Chevrolet most recently updated and refreshed its subcompact Sonic, which holds the sedan and hatchback. The 2017 Chevrolet Sonic received modest styling tweaks, and new interior features, but other than that, it will be the same old song and dance for the next few years.
According to Automotive News, the next-generation Chevrolet Sonic isn’t happening any time soon. The subcompact sedan and hatchback have clearly been put on the back burner in favor of a crossover-palooza. Hence, a clean sheet overhaul of the Sonic isn’t expected until at least 2020, possibly even 2021, according to sources.
That would mean another four to five years with the current, first-generation Chevrolet Sonic, which basically dates back to the 2011 introduction of the nameplate, which replaced the Aveo.
But, the industry is a funny thing. Should gasoline prices climb again, you can bet that an emphasis on smaller cars will return.
Related Information & Reporting
- 2012 Chevrolet Sonic (introduction of first-gen model)
- 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
- 2014 Chevrolet Sonic
- 2015 Chevrolet Sonic
- 2016 Chevrolet Sonic
- 2017 Chevrolet Sonic (mid-cycle refresh of first-gen model)
- 2018 Chevrolet Sonic
- 2019 Chevrolet Sonic
- 2020 Chevrolet Sonic (predicted introduction of second-gen model)
- Next Chevrolet Sonic
Comments
Imagine a few pounds removed from this vehicle and the LFV 1.5 Turbo from the Malibu. I drive a Sonic, it’s decent, and it is actually really close to being a good car.
It just needs the Buick Encore’s seats, right off of its Gamma twin. This is the company that kept W-Body going for 25 years.
It’s not like there’s any need for a rush. The 2017 facelift is only just now happening. And it isn’t a full redesign, but it’s more than enough for a few years’ more. The Sonic is in good shape, anyway; it has good fuel economy, good performance, good suspension, good safety, good cabin, good customization, good build quality… And though its turbo is better at those things, even its base engine that a lot of people buy is real-world solid. The Sonic’s way ahead of the old views on small economy cars. And it doesn’t have some of the ridiculousness that a lot of its competitors do, too, which is a nice perk. It’s balanced, and well-refined.
Sure, a redesign will have to happen some day, and it’ll probably be more good than not when it does, but for now, the Sonic is already a pretty sharp choice for transportation. I think they’ve got things mostly well-planned with this one. It’s not hard to see why there are so many Sonics seemingly everywhere… And the redesign will probably be more interesting when it’s been a few years, anyway.
I just bought a 20017 Sonic LT RS . Pick it up at the end of the week. I had a very difficult time choosing a color. The reason, is that the RS Cloth seats have a weird red pattern. No matter what color car you order,you get the red seats even on the orange and green vehicles. My first choice was orange but I couldn’t live with an orange vehicle with red seats. I ended up choosing Nightfall Grey metallic . It is the same color as my 2017 50th anniversary Camaro RS and it looks great with red seats. I think I’m going to like this vehicle. My 2009 Pontiac Vibe has had huge repair bills as it grows older. I figured I am better off with a new car instead of buying another used car. Chevy offered a 20% discount on sticker. I get a new car for about a couple of thousand dollars with everything new and new car warranty for 3 years.