2013 Chevrolet Sonic LTZ Review, Walkaround, Exhaust, & Test Drive

[@soko9984]

Just bought a new 2014 chevy sonic and love this car! Would just like to clear some things up for anyone looking to buy one. 1 the engine is not that loud and who drives without music on anyway. 2 I would rather have a plastic interior than a softer one that can scratch easily and dry out in the sun ( if you live in Texas you know what I mean ). 3 there is plenty of room in the back for other people unless your passengers are in the NBA. 4 this car gets really good gas milage I'm getting 38 hwy and 32 city with an auto. All in all a really good car for the price

[@miajohnson3712]

soko9984 agreed

[@papi8370]

Actually plastic can scratch alot easier.

[@mrs.barbiecrocs5476]

@@abctruths502 Interesting🤔. My sonic has over 76,000 miles on it and no issues with the gas. But I’ll still check on it over the years.

[@dthompsont3796]

Do you still have this? How is it doing if so?

[@lolichan5801]

@@dthompsont3796 yeah..im goin to get one cuz in my country ..the price for used sonic chevy only 4000 USD..its really cheap

[@henryd1981]

I recently had the opportunity to drive a rental 2014 Sonic LT 4-door with the 1.8L engine and over 14k miles. I drove it over 400 miles on the highway and I was really impressed with it. According to the trip computer, I averaged at least 38 mpg on the highway. It handled well when I hit rain towards the end of my drive. Some people that hate on it need to actually give this car a chance and drive it instead of writing it off. For the record, I normally drive a Ford Focus.

[@nukka200]

right on dude. proud Sonic LT TURBO owner here

[@miajohnson3712]

Henry Rieken agreed

[@200percentmicky]

if i got this car in blue, wouldnt i be driving sonic the hedgehog?

[@ferdelance72]

I have a blue sonic with a sonic the hedgehog license plate cover.

[@Naioki4]

Sean Keohane how do you like it?

[@nick-vv1lz]

No

[@LadyMisfit__]

I call my chevy Sonic Knuckles, because it's orange 🍊

[@eryonne2468]

I just bought me a brand new 2013 Chevrolet Sonic LT hatch. I have it in white with white wheels. It's not turbo, but it has Mylink, Remote Start, and other great things.

[@nukka200]

fuck yeah i have an LT TURBO sedan lurve it! its masculine as hell in black. the remote start never gets old. I don't ever start it manually at this point

[@eryonne2468]

nukka200 I may trade it in for a 2015 Cruze 1LT with the technology package. I just bought myself a 2015 Malibu 1LT with sunroof, eco mode, all the options you could imagine. But I no longer need the Sonic, my grandmother needs a car, so the Cruze will be for her.

[@nukka200]

Jesus you bought 2 brand new cars like that? are you filthy stinkin' rich or something? lol cruze and malibu... expensive..

[@nukka200]

P.s. I wouldn't get a cruze. I read the seats are hellishly uncomfortable. hence why I got a sonic (same turbo engine)

[@eryonne2468]

nukka200 We've had a multiple Cruze's before. We enjoyed the car! But thanks for the advice, I appreciate it!

[@ganthc]

I have a Sonic LT 1.8L, and I enjoy it, but my one regret was not dropping the coin to get the turbo engine. I should have. But the 1.8L gets me 30mpg average, and holds pretty well to the EPA estimates if you aren't slamming on the accelerator from stops. I do wish they would get a Sonic Diesel, like the Cruze has. I would trade in my Sonic for that upgrade. :)

[@rogersmith3295]

Trust me you dodged a bullet. Mime had the turbo engine and the turbo caise numerous problems with my engine.

[@GoddessMe444]

@@rogersmith3295 so you wouldn’t recommend the turbo? I’m looking to get one

[@rogersmith3295]

@@GoddessMe444 please dont lol. You'll regret it. Maybe they figured it out after 2013 but 2012 and 2013 are lemons for sure.

[@accord491]

for $21000, you can get a civic exl,fully loaded with excellent reliability history

[@michaeldejesus1759]

Can we get an updated review of the Sonic please?

[@Holiday48000]

Yes remember the Corvair ,Vega, Monza, AVO and now the Sonic. After 4 trys at making a good subcompact car I hope Chevy finally gets it right. Time will tell.

[@knowbodiesfull5768]

John L Don't forget the Chevette, Citation, Cavalier, and Cobalt.

[@anthonymelchor689]

So I have to ask. What's the major things that prone down over time ? What's the reliability?

