2014 Chevrolet Sonic consumer reviews

$14,170–$15,780 MSRP range

side view of 2014 Sonic Chevrolet

82% of drivers recommend this car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

  • Comfort 4.3
  • Interior design 4.4
  • Performance 4.2
  • Value for the money 4.3
  • Exterior styling 4.4
  • Reliability 4.0

Served its purpose. Sonic 2014 LT 1.8

This car served its purpose for basic daily routines. Drive to and from work, and grocery and shopping. Realiability??? Cannot guarantee. Purchase in 2020 with 71,000 mileage. May 2021 mileage was 77,000 engine light on. OBDII showed error codes. Changed thermostat $375.00. Engine light still on. Temperature while on part without AC on was 230. Changed throttle and radiator fan. Spent $950 for parts only. Engine light still on. In shop now. Changed intake manifold. Spent $950 labor & parts. Engine Light was gone but engine temperature is still 230. We paid $7500.00 for this car. Can someone tell me what is wrong with this car? Can't afford to purchase another car for now with only one person working in our household.

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Worst car I've owned

February 24, 2021

By BSSonic from Craigsville, VA

Owns this car

Absolutely hate it. I bought it used, but I have had so many issues with it since. Transmission hoses busted, obviously you can't check transmission fluid in a closed system, so my transmission went out. I was on the interstate in freezing temperatures with my toddler an hour from home when it happened. I'm unsure if it's because of that or the fact that my traction control stays on. Since we replaced the transmission, the same xxxx thing is happening and it just throws the code for TCM, which was ALSO replaced. Also had to replace the ball joints. Now the engine light, traction control light, and tire pressure lights are all on. The gas gauge and odometer aren't working and no one has a single idea as to why. Worst car I've EVER owned.

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EXACTLY THE TYPE OF CAR I WAS LOOKING FOR

January 2, 2021

By DommyD from Fort Gratiot, MI

Owns this car

This car was everything I wanted and needed. Its compact and comfortable to drive. I'm glad I got the car and I plan to take a lot of relaxing drives.

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This was my first car in my life and I enjoy it.

December 8, 2020

By Sports fun

Owns this car

This car surprised me, I thought it would be very hard for me to take care of it but I like it's fuel consumption enough room and big boot.

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The most wonderful and reliable car.

October 21, 2020

By Jackson from Gainesville FL

Owns this car

It is perfect for daily use. It saves gas compaired with other cars, which is quite prefered by my friends. The car is quite reliable. I had a comfortable driving to Orlando.

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Least Reliable car I've ever owned

July 31, 2020

By K Sonic from St. Louis, MO

Owns this car

Lots of problems. Constant leaking valves, turbo failed at 120K miles and ruined the catalytic converter. $3K estimated repair bill on a car that is only worth $2K at just 120K mostly highway miles. I'm the only owner and take meticulous care of my cars. Unfortunately, the interior and exterior look amazing still - the engine is the lemon on this car.

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Hate this piece of xxxx

June 14, 2020

By Mary123 from TELFORD

Owns this car

It's literally in the shop every month I feel like. In actually getting it looked at again on Monday cause the check engine light is on and there's a clicking noise after I turn off my car. Smh I can't wait to never own a Chevy again

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i like the car but ive had a lot of issues with it

June 13, 2020

By judy mills from east point ky 41216

Owns this car

this car has 4 recalls which i cannot feel safe driving it .all the time ive had it in the chev grarge quite a lot but not much done cause they say there not any recal

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Best car I have owned. No problems. Good on gas

May 24, 2020

By Flygirl62 from Forest Lake Minnesota

Owns this car

Up to 38 on highway. Never had issue with this car. Tires a year old. Very clean inside. Sunroof drives smooth. Turbo leather seats. Heated in front

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What a beautiful car, perfect first car for a kid.

May 9, 2020

By Ben from King of Prussia, PA

Owns this car

Everything about it is fantastic, it handles beautifully and looks really nice. Great on gas, great pickup and most of all my daughter loves it.

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