The J.D. Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.
76
Out of 100
Quality & Reliability
Not Rated
Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.
Driving Experience
Great
81/100
Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.
Resale
Fair
62/100
J.D. Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.
Dealership Experience
Great
86/100
Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.
Measured owner satisfaction with 2019 Chevrolet Sonic after 90-days of ownership.
How the interior materials feel
Feel of the seat material
The vehicle's audio system
Owners Don't Like
The problems experienced by owners of the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic during the first 90-days of ownership.
The vehicle's heating and air conditioning
Engine smoothness
Ease of getting in and out of the vehicle
Performance Specs
MPG City
26 - 27
MPG Hwy
34 - 38
Horsepower
138
Transmission
6 speed, Automatic, 6 speed, Manual
Engine
Turbocharged Gas I4
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Available Trims
2019 Chevrolet Sonic Review
Overview
If you want more than just a way to get from A to B the Chevrolet Sonic is for you. Sporty spacious and a genuine hoot to drive the Sonic combines fun and efficiency in a great-looking package. Choose from three models: LS LT and Premier. Sedan and Hatchback body styles are available. No matter what you do there’s space to haul. With seating for five and a 60/40-split folding rear seat there’s Broom for family and friends—and all their gear. Coffee shop Wi-Fi is history with the Sonic’s built-in 4G Wi-Fi hotspot. Connect up to seven devices—and it works up to fifty feet away from the car. Chevrolet Infotainment 3 brings Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility to a color touchscreen display. With all its available safety features the Sonic got a 5-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Institute. Not every small car can say that. Choose from a variety of colors options and accessories and build a Sonic that’s all yours. The Chevrolet Sonic. Let the good times roll.
Technology
Your Chevrolet Sonic is loaded with technology. Coffee shop Wi-Fi is history with the Sonic’s built-in 4G Wi-Fi hotspot. Connect up to seven devices—and it works up to fifty feet away from the car. Chevrolet Infotainment 3 brings Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility to a color touchscreen display. Available Sirius XM Satellite Radio brings you more than a hundred and fifty channels of music news sports and more. Stay connected in a Chevrolet Sonic.
Safety
With its available advanced safety and driver-assistance features your Chevrolet Sonic can help you avoid trou ble. Every Sonic comes with ten airbags and a rear-vision camera . Something catches your attention and you don’t see the car in front of you stopping. But available Forward Collision Alert does and alerts you to the slowing vehicle detected in your path. We’ve all accidentally drifted out of our lane now and then. Available Lane Departure Warning gives you audible and visual alerts that can let you know when it happens. The Chevy Sonic. The little car that’s big on safety.
Performance
A thrilling combination of power and efficiency the Chevrolet Sonic will put a smile on your face every time you step on the accelerator. Its turbocharged 1.4-liter Ecotec engine offers up to an EPA estimated 38 MPG on the highway. And with 138 horsepower it makes highway merges effortless. And just to prove how fun a Sonic really is a six-speed manual transmission is standard equipment—welcome news to driving purists everywhere. Add the available sport suspension and you’ll never want to stop driving your Sonic. The Chevrolet Sonic. It’s a fun little car.