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Chevrolet

Sonic

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From

R$129,990

(~$23,213)

Chevrolet's subcompact crossover for Brazil, built on the GM GEM platform. 1.0T 115 hp, 6-speed automatic, FWD only. 392-litre boot. Two trims: Premier and RS. From R$129,990 (~$25,000).

115hp

Power

FWD

Drive

Overview

Subcompact crossover for the Brazilian market, derived from the Onix hatchback on GM’s GEM (Global Emerging Markets) platform. The Sonic adds 60 mm in length (4,230 mm vs 4,170 mm for the Onix), a raised ride height of ~200 mm, and an SUV-style body with plastic cladding. Boot grows from 303 to 392 litres.

One engine: 1.0-litre turbocharged three-cylinder, 115 hp on petrol or ethanol, paired with a 6-speed automatic. Front-wheel drive only.

Two trims:

Premier - standard kit with chrome details, 8” digital cluster, 11” multimedia with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
RS - black accents, larger mesh grille, optional ambient lighting, parking assistant

New Chevrolet logo debuts on the Sonic - first use of the redesigned emblem on a production model.

Built in Brazil. Pricing: Premier from R$129,990 (~~$25,000), RS from R$135,990 (~~$26,200).

General

Body type SUV

Powertrain 1.0T inline-3

Transmission 6-speed automatic

Sonic Premier

Power 115 hp

Drivetrain FWD

Price from R$129,990 (~$23,213)

Sonic RS

Power 115 hp

Drivetrain FWD

Price from R$135,990 (~$24,284)

News about the Chevrolet Sonic

Chevrolet Sonic: New Subcompact Crossover for Brazil from R$129,990

Chevrolet launches the Sonic crossover in Brazil. GM GEM platform, 1.0T 115 hp, 6-speed automatic, FWD. 392-litre boot. Two trims: Premier from R$129,990 (~$25,000), RS from R$135,990.

15 May 2026

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