How much does the 2018 Chevrolet Sonic cost?

The 2018 Chevrolet Sonic has a starting MSRP of $15,295, ranging up to $21,295 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes LS from $15,295; LT Fleet from $16,995; LT from $17,695; Premier from $19,795.

What is the fuel economy of the 2018 Chevrolet Sonic?

The 2018 Chevrolet Sonic achieves up to 32 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much cargo space does the 2018 Chevrolet Sonic have?

The 2018 Chevrolet Sonic offers up to 47.7 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

Is the 2018 Chevrolet Sonic safe?

The 2018 Chevrolet Sonic earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year; check the recalls section for details.

How many trims does the 2018 Chevrolet Sonic come in?

The 2018 Chevrolet Sonic is available in 4 trims (11 total configurations) across Sedan and Hatchback body styles with front wheel drive.

2018 Chevrolet Sonic

4 trims · 11 configurations · Sedan, Hatchback

Starting MSRP

$15,295 – $21,295

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NHTSA safety

★★★★★

5 / 5 overall

Frontal (driver)★★★★★

Frontal (passenger)★★★★★

Side (driver)★★★★★

Side (passenger)★★★★★

Rollover★★★★☆

Source: NHTSA · 1 recall on record

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MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on LS

Total price (LS MSRP)

$15,295

Typical monthly

$303/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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Compare 2018 Chevrolet Sonic trims

LS
2 configurations
MSRP
$15,295 – $16,495
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 Fleet
MSRP
$16,995
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
25/34
Horsepower
138 hp
Torque
125 lb-ft
Engine
1.8L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
47.7
Max towing
—
LT
4 configurations
MSRP
$17,695 – $19,195
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
28/37
Horsepower
138 hp
Torque
148 lb-ft
Engine
1.4L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
14.9
Max towing
—
Premier
4 configurations
MSRP
$19,795 – $21,295
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
28/37
Horsepower
138 hp
Torque
148 lb-ft
Engine
1.4L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
47.7
Max towing
—

Compare 2018 Chevrolet Sonic trim specifications
Spec	LS2 configurations	LT Fleet	LT4 configurations	Premier4 configurations
MSRP	$15,295 – $16,495	$16,995	$17,695 – $19,195	$19,795 – $21,295
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	26/35	25/34	28/37	28/37
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	47.7	14.9	47.7
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
LT Fleetgas
LTgas
Premiergas
Fuel type: LSregular unleaded
LT Fleetregular unleaded
LTregular unleaded
Premierregular unleaded
Cylinders: LSI4
LT FleetI4
LTI4
PremierI4
Displacement: LS1.8 L
LT Fleet1.8 L
LT1.4 L
Premier1.4 L
Horsepower: LS138 hp
LT Fleet138 hp
LT138 hp
Premier138 hp
Torque: LS125 lb-ft
LT Fleet125 lb-ft
LT148 lb-ft
Premier148 lb-ft
Transmission: LS5-speed manual
LT Fleet6-speed shiftable automatic
LT6-speed manual
Premier6-speed manual
Drivetrain: LSfront wheel drive
LT Fleetfront wheel drive
LTfront wheel drive
Premierfront wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: LSSedan
LT FleetHatchback
LTSedan
PremierHatchback
Doors: LS4
LT Fleet5
LT4
Premier5
Seating: LS5
LT Fleet5
LT5
Premier5
Length: LS173.9 in
LT Fleet159.8 in
LT173.9 in
Premier159.8 in
Width: LS68.3 in
LT Fleet68.3 in
LT68.3 in
Premier68.3 in
Height: LS59.7 in
LT Fleet59.7 in
LT59.7 in
Premier59.3 in
Wheelbase: LS99.4 in
LT Fleet99.4 in
LT99.4 in
Premier99.4 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: LS14.9 cu ft
LT Fleet19 cu ft
LT14.9 cu ft
Premier19 cu ft
Max cargo capacity: LS—
LT Fleet47.7 cu ft
LT—
Premier47.7 cu ft
Curb weight: LS2,773 lbs
LT Fleet2,848 lbs
LT2,794 lbs
Premier2,837 lbs
Fuel tank: LS12.2 gal
LT Fleet12.2 gal
LT12.2 gal
Premier12.2 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: LS29
LT Fleet28
LT32
Premier32
City MPG: LS26
LT Fleet25
LT28
Premier28
Highway MPG: LS35
LT Fleet34
LT37
Premier37

Full specifications by trim
Spec	LS	LT Fleet	LT	Premier
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	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed manual	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	front wheel drive	front wheel drive	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Sedan	Hatchback	Sedan	Hatchback
Doors	4	5	4	5
Seating	5	5	5	5
Length	173.9 in	159.8 in	173.9 in	159.8 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	19 cu ft	14.9 cu ft	19 cu ft
Max cargo capacity	—	47.7 cu ft	—	47.7 cu ft
Curb weight	2,773 lbs	2,848 lbs	2,794 lbs	2,837 lbs
Fuel tank	12.2 gal	12.2 gal	12.2 gal	12.2 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	29	28	32	32
City MPG	26	25	28	28
Highway MPG	35	34	37	37

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2018 Chevrolet Sonic FAQ

How much does the 2018 Chevrolet Sonic cost?: The 2018 Chevrolet Sonic has a starting MSRP of $15,295, ranging up to $21,295 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes LS from $15,295; LT Fleet from $16,995; LT from $17,695; Premier from $19,795.
What is the fuel economy of the 2018 Chevrolet Sonic?: The 2018 Chevrolet Sonic achieves up to 32 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much cargo space does the 2018 Chevrolet Sonic have?: The 2018 Chevrolet Sonic offers up to 47.7 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
Is the 2018 Chevrolet Sonic safe?: The 2018 Chevrolet Sonic earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year; check the recalls section for details.
How many trims does the 2018 Chevrolet Sonic come in?: The 2018 Chevrolet Sonic is available in 4 trims (11 total configurations) across Sedan and Hatchback body styles with front wheel drive.