2016 Chevrolet Sonic
4 trims · 14 configurations · Sedan, Hatchback
Starting MSRP
$14,345 – $21,495
Key specifications
NHTSA safety
5 / 5 overall
Source: NHTSA · 2 recalls on record
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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)
$14,345
Typical monthly
$284/mo
Avg. APR
7.00%
60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-10-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.
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LS
4 configurations
- MSRP
- $14,345 – $16,195
- 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
- $16,155 – $18,145
- 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
2 configurations
- MSRP
- $19,780 – $20,345
- Fuel economy (city/hwy)
- 27/37
- Horsepower
- 138 hp
- Torque
- 148 lb-ft
- Engine
- 1.4L I4 gas
- Seating
- 5
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Cargo (cu ft)
- 14.9
- Max towing
- —
RS
4 configurations
- MSRP
- $20,095 – $21,495
- Fuel economy (city/hwy)
- 27/34
- Horsepower
- 138 hp
- Torque
- 148 lb-ft
- Engine
- 1.4L I4 gas
- Seating
- 5
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Cargo (cu ft)
- 14.9
- Max towing
- —
| Spec | LS4 configurations | LT4 configurations | LTZ2 configurations | RS4 configurations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $14,345 – $16,195 | $16,155 – $18,145 | $19,780 – $20,345 | $20,095 – $21,495 |
| Fuel economy (city/hwy) | 26/35 | 26/35 | 27/37 | 27/34 |
| Horsepower | 138 hp | 138 hp | 138 hp | 138 hp |
| Torque | 125 lb-ft | 125 lb-ft | 148 lb-ft | 148 lb-ft |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 gas | 1.8L I4 gas | 1.4L I4 gas | 1.4L I4 gas |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Cargo (cu ft) | 14.9 | 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
- LSgasLTgasLTZgasRSgas
- Fuel type
- LSregular unleadedLTregular unleadedLTZregular unleadedRSregular unleaded
- Cylinders
- LSI4LTI4LTZI4RSI4
- Displacement
- LS1.8 LLT1.8 LLTZ1.4 LRS1.4 L
- Horsepower
- LS138 hpLT138 hpLTZ138 hpRS138 hp
- Torque
- LS125 lb-ftLT125 lb-ftLTZ148 lb-ftRS148 lb-ft
- Transmission
- LS5-speed manualLT5-speed manualLTZ6-speed automaticRS6-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- LSfront wheel driveLTfront wheel driveLTZfront wheel driveRSfront wheel drive
Dimensions
- Body type
- LSSedanLTSedanLTZSedanRSSedan
- Doors
- LS4LT4LTZ4RS4
- Seating
- LS5LT5LTZ5RS5
- Length
- LS173.1 inLT173.1 inLTZ173.1 inRS173.1 in
- Width
- LS68.3 inLT68.3 inLTZ68.3 inRS68.3 in
- Height
- LS59.7 inLT59.7 inLTZ59.7 inRS59.3 in
- Wheelbase
- LS99.4 inLT99.4 inLTZ99.4 inRS99.4 in
Capacity & weight
- Cargo capacity
- LS14.9 cu ftLT14.9 cu ftLTZ14.9 cu ftRS14.9 cu ft
- Curb weight
- LS2,733 lbsLT2,753 lbsLTZ2,883 lbsRS2,894 lbs
- Fuel tank
- LS12.2 galLT12.2 galLTZ12.2 galRS10.8 gal
Fuel economy & EV
- Combined MPG
- LS30LT30LTZ31RS30
- City MPG
- LS26LT26LTZ27RS27
- Highway MPG
- LS35LT35LTZ37RS34
| Spec | LS | LT | LTZ | RS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine & drivetrain | ||||
| Engine type | gas | gas | gas | gas |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 | I4 | I4 |
| Displacement | 1.8 L | 1.8 L | 1.4 L | 1.4 L |
| Horsepower | 138 hp | 138 hp | 138 hp | 138 hp |
| Torque | 125 lb-ft | 125 lb-ft | 148 lb-ft | 148 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 173.1 in | 173.1 in | 173.1 in | 173.1 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 68.3 in | 68.3 in | 68.3 in |
| Height | 59.7 in | 59.7 in | 59.7 in | 59.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 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 | 14.9 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 2,733 lbs | 2,753 lbs | 2,883 lbs | 2,894 lbs |
| Fuel tank | 12.2 gal | 12.2 gal | 12.2 gal | 10.8 gal |
| Fuel economy & EV | ||||
| Combined MPG | 30 | 30 | 31 | 30 |
| City MPG | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 |
| Highway MPG | 35 | 35 | 37 | 34 |
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2016 Chevrolet Sonic FAQ
- How much does the 2016 Chevrolet Sonic cost?
- The 2016 Chevrolet Sonic has a starting MSRP of $14,345, ranging up to $21,495 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes LS from $14,345; LT from $16,155; LTZ from $19,780; RS from $20,095.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Chevrolet Sonic?
- The 2016 Chevrolet Sonic achieves up to 31 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
- How much cargo space does the 2016 Chevrolet Sonic have?
- The 2016 Chevrolet Sonic offers up to 47.7 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
- Is the 2016 Chevrolet Sonic safe?
- The 2016 Chevrolet Sonic earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year; check the recalls section for details.
- How many trims does the 2016 Chevrolet Sonic come in?
- The 2016 Chevrolet Sonic is available in 4 trims (14 total configurations) across Sedan and Hatchback body styles with front wheel drive.