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2012 Chevrolet Sonic LT Sedan Specs

Chevrolet Sonic Sedan

2012 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan LT 1LT powered by 1.8-liter Inline-4 Gas Engine with 5-Speed Manual transmission.

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Overview
Select configuration:
$15,065
Starting Price (MSRP)
Engine
1.8-liter Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Body Type
Sedan
Seating capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
14.9 ft³
Fuel Economy
City: 26 MPG
Hwy: 35 MPG

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

  • Engine
    1.8-liter Inline-4 Gas
    1.4-liter Turbo (+$700)
  • Horsepower
    138 hp @ 6300 rpm
  • Torque
    125 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm
  • Transmission
    5-Speed Manual
  • Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive

Steering

  • Steering Type
    Electric Pwr Steering
  • Turning Diameter
    34.5 ft

Wheels

  • Wheels Type
    Aluminum Wheels
  • Front Wheel Size
    15" x TBD
  • Rear Wheel Size
    15" x TBD

Suspension

  • Front Suspension
    MacPherson Strut
  • Rear Suspension
    Torsion Beam

Tires

  • Front Tire
    P195/65R15
  • Rear Tire
    P195/65R15
  • Spare Tire
    Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

  • Combined
    29 MPG
  • City
    26 MPG
  • Highway
    35 MPG

Emissions

  • CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
    5.1 Tons/yr
  • EPA rating
    7

Fuel Tank

  • Fuel Tank Capacity
    12.2 gallons
  • Cruising Range City
    317.2 miles
  • Cruising Range Highway
    427 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

  • Length
    173.1 in
  • Height
    59.7 in
  • Max Width
    68.3 in
  • Front Width
    59.4 in
  • Rear Width
    59.4 in
  • Wheelbase
    99.4 in
  • Ground Clearance
    4.9 in

Interior Space

  • Seating Capacity
    5 seater
  • Front Seat Leg Room
    41.8 in
  • Front Seat Headroom
    38.7 in
  • Front Seat Shoulder Room
    53.4 in
  • Front Seat Hip Room
    51.4 in
  • Rear Seat Leg Room
    34.6 in
  • Rear Seat Headroom
    37.8 in
  • Rear Seat Shoulder Room
    53 in
  • Rear Seat Hip Room
    51.6 in

Weight and Trailing

  • Curb Weight
    2,745 lbs

Cargo Space

  • Trunk Volume
    14.9 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Interior Materials

  • Dark Pewter/Dark Titanium, Deluxe Cloth seat trim
  • Jet Black/Brick, Deluxe Cloth seat trim
  • Jet Black/Dark Titanium, Deluxe Cloth seat trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

  • HD Radio
    Not Available
  • Bluetooth Connection
    Optional
  • Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
    Not Available
  • Premium Sound System
    Not Available
  • Satellite Radio
    Standard
  • Smart Device Integration
    Not Available
  • WiFi Hotspot
    Not Available
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
    Standard
  • Entertainment System
    Not Available
  • MP3 Player
    Optional

Interior Trim

  • Bucket Seats
    Not Available
  • Cloth Seats
    Standard
  • Leather Seats
    Standard
  • Leather Steering Wheel
    Not Available
  • Premium Synthetic Seats
    Standard
  • Vinyl Seats
    Standard
  • Woodgrain Interior Trim
    Not Available

Comfort

  • Heads-Up Display
    Not Available
  • Navigation System
    Not Available
  • Steering Wheel Audio Controls
    Optional
  • Power Liftgate
    Not Available
  • Power Mirror(s)
    Standard
  • A/C
    Standard
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
    Not Available
  • Automatic Parking
    Not Available
  • Climate Control
    Not Available
  • Cooled Front Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Cooled Rear Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Cruise Control
    Optional
  • Hands-Free Liftgate
    Not Available
  • Heated Front Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Heated Rear Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Heated Steering Wheel
    Not Available
  • Keyless Entry
    Standard
  • Multi-Zone A/C
    Not Available
  • Power Driver Seat
    Not Available
  • Power Passenger Seat
    Not Available
  • Remote Engine Start
    Not Available
  • Remote Trunk Release
    Not Available
  • Seat Memory
    Not Available
  • Universal Garage Door Opener
    Not Available
  • Seat-Massage
    Not Available
  • Rear A/C
    Not Available
  • Keyless Start
    Not Available
  • Navigation from Telematics
    Standard
  • Telematics
    Standard

Additional Packages

1LT Preferred equipment group

includes Standard Equipment

Connectivity Plus Cruise Package

$375

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 Take Sonic™ amenities to the next level with the Connectivity Plus Cruise Package. This well-equipped package includes: Cruise control Bluetooth® for select phones1 Steering-wheel mounted audio controls AM/FM stereo with USB port,2 CD player and MP3 playback With the 2LT models this package also includes a remote vehicle starter system. 1 Go to gm.com/Bluetooth to find out which Bluetooth phones are compatible with the vehicle. 2 Not compatible with all devices.

Safety

Safety Features

  • Back-Up Camera
    Not Available
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
    Not Available
  • Rear Parking Aid
    Not Available
  • Blind Spot Monitor
    Not Available
  • Lane Departure Warning
    Not Available
  • Lane Keeping Assist
    Not Available
  • ABS
    Standard
  • Night Vision
    Not Available
  • Tire Pressure Monitor
    Standard
  • Brake Assist
    Standard
  • Stability Control
    Standard
  • Traction Control
    Standard

US NHTSA crash test result

  • Overall Rating
  • Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
  • Side Crash Rating
  • Rollover Rating

Airbags

  • Driver Air Bag
    Standard
  • Front Head Air Bag
    Standard
  • Front Side Air Bag
    Standard
  • Knee Air Bag
    Standard
  • Passenger Air Bag
    Standard
  • Rear Head Air Bag
    Standard
  • Rear Side Air Bag
    Standard
  • Seatbelt Air Bag
    Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

  • Basic
    3 Years / 36,000 Miles
  • Corrosion
    3 Years / 36,000 Miles
  • Drivetrain
    5 Years / 100,000 Miles
  • Roadside Assistance
    5 Years / 100,000 Miles
  • Rust-Through
    6 Years / 100,000 Miles