Used Chevrolet Sonic for Sale nearChattanooga, TN

Filters (2)

Location:

Only show listings in TN?

Include delivery listings?

60 vehicles found

Shop with transparent pricing.

Only show listings that include dealer fees
Year:
2017
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Orange Burst Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
33 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Jet Black
Transmission:
6-Speed Manual
Mileage:
110,823
Stock #:
W16827B
VIN:
1G1JE6SB7H4100049
Orange Burst Metallic 2017 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Manual
Volunteer Auto Group - West

Sponsored by Volunteer Auto Group - West

2017 Chevrolet Sonic

Premier Hatchback FWD

110,823 mi

Maryville, TN
84 mi away
Good Deal

$7,694

Year:
2019
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Summit White
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Jet Black/Dark Titanium
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
93,835
Stock #:
C26907A
VIN:
1G1JG6SB7K4132355
Summit White 2019 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic
New arrival

Sponsored Listing

2019 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Fleet Hatchback FWD

93,835 mi

Chattanooga, TN
4 mi away
Fair Deal

$10,862

Year:
2018
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Summit White
Combined gas mileage:
31 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Jet Black/Dark Titanium
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
91,199
Stock #:
HK515542A
VIN:
1G1JF5SB5J4107353
Summit White 2018 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic
Price drop

-$897

Sponsored Listing

2018 Chevrolet Sonic

Premier Sedan FWD

91,199 mi

Kennesaw, GA
82 mi away
Good Deal

$9,492

$8,595

Year:
2018
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.8L I4
Exterior color:
Kinetic Blue Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
29 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Jet Black
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
124,248
Stock #:
7425A
VIN:
1G1JD6SH6J4116045
Kinetic Blue Metallic 2018 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic
Price drop

-$495

 

2018 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Hatchback FWD

124,248 mi

Home delivery from Hazard, KY
Price includes $573 shipping
Great Deal

$7,467

$6,972

Year:
2017
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Silver Ice Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
31 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Jet Black/Dark Titanium
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
36,225
Stock #:
144918
VIN:
1G1JD5SB1H4155643
Silver Ice Metallic 2017 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic
New arrival

 

2017 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Sedan FWD

36,225 mi

Home delivery from Fredericksburg, VA
Price includes $726 shipping
Fair Deal

$13,211

Year:
2020
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
White
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Gray
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
86,671
Stock #:
117635
VIN:
1G1JG6SB2L4117635
White 2020 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic
Price drop

-$911

 

2020 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Fleet Hatchback FWD

86,671 mi

Home delivery from Knoxville, TN
Price includes $103 shipping
Good Deal

$10,832

$9,921

Year:
2014
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Red
Combined gas mileage:
32 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
99,929
Stock #:
193836
VIN:
1G1JE6SB6E4193836
Red 2014 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback Front-Wheel Drive Automatic

 

2014 Chevrolet Sonic

LTZ Hatchback FWD

99,929 mi

Home delivery from Nashville, TN
Price includes $112 shipping
Good Deal

$6,506

Customer summary

What people are saying:

4.1

The Chevrolet Sonic remains a strong choice for those seeking a stylish, dependable subcompact car with good fuel economy and comfortable features. Owners appreciate its lively performance, user-friendly interior, and the wide array of tech options. Complaints typically highlight concerns over road noise, issues with acceleration lag until the turbo kicks in, and certain interior spaces feeling cramped. Overall, the Sonic offers great value, especially for city driving, but might not cater to everyone’s preference for comfort and feature standardization across trims.

AI generated from the text of customer reviews.

