Chevy Sonic!

[AG4]

features na wala sa sonic meron sa iba:

lancer ex - touchscreen that can play movies
accent 1.6 - blue pack (fuel efficiency package)
city - hill hold assist, telescopic steering wheel, rear disc break
fiesta - hill hold assist

Lancer EX 1.6: 8 inch LCD monitor with touch screen interface, rear disc brakes
Fiesta 1.6 Powershift: Hill Hold & Hill launch Assist, ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Voice Control.

[kelanen]

Sir jun automatic ba yung sonic nyo? Kamusta yung paddle shifters?

[jun1978]

Sir jun automatic ba yung sonic nyo? Kamusta yung paddle shifters?

Hi Kelanen,

Sorry I haven't fully tested yet yung manual shifters nya. Try ko sa weekend since we're planning to go somewhere South.

[jun1978]

features na wala sa sonic meron sa iba:

lancer ex - touchscreen that can play movies
accent 1.6 - blue pack (fuel efficiency package)
city - hill hold assist, telescopic steering wheel, rear disc break
fiesta - hill hold assist

at mukhang lahat sila mas mabilis ang acceleration :-)

May hill hold assist din c Sonic. "Hill start assist" tawag sa manual. the brakes remain applied for approx 2 secs after releasing it and depressing the accelerator pedal. Haven't tested it yet though.

These links might interest you:
Head 2 Head Chevrolet Sonic vs Ford Fiesta vs Honda Fit vs Kia Rio Comparison | David Stanley Chevrolet of Norman | Oklahoma City, Ok
2012 Chevrolet Sonic vs., 2011 Honda Fit, 2012 Hyundai Accent, 2012 Kia Rio5, 2012 Nissan Versa, 2012 Toyota Yaris - Comparison Test - Car and Driver
2012 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic vs. 2012 Honda Fit

Though the Sonic variant being reviewed in the links may not be the exact variant dito sa pinas, pero at least it give us more or less an idea on how it stands against its counterparts.

Anyways, whatever there is or isn't in sonic, happy na ko dito. dapat lng, nabili na namin e. Hehe! pero so far, talagang enjoy kmi dito. Hope you'll eventually buy what you really want. Good luck!

[AG4]

Though the Sonic variant being reviewed in the links may not be the exact variant dito sa pinas, pero at least it give us more or less an idea on how it stands against its counterparts.

Its hard to use those American tests as a basis for comparison since the USDM Sonics have much more powerful engines to pull its heavy weight (base USDM model has a 135hp 1.8L engine, optional engine is a 138hp 1.4 turbo), in the Philippines, the Sonic is only available with a 99hp 1.4 liter engine.

On the bright side, the good points of the car are the practical ones...

Good
Smooth ride
Excellent economy
Roomy interior
Fine value for money

Bad
Unimpressive interior plastics
Relatively heavy
A touch dull to drive

Read More: Chevrolet Aveo review - verdict | Autocar

[jun1978]

Its hard to use those American tests as a basis for comparison since the USDM Sonics have much more powerful engines to pull its heavy weight (base USDM model has a 135hp 1.8L engine, optional engine is a 138hp 1.4 turbo), in the Philippines, the Sonic is only available with a 99hp 1.4 liter engine.

On the bright side, the good points of the car are the practical ones...


Read More: Chevrolet Aveo review - verdict | Autocar

Thanks AG4! Didn't know that it's still called Aveo in other parts of the world.

Anyway, to those who have yet to decide, here are some more reviews I have found in the net; this time referring to the variant we have here in the Philippines:
- Malaya Business News Online - Philippine Business News | Online News Philippines - Fascinating Chevy Sonic
- 2012 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan LTZ M/T - Honest Car Reviews Philippines
- Review: Chevrolet Sonic 1.4L AT 4-door sedan - Drives | TopGear.com.ph

Hope it helps.

[AG4]

At the end, the most important thing to do before one buys a car is to test drive the potential choices back-to-back.

[kelanen]

Is it true that chevrolet will release a new Sonic by midyear? I read that it would have a 1.6L engine and 115hp.

[roycruz]

Is it true that chevrolet will release a new Sonic by midyear? I read that it would have a 1.6L engine and 115hp.

Namention sa special issue ng topgear though di nakalagay kung both sedan and hatchback. Ang taas din ng estimated price.

[kelanen]

Yup dun ko din nabasa. Though i do not know how reliable the information is.