Compare 2020 Chevrolet Sonic specifications by trim levels
Sonic is a 5-seat Hatchback from Chevrolet, which first hit the market back in 2012.
With the price tag ranging from $16,720 to $21,520, the Chevrolet Sonic faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Chevrolet Spark, FIAT 500, Ford Fiesta, Honda Fit.
The Chevrolet Sonic has a maximum towing capacity of 2000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The Chevrolet Sonic boasts the average fuel economy anywhere of 34 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 68.30mm x 173.90mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2020 Chevrolet Sonic
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Fuel Tank: 12.2 gal
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Wheelbase: 99.4 in
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MPG: 26 city/34 hwy
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0-60 mph: 7.1 sec
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Engine: 1.4L I-4
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Towing capacity: 2000 lbs
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Curb: 2857 lbs
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): from 159.8 x 68.3 x 59.3
2020 Chevrolet Sonic Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Chevrolet Sonic is offered in 5 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Chevrolet Sonic safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the Chevrolet Sonic specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Body Style Hatchback
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Engine 1.4L I-4 DOHC
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Horsepower 138 hp @ 1945
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Torque 148 lb-ft. @ 1,850
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Charge system intercooled turbo
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Transmission 6-spd auto w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 7.1 sec
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1/4 mile time 15.5 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 173.9 in
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Width 68.3 in
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Height 59.7 in
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Wheelbase 99.4 in
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Curb Weight 2857 lbs
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Towing capacity 2000 lbs
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Turning radius 17.3 ft
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CAPACITY
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Luggage capacity 14.9 ft
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Cargo capacity 14.9 cu.ft
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Seats 5
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 12.2 gal
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City 26 mpg
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Combined 30 mpg
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Highway 34 mpg
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Highway range 414.8 mi
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WARRANTY
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Basic Warranty 36/36,000 mths/miles
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Specifications 
LS 4dr Sedan |
LT 4dr Sedan |
LT w/1SD 4dr Hatchback |
Premier 4dr Sedan |
Exterior length | |||
173.9 in | 173.9 in | 159.8 in | 173.9 in |
Exterior body width | |||
68.3 in | 68.3 in | 68.3 in | 68.3 in |
Exterior height | |||
59.7 in | 59.7 in | 59.7 in | 59.7 in |
Horsepower | |||
138 hp | 138 hp | 138 hp | 138 hp |
Torque | |||
148 lb-ft. | 148 lb-ft. | 148 lb-ft. | 148 lb-ft. |
Curb weight | |||
2857 lbs | 2880 lbs | 2896 lbs | 2917 lbs |
Wheelbase | |||
99.4 in | 99.4 in | 99.4 in | 99.4 in |
Turning radius | |||
17.3 '' | 17.3 '' | 17.3 '' | 18.1 '' |
Front legroom | |||
41.8 in | 41.8 in | 41.8 in | 41.8 in |
Rear legroom | |||
34.6 in | 34.6 in | 34.6 in | 34.6 in |
Front headroom | |||
39 in | 39 in | 39 in | 39 in |
Rear headroom | |||
38 in | 38 in | 38 in | 38 in |
Front hip room | |||
51 in | 51 in | 51 in | 51 in |
Rear hip room | |||
52 in | 52 in | 52 in | 52 in |
Front shoulder room | |||
53 in | 53 in | 53 in | 53 in |
Rear shoulder room | |||
53 in | 53 in | 53 in | 53 in |
Fuel tank | |||
12.2 gal. | 12.2 gal. | 12.2 gal. | 12.2 gal. |
Premier 4dr Hatchback |
Exterior length |
159.8 in |
Exterior body width |
68.3 in |
Exterior height |
59.3 in |
Horsepower |
138 hp |
Torque |
148 lb-ft. |
Curb weight |
2921 lbs |
Wheelbase |
99.4 in |
Turning radius |
18.1 '' |
Front legroom |
41.8 in |
Rear legroom |
34.6 in |
Front headroom |
39 in |
Rear headroom |
38 in |
Front hip room |
51 in |
Rear hip room |
52 in |
Front shoulder room |
53 in |
Rear shoulder room |
53 in |
Fuel tank |
12.2 gal. |
Interior Features 
LS 4dr Sedan |
LT 4dr Sedan |
LT w/1SD 4dr Hatchback |
Premier 4dr Sedan |
Air conditioning, front | |||
manual | manual | manual | manual |
Clock | |||
in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display |
Cupholders | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Gear shift knob trim | |||
metal-look | metal-look | metal-look | leather/metal-look |
12V DC power outlet | |||
1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Floor console | |||
full | full | full | full |
Floor mats | |||
carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
Front windows | |||
manual | power | power | power |
Rear windows | |||
manual | power | power | power |
1-touch window up | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | – |
1-touch window down | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | – |
Instrumentation | |||
digital/analog | digital/analog | digital/analog | digital/analog |
Rear view mirror | |||
day-night | day-night | day-night | day-night |
Remote trunk release | |||
power | power | power | power |
Seatback storage pockets | |||
1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Steering wheel material | |||
urethane | urethane | leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look |
Premier 4dr Hatchback |
Air conditioning, front |
manual |
Clock |
in-radio display |
Cupholders |
front and rear |
Gear shift knob trim |
leather/metal-look |
12V DC power outlet |
1 |
Floor console |
full |
Floor mats |
carpeted front and rear |
Front windows |
power |
Rear windows |
power |
1-touch window up |
driver and passenger |
1-touch window down |
front and rear |
Instrumentation |
digital/analog |
Rear view mirror |
day-night |
Remote trunk release |
power |
Seatback storage pockets |
1 |
Steering wheel material |
leather/metal-look |
Exterior Features 
LS 4dr Sedan |
LT 4dr Sedan |
LT w/1SD 4dr Hatchback |
Premier 4dr Sedan |
Antenna | |||
integrated roof | integrated roof | integrated roof | integrated roof |
Body material | |||
fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel |
Paint | |||
clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
Grille trim | |||
black w/chrome surround | black w/chrome surround | black w/chrome surround | black w/chrome surround |
Fog/driving lights | |||
front | front | front | – |
Door count | |||
4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Rear cargo door | |||
trunk | trunk | liftgate | trunk |
Tinted windows | |||
light | light | light | light |
Rear window type | |||
fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
Mirrors | |||
dual manual remote | dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
Sunroof | |||
1st row regular express open sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular express open sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular express open sliding and tilting glass | – |
Spoiler | |||
lip | lip | lip | – |
Wheels | |||
15 steel | 15 silver aluminum | 16 silver aluminum | 17 painted aluminum |
Spare tire and wheel | |||
compact steel | compact steel | compact steel | compact steel |
Rear window wipers | |||
fixed interval | – | – | – |
Premier 4dr Hatchback |
Antenna |
integrated roof |
Body material |
fully galvanized steel |
Paint |
clearcoat monotone |
Grille trim |
black w/chrome surround |
Fog/driving lights |
front |
Door count |
4 doors |
Rear cargo door |
liftgate |
Tinted windows |
light |
Rear window type |
fixed |
Mirrors |
dual power remote |
Sunroof |
1st row regular express open sliding and tilting glass |
Spoiler |
lip |
Wheels |
17 black aluminum |
Spare tire and wheel |
compact steel |
Rear window wipers |
fixed interval |
Seats 
LS 4dr Sedan |
LT 4dr Sedan |
LT w/1SD 4dr Hatchback |
Premier 4dr Sedan |
Front seat type | |||
bucket | bucket | bucket | bucket |
Standard seating | |||
5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Front driver seat direction controls | |||
6-way | 6-way | 6-way | 6-way power |
Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
4-way | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
Front armrests | |||
driver | driver | driver | driver |
Front head restraints | |||
adjustable | adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
Heated front seats | |||
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | – |
Rear seats | |||
60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
Rear head restraints | |||
2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable |
Seat trim | |||
cloth | premium cloth | premium cloth | leatherette |
Premier 4dr Hatchback |
Front seat type |
bucket |
Standard seating |
5 |
Front driver seat direction controls |
6-way power |
Front passenger seat direction controls |
4-way |
Front armrests |
driver |
Front head restraints |
adjustable |
Heated front seats |
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
Rear seats |
60-40 bench |
Rear head restraints |
2 - adjustable |
Seat trim |
simulated suede/leatherette |
Entertainment System 
LS 4dr Sedan |
LT 4dr Sedan |
LT w/1SD 4dr Hatchback |
Premier 4dr Sedan |
Radio | |||
AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan |
Speakers | |||
4 | 6 performance | 6 performance | 6 performance |
1st row LCD screen | |||
1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Premier 4dr Hatchback |
Radio |
SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan |
Speakers |
6 performance |
1st row LCD screen |
1 |
Safety and Security Features 
LS 4dr Sedan |
LT 4dr Sedan |
LT w/1SD 4dr Hatchback |
Premier 4dr Sedan |
Airbags, frontal | |||
driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
Airbags, side impact | |||
seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
Airbags, side curtain | |||
curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row |
Traction control | |||
ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
front | front | front | front |
Headlights | |||
halogen | halogen | halogen | halogen |
Exterior light control | |||
Twilight Sentinel fully automatic | Twilight Sentinel fully automatic | Twilight Sentinel fully automatic | Twilight Sentinel fully automatic |
Remote keyless entry | |||
keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
Door locks | |||
power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
Parking assist | |||
Front and Rear Park Assist | Rear Park Assist | Front and Rear Park Assist | – |
Airbags, knee protection | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Lane departure warning | |||
Lane Departure Warning | – | – | – |
In-Vehicle Assistance Service | |||
OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
Automatic Crash Response (airbags and/or sensors) | |||
OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
Emergency Services | |||
OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
Crisis Assist | |||
OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
Stolen Vehicle Assistance | |||
OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
Remote Door Unlock | |||
OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
Roadside Assistance | |||
OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
Remote Horn and Lights | |||
OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
Hands-Free Calling | |||
OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
Vehicle Diagnostics | |||
OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable | OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
Premier 4dr Hatchback |
Airbags, frontal |
driver and front passenger |
Airbags, side impact |
seat mounted, driver and passenger |
Airbags, side curtain |
curtain 1st and 2nd row |
Traction control |
ABS and driveline |
Seatbelt pre-tensioners |
front |
Headlights |
halogen |
Exterior light control |
Twilight Sentinel fully automatic |
Remote keyless entry |
keyfob (all doors) |
Door locks |
power with 2 stage unlock |
Parking assist |
Rear Park Assist |
Airbags, knee protection |
driver and passenger |
Lane departure warning |
Lane Departure Warning |
In-Vehicle Assistance Service |
OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
Automatic Crash Response (airbags and/or sensors) |
OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
Emergency Services |
OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
Crisis Assist |
OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
Stolen Vehicle Assistance |
OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
Remote Door Unlock |
OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
Roadside Assistance |
OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
Remote Horn and Lights |
OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
Hands-Free Calling |
OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
Vehicle Diagnostics |
OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable |
Mechanical Features 
LS 4dr Sedan |
LT 4dr Sedan |
LT w/1SD 4dr Hatchback |
Premier 4dr Sedan |
Engine | |||
1.4L I-4 | 1.4L I-4 | 1.4L I-4 | 1.4L I-4 |
Brakes | |||
front disc/rear drum | front disc/rear drum | front disc/rear drum | front disc/rear drum |
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
Drive type | |||
front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel |
Exhaust | |||
stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
Steering | |||
rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
Suspension tuning | |||
touring | touring | touring | touring |
Front suspension type | |||
strut | strut | strut | strut |
Front shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Front springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Rear suspension type | |||
torsion beam | torsion beam | torsion beam | torsion beam |
Rear shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Rear springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Electronic stability system | |||
StabiliTrak | StabiliTrak | StabiliTrak | StabiliTrak |
Transmission | |||
6-spd auto w/OD | 6-spd auto w/OD | 6-spd auto w/OD | 6-spd auto w/OD |
Axle ratio | |||
3.23 | 3.23 | 3.23 | 3.23 |
Turbocharger | |||
intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo |
Premier 4dr Hatchback |
Engine |
1.4L I-4 |
Brakes |
front disc/rear drum |
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
4-wheel |
Drive type |
front-wheel |
Exhaust |
stainless steel |
Steering |
rack and pinion |
Suspension tuning |
sport |
Front suspension type |
strut |
Front shocks |
gas-pressurized |
Front springs |
coil |
Rear suspension type |
torsion beam |
Rear shocks |
gas-pressurized |
Rear springs |
coil |
Electronic stability system |
StabiliTrak |
Transmission |
6-spd auto w/OD |
Axle ratio |
3.23 |
Turbocharger |
intercooled turbo |
Other Specs 
LS 4dr Sedan |
LT 4dr Sedan |
LT w/1SD 4dr Hatchback |
Premier 4dr Sedan |
Luggage capacity | |||
14.9 cu.ft. | 14.9 cu.ft. | 19.0 cu.ft. | 14.9 cu.ft. |
Maximum cargo capacity | |||
14.9 cu.ft. | 14.9 cu.ft. | 47.7 cu.ft. | 14.9 cu.ft. |
Base engine size | |||
1.4 liters | 1.4 liters | 1.4 liters | 1.4 liters |
Base engine type | |||
I-4 | I-4 | I-4 | I-4 |
Horsepower rpm | |||
4,900 | 4,900 | 4,900 | 4,900 |
Torque rpm | |||
1,850 | 1,850 | 1,850 | 1,850 |
EPA mileage estimates | |||
26 City / 34 Hwy | 26 City / 34 Hwy | 26 City / 34 Hwy | 26 City / 34 Hwy |
Lighting - map lights | |||
front | front | front | front |
Lighting - dome light | |||
fade | fade | fade | fade |
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Height adjustable safety belts | |||
front | front | front | front |
Engine - valvetrain | |||
DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |||
36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |||
60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | |||
72/100,000 | 72/100,000 | 72/100,000 | 72/100,000 |
Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |||
60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
Warranty - Maintenance (mths/miles) | |||
12/unlimited | 12/unlimited | 12/unlimited | 12/unlimited |
Tires | |||
P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS | P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS | P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS | P205/50HR17.0 BSW AS |
Windshield wipers - front | |||
variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
Premier 4dr Hatchback |
Luggage capacity |
19.0 cu.ft. |
Maximum cargo capacity |
47.7 cu.ft. |
Base engine size |
1.4 liters |
Base engine type |
I-4 |
Horsepower rpm |
4,900 |
Torque rpm |
1,850 |
EPA mileage estimates |
26 City / 34 Hwy |
Lighting - map lights |
front |
Lighting - dome light |
fade |
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors |
driver and passenger |
Height adjustable safety belts |
front |
Engine - valvetrain |
DOHC |
Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) |
36/36,000 |
Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) |
60/60,000 |
Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) |
72/100,000 |
Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) |
60/60,000 |
Warranty - Maintenance (mths/miles) |
12/unlimited |
Tires |
P205/50HR17.0 BSW AS |
Windshield wipers - front |
variable intermittent |