Chevrolet Sonic vs. Dodge Dart
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Sonic and Dodge Dart contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Chevrolet Sonic and the Dodge Dart.
When comparing the Chevrolet Sonic's and the Dodge Dart's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Sonic has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Dodge Dart has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Sonic's and the Dodge Dart's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2016 Chevrolet Sonic ranges from $5,497 to $13,965 while a used 2016 Dodge Dart is priced between $5,993 to $14,957.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chevrolet Sonic’s base engine makes 138 horsepower, and the Dodge Dart base engine makes 160 horsepower. The Sonic is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 427 miles. The Dart is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 511 miles.This gives the Chevrolet Sonic the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Dodge Dart the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Dodge Dart has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Chevrolet Sonic, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: The Chevrolet Sonic has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$14,345
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)
$17,208
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$11,990 - $25,950
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$16,995
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Cars)
$19,416
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Cars)
$15,990 - $35,650
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$9,208
Price Range:
$5,497 - $13,965
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)
$11,815
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$9,208 - $19,544
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
153
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
98,617
# Good or Great Deals:
58
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$10,035
Price Range:
$5,993 - $14,957
Category Avg Price:
(Compact Cars)
$13,577
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Cars)
$10,035 - $24,151
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
164
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
101,888
# Good or Great Deals:
68
Chevrolet Sonic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Dodge Dart Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Sonic
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
0.9
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact Cars)
2.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
0.9 - 5.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.8%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Dart
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
1.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact Cars)
2.5
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact Cars)
1 - 6.5
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
2.3%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
0.9 - 4.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
3.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
0.6 - 9.8
Chevrolet Sonic Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
21 out of / 43Ranking
22 out of / 43Ranking
22 out of / 43Ranking
28 out of / 43Ranking
30 out of / 43Ranking
34 out of / 43Dodge Dart Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Chevrolet Sonic Trim Levels
Not yet available
Dodge Dart Trim Levels
Aero, GT, GT Sport, GT Sport Blacktop, Limited, SE, SXT, SXT Sport, SXT Sport Blacktop, SXT Sport Rallye, Turbo
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 / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
138 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
125 foot-lbs @ 3800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
148 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
317 / 427 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 36 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
355 / 511 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
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 Features
Backup camera:
Available
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:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2733 lbs
Width:
68.3 inches
Height:
59.7 inches
Length:
173.1 inches
Wheelbase:
99.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3122 lbs
Width:
72 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
183.9 inches
Wheelbase:
106.4 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:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
205/55R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Mosaic Black Metallic
Blue
Blue Velvet Metallic
Gray
Nightfall Gray Metallic
Red
Red Hot
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Summit White
Exterior Colors
Black
Pitch Black Clear Coat
Blue
Laser Blue Pearl Coat
Gray
Not available
Red
TorRed Clear Coat
Silver
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Interior Colors
Black
Black