2012 Chevrolet Sonic LTZ Hatchback 4-Door 1.4L (Manual, Turbo, Fully Loaded)

Detailed item info Model OverviewThe Chevrolet Sonic is all-new for 2012. The new subcompact comes loaded with personality. and is available in enough configurations to suit most buyers. For starters. buyers can choose between a 5-door hatchback or 4-door sedan. with LS. LT and LTZ trims available. Two engines power the lineup: a naturally aspirated 1. 8L 4-cylinder is standard and produces 138 hp and 125 ft-lb of torque. while a turbocharged 1. 4-liter 4-cylinder available on LT and LTZ trims puts out the same number of horses. but a healthy 148 ft-lb of torque. Both engines come from the larger Chevy Cruze. and in the smaller. lighter Sonic. they are downright sprightly. The 1. 8L comes paired to a 5-speed manual. while the 1. 4L sends its power through a 6-speed manual. A 6-speed automatic is optional for both engines. The Sonic benefits from an incredibly stiff steel chassis. with MacPherson struts up front and a torsion-beam axle in the rear. Stability control and traction control are standard. but can be switched off. Standard amenities include 15-inch alloy wheels. air conditioning. power locks and keyless entry. as well as a 60/40 split-folding rear seat. LS trim adds heated side mirrors and special exterior appointments. while LTZ trim includes 17-inch wheels. fog lamps. perforated leatherette seating surfaces with heated front seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with stereo controls. cruise control and Bluetooth hands-free connectivity. Many of the features of the LTZ are options in the Connectivity Plus Cruise Package and are available on LT-equipped Sonics. Optional on LTZ cars is a power sunroof. Standard safety features include ten airbags. StabiliTrak electronic stability control with rollover sensor and traction control. 4-wheel anti-lock brakes with electronic brake force distribution and panic assist. OnStar and hill start assist.