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Chevrolet Introduces Two New Sedans to Sonic Family
Emphasizes brand’s commitment to growing subcompact segment
General Motors

November 21, 2013

LOS ANGELES – Chevrolet today announced two new sedan options to the Sonic lineup in 2014 – the performance-inspired RS and the stylish Dusk – further demonstrating the brand’s commitment to the subcompact segment and to offering younger buyers expressive options at affordable prices.

The suggested retail price for the 2014 Sonic RS sedan starts at $20,530 including $825 destination. Sonic Dusk starts at $20,945 including destination. Title and license fees are extra.

“Keeping the Sonic lineup fresh and offering consumers more choice is a priority for Chevrolet,” said Cristi Landy, marketing director for Chevrolet small cars. “The Sonic RS and Dusk sedans offer all of the great attributes that have made the Sonic a popular choice in the subcompact segment and they add performance and design cues.”

Sonic RS sedan

The performance-inspired Sonic RS sedan joins the RS hatchback in the lineup and is powered by the Ecotec 1.4L turbo engine rated at 138 horsepower (103 kW) and 148 lb-ft of torque (200 Nm). Unique transmission gearing in the six-speed manual, or a 3.53 final drive ratio for automatic-equipped models, along with a sport-tuned suspension and lowered ride height, enhances the car’s performance feel.

One of the most dramatic Sonic RS cues is its front fascia, which has a deep air dam design that enhances the car’s road-hugging stance. Vertical intakes at the edges of the fascia reinforce a wide, low proportion and house the fog lamps. Interior refinements include:

• Aluminum sport pedals
• A sport three-spoke, leather-wrapped steering wheel with contrasting stitching, and a racing-inspired flat-bottom design
• Leather-appointed front bucket seats with red RS accents to the sportier appearance.

EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings are the same as the Sonic RS hatchback – 27 mpg city and 34 mpg highway with the manual transmission.

The Sonic RS sedan will initially be available in three color combinations: Black Granite Metallic, Silver Ice Metallic or Summit White, all with Jet Black leather-appointed interiors.

Sonic Dusk

The Sonic Dusk sedan, first shown as a concept at the 2011 SEMA Show, brings sophistication and style to the subcompact market. Unique exterior appointments include a ground effects package, rear spoiler, 18-inch aluminum wheels with a Midnight Silver matte finish and four-wheel disc brakes – unique to Dusk and RS.

The Sonic Dusk comes exclusively in Ashen Grey Metallic, with a distinctive matte appearance on the upper and lower grilles, door handle inserts and rear license plate trim. Stainless steel lower window moldings add an upscale accent to the body. Inside are Jet Black leather-trimmed seats with sueded microfiber accents and Mojave tan inserts.

Sonic Dusk is powered by the Ecotec 1.4L turbocharged engine, rated at 138 horsepower (103 kW) and matched with six-speed manual and automatic transmissions. EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings are 29 mpg city and 40 mpg highway, with the manual transmission.

Also new in 2014, Chevrolet is introducing performance parts that enhance Sonic’s handling, braking and performance. The Chevrolet Performance parts include

• 1.4L Turbo Stage Kit with high-flow exhaust boosting the car up 10 horsepower and 15 lb-ft of torque
• Cold-air induction
• Suspension kit with lowered ride height
• Brake package with Wilwood front calipers
• 18-inch wheel-and-tire package.

These parts join appearance accessories announced in 2013.

Both models go on sale in spring 2014 and will be manufactured at Orion Assembly in Michigan. Sonic is the only subcompact assembled in America.

The Chevrolet Sonic and Spark are the first vehicles to offer Siri Eyes Free integration. Through the cars' available Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system, customers with a compatible iPhone* running iOS6 or iOS7 can direct Siri to perform a number of tasks while they safely keep their eyes on the road and their hands on the wheel.

Also, the available BringGo navigation app, the most affordable navigation system in its class, offers easy-to-use features that included 3-D maps with lane suggestions, live traffic data, and more.

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[ssrs2lt]

ugly horrible cars..

[376LS3]

Why does there have to be a "performance" model. Its 138hp. There is no performance. People dont buy cars like this to take to the track. They drive them to work....SMH.

[FenwickHockey65]

Originally Posted by 376LS3

Why does there have to be a "performance" model. Its 138hp. There is no performance. People dont buy cars like this to take to the track. They drive them to work....SMH.

Same reason there's a Camaro RS and Cruze RS. It's an appearance package for the most part.

[Silverlsinva]

This is great now I can always see what most some sonic owners will do is try and get those Dusks wheels on their Rs models. But its great that Gm is committed to the subcompact arena and keeps improving and changing the sonic trims. And that now it has a Stage kit and cold air intake parts. Very cool but why only three colors on the Rs sedan I could have swore on the Hatchback there are like 5 choices with White diamond tricoat being offered on the Rs trim hatch.

[dkp2LT]

I like them. Haven't driven one but I think they're pretty sharp.

[05stram]

what I see in this announcement is the beauty that GM is starting to allow performance parts to be sold and keep the warranty again. I see this as a start that could possibly expand to other models. This car is nice for those who want to budget build and have something nice and customizable without the fear of warranty issues.

[The_Blur]

Originally Posted by 376LS3

Why does there have to be a "performance" model. Its 138hp. There is no performance. People dont buy cars like this to take to the track. They drive them to work....SMH.

Yes, everyone interested in any form of performance must be interested only in vehicles with at least 400 horsepower, large displacement engines, and RWD. There are no lower performance models produced by anyone on the market.

I want to see a Sonic SS powered by a 2.0L turbo. Come at me, haters!

[midnighter]

They look cute.

[Number 3]

Originally Posted by The_Blur

Yes, everyone interested in any form of performance must be interested only in vehicles with at least 400 horsepower, large displacement engines, and RWD. There are no lower performance models produced by anyone on the market.

I want to see a Sonic SS powered by a 2.0L turbo. Come at me, haters!

You'll see that after you see a Cruze SS with the 2.0L Turbo..................which I don't think we'll see. I'd be happy with the 1.6L Turbo from Europe.

[Silverlsinva]

You know the Fiesta ST has 197hp but you can compare the Rs to it since its more a appearance package so I do hope Gm has something they are working on to match or beat the ST in both hp and handling but not for too much more price cause the ST is quite close the Rs in pricing I think what 2k more than the Rs

[Jay_LHD3]

Normally I favor the hatches more than the sedans in the little car department. But on this, I think I like the look of the sedans better. Something just looks off in the hatch version.





Maybe if the top/back of the car tapered in more like this.

[Overflow]

I actually think that Chevrolet did a good job with the Sonic.

Could you image a Sonic sport coupe?

[Silverlsinva]

Id rather have a 3 door hatch than a coupe in something this small but it would look interesting. Anyone have good photoshop skills?