Wednesday, October 28, 2015

Car Profiles - Chevrolet Sonic Sedan

CHEVROLET SONIC SEDAN

An update gave the Sonic a lower end variant at a lower price entry (without any differentiation to the LT) but it does not have the hatchback's MyLink system. Still a good alternative from the class leaders.

The Good: Spacious
The Bad: Low rent interior

Price Range: P698,888-P718,888
Our Rating: ***

Last Update: October 29, 2014


OWNERSHIP DETAILS1.4 LT1.4 LS
PriceP698,888 (MT), P738,888 (AT)P678,888 (MT), P718,888 (AT)
Warranty5 Years or 100,000kms5 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
EngineLDD 1.4 DOHC 16V I4LDD 1.4 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower99hp @ 6,000rpm99hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque130Nm @ 4,000rpm130Nm @ 4,000rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel SystemSequential Multi Port InjectionSequential Multi Port Injection
Transmission5-Speed Manual, 6-Speed Automatic5-Speed Manual, 6-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity46 Liters46 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,399mm4,399mm
Width1,735mm1,735mm
Height1,517mm1,517mm
Wheelbase2,525mm2,525mm
Curb Weight
Body Style4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating55
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut and StabilizerMcPherson Strut and Stabilizer
Rear SuspensionCompound Crank (Torsion Beam) with Double Walled V-Beam DesignCompound Crank (Torsion Beam) with Double Walled V-Beam Design
Front BrakesVentilated DiscsVentilated Discs
Rear BrakesDrum BrakesDrum Brakes
Tires205/55 R16205/55 R16
Wheels16 Inch Alloy16 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags22
Anti-Lock BrakesYesYes
Traction/Stability ControlNoneNone
Other Safety FeaturesAdds: NoneCentral Lock, ISO-FIX Seats, Rear Parking Assist, High Mount Stop Lamp, Tire Pressure Monitor
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsFront and RearFront and Rear
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: NoneChrome Door Handles, Chrome Accents
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTiltTilt
Steering Wheel MaterialUrethaneUrethane
Seating AdjustmentManualManual
Seating MaterialFabricFabric
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: None60/40 Fold Rear Seat, Assist Grip, Chrome Inside Door Handles and Gearknob, Graphite Silver Metallic Panel Center, Front Power Outlet
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering, Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate ControlManualManual
Audio SystemAM/FM/CD/MP3/WMA/AUX/USBAM/FM/CD/MP3/WMA/AUX/USB
Speakers66
Steering Wheel ControlsYes, AudioYes, Audio
AlarmYesYes
Keyless EntryYes, with Immobilizer and Foldable KeyYes, with Immobilizer
RIVALSFord Fiesta, Honda City, Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, Mazda 2, Nissan Almera, Toyota Vios

See previous generation models of the Sonic Sedan: