it has the 1.8 in it and flys down the hiway, lots of headroom and trunkroom too...if anyone else has a cruze or sonic how have they run for you? any ideas when to change the FF? i am at least going 3k...it is nice to see big 3 back on their feet again, i think this sonic will be highly competitive with any asian subcompact...the new dodge dart looks awesome
just bought a 2012 sonic
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The Chevy Sonic has me more impressed than any other offering from GM. I know that sounds counter intuitive, but good reliable fun to drive economy cars are the future for most US consumers.
But, you didn't get the turbo??? NOOOOOOO!
Anyway, congrats! If I was in the market, a Sonic would be top 3.
But, you didn't get the turbo??? NOOOOOOO!
Anyway, congrats! If I was in the market, a Sonic would be top 3.
I always liked the body style of the Aveo5,which is now the Sonic (but with a different engine, the same engine as the Cruze). The only complaint I have is price. I was a GM salesman for three and a half years. I sold a new Aveo 5 stripped down model for $8k in the fall of 2009. Shortly thereafter, the body style was updated somewhat and the same vehicle retailed for $12k. To me, this was just GM taking advantage of rising fuel prices. GM no longer offers a low priced economy car. I won't debate the merits of the Sonic, but for not much more, one can have a Cruze Eco. The Cruze Eco is a much better buy IMO. I would really like to see GM get back into the economy car segment with an auto priced in the $8k-$9k range,which is where the Sonic should be priced.
The Sonic has earned some very high marks in comparison testing and reviews I've read...except for the price. GM did a GREAT job on this car but has it priced higher than some mid-sizers. Still, have you priced used cars lately? I think the best deals out there right now are on year old models with 10,000-20,000 miles.
Originally Posted By: oilmaven
The Sonic has earned some very high marks in comparison testing and reviews I've read...except for the price. GM did a GREAT job on this car but has it priced higher than some mid-sizers. Still, have you priced used cars lately? I think the best deals out there right now are on year old models with 10,000-20,000 miles.
Hopefully, GM will offer decent discounts/rebates/customer loyality discounts on their cars.
The Sonic has earned some very high marks in comparison testing and reviews I've read...except for the price. GM did a GREAT job on this car but has it priced higher than some mid-sizers. Still, have you priced used cars lately? I think the best deals out there right now are on year old models with 10,000-20,000 miles.
Hopefully, GM will offer decent discounts/rebates/customer loyality discounts on their cars.
I have 1,700 miles on my 2012 Cruze in the 2 weeks since I bought it. Great car so far. I have the 1.4l turbo. I seriously considered the Sonic. I wanted the 1.4 engine with the auto trans but that wasn't available yet. Also, inventory of the Sonics I my area was somewhat limited. The dealers were offering better discounts on the Cruze. When I took equipment levels and discounts into account, the Cruze came out to nearly the same price.
If I have been in the market a few months from now, I probably would have gone for the Sonic. Best of luck with your new ride.
If I have been in the market a few months from now, I probably would have gone for the Sonic. Best of luck with your new ride.
Originally Posted By: Cutehumor
good buy when gas goes to $4/gallon this summer
We're hearing on our local news that the gas prices this summer could reach $5/gal. We'll all be driving Sonics' when that happens!
good buy when gas goes to $4/gallon this summer
We're hearing on our local news that the gas prices this summer could reach $5/gal. We'll all be driving Sonics' when that happens!
Unfortunately for those of us who run trucks for our dollars the idea of 5 dollar gas is a bit terrifying!
Nice choice! I looked at the sonic the other day when I was in the dealer, and I thought it was excellent. Granted I didn't drive one, but still. The 1.8L isn't supposed to be so bad in the Sonic, but it does have a timing belt that will need changed eventually, but that's not much of a big deal really. Pics!
Also, my cruze is going great. Other than the TCM update, which was voluntary and extremely minor, I'm more than satisfied. I average 28-30 mpg on premium, and highway between 32-36 depending on how fast I'm going, and other factors.
Also, my cruze is going great. Other than the TCM update, which was voluntary and extremely minor, I'm more than satisfied. I average 28-30 mpg on premium, and highway between 32-36 depending on how fast I'm going, and other factors.
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Just got 50 mpg highway in my Cruze Eco between Buffalo, NY and Springfield, MA. It was 55 mpg before I hit some nasty snow between Albany and Springfield. 375 miles on about 7.5 gallons of fuel. I set the cruise control at 62 mph and let it run. The car still has over 1/4 tank left, lol! (PS, it's a 12 gallon tank)
Congrats on the Sonic purchase! Enjoy it, and we'd love to see pictures! When I got my Cruze, the Sonic was not yet available.
Congrats on the Sonic purchase! Enjoy it, and we'd love to see pictures! When I got my Cruze, the Sonic was not yet available.
I like the look of it.
http://www.holden.com.au/vehicles/barina/range/features
I am seriously considering cruze or other GMH vehicles next time.
http://www.holden.com.au/vehicles/barina/range/features
I am seriously considering cruze or other GMH vehicles next time.
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Originally Posted By: SteveSRT8
Unfortunately for those of us who run trucks for our dollars the idea of 5 dollar gas is a bit terrifying!
+1!
Indeed!
Originally Posted By: sciphi
Just got 50 mpg highway in my Cruze Eco between Buffalo, NY and Springfield, MA. It was 55 mpg before I hit some nasty snow between Albany and Springfield. 375 miles on about 7.5 gallons of fuel. I set the cruise control at 62 mph and let it run. The car still has over 1/4 tank left, lol! (PS, it's a 12 gallon tank)
Congrats on the Sonic purchase! Enjoy it, and we'd love to see pictures! When I got my Cruze, the Sonic was not yet available.
Nice run Sciphi!
Originally Posted By: SteveSRT8
Unfortunately for those of us who run trucks for our dollars the idea of 5 dollar gas is a bit terrifying!
+1!
Indeed!
Originally Posted By: sciphi
Just got 50 mpg highway in my Cruze Eco between Buffalo, NY and Springfield, MA. It was 55 mpg before I hit some nasty snow between Albany and Springfield. 375 miles on about 7.5 gallons of fuel. I set the cruise control at 62 mph and let it run. The car still has over 1/4 tank left, lol! (PS, it's a 12 gallon tank)
Congrats on the Sonic purchase! Enjoy it, and we'd love to see pictures! When I got my Cruze, the Sonic was not yet available.
Nice run Sciphi!
just wondering why you didn't get the 1.4t? was it because of the price? that is an all-around better engine than the 1.8
I was in Orlando over the weekend and saw a few Sonics on the road. They look much better in person than in a magazine or web photo.
I think with gas prices an econobox is the right car for many that don't 'need' a 6000 Lb vehicle.
I think with gas prices an econobox is the right car for many that don't 'need' a 6000 Lb vehicle.
Originally Posted By: jmsjags
just wondering why you didn't get the 1.4t? was it because of the price? that is an all-around better engine than the 1.8
He might have wanted the auto, which right now is only available with the 1.8.
just wondering why you didn't get the 1.4t? was it because of the price? that is an all-around better engine than the 1.8
He might have wanted the auto, which right now is only available with the 1.8.
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