Normally, when clicking play on a Regular Car Review, it’s time to cover the youngsters’ ears and throw a quarter in the inappropriate jar. However, that wasn’t the case with the 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
The Sonic receives a more tame Regular Review treatment, going over specifications, and talking about how the global car has come forward in an ever connected global economy. Why is the Sonic a prime example of this?
It’s a German platform, assembled at the Orion, Michigan plant, with a German designed engine and transmission made in Austria. Oh, and the platform was updated by GM South Korea and GM Australia. Global? Yes, it is.
Overall, the 2013 Sonic walks away relatively unscathed. A solid subcompact with short gearing, and a few hiccups along the way regarding maintenance. Also, we’re shocked to see a base model still came equipped with manual, rolling windows.
Check it out for yourself right up above.
Comments
I bought a brand new 2012 MY Chevy Sonic LTZ Hatchback 1.4L Turbo 6sp manual back in December 2011 and I absolutely love this car! BTW: The 1.4L turbo has a chain timing belt. I haven’t had any major problems and it now has over 55,000 miles and going strong. I would most definitely buy one again as they’re a lot of fun to drive! 😀
Now you can trade it in for the 2017 Chevy Bolt EV which will have even better performance and more fun!