[@rogersmith3295]

Reliability is shhh. Stay away

[@Lincolnator721]

this thing is a pile of junk from the assembly line

[@Idontwantanat]

Btw this was sold as an Aveo in other countries like México and even as a Sail in Chile. The reason for the name change in America is that Chevy was broke after the 2008 crisis and the Aveo was a failure in America so, as a condition to receive aid from the government, they were forced to discontinue the brand in America.

[@pioneer7777777]

Have you checked out the manual transmission with the turbo? That improves 2 of your main drawbacks which were the jerky auto and the fuel economy. It's also cheaper than the LTZ when you get it in the LT trim.

[@juangallegos3799]

bro i got 50 mpg on the highway with the hatchback 2012.

[@270eman]

I got 38.4mpg doing 80mph the whole way in the 1.4l 6speed manual.

[@gamalierperez-torres5908]

Hey Boo ... will u recomend the Fiesta ST over the Sonic RS ... I.. owend a Fit EX manual trans ... but looking for something with a lil bit more power

[@KhrissyDaDon]

SNOW!!! Sorry I live in South Florida, it doesn't snow here lol ^.^

[@IKhanNot]

I like the changes of season. It makes you look forward to new things. If I had to live in summer heat year round I'd be miserable. Winter time for skiing, tubing and playing video games and summer time for travelling and making the best of those 4 months.

[@jusride7]

Mahalo best review on this vehicle. Job well done!

[@vciq]

I just got one and there fast for street lmao

[@Rtvoll]

Chevrolet's bigger cars like the new impala and even malibu are nice but their small cars are still disappointing to say the least. Maybe now that Dan Akerson is gone they can work more on improving their lineup

[@Trevrz1]

Their entire lineup has improved... Sonic, Cruze, and new Impala are light years ahead of their predecessors.

[@vspd303]

My kid just turned 16 and wants one of these cars. Any drawbacks? I was thinking probably a little light for the snow and rain just not sure this would make a good starter car

[@sirot5561]

I like your reviews BUT.... Every redline review, "HARD TOUCH, SOFT TOUCH, HARD TOUCH, HARD TOUCH, SOFT TOUCH.....blah blah blah" okay we get it 😡

[@miajohnson3712]

Tommy Siro hahaha RIGHT!

[@edwardg1969]

Stop scratching the damn interior Redline!!!

[@Adamjones2002]

Can u make a review for the new chevy traverse pleaseeeeeee!!!

[@kevinrodriguez4658]

yass

[@squibbles0]

the mylink is optional on the LT

[@beastlaser9611]

im going to look at another video of this car I felt he was just naming the flaws instead of how the car is.

[@bjuarezbj66]

same

[@ezwins1234]

I mean manual windows is enough said.

[@wdpm6424]

Back The Blue - Hold The Line windows are electric, but they don't have auto up down unlike the driver side

[@ezwins1234]

Wilson Pabon Thanks

[@smartman123]

this is small car yet look very solid and reliable

[@PieceOfRiceCake924]

You filmed this yesterday? Look at all that snow!

[@DabblelyDiddly]

the only video where sofyan masks his disgust for a car almost completely.

[@ValdekWaslanOliveira1967]

This car is very good. In Brazil was not very successful but the hatch until it sold a little.

[@farcinue]

You do very good, thorough reviews. Please do one on the Mazda3 with the 2.5L engine. I'd like to hear your opinion on how it compares to the Focus, Civic, Golf, etc.

[@bigfoot2708]

Sonic 2013 Turbo. New issues but the body is pretty thin but on the Highway it glides at 80

[@outbounder888]

In regards to turning on and off the power button for the info center. You have to hold the power down for 2 seconds to turn it on. once it's on, the other buttons are very responsive to touch. I own this car. Other than that, good review.

[@Sergio-rv5ei]

U finally made a video

[@theNick9071]

For 2014 the RS is in sedan form I believe

[@letyourhairdown]

How about fuel consumption? I got an Aveo (that's straight up crap fuel economy)

[@phgamer4393]

why are you comparing the car to the fiesta st instead of the normal fiesta. sure it has a turbo but its priced probably closer to the normal fiesta since unfortunately chevy doesnt make an ss version. in which case i would bet its quicker than the fords.

[@theredline]

You are correct, the LTZ should not be compared to the FIesta ST, however, the Sonic RS can be. In terms of price, the base MSRP of the Sonic RS is $21,150, you could buy a Fiesta ST for $22,195 and it has considerably more power and a nicer interior.

