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Compare Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback vs Scion iQ

Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback
2020 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback
Select configuration:
$19,420
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.1
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Scion iQ
2015 Scion iQ
Select configuration:
$15,665
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
1.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
1.3L 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: 36 MPG
Hwy: 37 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.2 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
8.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
4 seater
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
47.7 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
16.7 ft³

Photos

Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback
2017-2020 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback Rear Angle View
2017-2020 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback Dashboard
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Scion iQ
2012-2015 Scion iQ Hatchback Rear Angle View
2012-2015 Scion iQ Hatchback Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
1.3L Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
138 hp @ 4900 rpm
94 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
148 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm
89 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
2,896 lbs
2,127 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
29 MPG
37 MPG
City
26 MPG
36 MPG
Highway
34 MPG
37 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.1 Tons/yr
4.8 (Est) Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
12.2 gallons
8.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
317.2 miles
306 miles
Cruising Range Highway
414.8 miles
314.5 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
159.8 in
120.1 in
Height
59.7 in
59.1 in
Max Width
68.3 in
66.1 in
Front Width
59.4 in
58.1 in
Rear Width
59.4 in
57.5 in
Wheelbase
99.4 in
78.7 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
5.3 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
4 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.8 in
40.9 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.7 in
37.7 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
53.4 in
53.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
51.4 in
53.9 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
34.6 in
28.6 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.1 in
35.9 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
53 in
50.2 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
51.6 in
33.8 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
19 ft³
3.5 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
47.7 ft³
16.7 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Electric Pwr Steering
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
34.5 ft
26.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Steel Wheels
Front Wheel Size
16" x TBD
16" x 5"
Rear Wheel Size
16" x TBD
16" x 5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Semi-Independent Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam

Tires

Front Tire
P205/55R16
P175/60HR16
Rear Tire
P205/55R16
P175/60HR16
Spare Tire
T115/70R16
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

N/A
  • Black Currant Metallic
  • Black Sand Pearl
  • Blizzard Pearl
  • Classic Silver Metallic
  • Hot Lava
  • Magnetic Gray Metallic
  • Pacific Blue Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

  • Jet Black, Deluxe cloth seat trim
  • Black, Fabric Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Not Available
Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
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 Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Not Available

Comfort

Navigation System
Not Available
Optional
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Optional
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Optional
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

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
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Side Crash Rating
Rollover Rating

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
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
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain Note
Qualified Fleet Purchases: 5 Years/100,000 Miles
N/A
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 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
3 Years / Unlimited Miles
Rust-Through
6 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Warranty Note
Preliminary 2020 Warranty Note
N/A
Maintenance
N/A
2 Years / 25,000 Miles
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