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  • $4,777
    great price
    $1,847 Below Market
    132,904 miles
    2 Accidents, 3 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Manual
    Your Choice Auto Sales (Joliet, IL)
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    Located in Joliet, IL / 586 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    CD PLAYER ALLOY WHEEL GOOD TIRES 4-CYLINDER GAS SAVER 1.8L I4 LARGE VARIETY OF VEHICLES AT YOUR CHOICE AUTOS AT TRUE AFFORDABLE PRICES. CHECK OUR LAT...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    29 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 1G1JB5SH2C4126686
    Stock: JYC-126686
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 01-31-2023

  • New Listing
    $5,995
    fair price
    $459 Below Market
    132,294 miles
    No accidents, 1 Owner, Personal use
    4cyl Automatic
    Cars USA (Virginia Beach, VA)
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    Located in Virginia Beach, VA / 168 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    1 OWNER SINCE NEW, CARFAX CERTIFIED NO ACCIDENTS, ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    28 Combined MPG (25 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 1G1JC5SH3C4178759
    Stock: 178759
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • Price Drop
    135,858 miles
    No accidents, 2 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Forthright Auto (Albuquerque, NM)
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    Located in Albuquerque, NM / 1,621 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    CERTIFIED!!! We only offer the finest vehicles that pass a rigorous Mechanical & Safety Inspection. Our pricing strategy and sales process is fair, ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    28 Combined MPG (25 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 1G1JC5SH1C4163385
    Stock: T766
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • $9,560
    fair price
    $51 Below Market
    32,141 miles
    2 Accidents, 2 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Simotes Motor Sales & Service (Minooka, IL)
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    Located in Minooka, IL / 592 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    **Please call or text to confirm availability or if you have any questions! - 815 353 4890** **Honest Pricing** We have NO HIDDEN FEES! Many dealers a...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    28 Combined MPG (25 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 1G1JC6SH6C4177028
    Stock: 177028
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 09-06-2023

  • 121,918 miles
    No accidents, 1 Owner, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Bruce Lowrie Chevrolet (Fort Worth, TX)
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    Located in Fort Worth, TX / 1,192 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    CARFAX One-Owner. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic LT. This gas saver drives like new. Low cost of ownership and ready to roll. See us now! ECOTEC 1.4L I4 SMPI DO...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    28 Combined MPG (25 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 1G1JC5SB1C4225010
    Stock: 9168
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-15-2023

  • Price Drop
    $8,796
    fair price
    $238 Above Market
    71,075 miles
    No accidents, 1 Owner, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Walser Hyundai (Brooklyn Park, MN)
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    Located in Brooklyn Park, MN / 915 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    At Walser, you’ll get an exceptional car-buying experience. Our *streamlined process* means you’ll work with one dedicated customer specialist to help...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    28 Combined MPG (25 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 1G1JC6SB8C4187278
    Stock: 9AR986T
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-31-2023

  • New Listing
    $8,995
    good price
    $577 Below Market
    46,895 miles
    1 Accident, 1 Owner, Personal use only
    4cyl Manual
    AutoNation Toyota Hayward (Hayward, CA)
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    Located in Hayward, CA / 2,394 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Crystal Red Tintcoat 1Lt Preferred Equipment Group Audio System; AM/FM Stereo With CD Player Axle; 3.94 Ratio Emissions; California State Requirements...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    29 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 1G1JD5SH5C4126286
    Stock: C4126286
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 09-23-2023

  • $6,995
    fair price
    $130 Below Market
    117,785 miles
    No accidents, 2 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Center Road Auto Sales (North Ridgeville, OH)
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    Located in North Ridgeville, OH / 288 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Visit our website http://www.centerroadautosales.com for more information and photos on this or any of our other vehicles or call us today for a test...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    28 Combined MPG (25 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 1G1JC5SH9C4158998
    Stock: 17100
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • New Listing
    $7,400
    fair price
    $430 Above Market
    111,176 miles
    4cyl Automatic
    Feldman Chevrolet of Lansing (Lansing, MI)
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    Located in Lansing, MI / 447 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    2012 Chevrolet Sonic 2LS SERVICE RECORD AVAILABLE, GOOD BRAKES, GOOD TIRES, CRUISE CONTROL, Bluetooth / Uconnect / Handsfree. Recent Arrival! Odometer...

