How much does the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic cost?

The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic has a starting MSRP of $13,865, ranging up to $18,625 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes LS from $13,865; LT from $15,065; LTZ from $16,665.

What is the fuel economy of the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic?

The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic achieves up to 29 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much cargo space does the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic have?

The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic offers up to 47.7 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

Is the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic safe?

The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing.

How many trims does the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic come in?

The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is available in 3 trims (12 total configurations) across Sedan and Hatchback body styles with front wheel drive.

2012 Chevrolet Sonic

3 trims · 12 configurations · Sedan, Hatchback

Starting MSRP

$13,865 – $18,625

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NHTSA safety

★★★★★

5 / 5 overall

Frontal (driver)★★★★★

Frontal (passenger)★★★★★

Side (driver)★★★★★

Side (passenger)★★★★★

Rollover★★★★☆

Source: NHTSA

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Pricing

How much should you pay for the Chevrolet Sonic? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.

MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on LS

Total price (LS MSRP)

$13,865

Typical monthly

$275/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-07-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2012 Chevrolet Sonic trims

LS
4 configurations
MSRP
$13,865 – $15,835
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
26/35
Horsepower
138 hp
Torque
125 lb-ft
Engine
1.8L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
14.9
Max towing
—
LT
4 configurations
MSRP
$15,065 – $16,935
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
26/35
Horsepower
138 hp
Torque
125 lb-ft
Engine
1.8L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
14.9
Max towing
—
LTZ
4 configurations
MSRP
$16,665 – $18,625
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
26/35
Horsepower
138 hp
Torque
125 lb-ft
Engine
1.8L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
14.9
Max towing
—

Compare 2012 Chevrolet Sonic trim specifications
Spec	LS4 configurations	LT4 configurations	LTZ4 configurations
MSRP	$13,865 – $15,835	$15,065 – $16,935	$16,665 – $18,625
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	26/35	26/35	26/35
Horsepower	138 hp	138 hp	138 hp
Torque	125 lb-ft	125 lb-ft	125 lb-ft
Engine	1.8L I4 gas	1.8L I4 gas	1.8L I4 gas
Seating	5	5	5
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD
Cargo (cu ft)	14.9	14.9	14.9
Max towing	—	—	—

Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: LSgas
LTgas
LTZgas
Fuel type: LSregular unleaded
LTregular unleaded
LTZregular unleaded
Cylinders: LSI4
LTI4
LTZI4
Displacement: LS1.8 L
LT1.8 L
LTZ1.8 L
Horsepower: LS138 hp
LT138 hp
LTZ138 hp
Torque: LS125 lb-ft
LT125 lb-ft
LTZ125 lb-ft
Transmission: LS5-speed manual
LT5-speed manual
LTZ5-speed manual
Drivetrain: LSfront wheel drive
LTfront wheel drive
LTZfront wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: LSSedan
LTSedan
LTZSedan
Doors: LS4
LT4
LTZ4
Seating: LS5
LT5
LTZ5
Length: LS173.1 in
LT173.1 in
LTZ173.1 in
Width: LS68.3 in
LT68.3 in
LTZ68.3 in
Height: LS59.7 in
LT59.7 in
LTZ59.7 in
Wheelbase: LS99.4 in
LT99.4 in
LTZ99.4 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: LS14.9 cu ft
LT14.9 cu ft
LTZ14.9 cu ft
Fuel tank: LS12.2 gal
LT12.2 gal
LTZ12.2 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: LS29
LT29
LTZ29
City MPG: LS26
LT26
LTZ26
Highway MPG: LS35
LT35
LTZ35

Full specifications by trim
Spec	LS	LT	LTZ
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	gas	gas
Fuel type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
Cylinders	I4	I4	I4
Displacement	1.8 L	1.8 L	1.8 L
Horsepower	138 hp	138 hp	138 hp
Torque	125 lb-ft	125 lb-ft	125 lb-ft
Transmission	5-speed manual	5-speed manual	5-speed manual
Drivetrain	front wheel drive	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan
Doors	4	4	4
Seating	5	5	5
Length	173.1 in	173.1 in	173.1 in
Width	68.3 in	68.3 in	68.3 in
Height	59.7 in	59.7 in	59.7 in
Wheelbase	99.4 in	99.4 in	99.4 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	14.9 cu ft	14.9 cu ft	14.9 cu ft
Fuel tank	12.2 gal	12.2 gal	12.2 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	29	29	29
City MPG	26	26	26
Highway MPG	35	35	35