Chevrolet Sonic Chevrolet Sonic 2018 Volkswagen Routan Volkswagen Routan 2012

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Chevrolet Sonic vs. Volkswagen Routan Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Chevrolet Sonic vs. Volkswagen Routan Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,480

Chevrolet Sonic LT   
Difference: $19,305

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,696

Chevrolet Sonic LT   
Difference: $18,527

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2018201820122012
ModelSonicSonicRoutanRoutan
TrimLTPremierSELSEL Premium
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Minivan, ext.4dr Minivan, ext.
Base Price $17,795 $19,795 $37,890 $44,280
Base Invoice $17,083 $19,003 $36,337 $42,465
Convenience Package 650      
Cargo net 60 60    
Engine-block heater 100 100 75 75
Sunroof   850    
Convenience Package 592      
Cargo net 55 55    
Engine-block heater 91 91 66 66
Sunroof   774    
Options (change) 810 1,010 75 75
Options (change) 738 920 66 66
Destination 875 875 820 820
Total Price $19,480 $21,680 $38,785 $45,175
Total Invoice $18,696 $20,798 $37,223 $43,351

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Chevrolet Sonic dealer quotes or Volkswagen Routan dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Sonic vs. Volkswagen Routan

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Sonic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,220
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,808
Model Year2018201820122012
ModelSonicSonicRoutanRoutan
TrimLTPremierSELSEL Premium
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Minivan, ext.4dr Minivan, ext.
Engine138hp I4138hp I4283hp V6283hp V6
TransmissionM5M6T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6506, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16205/50-17225/65-17225/65-17
Total Price$19,480$21,680$38,785$45,175
Adjustments for Features0-1,050-9,085-12,785
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$19,480$20,630$29,700$32,390
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,150$0$2,690
Total Invoice$18,696$20,798$37,223$43,351
Adjustments for Features0-1,007-8,719-12,269
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$18,696$19,791$28,504$31,082
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,095$0$2,578

Return to top

Features Comparison: Chevrolet Sonic vs. Volkswagen Routan

Model Year2018201820122012
ModelSonicSonicRoutanRoutan
TrimLTPremierSELSEL Premium
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Minivan, ext.4dr Minivan, ext.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0   
6-speed manual $150  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet   $100
Dual power sliding doors  $800$800
Heated steering wheel$100$100  
Power flip-out rear side windows  $125$125
Power liftgate  $350$350
Power-adjustable pedals  $125$125
Remote app$25$25  
Remote start  $150$150
Sunshades, second row  $125$125
Sunshades, third row  $125$125
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250  
Universal garage door opener  $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes  $150$150
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0$0
Blind spot warning system   $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear   $100
Front side airbags$350$350  
Knee airbag, driver$75$75  
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75  
Obstacle detection, rear   $250
Rear side airbags$300$300  
Rollover sensor$50$50  
Side curtain airbags$350$350  
Side curtain airbags, three rows  $500$500
Vehicle health reports$0$0  
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75$75  
Console with shifter$150$150  
Overhead console storage compartments  $100$100
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25
Removable console  $200$200
Roof rails  $250$250
Second-row under-floor storage  $150$150
Sliding center console  $50$50
Trailering equipment (4 wire)  $125$125
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200$200
Dual-zone climate control  $125$125
Rain-sensing wipers  $175$175
Rear air vents with automatic controls  $250$250
Rear HVAC unit  $400$400
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75  
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0  
Bodyside moldings  $75$75
Deep-tinted rear windows  $275$275
Rear bumper protector  $40$40
Sunroof $900$900$900
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0  
Additional screen for entertainment system   $200
Android Auto support$100$100  
App support$0$0  
Apple CarPlay support$100$100  
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25  
CD changer, in-dash  $325$325
DVD-compatible player  $0$0
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted   $1000
iPod integration  $100$100
Media drive  $15$15
MP3-compatible player  $50$50
Navigation system  $600$600
Satellite radio$200$200  
Satellite radio - one year subscription  $250$250
Second DVD player for entertainment system   $200
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25  
Surround sound   $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225  
Traffic information  $25$25
USB port$25$25  
Voice control for audio system$25$25  
Voice control for external devices$0$0  
Voice control for nav and audio  $100$100
Voice recorder  $0$0
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror   $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror   $75
Auto-dimming rearview mirror  $150$150
Conversation mirror  $25$25
Fog lights$125$125 $125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50$50
Interior ambient lighting  $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors   $25
Visor mirror, driver$10$10  
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10  
Xenon HID headlights   $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50$50
Floor mats, second row (optional)$0$0  
Heated second row seats  $200$200
Leather seating surfaces  $900$900
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats  $75$75
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50$50
Manual recliner, second row seats  $75$75
Memory system, driver seat   $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat   $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat   $100
Power recliner, passenger seat   $100
Power recliner, third row seats  $150$150
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat  $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat   $100
Power-stowing third row seats  $1000$1000
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0  
Tailgating position, third row seats  $50$50
Upgraded floor mats$0$0  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Auto-leveling rear shocks  $200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0  
Wheels, dark finish $0  
Total Value of Features$2,795$3,845$11,880$15,580
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,050$9,085$12,785
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,007-8,719-12,269

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Sonic vs. Volkswagen Routan

Model Year20182012
ModelSonicRoutan
Body4dr Hatch4dr Minivan, ext.
Wheelbase99.4 in121.2 in
Length159.8 in202.5 in
Width68.3 in76.9 in
Height59.7 in68.9 in
Curb Weight2,785 lb.4,495 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.2 gal.20.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.7 in37.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.4 in63.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.4 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in39.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.0 in64.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.6 in36.3 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.9 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in62.0 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in31.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
19.0 ft332.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
19.083.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
47.7 ft3140.6 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Sonic LT

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Upgraded instruments0No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested70088%
Total Not Requested10012%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Hatchbacks.
See TrueDelta's information for all Chevrolet models.