2012 Chevrolet Sonic
The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is listed in 8 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 1.4 L 4-cyl turbo and 1.8 L 4-cyl powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 28 to 32 MPG (best: 7.4 L/100 km).
Model year2012
Versions8
ClassCompact Cars, Midsize Cars
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonic | 1.4 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 27 / 36 / 30 | 7.8 | 296 | Compact Cars |
| Sonic | 1.4 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 28 / 38 / 32 | 7.4 | 278 | Compact Cars |
| Sonic | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 24 / 34 / 28 | 8.4 | 317 | Compact Cars |
| Sonic | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 26 / 34 / 29 | 8.1 | 306 | Compact Cars |
| Sonic 5 | 1.4 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 27 / 36 / 30 | 7.8 | 296 | Midsize Cars |
| Sonic 5 | 1.4 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 28 / 38 / 32 | 7.4 | 278 | Midsize Cars |
| Sonic 5 | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 24 / 34 / 28 | 8.4 | 317 | Midsize Cars |
| Sonic 5 | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 26 / 34 / 29 | 8.1 | 306 | Midsize Cars |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.