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Used 2018 ChevroletSonic LT

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    Exterior Color
    Kinetic Blue Metallic
    Interior Color
    JET BLACK, DELUXE CLOTH SEAT TRIM
    Odometer
    93,738 miles
    Fuel Economy
    25/34 MPG City/Hwy
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Engine
    ECOTEC Turbo 1.4L VVT DOHC 4 Cyl. Engine
    VIN
    1G1JD6SB8J4109190
    Stock Number
    38297A
    Chevrolet Sonic
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    Included Packages & Accessories

    Detailed Specifications

    • 3-point seatbelt : Rear seat center 3-point seatbelt
    • ABS Brakes : 4-wheel antilock (ABS) brakes
    • Auto headlights : Twilight Sentinel auto on/off headlight control
    • Brake assist system : Brake assist system
    • Brake type : Front disc and rear drum brakes
    • Child door locks : Manual rear child safety door locks
    • Delay off headlights : Delay-off headlights
    • Electronic stability control : StabiliTrak electronic stability control system
    • Fog lights : Front fog lights
    • Front impact airbag driver : Driver front impact airbag
    • Front impact airbag passenger : Passenger front impact airbag
    • Front side impact airbag driver : Seat mounted side impact driver airbag
    • Front side impact airbag passenger : Seat mounted side impact front passenger airbag
    • Headlight type : Projector beam headlights
    • Headlights : Halogen headlights
    • Height adjustable seatbelts : Front height adjustable seatbelts
    • High mount stop light : High mounted center stop light
    • Hill start assist : Hill start assist
    • Illuminated entry : Illuminated entry
    • Immobilizer : Immobilizer
    • Instrumentation display : Digital/analog instrumentation display
    • Interior courtesy lights : Fade interior courtesy lights
    • Knee airbag : Driver and passenger side knee airbag
    • Low tire pressure warning : Tire specific low air pressure warning
    • Multiple headlights : Multiple separate headlights
    • Number of airbags : 10 airbags
    • Occupancy sensor : Airbag occupancy sensor
    • Overhead airbags : Curtain first and second-row overhead airbags
    • Perimeter approach lighting : Remote activated perimeter approach lighting
    • Rear camera : Rear mounted camera
    • Rear side impact airbag : Rear side impact airbags
    • Remote panic alarm : Remote panic alarm
    • Running lights : LED daytime running lights
    • Seatbelt pretensioners : Front seatbelt pretensioners
    • Seatbelt pretensioners number : 2 seatbelt pre-tensioners
    • Security system : Security system
    • Vehicle tracker : OnStar Guidance vehicle tracker with vehicle slowdown
    • Air conditioning : Yes
    • Armrests front driver : Driver seat armrest
    • Cabin air filter : Cabin air filter
    • Climate control : Manual climate control
    • Console insert material : Piano black console insert
    • Driver seat direction : Driver seat with 8-way directional controls
    • Floor coverage : Full floor coverage
    • Floor covering : Full carpet floor covering
    • Floor mats : Carpet front and rear floor mats
    • Folding rear seats : 60-40 folding rear seats
    • Front head restraint control : Manual front seat head restraint control
    • Front head restraints : Height adjustable front seat head restraints
    • Front seat upholstery : Premium cloth front seat upholstery
    • Front seatback upholstery : Cloth front seatback upholstery
    • Gearshifter material : Metal-look gear shifter material
    • Headliner coverage : Full headliner coverage
    • Headliner material : Cloth headliner material
    • Heated front seats : Heated driver and front passenger seats
    • Interior accents : Chrome and metal-look interior accents
    • Manual passenger seat controls : Passenger seat manual reclining and fore/aft control
    • Panel insert : Piano black instrument panel insert
    • Passenger seat direction : Front passenger seat with 4-way directional controls
    • Rear head restraint control : 2 rear seat head restraints
    • Rear head restraint control : Manual rear seat head restraint control
