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2020 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback
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$19,420
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2021 Kia Rio5
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S Hatchback Automatic
$16,990
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8.3
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Overview
Engine
1.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
1.6L Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 26 MPG
Hwy: 34 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 33 MPG
Hwy: 41 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.2 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.9 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
47.7 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
32.8 ft³
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Performance Specs
Engine and Transmission
Engine
1.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
1.6L Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
138 hp @ 4900 rpm
120 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque
148 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm
112 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Weight and Towing
Curb Weight
2,896 lbs
2,762 lbs
Fuel and MPG
Fuel Economy
Combined
29 MPG
36 MPG
City
26 MPG
33 MPG
Highway
34 MPG
41 MPG
Emissions
CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.1 Tons/yr
4.9 Tons/yr
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.2 gallons
11.9 gallons
Cruising Range City
317.2 miles
392.7 miles
Cruising Range Highway
414.8 miles
487.9 miles
Dimensions and Measurement
Exterior Dimensions
Length
159.8 in
160 in
Height
59.7 in
57.1 in
Max Width
68.3 in
67.9 in
Front Width
59.4 in
60 in
Rear Width
59.4 in
60.2 in
Wheelbase
99.4 in
101.6 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
5.5 in
Interior Space
Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.8 in
42.1 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.7 in
38.9 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
53.4 in
54.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
51.4 in
52.9 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
34.6 in
33.5 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.1 in
38 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
53 in
53.3 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
51.6 in
52.4 in
Cargo Space
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
19 ft³
17.4 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
47.7 ft³
32.8 ft³
Wheels and Suspension
Steering
Steering Type
Electric Pwr Steering
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
34.5 ft
33.5 ft
Wheels
Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Steel Wheels
Front Wheel Size
16" x TBD
15" x 5.5"
Rear Wheel Size
16" x TBD
15" x 5.5"
Suspension
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Semi-Independent Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam
Tires
Front Tire
P205/55R16
P185/65TR15
Rear Tire
P205/55R16
P185/65TR15
Spare Tire
T115/70R16
Compact
Colors and Materials
Standard Exterior Colors
N/A
Clear White
Currant Red
Silky Silver
Sporty Blue
Steel Gray
Optional Exterior Colors
N/A
Aurora Black
Standard Interior Materials
Jet Black, Deluxe cloth seat trim
Black, Woven Cloth Seat Trim
Gray, Woven Cloth Seat Trim
Features and Options
Infotainment
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Optional
Smart Device Integration
Not Available
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard
Interior Trim
Bucket Seats
Not Available
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Not Available
Comfort
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Not Available
Optional
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Optional
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Optional
Keyless Start
Optional
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Optional
Safety
Safety Features
Back-Up Camera
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Optional
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
US NHTSA crash test result
Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A
Airbags
Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Warranty
Warranty Summary
Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Corrosion
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain Note
Qualified Fleet Purchases: 5 Years/100,000 Miles
N/A
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
Maintenance Note
1 Year/1 Visit
N/A
Roadside Assistance Note
Qualified Fleet Purchases: 5 Years/100,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Rust-Through
6 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Warranty Note
Preliminary 2020 Warranty Note
N/A
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