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    28 Combined MPG (25 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 1G1JA5SH2C4167791
    Stock: BF4T034889B
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 09-12-2023

  • New Listing
    $7,690
    fair price
    $37 Above Market
    117,310 miles
    1 Accident, 3 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Manual
    AutoNation Chrysler Jeep Arapahoe (Englewood, CO)
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    Located in Englewood, CO / 1,459 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Sunroof; Power; Tilt-Sliding With Express-Open And Wind Deflector Engine; Ecotec Turbo 1.4L Variable Valve Timing Dohc 4-Cylinder Sequential Mfi Sun/M...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    29 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 1G1JE6SB1C4172891
    Stock: C4172891
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 09-23-2023

  • New Listing
    82,744 miles
    No accidents, 2 Owners, Personal use
    4cyl Manual
    Carvana (In-stock online)
    Delivery available*
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    Located in Charlotte, NC / 321 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    At Carvana, we go miles beyond the extra mile. That's why we provide you with a convenient, fast, and hassle-free car buying experience that puts you ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    29 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 1G1JF6SB6C4122954
    Stock: 2002536373
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 09-19-2023

  • $4,785
    great price
    $2,195 Below Market
    134,404 miles
    1 Accident, 3 Owners, Rental vehicle
    4cyl Automatic
    Serra Chevrolet of Saginaw (Saginaw, MI)
    Five Star Dealer
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    Located in Saginaw, MI / 455 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Sonic LT, 4D Sedan, ECOTEC 1.8L I4 DOHC VVT, 6-Speed Automatic, FWD, Summit White, Jet Black/Dark Titanium Cloth, 15 Painted Aluminum Wheels, 3.47 Axl...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    28 Combined MPG (25 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 1G1JC5SH2D4188135
    Stock: D4188135D
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 06-22-2023

  • Price Drop
    $7,900
    fair price
    $1,138 Below Market
    99,675 miles
    No accidents, 1 Owner, Personal use only
    4cyl Manual
    Hall Toyota Elizabeth City (Elizabeth City, NC)
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    Located in Elizabeth City, NC / 202 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    We are currently offering Vehicle Purchase Home Delivery by appointment. Please contact for details.. Summit White LT FWD 5-Speed Manual ECOTEC 1.8L I...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 1G1JD6SH9D4217231
    Stock: 11230699B
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-23-2023

  • $5,999
    good price
    $1,067 Below Market
    131,568 miles
    No accidents, 6 Owners, Corporate fleet vehicle
    4cyl Automatic
    Hank Graff Chevrolet (Davison, MI)
    Five Star Dealer
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    Located in Davison, MI / 419 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Clean Car Fax - No accidents!, Red Tag! Blow out special!!!, Sonic LT, 4D Sedan, ECOTEC 1.8L I4 DOHC VVT, 6-Speed Automatic, FWD, Cyber Gray Metallic,...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    28 Combined MPG (25 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 1G1JC5SH7D4140498
    Stock: 6-31738AK
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-31-2023

  • $7,897
    good price
    $503 Below Market
    111,762 miles
    No accidents, 3 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Manual
    City Wide Auto & Truck Sales (Richmond, VA)
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    Located in Richmond, VA / 106 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    turbo 5 speed stop the presse as on tv straight to rs model priced to move

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    30 Combined MPG (27 City/34 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 1G1JH6SB3D4158872
    Stock: 1800
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-28-2023

  • $9,000
    fair price
    $828 Below Market
    58,710 miles
    2 Accidents, 1 Owner, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Carriage Traders (South Glens Falls, NY)
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    Located in South Glens Falls, NY / 355 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Call to set up a test drive.

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    28 Combined MPG (25 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 1G1JA6SG0D4152141
    Stock: 23B3993ST
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-29-2023

  • 28,985 miles
    No accidents, 1 Owner, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Carvana (In-stock online)
    Delivery available*
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    Located in Sacramento, CA / 2,345 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    At Carvana, we go miles beyond the extra mile. That's why we provide you with a convenient, fast, and hassle-free car buying experience that puts you ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    28 Combined MPG (25 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 1G1JC6SB2D4185222
    Stock: 2002449024
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-18-2023

  • $9,999
    fair price
    $939 Above Market
    118,928 miles
    No accidents, 1 Owner, Personal use only
    4cyl Manual
    Budget Rent A Car Norwalk (Norwalk, CA)
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    Located in Norwalk, CA / 2,263 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Great Gas Saver, 4 Wheel ABS Brakes, Cruise Control, Bluetooth Wireless, Tilt, Keyless Entry, Daytime Running Lights, Power Door Locks, Power Windows,...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 1G1JD5SG8D4254627
    Stock: P11929
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 03-20-2022

  • 127,192 miles
    1 Accident, 1 Owner, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    BMW of Houston North (Houston, TX)
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    Located in Houston, TX / 1,194 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Wheels And Fog Lamp Package Lpo; Cargo Net Rear Spoiler 1Sd Preferred Equipment Group Audio System; AM/FM Stereo With CD Player And MP3 Playback/Wma A...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    28 Combined MPG (25 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 1G1JC5SH9D4102688
    Stock: D4102688
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 09-05-2023

