Chevrolet Sonic vs. Chevrolet Aveo
When we compare the Chevrolet Sonic's and the Chevrolet Aveo's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Sonic has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Chevrolet Aveo has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Sonic's and the Chevrolet Aveo's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Chevrolet Sonic vs. Chevrolet Aveo Pricing
A used 2020 Chevrolet Sonic ranges from $13,912 to $20,575 while a used 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is priced between $3,478 to $10,539.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Sonic’s base engine makes 138 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Aveo base engine makes 108 horsepower. The Sonic is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 415 miles. The Aveo is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 420 miles. This gives the Chevrolet Aveo the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Chevrolet Sonic. The Sonic uses regular unleaded, and the Aveo uses gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Chevrolet Sonic has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Chevrolet Aveo has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Chevrolet Sonic has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$13,912 - $20,575
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.4%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$3,478 - $10,539
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Chevrolet Sonic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chevrolet Aveo Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Sonic Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 17Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
13 out of / 17Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 17Ranking
16 out of / 17Ranking
19 out of / 43Ranking
28 out of / 43Ranking
28 out of / 43Ranking
30 out of / 43Ranking
40 out of / 43Chevrolet Aveo Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chevrolet Sonic Trim Levels
Not yet available
Chevrolet Aveo Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
138 hp @ 4900 rpm
Torque:
148 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
108 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
105 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.042 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 34 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
317 / 415 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 420 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
14.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
12.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2857 lbs
Width:
68.3 inches
Height:
59.7 inches
Length:
173.9 inches
Wheelbase:
99.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2568 lbs
Width:
67.3 inches
Height:
59.3 inches
Length:
169.7 inches
Wheelbase:
97.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/60R14
