How many miles per gallon does a 1.4 Turbo Sonic get?
The 2023 Chevrolet Sonic with the 1.4-liter turbocharged engine is rated to achieve an estimated 28 miles per gallon (mpg) in the city and 37 mpg on the highway, for a combined fuel economy of 32 mpg.
Detailed Fuel Economy Breakdown
The 2023 Chevrolet Sonic 1.4 Turbo is powered by a 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 138 horsepower and 148 lb-ft of torque. This engine is paired with a standard six-speed manual transmission or an available six-speed automatic transmission.
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) fuel economy ratings:
- City Fuel Economy: 28 mpg
- Highway Fuel Economy: 37 mpg
- Combined Fuel Economy: 32 mpg
These fuel economy figures are for the Sonic 1.4 Turbo with the standard six-speed manual transmission. Models equipped with the optional six-speed automatic transmission are rated at 26 mpg city, 34 mpg highway, and 29 mpg combined.
Factors Affecting Fuel Economy
Several factors can impact the real-world fuel economy of the Chevrolet Sonic 1.4 Turbo, including driving conditions, driving style, vehicle load, and maintenance. Aggressive acceleration, high-speed driving, and carrying heavy loads can all reduce the Sonic's fuel efficiency. Proper tire inflation, regular maintenance, and moderate driving habits can help maximize the Sonic's fuel economy.
Overall, the 2023 Chevrolet Sonic 1.4 Turbo delivers competitive fuel economy ratings for a subcompact car, with an EPA-estimated combined fuel economy of 32 mpg for the manual transmission model.
How long will a Chevy Sonic engine last?
The Chevrolet Sonic, which saw its production end in 2020, is known for its durability, with many models reaching up to 200,000 miles. Depending on your annual mileage, this could translate to a lifespan of 10-20 years.
Does a turbo increase miles per gallon?
Compared to naturally aspirated engines, turbocharged ones can increase fuel efficiency by up to 10%. Also, turbochargers produce higher power than naturally aspirated engines. Moreover, turbocharged engines have better efficiency when driving with higher RPMs and heavy loads.
How many miles per gallon does a 2012 Sonic Turbo get?
29/40 mpg
The Sonic's 1.8-liter engine is expected to be the big seller, and it's rated 26/35 mpg city/highway with the five-speed manual transmission and 25/35 mpg with the available six-speed automatic. Optional turbocharged models rate a more respectable 29/40 mpg.
Are Chevy Sonics good on gas?
While the EPA estimates that the Sonic will return 34 mpg on the highway, we managed just 31 mpg in our 200-mile highway fuel economy test; for comparison, the Rio managed 43 mpg and the Fit got 41 mpg when equipped with a manual transmission.