  • $7,495
    fair price
    $447 Below Market
    105,548 miles
    1 Accident, 2 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Vehicle Wish Auto Sales (Frederick, MD)
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    Located in Frederick, MD / 25 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    2013 Chevrolet Sonic LT with an available 'Extended Warranty'

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    28 Combined MPG (25 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 1G1JC5SH4D4107250
    Stock: 3237
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-21-2023

  • New Listing
    $9,955
    fair price
    $251 Above Market
    70,434 miles
    No accidents, 1 Owner, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    AutoNation Chevrolet Mesa (Mesa, AZ)
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    Located in Mesa, AZ / 1,935 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Leather Seats Black Granite Metallic Rear Spoiler 1Sh Preferred Equipment Group Chevrolet Mylink Radio Emissions Override; Federal Emissions; Californ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    28 Combined MPG (25 City/33 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 1G1JG6SB0D4251819
    Stock: D4251819
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 09-17-2023

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Consumer Reviews for the Chevrolet Sonic

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I own TWO 2012 Sonics... Read this Review!

Gary N, 07/04/2016
2012 Chevrolet Sonic LT 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
I'm not sure what some people do with their cars. We have TWO 2012 Sonic LT Auto's, both with the 1.8L engine. One is a Sedan and the other is a Hatch. I like the sedan a bit better because is is actually longer, giving more cargo space in most cases. Plus, due to aerodynamics, the sedan gets better MPG, especially on the highway, where we routinely get 37 MPG out of that car. But, I … also like the hatch, because it has the bigger wheels and fog lights. If it only got the same MPG... There have been a few recall issues, but not many. I do my own oil/filter changes and full synthetic is the way to go. The only odd thing on the sedan was the air intake hose between the air box and manifold cracked on the sedan and that tripped the engine light. It was a $35 part, so I just replaced it in the garage. UPDATE: GM extended the warranty on this part and reimbursed my repair cost. UPDATE: Both cars have had the air intake break and both were fixed by GM. Also, we are starting to get some thermostat codes popping on the one with 75k miles on it. It's either a dirty connector, or a failed sensor (less than $50) as they all seem to do this. On the hatch, I took a pot-holed exit ramp too fast and broke a ball joint, so that was $150 with labor and alignment. Other than that, we have about 100K miles combined and ONE unexpected repair. BTW tie rods and ball joints on smaller cars are almost routine maintenance when driving on Michigan roads. Overall pretty good repair record, in my opinion. These are good cars for the money. The insurance is reasonable (we are over 50) they ride pretty well for being so small, especially compared to the imports. We live in Michigan and have full sets of snow tires for these cars, since the factory tires are useless in the snow. But, with the right tires, they are good in winter. I routinely drive though 6-8 inches of snow and isolated patches up to a foot and have never been stranded. The sedan was rear-ended early on, and the fix was done well at the dealership. We take care of our cars and these have been particularly trouble-free. But, a lot of younger people buy these cars and maybe they don't take care of them. Also, a lot of used Sonics are coming on the market now from rental fleets, so they might not have been cared for that well either. The flood of rental returns is also lowering the resale right now. All things considered, I'd buy another one tomorrow, probably a turbo LT sedan. UPDATE: I did buy a 2013 LT Turbo Sedan, slightly used a few months ago, so now I have THREE Sonics. They are pretty good cars, my only recent gripe being a few rattles have developed, but they are cheap and easy to fix. The dealer put a replacement set of plastic stabilizer bar links on the 2013 with only 5k miles and there was a TSB put out for a bad seal between the engine and transmission on the car with the turbo engine. That leak was fixed at no cost to me. UPDATE: I sold the 2012 hatch and traded off the 2012 sedan with the 1.8L engine, so we are down to only the 2013 turbo sedan now. Still good cars, but the cooling systems on them do tend to get leaks and cracks in the plastic parts. None of these parts are expensive or difficult to replace for a DIY person, but bleeding the air out of the system after repairs is nearly impossible. I had to take them to a local shop to have them do it for me because we had air in the heater core and it was 20 below zero outside... They pressure tested it and everything was good, but then a month or so later, the water pump started weeping coolant, and it was due for a timing belt... A few months after that I traded it off. The 2013 now has 20k miles on it and the rear shocks are starting to go bad - another common but inexpensive issue. I did this on at least one of the others and it was easier than I thought, but I'm waiting until spring to do this car. I still recommend these cars, but you really need to get the right deal on them, as I did on two of the three I bought. They do tend to have some issues, but they are inexpensive repairs if done yourself and none of them ever left us stranded anywhere. I actually never replaced any of the batteries.
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