[@thetrxppiniqqa]

+Redline Reviews you shut him up.

[@kens97sto171]

Really need the manual in this. Peak torque is at 2000 RPM... you really need to do full throttle and shift SHORT. reving the piss out of gains you nothing... shift at 5000 RPM max. But of course you cant in the Auto... oh and the hatch looks so much better. One other thing.. Who sits there and caresses their dashboard??? Why do I care if the top of the dash is soft? The door's maybe, and the arm rest certainly. But every reviewer is always talking about the FEEL of the materials.. that no one ever actually feels in daily use.

[@liamp9723]

Why what's the matter with the avevo I'm getting a 13 model next week??

[@pedrof830]

I would prefer a used Civic, Mazda 3 or Corolla over this for that money.

[@Trevrz1]

hell no... a Toyota? One those are C-segment cars this is b-seg. Two their b-segment cars suck.

[@Trevrz1]

The fanboys.

[@nukka200]

Trevrz1 True fucking that. toyota cars are SCARY. horrible dangerous build quality. no thanks I don't feel like dying at 24. I'll stick with my chevy sonic. 10 AIRBAGS!, 5/5 ON EVERY CRASH TEST RATING.

[@Trevrz1]

right on man me too

[@pedrof830]

nukka200 Just ask the families of those who got killed because of those faulty GM ignition switches, I think they may disagree with you

[@mfmf100]

not terrible, but still behind the best competition

[@sobreinquisidor]

I got mine used with 12000 miles for 11 grand. Not bad at all

[@spaceduck562]

Hate to dissapoint you but there is one with 114000 miles for $4500 on craigslist. Just goes to show, avoid used car dealerships at all costs.

[@Lincolnator721]

@@spaceduck562 it says 12000 miles not 120000

[@lorenl9262]

Good review but comparing a Ford to a Chevy with a turbocharged 1.4L are in a different class

[@douglaswilson3978]

Great care ..❤❤❤❤

[@BlakesCars2]

That thing reminds me of a hedgehog..

[@Trevrz1]

The Fiesta reminds me of ago-kart and it drives like one. I tried it. That PowerShift SUCKS.

[@nick-vv1lz]

No

[@DDay-vv9ec]

Just don't like the dash,it's a car!

[@bamac2008]

Came so close to buying one... It was the lack of available cargo space that didn't get me.

[@rashodhaughton7226]

Do the redesigned Sonic hatchback and sedan

[@bernardosuss]

Please, don't be personal while reviewing a car. Instead of calling the audio system names, you could just say that you "don't understand it very well, so you cannot really have a solid opinion".

[@derrerrrr]

6:52

[@270eman]

LMAO. For $600 you can add a cold air intake and a tune and smoke the ford fiesta. And the 6 speed manual is a thousand times better than the auto.

[@bongodave13]

No. No, you can't.

[@Lincolnator721]

I wouldn't even buy this "car" for $600. it's a pile of junk. at least the manual fiesta can make it to 400k miles (saw an article on it).

[@GilZu]

The 5 door looks better . Overall not a bad car .

[@ginizaya8495]

What size are the rims??!!

[@hellokyle_]

17

[@Stormtrooper_98Trd]

Stick is so much better in this car

[@rogersmith3295]

Stay away. Just got rid of my 2013 ltz hatchback. That thing had so many issues. A proud Suburu owner now. Lol

[@davidwade7681]

Did it overheat??

[@rogersmith3295]

@@davidwade7681 that was one of the issues when it would leak coolant. Amongst other things.

[@davidwade7681]

@@rogersmith3295 yup that's what happened to me during a test drive nothing but problems

[@Lincolnator721]

@@davidwade7681 my mom had a 13 sonic. cracked air intake hose at 52k miles. i told her it was time to get rid of it and she agreed. i told her the reason is because it's indicative of more major problems down the road, if such materials could be of such low quality. pun intended. :) btw, this is basically a daewoo rebadged as a chevrolet. go figure. lol

[@davidwade7681]

@@Lincolnator721 yup trash

[@wongman66]

Its an Australia Holden Barina, nothing really stands out for the price. engine is noisy considering not even direct injected. Sorry Chevy, you missed mark again on this one.

[@ellypeck692]

Own one total junk over 4000 in repair bills

[@24GangstaMan]

Oh please. GM sucks on small compact cars big time. I would definitely buy a Honda, Mazda, or even Volkswagen over this! GM needs to seriously step up their game in the competitive market.

