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Year:
2013
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Sedan
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:
Gray
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
86,208
Stock #:
166840
VIN:
1G1JC5SB7D4166840
Red 2013 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic

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2013 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Sedan FWD

86,208 mi

Bordentown, NJ
6 mi away
Fair Deal

$6,198

Year:
2017
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:
104,029
Stock #:
CPN5553A
VIN:
1G1JF5SBXH4172998
Summit White 2017 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic

 

2017 Chevrolet Sonic

Premier Sedan FWD

104,029 mi

Plymouth Meeting, PA
30 mi away
Fair Deal
Manufacturer certified

$8,485

Year:
2017
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.8L I4
Exterior color:
White
Combined gas mileage:
29 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
144,153
Stock #:
167404
VIN:
1G1JG6SG9H4167404
White 2017 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic

 

2017 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Fleet Hatchback FWD

144,153 mi

Home delivery from Winchester, VA
Price includes $97 shipping
Good Deal

$5,895

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:
2013
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.8L I4
Exterior color:
Silver
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
77,234
Stock #:
B3714
VIN:
1G1JC6SG2D4251960
Silver 2013 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic
New arrival

 

2013 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Hatchback FWD

77,234 mi

Home delivery from Elkridge, MD
Price includes $190 shipping
Fair Deal

$6,984

Year:
2016
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.8L I4
Exterior color:
Summit White
Combined gas mileage:
29 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Jet Black/Dark Titanium
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
100,329
Stock #:
H260804273T1
VIN:
1G1JA6SG3G4135452
Summit White 2016 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic

 

2016 Chevrolet Sonic

LS Hatchback FWD

100,329 mi

Home delivery from Rochester, NY
Price includes $248 shipping
Fair Deal

$6,418

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
Red 2018 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic

 

2018 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Hatchback FWD

126,000 mi

Home delivery from Chesapeake, VA
Price includes $302 shipping
Fair Deal

$8,191

Year:
2019
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Gray
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Gray
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
106,168
Stock #:
14313G
VIN:
1G1JG6SB0K4135016
Gray 2019 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback Front-Wheel Drive Automatic
Price drop

-$200

 

2019 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Fleet Hatchback FWD

106,168 mi

Home delivery from West Milford, NJ
Free home delivery
Good Deal

$6,898

$6,698

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 $3,146 shipping
Fair Deal

$11,851

Year:
2014
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
138 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Blue Topaz Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
32 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Jet Black/Dark Titanium
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
88,601
Stock #:
190604
VIN:
1G1JE5SB0E4190604
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New arrival

 

2014 Chevrolet Sonic

LTZ Sedan FWD

88,601 mi

Home delivery from Irving, TX
Price includes $2,656 shipping
Fair Deal

$9,657

Year:
2016
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Hatchback
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:
97,098
Stock #:
125576
VIN:
1G1JC6SH0G4125576
Blue 2016 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic

 

2016 Chevrolet Sonic

LT Hatchback FWD

97,098 mi

Home delivery from Lodi, NJ
Price includes $87 shipping
Great Deal

$5,872

Year:
2012
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Sonic
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
135 hp 1.8L I4
Exterior color:
Silver
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Gray
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
64,279
Stock #:
140633
VIN:
1G1JC5SH0C4140633
Silver 2012 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan Front-Wheel Drive 6-Speed Automatic

Sponsored Listing

2012 Chevrolet Sonic

2LT Sedan FWD

64,279 mi

Bordentown, NJ
6 mi away
Fair Deal

$6,798

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$11,270$10,633 – $11,643
2019$9,498$8,851 – $9,972
2018$8,904$8,474 – $9,471
2017$7,679$7,417 – $8,402
2016$6,706$6,629 – $7,565
2015$6,673$6,400 – $6,875
2014$5,666$5,643 – $6,294

The Chevrolet Sonic's current nationwide average price is $7,454, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $7,374 over the past year.

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 a solid reputation with shoppers who want a stylish subcompact with good fuel economy, comfortable features, and user-friendly tech. Owners also commonly praise its lively performance and overall value, especially for city driving.

The all-generations owner rating is 4.1/5 across every model year in the data.

26.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Chevrolet Sonic models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Sonic for its dependable character, comfortable features, and strong value. Reviews also point to good fuel economy and a user-friendly interior as recurring strengths.

  • 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 carefully and focusing on well-kept examples.

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

Across all model years, at 61.1% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Model YearAccident-Free %
202064.9%
201964.6%
201858.9%
201756.9%
201657%
201558.5%
201460.9%

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 %
201639826.4%
201538326.1%
201437926.4%
201731326.5%
201928027.5%
201828026.8%

These higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they offer more inventory to compare and more chances to find the right price, mileage, and condition combination. That broader selection also makes it easier to shop for a Sonic that fits your budget.

What is the Chevrolet Sonic's resale value?

Model YearCurrent Avg. PriceYear-Over-Year Change
2016$6,706−11.25%
2017$7,679−8.59%
2014$5,666−8.2%
2018$8,904−6.04%
2019$9,498−3.53%
2020$11,270−0.84%
2015$6,673−0.56%

Most Sonic model years are down year over year, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The largest drops are concentrated in the middle of the lineup, while the newest and oldest examples are closer to flat.

The 2015 and 2020 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

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 −3.53% versus a year ago, and the 2018 model is at −6.04%.
  • Deal availability: The 2019 model has 27.5% good and great deals, and the 2018 model has 26.8%.
  • Sweet-spot year: The 2016 model has the most listings at a current average price of $6,706.

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$11,270$6,460
Listings available202399
Good & great deal share27.7%27.6%
Accident-free share64.9%62.9%

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 21, 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.

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