2012 Chevrolet Sonic 5DR 2LZ Review

People still buy hatchbacks? I guess so. Other than maybe a Subaru Outback I don't much notice them on the roads these days. Travelling highways mostly and long distances I guess I might just zone out a bit and not really pay as much attention as I should. I certainly am not seeing any eye-catching "5 doors" out there at least. Spend more time admiring my Luminox watches I guess than the road.

The Sonic we’re testing is the 5-door hatchback 2LZ, an eye-catcher in flashy Inferno Orange Metalic – an optional ($195) color. The fresh new design is modern in every way while not looking homogenized like many small hatchbacks. The distinctly Chevy-styled nose reflects the design language effectively used throughout that brand’s offerings. Recessed “motorcycle inspired” headlights tuck into the upper fenders and wrap nicely into the flow of the sidelines drawing our eye to the square-back rear of the car. Wheels and tires are 17-inchers contributing to a substantial, no-little-wuss stance. The nearly vertical c-pillars balance above rather than behind the rear wheels, for an even more impressive stance. full review