    • Rear head restraints : Height adjustable rear seat head restraints
    • Rear seat folding position : Fold forward rear seatback
    • Rear seat upholstery : Premium cloth rear seat upholstery
    • Rear seatback upholstery : Carpet rear seatback upholstery
    • Rear seats : Rear bench seat
    • Rear seats fixed or removable : Fixed rear seats
    • Rear under seat ducts : Rear under seat climate control ducts
    • Seating capacity : 5
    • Split front seats : Bucket front seats
    • Sport steering wheel : Sport steering wheel
    • Steering wheel material : Leather steering wheel
    • Steering wheel telescopic : Manual telescopic steering wheel
    • Steering wheel tilt : Manual tilting steering wheel
    • Tinted windows : Light tinted windows
    • 12V power outlets : 1 12V power outlet
    • Accessory power : Retained accessory power
    • All-in-one key : All-in-one remote fob and ignition key
    • Auto door locks : Auto-locking doors
    • Battery charge warning : Battery charge warning
    • Beverage holders : Front beverage holders
    • Beverage holders rear : Rear beverage holders
    • Bulb warning : Bulb failure warning
    • Cargo access : Power cargo area access release
    • Cargo cover : Rigid cargo cover
    • Cargo floor type : Carpet cargo area floor
    • Cargo light : Cargo area light
    • Cargo tie downs : Cargo area tie downs
    • Clock : Digital clock
    • Compass : Compass
    • Cruise control : Cruise control with steering wheel mounted controls
    • Day/Night rearview mirror : Day/Night rearview mirror
    • Door ajar warning : Rear cargo area ajar warning
    • Door bins front : Driver and passenger door bins
    • Door locks : Power door locks with 2 stage unlocking
    • Door mirrors : Power door mirrors
    • Driver foot rest : Driver foot rest
    • Driver information center : Driver information center
    • Engine temperature warning : Engine temperature warning
    • First-row windows : Power first-row windows
    • Floor console : Full floor console
    • Fob engine controls : Smart key with hands-free access and push button start
    • Folding door mirrors : Manual folding door mirrors
    • Front reading lights : Front reading lights
    • Glove box : Standard glove box
    • Headlights on reminder : Headlights on reminder
    • Heated door mirrors : Heated driver and passenger side door mirrors
    • Heated wiper area : Heated rear wiper park
    • Ignition type : Push-button
    • Key in vehicle warning : Key in vehicle warning
    • Keyfob keyless entry : Keyfob keyless entry
    • Keyfob remote start : Keyfob remote start
    • Low level warnings : Low level warning for fuel
    • Oil pressure warning : Oil pressure warning
    • One-touch down window : Front and rear one-touch down windows
    • One-touch up window : Driver and passenger one-touch up windows
    • Passenger doors rear left : Conventional left rear passenger door
    • Passenger doors rear right : Conventional right rear passenger door
    • Rear cargo door : Liftgate rear cargo door
    • Rear seat direction : Front facing rear seat
    • Rear window defroster : Rear window defroster
    • Rear windshield : Fixed rear windshield
    • Rear windshield wipers : Rear windshield wipers
    • Seatback storage pockets : 1 seatback storage pocket
    • Second-row windows : Power second-row windows
    • Service interval warning : Service interval indicator
    • Steering mounted audio control : Steering wheel mounted audio controls
    • Tachometer : Tachometer
    • Tailgate control : Tailgate/power door lock
    • Temperature display : Exterior temperature display
    • Trip computer : Trip computer
    • Trip odometer : Trip odometer
    • Trunk lid trim : Plastic trunk lid trim
    • Variable panel light : Variable instrument panel light
    • Visor driver mirror : Driver visor mirror
    • Visor passenger mirror : Passenger visor mirror
    • Wipers : Variable intermittent front windshield wipers
    • Body panels : Fully galvanized steel body panels with side impact beams
    • Bumper insert : Chrome front bumper insert
    • Bumper rub strip front : Black front bumper rub strip