[@Trevrz1]

The Fit is ugly, Mazda looks cheap, and VW? no. This is the best b-seg along with the Rio IMO.

[@TheDarknessConsumesMe666]

I just came to see the headlights

[@TheAvisco]

2013 and the engine makes noise like is a 10 year old car, another one from chevrolet

[@eryonne2468]

Educate yourself please, what you're hearing is the Turbo.

[@njo2994]

I absolutely DESPISE GM's door chime.

[@eryonne2468]

***** I don't care for this certain one. It's really echos, they need the chime from 2006 back.

[@winracso]

sonic or fiesta?

[@briv8747]

ahh Driving in Northern Va I see.

[@alexchen7825]

you do good car test and you are cute to the 2013 Chevy Sonic is a ok car but try the 2014 Honda Fit but the only thing is the Fit has no sunroof

[@thehockeygamer3997]

The engine sounds like the xterra he reviewed.

[@Prizm2356]

People dont realize how closely related the Sonic is to the much hated Aveo

[@creekhed1]

Prizm2356 The ONLY relation is the Branding

[@Prizm2356]

creekhed1 Not hardly do a little research my friend

[@eryonne2468]

Prizm2356 No kid, you do research. It's a whole different car. The name is still Aveo in some other countries but in America sweetie...there's nothing the the Aveo and Sonic share, except the branding.

[@Prizm2356]

the Sonic is using the Aveo's platform and everything lmao. All those "american" parts are shipped from GM Korea!! Ok KID. In some markets this car is still called the Aveo.

[@eryonne2468]

Prizm2356 It's a whole new car and it was made in America. But I'm pretty sure I said, it's called an Aveo somewhere else in the world, so now you're just stating the obvious. You need to stick to the books, you're not too wise.

[@jahlileo]

it accelerate like a motorcycle too exept it weighs 4x a motorcycle so when you think about it. power to weight ratio? not that much

[@speedfiend925]

You should test the same vehicle with the manual transmission. Something tells me you'd like it better. ;-)

[@carbrickscity]

$21000? For $2000 more you can get a fully loaded 2014 Mazda3 2.0.

[@carbrickscity]

***** No, 2014 Mazda3 is the best in its class according to most reviews.

[@mercury64]

it's a shame they gave you an automatic sedan to review.

[@yurikhalelhingpit1210]

My dad also have that car😂😂

[@Lincolnator721]

I'm so sorry, my condolences

[@Reaper1008]

Not picking on the sonic.. but my dart 1.4 turbo sounds better.. imo.. But that,s the Fiat part.

[@pedrof830]

This is an improved Aveo, that's all, they renamed it Sonic here, but elsewhere it's still Aveo. The Aveo was so bad that they had to stop using the name over here.

[@lyra2282]

please educate yourself before posting about things you don't know. The Sonic was built on a completely different platform than the Aveo. It's a completely different car. The decision to keep the Aveo name is puzzling, but that is all it is. the same name. Everything else is different. jeez.

[@pedrof830]

Valeria Chuba I know quite well it is not the same as the dreadfully bad Aveo, it is still a Daewoo product and they have yet to prove that they're as good as the rest of the Asian brands, so far I'm not convinced. I would look elsewhere for this class of car.

[@madflyer1093]

Valeria Chuba seeing as just about everywhere in the world its still called an aveo...

[@henryd1981]

pedrof830 The Sonic was developed using GM's global resources. Mainly GM Korea, but also input from other GM divisions. GM got it right with this car! It felt solid and drove well. It's definitely in the top part of the class. For what it's worth, Consumer Reports actually gave this car it's 'Recommended' rating.

[@pedrof830]

Henry Rieken Agree, it's much better than the Aveo it replaces and worth spending a bit more to buy it instead of its stablemate, the Spark.

[@AI-qy2mz]

I know someone who bought a used Aveo and he said it was the worst decision of this life lol

[@TheUpstairsGaming]

Do a Nissan maxima

[@azure9886]

My mom and dad bought this car and it is White

[@davidwade7681]

Did it break down yet?

[@2Kriss2Kross]

The sedan is horrid looking. From the rear it looks so tall and skinny and anyone can tell that tiny trunk is an afterthought. Are people that hatchback-phobic they're willing to live with an ugly car with less space?

[@MrRGM10]

i cannot agree with you because i just bought one. and the sedan is a looker on the streets!

[@2Kriss2Kross]

MrRGM10 If you don't mind having a tall and skinny car that lacks the versatility and much better IMO looks of the hatchback then good for you.

