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3.3 gal/100mi | |||||||
366 miles | |||||||
Average based on 1 vehicle 31.0 MPG | |||||||
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$1,950 | |||||||
$3.26 | |||||||
$48 | |||||||
12.2 gallons | |||||||
*Based on 45% highway, 55% city driving, 15,000 annual miles and current fuel prices. Personalize. MSRP and tank size data provided by Edmunds.com, Inc. Range on a tank and refueling costs assume 100% of fuel in tank will be used before refueling. |
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9.9 barrels |
296 grams per mile |
*Based on 45% highway, 55% city driving, 15,000 annual miles and current fuel prices. Personalize. |
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How reliable is a Chevy Sonic?
A friend of mine is selling his old car and I’ve been thinking about asking to buy it, but I want to be absolutely sure that it’s the right car for me first so I don’t have to back out. Is the Chevy Sonic a good car?
The Chevy Sonic has a decent reliability rating, even though it falls lower in the ranks when compared to other subcompact cars on the market. They can last for 200,000 miles or longer, so the mileage of your friend’s car will help you determine how reliable it will be for you.
Typically, newer cars are more reliable. If your friend’s Sonic is pretty new, it will last for much longer than a car that’s been around the block a few (thousand) times. The most common problems with older Chevy Sonics include:
- Faulty electrical systems
- Issues with the powertrain
- Problems with the seats
If you know that your friend’s car isn’t facing these problems, it might be worth asking him about pricing!
If you do decide to buy your friend’s old vehicle, you’ll need a good car insurance policy in place to keep you protected. Check out the Jerry app to find the best rates available on the coverage you need. It’s a quick, easy, and cost-effective way to shop for insurance.
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