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2018 Chevrolet Sonic Premier Hatchback (Manual)

The 2018 Chevrolet Sonic Premier Hatchback (Manual) is a 138-hp 1.4-liter turbocharged inline-4 hatchback with a 6-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $19,795 MSRP and is rated at 32 mpg combined.

It makes 138 horsepower at 4,900 rpm and 148 lb-ft of torque at 1850 rpm, spinning to a 6,500 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 28 mpg city and 37 mpg highway (32 mpg combined).

The Sonic measures 159.8 inches long on a 99.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,837 lb.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$19,795
MSRP with Destination$20,670
Destination Charge$875
Engine
Engine TypeEcotec 1.4L Turbo I4
Displacement1.4 L
Horsepower138 hp @ 4,900 rpm
Torque148 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm
Redline6,500 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 16 valves, VVT
Bore and Stroke2.85 x 3.25 in (72.4 x 82.6 mm)
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Injection TypeSequential multi-port fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission6-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City28 MPG
Highway37 MPG
Combined32 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded (87 octane)
Tank Capacity12.2 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent, lower control arms, coil springs, gas shocks
Rear SuspensionSemi-independent torsion beam, coil springs, gas shocks
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17" x 8.0"
Wheels Rear17" x 8.0"
Tires FrontP205/50R17
Tires RearP205/50R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length159.8 in
Width68.3 in
Height59.3 in
Wheelbase99.4 in
Front Track59.4 in
Rear Track59.4 in
Cargo Volume19 ft³
Curb Weight2,837 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38.7 in
Headroom Rear38.1 in
Legroom Front41.8 in
Legroom Rear34.6 in
Shoulder Room Front53.4 in
Shoulder Room Rear53 in
Hip Room Front51.4 in
Hip Room Rear51.6 in
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