Year:
2016
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.8L I4
Exterior color:
Blue
Combined gas mileage:
29 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Gray
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
79,455
Stock #:
CC3338
VIN:
1G1JA5SH6G4103338
Blue 2016 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic
Price drop

-$380

 

2016 Chevrolet Sonic

LS Sedan FWD

79,455 mi

Home delivery from Reidsville, NC
Price includes $488 shipping
Good Deal

$7,787

$7,406

Year:
2020
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Summit White
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Jet Black/Dark Titanium
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
76,412
Stock #:
30061A
VIN:
1G1JF5SB8L4117846
Summit White 2020 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic

 

2020 Chevrolet Sonic

Premier Sedan FWD

76,412 mi

Home delivery from Lexington, NC
Price includes $283 shipping
Fair Deal

$13,824

Year:
2020
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Black
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
83,219
Stock #:
19526
VIN:
1G1JD5SB8L4127640
Black 2020 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan Front-Wheel Drive Automatic

 

2020 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Sedan FWD

83,219 mi

Home delivery from Houston, TX
Price includes $1,598 shipping
Good Deal

$10,304

Year:
2016
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.8L I4
Combined gas mileage:
29 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
110,889
Stock #:
124868
VIN:
1G1JC5SG6G4124868
 2016 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic

 

2016 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Sedan FWD

110,889 mi

Home delivery from Ashland, KY
Price includes $405 shipping
Good Deal

$5,954

Year:
2018
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.8L I4
Exterior color:
Red
Combined gas mileage:
29 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
126,000
Stock #:
2692
VIN:
1G1JD6SH8J4124633
Vehicle photo unavailable

 

2018 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Hatchback FWD

126,000 mi

Home delivery from Chesapeake, VA
Price includes $622 shipping
Fair Deal

$8,511

Year:
2020
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Silver
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
133,362
Stock #:
CH-2827291272
VIN:
1G1JD5SB7L4127323
Silver 2020 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan Front-Wheel Drive Automatic

 

2020 Chevrolet Sonic

Premier Sedan FWD

133,362 mi

Home delivery from Houston, TX
Price includes $1,044 shipping
Great Deal

$7,794

Year:
2020
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
White
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Gray
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
143,612
Stock #:
116294
VIN:
1G1JG6SB8L4116294
White 2020 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback Front-Wheel Drive Automatic

 

2020 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Fleet Hatchback FWD

143,612 mi

Home delivery from Nashville, TN
Price includes $112 shipping
Great Deal

$7,006

Year:
2019
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Summit White
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Jet Black/Dark Titanium
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
70,244
Stock #:
H135929
VIN:
1G1JD5SB8K4135929
Summit White 2019 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic

 

2019 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Sedan FWD

70,244 mi

Home delivery from Dundalk, MD
Price includes $843 shipping
Fair Deal

$11,142

Year:
2017
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Orange Burst Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
33 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Jet Black
Transmission:
6-Speed Manual
Mileage:
110,823
Stock #:
W16827B
VIN:
1G1JE6SB7H4100049
Orange Burst Metallic 2017 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Manual
Volunteer Auto Group - West

Sponsored by Volunteer Auto Group - West

2017 Chevrolet Sonic

Premier Hatchback FWD

110,823 mi

Maryville, TN
84 mi away
Good Deal

$7,694

Year:
2019
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Summit White
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Jet Black/Dark Titanium
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
93,835
Stock #:
C26907A
VIN:
1G1JG6SB7K4132355
Summit White 2019 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic
New arrival

Sponsored Listing

2019 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Fleet Hatchback FWD

93,835 mi

Chattanooga, TN
4 mi away
Fair Deal

$10,862

Year:
2018
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Summit White
Combined gas mileage:
31 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Jet Black/Dark Titanium
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
91,199
Stock #:
HK515542A
VIN:
1G1JF5SB5J4107353
Summit White 2018 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic
Price drop

-$897

Sponsored Listing

2018 Chevrolet Sonic

Premier Sedan FWD

91,199 mi

Kennesaw, GA
82 mi away
Good Deal

$9,492

$8,595

Year:
2018
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.8L I4
Exterior color:
Kinetic Blue Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
29 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Jet Black
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
124,248
Stock #:
7425A
VIN:
1G1JD6SH6J4116045
Kinetic Blue Metallic 2018 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic
Price drop

-$495

 

