Used 2016 Chevrolet Sonic Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2016 Sonic, so we've included reviews for other years of the Sonic since its last redesign.
Good daily
Jerry, 11/02/2021
2016 Chevrolet Sonic LT 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Has decent room for being a compact. I average "29 mpg" city/ highway at 97,000 miles. No real maintenance issues besides normal wear and tear. No mechanical failures.
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A good cheap car. Having the Hatchback is very gre
Mary Sanderson, 07/18/2016
2016 Chevrolet Sonic LS 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
18 of 28 people found this review helpful
Compare prices with many dealers. They are all different.
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Room and power, with quirks 2015 LTZ Hatch
Llia Olsen, 04/14/2016
updated 04/20/2020
2015 Chevrolet Sonic LTZ 4dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
7 of 10 people found this review helpful
I bought the car mostly for the interior. The hatchback offered the space I wanted for cargo and the dash was nicely arranged and constructed. Felt Cozy. The car seats are comfortable and heated and cup holders are a fast food junkies dream. Though the center cup holders seem better suited for the rear passengers than the front. I drove the car often from San Antonio to Baton Rouge and back. The car lacks in handling just bit over slightly more expensive models in the GM lineup, it's probably the suspension and the distribution of weight front and back.The stability control can be a nuisance and really hurt off the line acceleration when making a turn after stopping at an intersection. Otherwise it operates great in wet weather to prevent the rear end from spinning. The slight turbo lag added to the computer applied brakes means you might be sitting still, longer than you anticipated. Running on octane 93 or above does make a difference since it requires 93 octane before the stock computer even feels like upping the performance. I feel deeply cheapened by the fact there are no temperature gauges for the oil/water as those would be crucial in getting a heads up on potential engine damage. Forget keeping the stock entertainment. Swap it out for the latest Double Din with better navigation and rear camera support and get a few gauges if you're so inclined to monitor the health of your ride. I took great care of the car before I moved to a different country and had to sell it. Changed the oil (full synthetic Mobil 1) and filter every 3k-5k. Never had any issues with it.
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I wouldn't suggest anyone buying a 2016 Chevrolet!
Amanda, 05/10/2021
2016 Chevrolet Sonic RS 4dr Sedan (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bought my car brand new in 2016. Within the first 2 years, I had it in the shop for defective equipment 5 times. My car had 67,000 miles on it and has a blown motor! No warning lights or anything indicating I was losing antifreeze or the motor overheating! So disappointed about this car!! I basically gave more than $20,000 away!
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Lemon Timebomb
Ramona Polvere, 07/03/2018
2015 Chevrolet Sonic LTZ 4dr Sedan (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Thought this car was pretty great, then at 30K miles engine started losing compression. Waiting for the dealer to resolve this issue. Also may have a leaking heater core. While the engine repair is covered by warrantee the heater core may not be.
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