Compare 2016 Chevrolet Sonic - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $18,145 | $15,620 | $17,800 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $17,419 | $15,868 | $17,324 |
| Destination | $875 | $875 | $875 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Cargo Net | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-dash | In-radio Display |
| Compass | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Metal-look | Urethane | Urethane |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Lighter Elements | N/A | Front | N/A |
| Ashtray | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Overhead Console | N/A | Mini With Storage | N/A |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpet Front | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Driver | Driver | Driver |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver | Driver | Driver |
| Instrumentation | Digital/analog | Analog | Digital/analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front | Front And Rear | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | N/A | N/A | Mechanical |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Leather/metal-look | Urethane |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 6-way | 6-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar Support | N/A | Driver | N/A |
| Front Armrests | Driver | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | N/A | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | N/A |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench | 60-40 Bench | 60-40 Split-bench |
| Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable |
| Seat Trim | Premium Cloth | Premium Cloth | Cloth |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | N/A | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Speakers | 6 Performance | 6 | 6 |
| Equalizer | Automatic | Automatic | N/A |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Navigation System | N/A | Yes With Voice Activation | N/A |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | SmartVent Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | Driver And Passenger | Driver | N/A |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | OnStar Guidance | 911 Assist | N/A |
| Automatic Crash Response (airbags And/or Sensors) | OnStar Guidance | N/A | N/A |
| Emergency Services | OnStar Guidance | N/A | N/A |
| Crisis Assist | OnStar Guidance | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | OnStar Guidance | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Door Unlock | OnStar Guidance | N/A | N/A |
| Roadside Assistance | OnStar Guidance | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Horn And Lights | OnStar Guidance | N/A | N/A |
| Hands-Free Calling | OnStar Guidance | N/A | N/A |
| Vehicle Diagnostics | OnStar Guidance | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Twilight Sentinel Auto On/off | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| LED Taillights | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | SecuriLock | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| First Aid Kit | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Maintenance (24 Month/24,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/60,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | GM TOTAL Warranty 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | 24 Months/24,000 Miles | N/A | N/A |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Integrated Roof | Integrated Roof | Integrated Roof |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | N/A | N/A | Body-colored |
| Grille Trim | Black W/chrome Surround | Chrome | With Chrome Bar |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | Front | Front |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Liftgate | Liftgate | Liftgate |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| Spoiler | Lip | Lip | Lip |
| Rear Step Bumper | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Front Tires | P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS | P185/60HR15.0 BSW AS | P185/55HR16.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 15" Silver Aluminum | 15" Painted Aluminum | 16" Machined Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Fixed Interval |
| Rear Window Wipers | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval |
| Mud Flaps | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 1.8L I-4 | 1.6L I-4 | 1.5L I-4 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Turbocharger | Intercooled Turbo | Intercooled Turbo | N/A |
| Brakes | Front Disc/rear Drum | Front Disc/rear Drum | Front Disc/rear Drum |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | Front-wheel |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | StabiliTrak | AdvanceTrac | VSA |
| Sequential Shift Control | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| Transmission | 6-spd Auto W/OD | 5-spd Man W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.47 | 4.07 | 4.62 |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 159.0 " | 159.7 " | 160.0 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 68.3 " | 67.8 " | 67.0 " |
| Exterior Height | 59.7 " | 58.1 " | 60.0 " |
| Engine | 1.8L I-4 | 1.6L I-4 | 1.5L I-4 |
| Horsepower | 138 @ 6,300 Rpm | 120 @ 6,350 Rpm | 130 @ 6,600 Rpm |
| Torque | 125 @ 3,800 Rpm | 112 @ 5,000 Rpm | 114 @ 4,600 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Fuel Economy - City | 24 Mpg | 28 Mpg | 29 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 35 Mpg | 36 Mpg | 37 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 8.8 Seconds | 8.4 Seconds | 7.9 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 16.5 Seconds | 16.6 Seconds | 16.2 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 86 Mph | 87 Mph | 89 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .8 | .8 | .8 |
| Slalom Speed | 61 Mph | 60 Mph | 60 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.17/3.47 " | 3.11/3.20 " | 2.87/3.52 " |
| Curb Weight | 2,726 Lbs. | 2,537 Lbs. | 2,573 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 " | 98.0 " | 99.6 " |
| Front Track | 59.4 " | 57.7 " | 58.1 " |
| Rear Track | 59.4 " | 57.7 " | 57.7 " |
| Turning Radius | 17.3 '' | 17.2 '' | 17.5 '' |
| Front Legroom | 41.8 " | 42.2 " | 41.4 " |
| Rear Legroom | 34.6 " | 31.2 " | 39.3 " |
| Front Headroom | 38.7 " | 39.1 " | 38.0 " |
| Rear Headroom | 38.1 " | 37.2 " | 37.6 " |
| Front Hip Room | 51.4 " | 50.6 " | 51.5 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 51.6 " | 49.2 " | 45.1 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 53.4 " | 52.7 " | 54.8 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 53.0 " | 49.0 " | 52.6 " |
| Luggage Volume | 19.0 Cu.ft. | 14.9 Cu.ft. | 16.6 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 47.7 Cu.ft. | 25.4 Cu.ft. | 52.7 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 91 Cu.ft. | 85 Cu.ft. | 94 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 12.2 Gal. | 12.4 Gal. | 10.6 Gal. |
| Cost To Own Edit | |||
| Cost Rating | Poor | Below Average | Good |
| Cost Per Mile | $0.7 | $0.6 | $0.59 |
| Depreciation | $12,919 | $11,543 | $11,806 |
| Fees and Taxes | $1,369 | $1,243 | $1,352 |
| Fuel Cost | $4,953 | $4,567 | $4,423 |
| Insurance | $6,962 | $6,988 | $5,128 |
| Maintenance | $4,586 | $1,933 | $2,877 |
| Repairs | $1,687 | $1,573 | $1,562 |
| Opportunity Costs | $609 | $525 | $505 |
| Total Cost | $35,011 | $30,086 | $29,556 |
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Overall | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Overall Side | 5 | N/A | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Driver's | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Barrier | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Overall Front | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | good | N/A | good |
| Chest | good | good | good |
| Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | good | poor | acceptable |
| Driver Torso | good | acceptable | acceptable |
| Overall Evaluation | good | marginal | acceptable |
| Structure/safety cage | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Hip/Thigh | good | good | good |
| Structure and Safety Cage | acceptable | marginal | acceptable |
| Lower Leg/Foot | good | acceptable | acceptable |
| Overall Side | good | good | good |
| Structure and safety cage | acceptable | N/A | N/A |
| Roof Strength | good | good | good |
| Restraints | good | good | good |
| Overall evaluation | good | N/A | N/A |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | acceptable | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Ease of Use | marginal | poor | N/A |
| Head/Neck | good | acceptable | acceptable |
| Dynamic Rating | good | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Retraints and dummy kinematics | good | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Hip/thigh | good | N/A | N/A |
| Overall Front | good | good | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | N/A | good |
| Lower leg/foot | good | N/A | N/A |
