2017 Chevrolet Sonic
The 2017 Chevrolet Sonic is a compact car, rated at 32 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. No NHTSA recalls are on record for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 32
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $17,000
- Recalls
- 0
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Chevrolet |
|---|---|
| Model | Sonic |
| Model year | 2017 |
| Vehicle class | Compact Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 1.4 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Manual 6-spd |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 28 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 38 |
| Combined MPG | 32 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 281 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1950 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Sonic | 28 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Sonic | 30 MPG combined |
| Sonic | 28 MPG combined |
| Sonic | 32 MPG combined |
| Sonic 5 | 28 MPG combined |
| Sonic 5 | 30 MPG combined |
| Sonic 5 | 28 MPG combined |
| Sonic 5 | 32 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 28 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 38 MPG |
| Combined | 32 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 1% more efficient than the Sonic's class average.
- Amount financed
- $15,300
- Total interest
- $2,662
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≈ $1,256/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
Estimate monthly payments and 5-year fuel cost using the tools in the sidebar. Figures use EPA fuel economy and current U.S. energy prices from EIA.
Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (0)
No NHTSA recalls on record for this model year.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2017 Chevrolet Sonic?
The 2017 Chevrolet Sonic is EPA-rated at 32 MPG combined (28 city / 38 highway).
Is the 2017 Chevrolet Sonic reliable?
NHTSA has no recall campaigns on record for the 2017 Chevrolet Sonic, which is a positive reliability signal. Always check for the latest updates before buying.
How safe is the 2017 Chevrolet Sonic?
The 2017 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 2017 Chevrolet Sonic?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2017 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 2017 Chevrolet Sonic?
The 2017 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