The Lemon IndexAll cars · Chevrolet Sonic · 2017
2017 Chevrolet Sonic. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 4
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 28 / 38 / 32 | Regular | $1,950 |
| 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (S6) | FWD | 27 / 36 / 30 | Regular | $2,100 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | 24 / 34 / 28 | Regular | $2,200 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | 25 / 33 / 28 | Regular | $2,200 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 7,100 and 55,000 miles. Median 42,800, from 21 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 54,100 | 46,800–61,500 | 9 |
| Airbags | 55,000 | 8,200–92,500 | 5 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Engine | 35% |
| Wipers & visibility | 20% |
| Airbags | 20% |
| Stability control | 15% |
| Fuel or ev drive system | 15% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 5 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Manufacturer communications 964
Chevy filed 964 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Sonic 5 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Chevrolet Sonic 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Optional | Optional |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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