Can a Chevy Sonic be flat towed?
No. Chevrolet does not approve flat towing a Sonic (all four wheels on the ground) behind an RV. For towing, use a tow dolly or a full trailer so the Sonic’s drive wheels don’t spin on the road. Always check your exact model year manual and confirm with Chevrolet for the latest guidance.
Official towing guidance
Chevrolet’s published guidance on towing the Sonic across production years generally cautions against flat towing. The recommended method for towing behind a motor home is to transport the Sonic on a tow dolly or on a trailer, ensuring the drive wheels do not rotate while being towed. This approach helps protect the transmission, lubrication system, and steering mechanisms, and reduces the risk of warranty or damage issues.
What this means in practice
Key points to consider when towing a Sonic behind an RV.
- Flat towing (four wheels down) is not approved for the Sonic by Chevrolet/GM.
- Two-wheeled towing with a dolly or a full trailer is the commonly accepted alternative for RV towing.
- Always verify with your owner’s manual and your Chevrolet dealer for your exact year and transmission configuration, as there can be model-year variations.
In short, if you own a Sonic and plan to tow it behind an RV, expect to use a tow dolly or a full trailer rather than four-wheel-down flat towing.
Model-year and drivetrain notes
The Sonic was produced from 2012 to 2019 and came with different transmissions depending on the year and trim. Chevrolet’s towing recommendations have consistently advised against flat towing the Sonic across these years. To avoid assumptions, check the exact owner’s manual for your vehicle and reach out to Chevrolet Customer Care for definitive guidance specific to your VIN.
- Manual transmissions and automatics have different towing considerations, but flat-tow four-down is generally not approved for the Sonic.
- Some years may show subtle differences in towing precautions; the safest path is consulting the official manual for your exact vehicle.
- Third-party guides or forums may offer opinions, but they should not replace the manufacturer’s instructions.
Bottom line: For model-year and drivetrain specifics, rely on the owner’s manual and Chevrolet’s official guidance rather than anecdotal advice.
Summary
Can a Chevy Sonic be flat towed? Generally, no—Chevrolet does not approve flat-towing the Sonic. If you need to tow the vehicle behind an RV, use a tow dolly (two wheels on the dolly) or a full trailer so that the Sonic’s drive wheels do not spin on the road. Always consult the owner's manual for your exact year and contact Chevrolet for the latest guidance before attempting any towed configuration.
