Chevrolet Sonic performance summary
The 2020 Chevrolet Sonic makes 138 hp and 200 Nm of torque. It runs 0-100 km/h in 8.5s, about 8.0s from 0-60 mph, and reaches a listed top speed of 118 mph (190 km/h). In the Carspeed quarter-mile simulation, it covers 402 m in 16.27s.
On Carspeed's data it is relaxed — quicker off the line than 26% of the cars in our database, with more power than 16% of them and a higher top speed than 27%. That works out to roughly 121 per horsepower at list price.
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How the Chevrolet Sonic ranks against 1,483 cars
Chevrolet Sonic vs its closest rivals
| Car | HP | 0–100 | Top speed | 1/4 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Sonic | 138 | 8.5s | 190 km/h | 16.27s |
| Mazda Astina | 140 | 8.5s | 190 km/h | 16.27s |
| Mazda MX-3 | 130 | 8.5s | 190 km/h | 16.27s |
| Mazda Cronos | 160 | 8.5s | 190 km/h | 16.27s |
| Mazda RX-2 | 130 | 8.5s | 185 km/h | 16.29s |
| Toyota Celica | 140 | 8.5s | 200 km/h | 16.24s |
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Chevrolet Sonic FAQ
What is the Chevrolet Sonic 0-60 mph time?
The Chevrolet Sonic does 0-60 mph in about 8.0s, based on its 8.5s 0-100 km/h figure.
What is the top speed of the Chevrolet Sonic?
The listed top speed is 118 mph, or 190 km/h.
How much horsepower does the Chevrolet Sonic have?
The Chevrolet Sonic is listed at 138 hp with 200 Nm of torque.
What is the Chevrolet Sonic quarter-mile time?
Carspeed estimates the Chevrolet Sonic quarter-mile at 16.27s over 402 m using its published performance data.
What cars are similar to the Chevrolet Sonic?
Similar performance rivals include Mazda Astina, Mazda MX-3, Mazda Cronos.