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2012 Chevrolet Sonic LTZ

An Aveo By Any Other Name Is, Indeed, Sweet Whether General Motors likes it or not, the Sonic story starts in 2004, when GM decided to import a cheap, crummy little econobox from Korea. A product of its newest subsidiary, Daewoo, the Chevrolet Aveo had few charms. But it was available as a five-door hatchback, one of the few on the market at the time, and its starting sticker price was under $10,000. It was enough of a pitch that the car sold – and stuck around. Some of us actually developed a modicum of affection for the little piece of junk. It's not every new car that you ... Read More

Vital Stats

Engine:
1.8L I4
Power:
138 HP / 125 LB-FT
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
MSRP:
$19,450 (as tested)
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