Is the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic a reliable year?

Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic ranks #9 of 10 among Sonic model years (Complaint Index 11/100, verdict: Best). It has 8 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic?

The most reported problem areas are engine (4 complaints), fuel system (2 complaints), and electrical system (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 47,600 miles.

Does the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic have any recalls?

No safety recall campaigns list the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.

What is the fuel economy of the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic?

EPA rates the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic at 29 MPG combined (26 city / 34.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,250. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

2019 Chevrolet Sonic Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Best The 2019 Chevrolet Sonic has 8 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 11 out of 100 — #9 highest of 10 Sonic model years (verdict: Best). The most reported problem area is engine (4 complaints, 50% of the total).

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 11/100; #9 of 10 Sonic years
Verdict: Best; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 8; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 0; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 0; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: Engine
Best nearby year: 2018; rated Best

NHTSA overall rating: 5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG: 29; 26 city / 34.5 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2019 Chevrolet Sonic recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2019 Chevrolet Sonic fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 26 MPG
Highway: 34.5 MPG
Combined: 29 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $2,250; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Regular
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2019 compared with other Sonic years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2017	Good	44	37	0	29
2018	Best	22	14	1	29.5
2019	Best	11	8	0	29
2020	Good	33	10	0	29

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic a reliable year?: Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic ranks #9 of 10 among Sonic model years (Complaint Index 11/100, verdict: Best). It has 8 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic?: The most reported problem areas are engine (4 complaints), fuel system (2 complaints), and electrical system (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 47,600 miles.
Does the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic have any recalls?: No safety recall campaigns list the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.
What is the fuel economy of the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic?: EPA rates the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic at 29 MPG combined (26 city / 34.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,250. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.