Chevrolet Sonic vs Suzuki SX4
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2013 Suzuki SX4
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet SonicLS | Suzuki SX4LE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LS | LE |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2020 | 2013 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet SonicLS | Suzuki SX4LE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $16,720 | $15,845 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet SonicLS | Suzuki SX4LE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| City MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG (best) | 33 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 12.2 gal | 13.2 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet SonicLS | Suzuki SX4LE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 138 hp | 150 hp (best) |
| Torque | 148 lb-ft (best) | 140 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.4 L | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet SonicLS | Suzuki SX4LE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14.9 cu ft | 15.5 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,857 lbs | 2,833 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 6.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in (best) | 98.4 in |
| Length | 173.9 in | 176.8 in (best) |
| Width | 68.3 in (best) | 68.1 in |
| Height | 59.7 in | 60.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet SonicLS | Suzuki SX4LE |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 2 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Sonic | Suzuki SX4 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LS $16,720 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LE $15,845 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LT Fleet $17,220 MSRP | Crossover $16,999 MSRP |
| 3 | LT $18,620 MSRP | Crossover $19,349 MSRP |
| 4 | LT $19,420 MSRP | Crossover $20,449 MSRP |
| 5 | Premier $20,720 MSRP | LE Popular Package $17,849 MSRP |
| 6 | Premier $21,520 MSRP | SportBack $18,349 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Sport SE $18,799 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Crossover Premium $19,175 MSRP |