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2012 Chevrolet Sonic MPG & fuel economy

The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is a midsize car offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 32 MPG combined (28 city / 38 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 28 to 32 MPG. Among 50 midsize cars rated for 2012, it ranks 11th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,453 a year to fuel.

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Combined 32 MPG 28 MPG city · 38 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,453 15,000 mi/yr · $9.69 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2012 #11 of 50 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic's fuel average is 13.6 km/L (7.4 L/100 km), or 32 MPG combined: 11.9 km/L in the city and 16.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2811.98.4
Highway3816.26.2
Combined3213.67.4

How it ranks among 2012 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid95 MPGe + 50 MPG $888
  2. 2Nissan Leaf99 MPGe $918
  3. 3Toyota Prius48 MPG $969
  4. 4Toyota Camry Hybrid40 MPG $1,162
  5. 5Ford Fusion Hybrid38 MPG $1,224
  6. 11Chevrolet Sonic32 MPG $1,453
  7. 50Ferrari FF13 MPG $4,558
2012 SonicOther midsize carsClass median: $1,980/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Sonic MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 1.4L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
Sonic 5		 Gas 28 MPG 38 MPG 32 MPG — $1,453
FWD · 1.4L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
Sonic		 Gas 27 MPG 36 MPG 30 MPG — $1,550
FWD · 1.8L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Sonic 5		 Gas 26 MPG 34 MPG 29 MPG — $1,603
FWD · 1.8L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic
Sonic 5		 Gas 24 MPG 34 MPG 28 MPG — $1,661

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
1.4L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
6-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
91 cu ft
Cargo volume
19 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
278 g/mi

2012 Chevrolet Sonic vs. rivals

vs Hyundai Elantra 32 MPG · $1,453/yr Same fuel cost vs Nissan Sentra 29 MPG · $1,603/yr Sonic saves $150/yr vs Buick Regal Hybrid 28 MPG · $1,661/yr Sonic saves $208/yr vs Buick LaCrosse Hybrid 28 MPG · $1,661/yr Sonic saves $208/yr vs Volkswagen Passat Diesel 34 MPG · $1,632/yr Sonic saves $179/yr vs Kia Optima Hybrid 36 MPG · $1,292/yr Optima Hybrid saves $161/yr vs Nissan Leaf 99 MPGe · $918/yr Leaf saves $535/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic?

Up to 32 MPG combined (28 city / 38 highway); ratings range from 28 to 32 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic?

The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic's fuel average is 13.6 km/L (7.4 L/100 km), or 32 MPG combined: 11.9 km/L in the city and 16.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic per year?

About $1,453 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $9.69 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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