2018 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Hatchback FWD

124,248 mi

Home delivery from Hazard, KY
Price includes $573 shipping
Great Deal

$7,467

$6,972

Year:
2017
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Silver Ice Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
31 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Jet Black/Dark Titanium
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
36,225
Stock #:
144918
VIN:
1G1JD5SB1H4155643
Silver Ice Metallic 2017 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic
New arrival

 

2017 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Sedan FWD

36,225 mi

Home delivery from Fredericksburg, VA
Price includes $726 shipping
Fair Deal

$13,211

Year:
2020
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
White
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Gray
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
86,671
Stock #:
117635
VIN:
1G1JG6SB2L4117635
White 2020 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic
Price drop

-$911

 

2020 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Fleet Hatchback FWD

86,671 mi

Home delivery from Knoxville, TN
Price includes $103 shipping
Good Deal

$10,832

$9,921

Year:
2014
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Red
Combined gas mileage:
32 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
99,929
Stock #:
193836
VIN:
1G1JE6SB6E4193836
Red 2014 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback Front-Wheel Drive Automatic

 

2014 Chevrolet Sonic

LTZ Hatchback FWD

99,929 mi

Home delivery from Nashville, TN
Price includes $112 shipping
Good Deal

$6,506

Customer summary

What people are saying:

4.1

The Chevrolet Sonic remains a strong choice for those seeking a stylish, dependable subcompact car with good fuel economy and comfortable features. Owners appreciate its lively performance, user-friendly interior, and the wide array of tech options. Complaints typically highlight concerns over road noise, issues with acceleration lag until the turbo kicks in, and certain interior spaces feeling cramped. Overall, the Sonic offers great value, especially for city driving, but might not cater to everyone’s preference for comfort and feature standardization across trims.

AI generated from the text of customer reviews.

Year:
2016
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.8L I4
Exterior color:
Blue
Combined gas mileage:
29 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Gray
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
79,455
Stock #:
CC3338
VIN:
1G1JA5SH6G4103338
Blue 2016 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic
Price drop

-$380

 

2016 Chevrolet Sonic

LS Sedan FWD

79,455 mi

Home delivery from Reidsville, NC
Price includes $488 shipping
Good Deal

$7,787

$7,406

Year:
2020
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Summit White
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Jet Black/Dark Titanium
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
76,412
Stock #:
30061A
VIN:
1G1JF5SB8L4117846
Summit White 2020 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic

 

2020 Chevrolet Sonic

Premier Sedan FWD

76,412 mi

Home delivery from Lexington, NC
Price includes $283 shipping
Fair Deal

$13,824

Year:
2020
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Black
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
83,219
Stock #:
19526
VIN:
1G1JD5SB8L4127640
Black 2020 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan Front-Wheel Drive Automatic

 

2020 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Sedan FWD

83,219 mi

Home delivery from Houston, TX
Price includes $1,598 shipping
Good Deal

$10,304

Year:
2016
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.8L I4
Combined gas mileage:
29 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
110,889
Stock #:
124868
VIN:
1G1JC5SG6G4124868
 2016 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic

 

2016 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Sedan FWD

110,889 mi

Home delivery from Ashland, KY
Price includes $405 shipping
Good Deal

$5,954

Year:
2018
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.8L I4
Exterior color:
Red
Combined gas mileage:
29 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
126,000
Stock #:
2692
VIN:
1G1JD6SH8J4124633
Vehicle photo unavailable

 

2018 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Hatchback FWD

126,000 mi

Home delivery from Chesapeake, VA
Price includes $622 shipping
Fair Deal

$8,511

Year:
2020
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Silver
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
133,362
Stock #:
CH-2827291272
VIN:
1G1JD5SB7L4127323
Silver 2020 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan Front-Wheel Drive Automatic

 

2020 Chevrolet Sonic

Premier Sedan FWD

133,362 mi

Home delivery from Houston, TX
Price includes $1,044 shipping
Great Deal

$7,794

Year:
2020
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
White
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Gray
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
143,612
Stock #:
116294
VIN:
1G1JG6SB8L4116294
White 2020 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback Front-Wheel Drive Automatic

 

2020 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Fleet Hatchback FWD

143,612 mi

Home delivery from Nashville, TN
Price includes $112 shipping
Great Deal

$7,006

Year:
2019
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Summit White
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Jet Black/Dark Titanium
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
70,244
Stock #:
H135929
VIN:
1G1JD5SB8K4135929
Summit White 2019 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic

 

2019 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Sedan FWD

70,244 mi

Home delivery from Dundalk, MD
Price includes $843 shipping
Fair Deal

$11,142

How much does the Chevrolet Sonic cost in today's market?

