Chevrolet Sonic 2012 running costs in Canada
Official Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) figure for the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic: 8.0 L/100km, 184 g/km CO₂. At Canada prices (CA$1.75/L petrol), driving 15,000 km a year costs about CA$2,100 — CA$0.14 per kilometre.
Official figures — 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
| Fuel type | Petrol |
|---|---|
| Official consumption | 8.0 L/100km |
| CO₂ (official) | 184 g/km |
| Configurations in source data | 1 |
| Data source | Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) |
What it costs to run in Canada
| Petrol (8.0 L/100km) | CA$2,100/year |
|---|---|
| safety inspection | CA$0.00/year |
| Estimated annual running cost | CA$2,100/year ≈ CA$175/month |
Assumes 15,000 km a year and the current average Canada prices shown above (CAA national average, Sep 2026 (174.9c)). Insurance is not included because it depends on your age, history and the policy — add it in the full ownership calculator. Servicing, tyres and repairs also vary by car and driver.
How it compares with other petrol cars in Canada
The average petrol car in our Canada dataset uses 11.7 L/100km. The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic uses 8.0 L/100km — about 31.6% less than that average, or roughly CA$971 saved a year at 15,000 km.
2012 Chevrolet Sonic — configurations in the official data
| Fuel | Consumption | CO₂ | Engine | Power | Source variant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 8.0 L/100km | 184 g/km | — | — | 3 trims (representative median) |
Figures are the official certified values recorded in the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), grouped across 1 configuration. Real-world consumption is typically higher than the certified figure.
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These are estimates built from official certified figures and current average prices. They are not financial advice. Verify the exact figure for the car you are buying — consumption varies by trim, tyres and driving style.