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Is the 2014 Chevrolet Sonic a Good Used Car? The 2014 Chevy Sonic is a good used car. Available as either a hatchback or sedan, it has a spacious and nicely designed interior though it is full of hard plastics. The base engine is underpowered for highway use, but the available turbocharged engine has more zip for a better driving experience. Used 2014 Chevrolet Sonic Performance and Interior The base 2014 Chevrolet Sonic has a 138-horsepower four-cylinder engine that is adequate around town but struggles on the highway. It comes standard with a five-speed manual transmission. The available turbocharged engine has the same horsepower, but a lot more torque for better acceleration. Both engines are available with a six-speed automatic transmission in some models. The Sonics combination of a comfortable ride, accurate steering, and athletic handling makes it fun to drive. The base engine has an EPA rating of 26 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway, which is low for a subcompact car. The turbocharged engine with the six-speed manual returns 28-38 mpg city-highway. The turbos better fuel economy and acceleration make it a better choice, even for the higher price.