    • Bumper rub strip rear : Black rear bumper rub strip
    • Bumpers front : Body-colored front bumper
    • Bumpers rear : Body-colored rear bumper
    • Door handle material : Body-colored door handles
    • Door mirror style : Body-colored door mirrors
    • Door mirror type : Standard style side mirrors
    • First-row sunroof : First-row sliding and tilting glass sunroof with express open activation sunshade
    • Grille style : Black grille with chrome surround
    • License plate front bracket : Front license plate bracket
    • Number of doors : 4 doors
    • Paint : Metallic paint
    • Spare tire : Compact spare tire with steel wheel
    • Spare tire location : Spare tire mounted under the cargo floor
    • Special paint : Monotone paint
    • Spoiler : Rear lip spoiler
    • Tires : P205/50HR17 AS BSW front and rear tires
    • Wheels : 17 x 6.5-inch front and rear black aluminum wheels
    • Window Trim : Chrome side window trim
    • Fuel economy (city/highway/combined) : 27/35/30 MPG
    • Antenna : Integrated roof audio antenna
    • Aux input jack : Auxiliary input jack
    • External memory : Chevrolet MyLink external memory control
    • Number of first-row screens : 1 total number of 1st row displays
    • Primary display size : 7 inch primary display
    • Primary display touchscreen : Primary monitor touchscreen
    • RDS : Radio data system (RDS)
    • Radio : AM/FM/SiriusXMsatellite
    • Satellite trial : 3 month satellite trial subscription
    • Seek scan : Seek scan
    • Speakers : Performance grade speakers
    • Speakers number : 6 speakers
    • Speed sensitive volume : Speed sensitive volume
    • Voice activated audio : Voice activated audio controls
    • Wireless streaming : Bluetooth wireless audio streaming
    • ABS Brakes : Four channel ABS brakes
    • Alternator Type : Alternator
    • Battery run down protection : Battery run down protection
    • Battery type : Lead acid battery
    • Compressor : Intercooled turbo
    • Cylinder head material : Aluminum cylinder head
    • Displacement liters : 1.4 L
    • Drive type : Front-wheel drive
    • Engine : ECOTEC 1.4L I-4 DOHC, VVT variable valve control, intercooled turbo, regular unleaded, engine with 138HP
    • Engine Configuration : I4
    • Engine Location : Front mounted engine
    • Engine Mounting direction : Transverse mounted engine
    • Engine Short : ECOTEC 1.4L I-4 DOHC
    • Engine block material : Iron engine block
    • Front anti-roll : Front anti-roll bar
    • Fuel Type : Regular unleaded
    • Horsepower : 138 HP @4900 RPM
    • Ignition : Spark ignition system
    • Lock-up transmission : Lock-up transmission
    • Overdrive transmission : Overdrive transmission
    • Powertrain type : ICE
    • Radiator : Radiator
    • Rear Springs : Regular grade rear springs
    • Sequential shift control : Sequential shift control
    • Shock absorbers : Gas-pressurized shock absorbers
    • Springs front : Front coil springs
    • Springs rear : Rear coil springs
    • Steering : Electric power-assist steering system
    • Steering type : Rack-pinion steering
    • Suspension : Sport ride suspension
    • Suspension ride type front : Independent front suspension
    • Suspension ride type rear : Semi-independent rear suspension
    • Suspension type front : Strut front suspension
    • Suspension type rear : Torsion beam rear suspension
    • Tailpipe : Stainless steel single exhaust
    • Traction control : All-speed ABS and driveline traction control
    • Transmission : 6-speed automatic
    • Transmission Type : Automatic
    • Transmission electronic control : Transmission electronic control
    • Valves per cylinder : 4
    • Ventilated brakes : Front ventilated disc brakes
    • Emergency SOS Capable : OnStar Guidance vehicle integrated emergency SOS system
    • Handsfree : Bluetooth handsfree wireless device connectivity
    • Internet access : Chevrolet 4G LTE mobile hotspot internet access
    • Smart device integration : Apple CarPlay/Android Auto smart device mirroring
    • Turn-by-turn nav : OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation
    • USB ports : 2 USB ports

