(June 17, 2011) DETROIT —Chevrolet announced today that the sub-compact 2012 Sonic, which replaces the Aveo in the Chevy lineup, will start at $14,495 including destination.

Chevrolet says that the Sonic comes with the most standard safety equipment in the sub-compact class, including 10 air bags. Air conditioning, power door locks, remote keyless entry and 15-inch alloy wheels also are standard. 



The Sonic is expected to deliver 40 mpg highway with class-leading acceleration when paired with the 1.4-liter turbo and six-speed manual transmission.

The Sonic is offered in two body styles: a four-door sedan and a five-door hatchback.

"Sonic shares the spirit of Chevrolets like the Corvette by delivering athletic and agile performance," said Rick Scheidt, vice president of Chevrolet marketing. "Today's customers have high expectations for small cars. Sonic comes with an unexpected level of standard equipment so that every customer will have comforts and amenities they desire."

Production of the Sonic begins this fall at the General Motors Orion Assembly Center in Michigan, which received a $545-million investment in upgrades and retooling, and will help restore approximately 1,000 jobs in the metropolitan Detroit area.