InsideLine First Drive

[atvman29]

2012 Chevrolet Sonic LTZ First Drive

"If small is the next big thing, then the Sonic is huge."

"...we observed a consistency in this Chevy that Porsche engineers strive to achieve: matched effort in all driver controls."

"Name a category and the Sonic either matches or dominates its competitors."

"...we believe both this segment and sales of the Chevy Sonic are about to explode simultaneously."

 

[RockTheShazbot]

Ugh this article has me more excited for mine..but one thing that stood out is how they said it weighs just under 2500..

 

[SRGilbert]

Ugh this article has me more excited for mine..but one thing that stood out is how they said it weighs just under 2500..

Yep, I know what you mean. I going to try out a Red LT 1.8 auto hatch my local dealer got in tonight. It's not the one I want (holding out for an orange LTZ), but I can't stand it anymore, I HAVE to try one out!

 

[RockTheShazbot]

I liked it but I am sticking with the turbo. Test drove a Cruze and loved how the engine felt. Felt similar to the Celica despite being 40 less HP but the torque is like 20 ft/lbs more because of the turbo.

 

[SRGilbert]

I liked it but I am sticking with the turbo. Test drove a Cruze and loved how the engine felt. Felt similar to the Celica despite being 40 less HP but the torque is like 20 ft/lbs more because of the turbo.

Well, didn't go after all, it's was raining like crazy and just didn't feel like it after work. Going to try again on Saturday.

If the turbo with automatic was available right now, I think it would be a no brainer, but I just don't think I can wait until "spring" whenever that will be.

 

[RockTheShazbot]

Well, didn't go after all, it's was raining like crazy and just didn't feel like it after work. Going to try again on Saturday.

If the turbo with automatic was available right now, I think it would be a no brainer, but I just don't think I can wait until "spring" whenever that will be.

Heh but the 6 speed manual is SO much fun to drive

 

[SRGilbert]

Heh but the 6 speed manual is SO much fun to drive

So I've heard, but I'm just not a manual kind of guy.