    Dealer Notes

    Certification Program Details: Karl Chevrolet of Ankeny, The Nation's #1 CarBravo Certified Dealer! Every CarBravo Certified vehicle includes: Comprehensive 126-Point Inspection Professionally inspected by factory-trained technicians to meet strict mechanical, safety, and cosmetic standards. 12-Month / 12,000-Mile Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty Enjoy added peace of mind with extensive coverage from the day you drive off the lot. 24/7 Roadside Assistance & Courtesy Transportation Flat tire? Dead battery? Need a tow? You're covered anywhere, anytime throughout the warranty period. Vehicle History & Title Guarantee Clean title, completed safety recalls, and a full CARFAX® or AutoCheck® report provided for complete transparency. 10-Day / 500-Mile Exchange Promise If you don't absolutely love it, bring it back and exchange it — no hassle, no stress. Experience peace of mind and premium protection — exclusively from Karl Chevrolet of Ankeny, the Nation's #1 CarBravo Dealer!

    - FUN AND SUN PACKAGE
    - Convenience Package
    - Preferred Equipment Group 1SD
    - 2 USB Ports & Auxiliary Input Jack
    - Premium 6-Speaker Audio System Feature
    - Radio: Chevrolet MyLink AM/FM Stereo w/7 Screen
    - SiriusXM Satellite Radio
    - Enhanced Driver Information Center
    - Sport Suspension
    - Keyless Open
    - Keyless Start
    - Power Tilt-Sliding Sunroof w/Express-Open

    This 2018 Chevrolet Sonic LT 5DR HB AUTO LT W/1SD is a stylish and well-equipped compact hatchback that's perfect for your daily commute or weekend adventures. Powered by a turbocharged 1.4L ECOTEC engine, this Sonic delivers an impressive 27 city/35 highway MPG, making it both efficient and fun to drive. The sleek blue exterior and sporty suspension give this Sonic a dynamic look and handling that will turn heads wherever you go.

    Inside, you'll find a wealth of premium features, including a 7-inch Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, heated front seats, a power driver's seat, and a sunroof that lets in plenty of natural light. The spacious cargo area and split-folding rear seats offer the flexibility to accommodate your gear, whether you're heading to the office or the great outdoors.

    This Sonic has been meticulously inspected and certified through the Karl Chevrolet CarBravo program, ensuring it meets the highest standards of quality and safety. With a 126-point inspection, a 12-month/12,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, and 24/7 roadside assistance, you can drive with confidence knowing that your investment is protected.

    At Karl Chevrolet, we're dedicated to providing our customers with an exceptional buying experience. Our team of experts is here to help you find the perfect vehicle that fits your needs and budget. Call us today at (515) 299-4300 to schedule a test drive and experience the difference that Karl Chevrolet can make.

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    KBB.com Consumer Reviews

