM, AM/FM STEREO WITH USB PORT, CD PLAYER AND MP3 PLAYBACK/WMA seek-and-scan, digital clock, DSP, auxiliary input jack, Bluetooth audio streaming and digit dial (Included and only available with (PCL) Connectivity Plus Cruise Package.) | • | ||
| AUDIO SYSTEM, AM/FM STEREO WITH USB PORT, CD PLAYER AND MP3 PLAYBACK/WMA seek-and-scan, digital clock, DSP, auxiliary input jack, Bluetooth audio streaming and digit dial (STD) | • |
SEAT TRIM Options
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DARK PEWTER/DARK TITANIUM, DELUXE CLOTH SEAT TRIM (Includes Gray carpeting and floor mats in lieu of Jet Black.) | • | ||
| DARK PEWTER/DARK TITANIUM, PERFORATED LEATHERETTE SEAT TRIM (Includes Gray carpeting and floor mats in lieu of Jet Black.) | • | ||
| JET BLACK/BRICK, DELUXE CLOTH SEAT TRIM (Includes Brick instrument panel and door accent.) | • | ||
| JET BLACK/BRICK, PERFORATED LEATHERETTE SEAT TRIM (Includes Brick instrument panel and door accent.) | • | ||
| JET BLACK/DARK TITANIUM, DELUXE CLOTH SEAT TRIM | • | ||
| JET BLACK/DARK TITANIUM, PERFORATED LEATHERETTE SEAT TRIM | • | ||
| JET BLACK/DARK TITANIUM, SPORT CLOTH SEAT TRIM | • | ||
| JET BLACK/DARK TITANIUM, SPORT CLOTH SEAT TRIM (REQ: US8 AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback and includes uplevel center stack trim.) | • |
SEAT TYPE Options
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEATS, FRONT BUCKET WITH RECLINE AND HEIGHT-ADJUSTABLE HEADRESTS (STD) | • | • | • |
TIRES Options
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| TIRES, P195/65R15 ALL-SEASON, BLACKWALL | • | ||
| TIRES, P205/55R16 ALL-SEASON, BLACKWALL (Included and only available with (RRV) 16" aluminum wheels.) | • |
TRANSMISSION Options
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRANSMISSION, AUTOMATIC (STD) | • | • | • |
| TRANSMISSION, MANUAL (STD) | • | • | • |
WHEEL TYPE Options
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WHEELS, 15" (38.1 CM) PAINTED ALUMINUM (STD) | • | ||
| WHEELS, 16" (40.6 CM) PAINTED ALUMINUM (Included and only available with (PDV) Wheels and Fog Lamp Package.) | • |
2012 Chevrolet Sonic Technical Specifications
Brakes
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | |||
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 10.8 x - TBD - | 10.8 x - TBD - | 10.8 x - TBD - |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) |
Cargo Area Dimensions
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trunk Volume (ft) | 14.9 | 14.9 | 14.9 |
Engine
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.4L/83 | 1.4L/83 | 1.4L/83 |
| Engine Type | Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 138 @ 4900 | 138 @ 4900 | 138 @ 4900 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 125 @ 3800 | 125 @ 3800 | 125 @ 3800 |
Exterior Dimensions
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height, Overall (in) | 59.7 | 59.7 | 59.7 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 173.1 | 173.1 | 173.1 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.9 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 99.4 | 99.4 | 99.4 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 68.3 | 68.3 | 68.3 |
Fuel Tank
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | 12.2 | 12.2 | 12.2 |
Steering
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | 2.8 | 2.8 | 2.7 |
| Steering Type | Electric Pwr Steering | Electric Pwr Steering | Electric Pwr Steering |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 34.5 | 34.5 | 36.1 |
Suspension
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension Type - Front | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | w/Coil Springs | w/Coil Springs | w/Coil Springs |
Tires
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Tire Size | P195/65R15 | P195/65R15 | P205/50R17 |
| Rear Tire Size | P195/65R15 | P195/65R15 | P205/50R17 |
Transmission
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Trans Description Cont. | Automatic | Manual | Manual |
| Trans Type | 6 | 5 | 5 |
Vehicle
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Head Room (in) | 37.6 | 37.6 | 37.6 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 41.8 | 41.8 | 41.8 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 53.4 | 53.4 | 53.4 |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Volume (ft) | 90.4 | 90.4 | 90.4 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 37.8 | 37.8 | 37.8 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 34.6 | 34.6 | 34.6 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 53.0 | 53.0 | 53.0 |
Weight Information
| LS | LT | LTZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 2727 | 2745 | 2806 |
2012 Chevrolet Sonic Safety Features
Safety Features
| Brakes, front disc/rear drum |
| Brake Assist |
| Electronic brake force distribution |
| Hill hold feature |
| StabiliTrak, stability control system |
| Traction control |
| Daytime Running Lamps |
| Air bags, dual-stage, frontal, driver and right-front passenger includes Passenger Sensing System (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owners Manual for more information.) |
| Air bags, 10 total (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owners Manual for more information.) |
| Air bags, head curtain, side-front and rear outboard seating positions (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owners Manual for more information.) |
| Air bags, knee, driver and front passenger (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owners Manual for more information.) |
| Air bags, thorax side-impact seat-mounted, side-front and rear outboard seating positions (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owners Manual for more information.) |
| Automatic Crash Response |
| OnStar, 6 months of Directions and Connections plan includes Automatic Crash Response, Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance including Stolen Vehicle Slowdown, Remote Door Unlock (requires power locks), Navigation, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics, Roadside Assistance, and Hands Free Calling. (Visit onstar.com for details and system limitations.) |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance |
| OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics |
| Safety belts, 3-point, all seating positions, rear |
| Safety belts, 3-point, driver and right-front passenger, height-adjustable includes pretensioners and load limiters |
| Door locks, rear child security, power |
| LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for CHildren), for child safety seats |
| Trunk emergency release handle |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System |
| Automatic Crash Response (Deleted when (UE0) OnStar delete is ordered.) |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance (Deleted when (UE0) OnStar delete is ordered.) |
| OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics (Deleted when (UE0) OnStar delete is ordered.) |
News Reports & Reviews
| NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS | N/A |
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