Used 2013 Chevrolet Sonic LT 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
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gino985, Rochelle, IL, 10/26/2013
Chevrolet Sonic LT 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Since it's so late in the year, I could only find a couple near me, and ended up with Crystal Red tintcoat, not my first choice, but I actually really like it. Shifting is incredibly easy, like butter, and the engine really does have some pep. Its also true that the car feels much bigger, it's hard to feel the speed, I've been afraid I will get a ticket because I've been speeding everywhere! Mileage is right on as reported, the first tank was exactly 30 mpg, mixed city and highway, and included a lot of idling at the dealership, so I'm hoping that number will go up. With all the great cash back offers right now, I highly recommend this car, great value for the cost.
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Chris, Hiwassee, VA, 11/03/2015
updated 05/15/2017
Chevrolet Sonic LT 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
11 of 14 people found this review helpful
I brought this car new with 3843 miles on it. I left the dealership only to discover that there was no heat. Returned to dealership and found coolant low. It then took 8 times in shop and from Nov 14 2014 till Jan 12 2015 to find a factory defect. And now it leaking again with the dealership having no idea where. Make sure you have the Sonic checked before buying. I traded this car in November 2015 after having it back to the dealership numerous other times. Tried to deal with our local Chevrolet dealership and even tried getting help from GM, both very uncooperative. After that traded it in on a new Honda Civic. I have had this car a year and have had absolutely no problems. In another words will never own another GM product.
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Worst chevy ever!
Kaleigh, Dover, OH, 02/23/2017
Chevrolet Sonic LT 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
Was lookING for affordable but reliable new car. Biggest mistake. 2013 have replaced thermostate 4 times in 1 year, no low oil, antifreeze light. Paint bubbling. All parts are cheap on the car. Nothing bUT problems and to avoid issues like this I purchased a brand new car.... mistake. Cheaply made not worth the trouble or the money.
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Loved the car but wish it lasted longer
Hannah, Belleville, MI, 01/13/2022
Chevrolet Sonic LT 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I only had the vehicle for 6 years. It died at 108,000 miles and had to get junked. A great first car, but I expected several more years out of it
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So far so good
Shadow the Hedgegog, Los Angeles, CA, 11/25/2021
Chevrolet Sonic LT 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my first car and so far it’s very useful! I got this with around 69,000 miles. Came with tinted windows. Pros: Very smooth driving. Has some pep when driving long distances. You feel secure in the interior of your car. Also the Bluetooth is pretty cool when it comes to connecting to today’s age I don’t have the digital dash board but it’s very useful. Gas Mileage: You are saving gas and is very economical with a Chevy Sonic. I do wish the 2013 can reach 30mpg to drive around more. Cons: So far there has been repairs especially since my car had a lot of miles on it. I had an electrical problem with the car that causes my car to turn off. However, it was repaired at least by $600. Never occurred again and my car still runs like new. I also had to buy some refreshing new parts like the spark plugs and other parts like the timing belt to keep my car running but I’ve been driving a lot of miles and everything has not been falling apart except the interior of course. So far I think I made a good choice when it came to getting my first used car I do highly recommend preferring a Nissan if you want to save gas only but I would also suggest this car if you’re on a budget
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