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2012 Chevrolet Sonic and 2008 Saturn Outlook Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Sonic | Saturn Outlook | |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 125 lb-ft@3800 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6600 248 lb-ft@3200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 118.9 in | -19.5 in |
| Length | 159.0 in | 200.7 in | -41.7 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 78.2 in | -9.9 in |
| Height | 59.7 in | 72.8 in | -13.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 2755 lb. | 4722 lb. | -1967 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 12.2 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -9.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.4 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 61.9 in | -8.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.4 in | 57.8 in | -6.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.3 in | 0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.3 in | -1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 61.1 in | -8.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.6 in | 57.9 in | -6.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.9 in | -2.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.4 in | -38.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.8 in | -57.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.3 in | -48.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | -35 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.0 ft3 | 19.7 ft3 | -0.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.0 | 68.9 ft3 | -49.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.7 ft3 | 117.0 ft3 | -69.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
| 2012 Chevrolet Sonic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
For a little car, the front seat room is very nice for the average person. see full Chevrolet Sonic review |
| 2012 Chevrolet Sonic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The front seating position is cramped, but even worse is the footroom !!!! I have the 6 speed manual transmission and the clutch pedal feels like it was an afterthought. The wheel well intrudest so much that is difficult to engage the clutch without my foot being moved inward due to the lack of room. I have a mens 9 shoe so it is not because I have huge feet. My leg hits the center console while using the gas pedalso far to the right. IT IS SO BAD I TOOK THE PLASTIC TRIM PIECE AT THE GAS PEDAL OFF TO HAVE MORE ROOM !!! I have a friend in England he told me it was not as much of a problem due to the placenet of the pedals in the right hand drive models. It also makes sense this car sells more in right hand driving counties, the radio control are on the right hand side of the steering wheel. This is a stupid position considering having to change gears with the right hand. I am not a small guy, but I am not huge. I am 240 at 5"9'. with a passenger of similar size I feel very cramped. I had a buddy with me, He is a mountain of a man at 6'3" and having very broad shoulders like my self. It was a scream! We were smashed together. I had to work hard to change gears. The car is about 3" to narrow. I previously owned a Nissan Versa. It was considered a narrow car but we never had this problem. It was so cramped if it was a much longer ride, I would have had him get in the back seat. CRAMPED IN THE FRONT TO THE EXTREME DEGREE !!!!!!!! see full Chevrolet Sonic review |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
THE SEATS ARE LIKE MIDIEVAL TORTURE DEVICES !!! I am not a huge guy. I have am 5'9" tall with a 40" waist. I have a wide stance. I did take a long test drive in this car. I noticed that the seats were not terribly comfortable but I had run into that with several cars. The seats got better as the broke in. THESE GOT WORSE !!!! It got so bad that I had themreupholstered!!!!! It helped very little !!!! They are too narrow, overbolstered....poorly padded....no lumbar support...the armrest is usless (it sits too low and angled down)....If i could trade it in tomorrow it would be gone. I drive 4 hours a week at a mininimum to school round trip. the next day I am sore. I am going in for time 2 to see if I can FIX the seat comfort.....ARGG see full Chevrolet Sonic review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Saturn Outlook
| 2008 Saturn Outlook Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Has more interior room than the Honda Pilot. Perfect for our 3 kids and friends. Plently of room for their hockey,soccer, tennis gear. Perfect for our spur of the moment camping trips. Tent and all fits! Also handles grocery day with ease! We love it see full Saturn Outlook review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
6' tall, lots of leg room in driver seat see full Saturn Outlook review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The best leg room ! The seats adjust have great cushioning see full Saturn Outlook review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Only vehicle capable of comfortably carrying 6-8 senior adults without orthopedic post-trip support. By far the best combination of interior, features, capacity, and ride characteristics for rear [2nd and 3rd]seat passengers and cargo area. see full Saturn Outlook review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seat is very comfortable with excellent support and firmness. Good driving position. see full Saturn Outlook review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Adults could fit comfortably in third row. In addition, there is usable storage behind the third row. Second row captains chairs enable easy access to third row. see full Saturn Outlook review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
All seven adult passengers can sit comfortably. see full Saturn Outlook review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
ok, the first weekend i got it, i had to drive 9 kids to portland for orchestra consert, mass storage see full Saturn Outlook review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
We were looking for a vehicle that had third row seating, with bucket seats in the second row. There is plenty of leg room in the third row even for adults. The middle bucket seats are comfortable and adjust for leg room. see full Saturn Outlook review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Adults can sit back there in relative comfort compared to the competition. Good head and leg room with all the seats. see full Saturn Outlook review |
| 2008 Saturn Outlook Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Other than the drivers seat track having to be replaced, it was comfy. see full Saturn Outlook review |
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