[@Trevrz1]

It's not that bad dude.

[@Trevrz1]

Hatches remind me of wagons. Each to their own. this car imo looks cleaner as a sedan.

[@GaryKetchum808]

They should've gave it a less cool name. They should've saved the 'Sonic' name for something, you know.. fast?

[@knowbodiesfull5768]

Teighlour Swyftte If there were a performance version of the Sonic, it would be called the Super Sonic!

[@zacharythomas117]

Gas Cap? 10:00

[@TheSharingan123]

Blindspot mirror lol

[@joshchen9854]

The tail lights are an abomination

[@bubbabuttz]

Apologize now, this is the best thing since sliced bread LTZ BABY

[@MrRGM10]

Aspen Look yeh men u r right , i only bought lt . and its a looker on the street. then i change mags same size

[@Trevrz1]

I've seen much worse on b-seg.

[@TravisCyprien]

I am sorry to say Chevy has lost it completely. Not worth the money. would prefer a Honda Civic better. Only thing good about Chevy is there Trucks even though there too big.

[@nukka200]

I USUALLY REALLY LIKE THIS LIL ASIAN'S REVIEWS. but on this one he pisses me off. his stats are. JUST. WRONG. and this is my car so get it right kid! #1. The gas MPG IS 29/40, 33 mpg combined. its not "average" Its excellent. it's hard to do much better then that with a straight gasoline engine. #2 G.M.'s 1.4 L Turbo engine IS MOST DEFINITELY direct injected. it's top of the line efficient, brand new crafted engine. does not use any old technology what so ever. the turbo is even built directly into the manifold to make it lighter as well as many other features. Anyone who owns a sonic or a cruze - Read about this super efficient engine it's impressive how much technology GM puts into Ecotec: gmauthority.com/blog/gm/gm-engines/luv/

[@ericde677]

I'm pondering getting a 2012 sonic manual sedan turbo 125,000 miles..would you recommend for $5000 ? thanks

[@realtywithseankemp9704]

every car chevy makes fucking blows I see people in cars like these and feel so very sorry for them

[@ctba452]

The sedan version of this car is the ugliest car on the market today in my opinion. The hatchback is ok but the sedan is just hideous.

[@shockhead2009dsi]

I drive the sedan and actually it's rather better looking then some of the other sub compact sedans. But to each their own.

[@Trevrz1]

Seriously? Have you seen the Fiesta??

[@Flipman81]

Both the sedan and hatchback are ugly. Unless it's a sports car, most GM vehicles are kind of bland. I would much rather have a fiesta.

[@jacobmerrifield4587]

it actually has a sunroof? lol

[@Lincolnator721]

Endless money pit

[@davidwade7681]

Yup

[@Lincolnator721]

@@davidwade7681 i know your comment is from 2 years ago but reading the consumer reviews... i was correct. oof. i wanted it to be a decent, reliable economy car because it fits me so well. I'm 6'3" and 202 lbs. I'd get a Toyota or Lexus, maybe even a Honda of the same year but none of their economy cars fit me comfortably. The Camry fits me pretty well though.

[@Dankcatvacs]

the sedan is so ugly where is the hatchback?

[@kevoncrowell8519]

Chevry??????????? WHATTTT

[@MrShawneric]

Drove this car. Looking for car for wife. Liked this best after driving others by Nissan. And Hyundai

[@averyclements1110]

fucking hate the transmission in these cars

[@busdriver4Christ1]

gm has been building crap for the last 15 years

[@ryker-1854]

Times change dude have you seen the new volt, Malibu, spark, camero, Impala, and bolt those are some good lookin cars and the impala and volt are the best in there class.

[@PaulyGuy1]

This car is ugly. Cheap looking plastic all inside

[@chigasaki06]

That's why its a cheap car.

[@JustChillingNahhhhMean]

who buys these craps?

[@JustChillingNahhhhMean]

Pretty expensive for a small car, just saying.

[@pedrof830]

Moby Dick They price it high so people automatically think that it's a well-built, world class as good as anything out there. NOT SO!

[@TeckRandom]

pedrof830 cause you drive them in make them right?

[@Trevrz1]

People who want a solid b-seg. The Fiesta rides like a go-kart. Honda and Toyota= fantastic plastic shit. Rio and Accent are nice but subdued. And it was a global effort by GM... and it's built in Michigan. The only b-seg built in America.

[@Trevrz1]

Moby Dick No.