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2015 Chevrolet Sonic

The 2015 Chevrolet Sonic is a compact car, rated at 32 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.

2015 Chevrolet Sonic
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Combined MPG
32
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$17,000
Recalls
3

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeChevrolet
ModelSonic
Model year2015
Vehicle classCompact Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement1.4 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionManual 6-spd
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG28
Highway MPG38
Combined MPG32
CO₂ tailpipe276 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$1950

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Sonic30 MPG combined
Sonic28 MPG combined
Sonic29 MPG combined
Sonic32 MPG combined
Sonic 530 MPG combined
Sonic 528 MPG combined
Sonic 529 MPG combined
Sonic 532 MPG combined
Sonic 5 RS28 MPG combined
Sonic 5 RS29 MPG combined
Sonic RS28 MPG combined
Sonic RS29 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City28 MPG
Highway38 MPG
Combined32 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Sonic32 MPG
Class average31.6 MPG

About 1% more efficient than the Sonic's class average.

Est. monthly payment
$299/mo
Amount financed
$15,300
Total interest
$2,662
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5-year fuel cost
$6,281

$1,256/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG32
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (3)

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE16V422000 · 2016-06-10

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax, and 2013-2015 Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. The affected radios may fail to provide an audible warning chime when the driver fails to fasten their seatbelt or if the driver leaves the key in the ignition. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208 "Occupant Crash Protection" and 114 "Theft Protection."

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 45340.

  • EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.15V416000 · 2015-06-30

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles manufactured April 30, 2014, to May 20, 2015, and 2015 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured June 18, 2014, to June 10, 2015. In the affected vehicles, equipped with the base radio and OnStar, the radio may lock up due to a software issue, causing the display to go blank and all audio functions to cease. Because of this, there may be no warning chimes such as the reminder to buckle the seat belt and the key being left in ignition when the driver goes to exit the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 208 "Occupant Crash Protection", and 114 "Theft Protection."

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 15504.

  • EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.16V257000 · 2016-04-28

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax vehicles and 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. The affected radios may fail to provide an audible warning chime when the driver, after turning off the ignition and leaving the key in the cylinder, waits 10 minutes or longer to open the door. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114 "Theft Protection."

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17130.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2015 Chevrolet Sonic?

The 2015 Chevrolet Sonic is EPA-rated at 32 MPG combined (28 city / 38 highway).

Is the 2015 Chevrolet Sonic reliable?

NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 Chevrolet Sonic. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2015 Chevrolet Sonic?

The 2015 Chevrolet Sonic earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2015 Chevrolet Sonic?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2015 Chevrolet Sonic costs roughly $1,256 per year to fuel, or about $6,281 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2015 Chevrolet Sonic?

The 2015 Chevrolet Sonic is classified as a compact car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC