The Chevy Sonic is a
known name in the segment of subcompact sedans that has ensured a stable market
for itself since the year it was launched. Now that Chevrolet has released its 2020
edition with some necessary updates, the manufacturer can expect some expansion
in its market as well as some increase in its popularity. But on the other
hand, rumors are there that Chevrolet might decide to discontinue this model
from the nextyear. To know, if the rumor is true, we asked our nearby Gardendale Chevrolet dealer and they didn’t confirm the news as
of now.
With this speculation,
that the current 2020 model year of the Chevrolet Sonic could be the last time
we are seeing its lineup, we felt like having a quick look at this subcompact
sedan and brush up its details.
The Sharp Look
Though the exterior of
the Chevrolet Sonic continues to be the same for the 2020 edition, its overall
appearance still makes a strong impression on the onlookers. Upfront, the front
grille now wears a softer look that reflects an urban taste of the
manufacturer. The sharp looking deep fog light moldings continue the aesthetic
pattern while the automatic headlights in combination with a pair of daytime
running LED lights sprinkle sufficient elements of gorgeousness.
Special Changes for the
2020 Model Year
Even to look at the
2020 model year of Chevrolet Sonic does not look any different from its earlier
versions. The only change in its exterior front is the absence of Orange Burst
Metallic and Shock exterior colorsfrom the2020 color palette. But the most
significant changes are done at the powertrain front, wherein, a 1.4-liter
turbo four-cylinder engineis mated to a six-speed automatic gearbox, as the
only standard power option while, Chevrolet decided to forego the manual transmission
from the lineup of this year.
Power Details
As we have seen
earlier, the same 1.4-liter turbo four-cylinder engine is continuing to power
the 2020 lineup of Chevrolet Sonic, that makes 138 of horsepower and 148 lb-ft
of torque that relay the power to the front wheels with the help of a six-speed
automatic gearbox. Chevrolet has made this power combination as the standard
one throughout the lineup.
Performance
and Handling
With this power option
the 2020 Chevrolet Sonic is now capable of picking a speed of 60 mph from a 0 in
about 8.7 seconds. The engine in combination with its only transmission option,
deliver excellent power responses that make a consistently comfortable ride,
while the drivers are most likely to appreciate its quick and intuitive driving
dynamics. The six-speed automatic transmission does perform a smooth gear shift,
while, the steering, brakes and suspension team up to execute the aim of
ensuring an engaging ride with this near-luxury sedan model from Chevrolet.
The sales team of the Gardendale Chevrolet dealer are however hopeful about a
brighter future of this sedan model series that is now well equipped with the
new age features, while its nimble driving dynamics have enough reasons to
encourage the new drivers to go for this sedan even now.
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