Used Chevrolet Sonic prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

Model YearCurrent Avg. PriceYear-Round Range
2020$11,116$10,633 – $11,643
2019$9,233$8,851 – $9,989
2018$8,536$8,474 – $9,164
2017$7,517$7,417 – $8,356
2016$6,777$6,629 – $7,565
2015$6,739$6,400 – $6,875
2014$5,800$5,643 – $6,294

The Chevrolet Sonic's current nationwide average price is $7,329, and its lowest point over the past year was $7,329. Recently, prices have come down for the 2018, 2019, and 2020 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Chevrolet Sonic a good car?

Yes — the Chevrolet Sonic earns strong marks from owners for value, fuel economy, and a comfortable, user-friendly cabin. The all-generations owner rating is 4.1/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners repeatedly praise its lively performance, stylish design, and useful tech features. Many also appreciate how well it fits city driving, with a practical interior and a strong value proposition.

28.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Chevrolet Sonic models reliable?

Owners consistently highlight the Sonic's dependable feel, comfortable features, and solid everyday usability. The strongest feedback also points to good fuel economy and a cabin that works well for daily driving.

  • Owners rate the Chevrolet Sonic between 3.4 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking vehicle history and condition carefully, since prior incidents appear in a meaningful share of listings.

What should I look for when buying a used Chevrolet Sonic?

Across all model years, at 60.2% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Model YearAccident-Free %
202063.3%
201963.2%
201861.3%
201758.5%
201658.2%
201557.9%
201458.6%

What Chevrolet Sonic do most buyers choose?

The Chevrolet Sonic years with the most listings are 2016, 2015, and 2014.

Model YearTotal ListingsGood + Great Deals %
201639226.8%
201537527.2%
201437426.7%
201731329.4%
201827131%
201925331.2%

Higher-volume years usually draw more shoppers because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right trim, mileage, and price combination. They also tend to stay visible longer in the used market because there are simply more examples to choose from.

What is the Chevrolet Sonic's resale value?

Model YearCurrent Avg. PriceYear-Over-Year Change
2017$7,517−9.36%
2016$6,777−8.74%
2018$8,536−6.86%
2014$5,800−5.64%
2019$9,233−4.62%
2020$11,116−2.19%
2015$6,739−1.2%

Most model years show lower prices than a year ago, which creates more room for used buyers to find value. The largest drops are concentrated in the middle of the lineup, while the smallest changes appear in the newer and older ends of the range. Overall, the pattern favors shoppers looking for a lower entry price.

The 2015, 2020, and 2019 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Should I buy a used Chevrolet Sonic now?

Buy now if:

  • Price trend: The 2019 model is at −4.62% versus a year ago, and the 2018 model is at −6.86%.
  • Deal availability: The 2019 model has 31.2% good and great deals, and the 2018 model has 31%.
  • Sweet-spot year: The 2016 model has the most listings at a current average price of $6,777.

If you're buying used today, the 2016 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

How does the 2020 Chevrolet Sonic compare to the 2015 Ford Fiesta?

Spec2020 Chevrolet Sonic2015 Ford Fiesta
Starting MSRP$16,720$14,455
Engine1.4L 138 hp I41.6L 120 hp I4
Horsepower138 hp @ 4900 rpm120 hp @ 5000 rpm
MPG/MPGe (city)2628
MPG/MPGe (highway)3436
Average used price$11,116$6,347
Listings available180390
Good & great deal share31.1%29.5%
Accident-free share63.3%61.0%

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 3, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.

A better way to discover your best deal

Let us help you find a car you’ll love.