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    Overall4Out of 5

    • Good car but beware of costs when buying brand new

      By Riley on Wednesday, January 23, 2019

      4.0
      I've owned this car for almost a year now and my experience has been pretty decent. I chose the hatchback for extra style and uniqueness. With this comes a little less truck space, but if you're a single person you may even prefer having the shorter space. It makes grabbing items easier and stuff doesn't roll around to the back of a deep trunk. There also a shelf above that has the ability to hide your belongings or offer a little more stacking storage space. I take advantage of this on long trips. But do keep in mind this area is in view of the rear window so you have to be careful of what and where you place items so you don't obstruct your view. Speaking of long trips, if you're thinking of purchasing this and are not a single person there will not be a lot of space for items from multiple people especially for these long trips. You really have to plan for space and minimize where you can. I don't think I would recommend this car if you have children and tend to need space for all their stuff. I actually don't care for driving cars in general, but it's pretty tolerable in the Sonic. The cloth seats are fairly comfortable. I've spilled a few different things on my passenger side seat and the dark interior shows nothing. I'm not sure if it's made out of an easily cleanable or just super absorbent material, but either way I'm okay with it. I have heated seats and there is only one setting for it. Most other cars give you the option to control how warm they get, but there isn't this option in the Sonic. They also don't get as warm as most other cars I get into (I sell cars), but it at least does the trick. The backseat can be just a little tight if your front seat riders are taller, but unless you are in the 6'5 range I don't think someone sitting behind you would be so uncomfortable that they couldn't actually sit there. I don't have a car seat so I can't provide information on how well they fit. There isn't a center console so there is just one adjustable armrest on the driver side. The car is so compact that passengers usually end up sharing the armrest with me, but it's usually not a problem or uncomfortable for either person. I kind of like there not being a center console as usually it's just another area to collect unnecessary junk. In replacement of this area there is an extra cup holder, presumably for the backseat riders since there aren't cup holders in the back. Some of the good things about the car root back to how compact it is which also goes for being able to reach the glove compartment very easily from the driver. This also makes up for the lack of a center console. I have been in cars where the screen/radio is slightly tilted or just not positioned in a way that is comfortable for the driver to use, but the size and position of the touchscreen in the Sonic is good. The main controls you would use are also available on the steering wheel for an even easier experience. The gas mileage on this car is pretty good. I get about 28 MPG on average and that is a good mixture of highway and city driving. But it does have a small gas tank so filling up happens a little more frequently than in some cars. As of this moment in time at about $2 a gallon, it takes a little more than $20 to fill up from E. Some of the negative things I would say about it is that some of the parts and features just feel and look kind of cheap. The climate control knobs and the stitching in the seats are a couple of things I can think of that fit into that. Driving in bad weather conditions can be a little more tough in this car since it's so small and lightweight. A pretty big negative aspect is if you buy this car brand new it will depreciate very quickly. I would not recommend buying this car brand new unless you absolutely have to like I did. I believe I bought the car for around $17-$18K (with employee pricing) and now the trade in value on it is at about $12K, private party about $15K. Like I said I had little option with the scenario I was in, but paying almost $20K for this car is just a little silly. The prices of all cars in general have gotten pretty high so there's not a good way to avoid it really, but since you have to I would at least try to find a car that doesn't depreciate as quickly. I've only put 14k miles on it so it's hard to say as far as mechanics if it's completely reliable. I have seen slightly older Sonic's that have had different issues, but it's hard to give a general rating on it since it depends on how well a vehicle is maintained and everything. The only issue mechanically or technically that I have had so far is that I've gotten a message a couple times on the backup camera saying to "service rear camera system" or something along those lines, but it only has shown up a couple times and it still worked fine even when the message popped up so I really don't know what that's about and haven't look into it. Overall, so far I would recommend this car to a single person or a person who generally doesn't tote around a lot of cargo. It's also a pretty good car for someone who commutes or a city dweller. Would be a good first car for a kiddo or for an older person who just needs a car to go back and forth to the grocery story. So basically there's a good market of consumers who this would be good for, but beware of costs when buying brand new.…

    • nice little car. Have had it 2 yrs.

      By space on Monday, June 24, 2019

      4.0
      It gets good mileage, but I have had problems with it all the time. Turbo went out. Floor Shifter went out. All of the shocks went out.…

    • Worst car ice ever owned

      By Kholoured on Sunday, October 07, 2018

      1.0
      I have been in a family of Chevrolets and I 've owned 2 Dodges before this. I originally wanted another dodge but I wanted a more fuel efficient vehicles and dodge doesn't offer much in that department so I opted for the Chevy sonic. Biggest mistake ive ever made... I have already with owning this car since July 2017 replaced: Head gasket, Valve gasket, Valve cover, Radiator, Rotors, and know have a battery issue (possibly alternator with my luck so far with this car) not sure yet and a coolant leak somewhere...this car runs terribly. If you come up to a stop light on red (your braking to the light) and the light turns green while your still braking, you need to let off the gas for a few seconds then gradually touch the gas or it will stall, you can't just hit the gas and go... Has a lot of vibration, not sound proof tons of road noise, has no get up and go if you lay on the gas it spits and splitters and barely moves. Ive had the oil changed, air filter changed, seafoam fuel treatment, Lucas added to the oil, nothing has gotten this thing to run better. I wish I could give it back but I owe 5 yrs on this car still. That and when my warranty expired Chevy refused to give me an extended warranty without having the head gasket inspected ironically 7 days later the head gasket went. Do yourself a favor and pass on this car I'm telling you it's not worth the money get something else...…
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