Used 2019 Chevrolet Sonic
- Price: $13,495
- Mileage: 92,065 miles
- Location: Hermitage, PA
- VIN: 1G1JG6SB5K4140454
Used 2019 Chevrolet Sonic for sale in Hermitage, PA — $13,495, 92,065 miles. The Sonic is a small, solid-feeling commuter car offered as a sedan or a practical hatchback. Buy Here Pay Here financing available. See photos and details, and get pre-approved online.
About the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic
2019 Chevrolet Sonic at a glance
For 2019 Chevrolet dropped the 1.8L and made the 1.4L turbo standard on every Sonic, with the same 138 hp but 148 lb-ft of torque for easier passing; it is rated about 26/34 mpg city/highway with the 6-speed automatic. The lineup is otherwise carried over from the refreshed 2017-2018 car, including CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Engines: 1.4 liter turbo I4 138 hp 148 lb ft
- Transmissions: 6 speed automatic; 6 speed manual availability verify by VIN
- Drivetrain: Front wheel drive
- Body style: 4 door sedan; 5 door hatchback
What changed:
- 1.8 liter engine dropped
- 1.4 liter turbo standard on every trim
- Rated about 26 34 mpg with the automatic
What to inspect: Open recalls by VIN; Exact engine and transmission by VIN; Coolant leaks at water outlet and water pump on 1.4 liter turbo; Pcv valve cover and intake vacuum leaks on 1.4 liter turbo; Oil change records; Infotainment and smartphone integration; Automatic transmission shift quality; Manual clutch engagement if equipped; Suspension and tires; Brakes; Radio and infotainment operation; Maintenance history.
Known issues to check on a 2019 Chevrolet Sonic
- 1.4L Turbo Coolant Leaks (2012–2020)
The 1.4L turbo (optional 2012-2018, standard 2019-2020) is widely reported to develop coolant leaks as it ages, most often at the plastic water outlet or thermostat housing and the water pump. It is a known repair rather than a certain failure, but low coolant can lead to overheating.
What to do: Check the coolant level and look for crusty residue around the engine; documented repairs are a plus. - 1.4L Turbo PCV and Valve Cover Leaks (2012–2020)
On the 1.4L turbo, the crankcase ventilation (PCV) system is built into the valve cover. When it fails it can cause a whistle, rough idle, lean-running codes or oil leaks; the usual fix is a replacement valve cover.
What to do: On a turbo Sonic, listen for a whistle at idle and scan for codes before buying. - Automatic Shift Quality and Manual Clutch Check (2012–2020)
Sonics use a 6-speed automatic or a 5- or 6-speed manual depending on engine and year. High-mileage automatics can develop harsh or delayed shifts, and hard-driven manuals (common on the RS) can show clutch wear.
What to do: Road test cold and warm and ask about transmission or clutch service history. - Sonic Engine and Model Disambiguation (2012–2020)
Both Sonic engines are rated 138 hp, so listings often confuse them. The 1.8L (2012-2018) is non-turbo; the 1.4L turbo has more torque and was standard for 2019-2020. The Sonic replaced the Aveo; the smaller Spark is a separate model, and a newer crossover using the Sonic name in some markets is unrelated to this car.
What to do: Confirm the engine, transmission and body style before comparing prices.
Recall applicability varies by model year, production date, engine, transmission, equipment, and VIN. Check the VIN for current open recalls and completed remedies.
Chevrolet Sonic research: recalls, reliability and buyer's guide