Used 2020 Chevy Sonic Sedan Trims Comparison
Trim level differences
The 2020 Chevrolet Sonic's trim levels actually have a few surprises, though on the surface they seem straightforward enough. There are three trim levels: the no-frills sedan-only base LS, the LT with its functional standard features, and the fully loaded Premier. The LT and the Premier are available in sedan and hatchback body styles. All Sonics are powered by a turbocharged 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine (138 horsepower, 148 lb-ft of torque) that drives the front wheels through either a six-speed automatic transmission.
Which Sonic trim does Edmunds recommend?
Though the base Sonic comes with tech options, it lacks many creature comforts that drivers have come to expect. So we recommend the LT trim. It is equipped with a six-speaker audio system with satellite radio reception, cruise control, and power windows and mirrors. An available Convenience Package adds a compass display and enhanced driver information display, keyless entry and push-button start, heated front seats, and six-way power adjustability for the driver's seat.
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Bristol, VA
Vehicle | Sonic LS | Sonic LT | Sonic Premier |
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Section Title | Features | Features | Features |
Bluetooth | standard | standard | standard |
Navigation | standard | standard | standard |
Satellite radio | Not Available | standard | standard |
Keyless Ignition | Not Available | optional | standard |
Cruise control | Not Available | standard | standard |
Adaptive cruise control | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Parking assistance | Not Available | optional | optional |
Upholstery | cloth | premium cloth | leatherette |
Heated seats | Not Available | optional | standard |
Cooled/Ventilated seats | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Folding rear seats | standard | standard | standard |
Sunroof | Not Available | optional | optional |
Section Title | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
Engine power | 138 hp @ 4,900 rpm | 138 hp @ 4,900 rpm | 138 hp @ 4,900 rpm |
Engine torque | 148 lb-ft @ 1,850 rpm | 148 lb-ft @ 1,850 rpm | 148 lb-ft @ 1,850 rpm |
Engine displacement | 1.4 l | 1.4 l | 1.4 l |
Engine configuration | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Tire size | 195/65R15 | 195/65R15 | 205/50R17 |
Wheel size | - | - | - |
Wheel type | steel wheels | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels |
Run flat tires | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Section Title | Fuel economy | Fuel economy | Fuel economy |
City/Hwy/Combined MPG | 26 / 34 / 29 MPG | 26 / 34 / 29 MPG | 26 / 34 / 29 MPG |
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
Fuel Capacity | 12.2 gal. | 12.2 gal. | 12.2 gal. |
Driving Range (city/hwy) | 317 / 415 miles | 317 / 415 miles | 317 / 415 miles |
Fuel Type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
Section Title | Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions |
Turning circle | 34.5 ft. | 34.5 ft. | 36.1 ft. |
Curb weight | 2,857 lb. | 2,880 lb. | 2,917 lb. |
Ground Clearance | - | - | - |
Overall Width with Mirrors | - | - | - |
Overall Width without Mirrors | 68.3 in. | 68.3 in. | 68.3 in. |
Height | 59.7 in. | 59.7 in. | 59.7 in. |
Length | 173.9 in. | 173.9 in. | 173.9 in. |
Wheelbase | 99.4 in. | 99.4 in. | 99.4 in. |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Cargo Space | 14.9 cu. ft. | 14.9 cu. ft. | 14.9 cu. ft. |
Front Head Room | 38.7 in. | 38.7 in. | 38.7 in. |
Front Leg Room | 41.8 in. | 41.8 in. | 41.8 in. |
Front Shoulder Room | 53.4 in. | 53.4 in. | 53.4 in. |
Rear Head Room | 37.8 in. | 37.8 in. | 37.8 in. |
Rear Leg Room | 34.6 in. | 34.6 in. | 34.6 in. |
Rear Shoulder Room | 53.0 in. | 53.0 in. | 53.0 in. |
Section Title | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs |
True Cost to Own® | $33,095 | $32,359 | $32,697 |
Average Cost Per Mile | $0.44 | $0.43 | $0.44 |
Depreciation | $8,457 | $7,878 | $7,703 |
Financing | $2,521 | $2,474 | $2,707 |
Taxes & Fees | $729 | $719 | $767 |
Fuel | $8,647 | $8,647 | $8,647 |
Insurance | $3,859 | $3,934 | $3,999 |
Maintenance | $5,306 | $5,131 | $5,298 |
Repairs | $3,576 | $3,576 | $3,576 |
Section Title | Colors | Colors | Colors |
Interior | Jet Black/Dark Titanium, cloth | Jet Black/Dark Titanium, premium cloth Dark Pewter/Dark Titanium, premium cloth Jet Black, premium cloth | Jet Black, leatherette/sueded microfiber Dark Pewter/Dark Titanium, leatherette Jet Black/Dark Titanium, leatherette |
Exterior | Kinetic Blue Metallic Red Hot Summit White Nightfall Gray Metallic Silver Ice Metallic Mosaic Black Metallic | Kinetic Blue Metallic Red Hot Summit White Cajun Red Tintcoat Nightfall Gray Metallic Silver Ice Metallic Mosaic Black Metallic | Kinetic Blue Metallic Red Hot Summit White Cajun Red Tintcoat Nightfall Gray Metallic Silver Ice Metallic Mosaic Black Metallic |