Volkswagen Beetle Volkswagen Beetle 2016 Chevrolet Sonic Chevrolet Sonic 2012

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

Join Us

Volkswagen Beetle vs. Chevrolet Sonic 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.

Volkswagen Beetle vs. Chevrolet Sonic Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,010

Chevrolet Sonic LTZ   
Difference: $7,500

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,040

Chevrolet Sonic LTZ   
Difference: $7,273

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2016201620162012
ModelBeetleBeetleBeetleSonic
Trim1.8T SEL1.8T DuneR-Line SELLTZ
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $25,975 $23,995 $31,450 $17,365
Base Invoice $24,937 $23,035 $30,193 $16,497
Technology Package   1,695    
Sunroof       850
Technology Package   1,458    
Sunroof       748
Options (change) 0 1,695 0 850
Options (change) 0 1,458 0 748
Destination 820 820 820 795
Total Price $26,795 $26,510 $32,270 $19,010
Total Invoice $25,757 $25,313 $31,013 $18,040

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 Volkswagen Beetle dealer quotes or Chevrolet Sonic 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: Volkswagen Beetle vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Sonic LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,885
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,776
Model Year2016201620162012
ModelBeetleBeetleBeetleSonic
Trim1.8T SEL1.8T DuneR-Line SELLTZ
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine170hp I4170hp I4210hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionT6T6M6M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8400, 9400, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18235/45-18235/40-19205/50-17
Total Price$26,795$26,510$32,270$19,010
Adjustments for Features-2,740-2,615-3,8650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,055$23,895$28,405$19,010
Cost Above Minimum$160$0$4,510$0
Total Invoice$25,757$25,313$31,013$18,040
Adjustments for Features-2,634-2,497-3,7140
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,123$22,816$27,299$18,040
Cost Above Minimum$307$0$4,483$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Model Year2016201620162012
ModelBeetleBeetleBeetleSonic
Trim1.8T SEL1.8T DuneR-Line SELLTZ
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100  
6-speed manual  $150 
5-speed manual   $0
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows   $200
Proximity key$250$250$250 
Remote app$25$25$25 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150$150$150 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0 
Blind spot warning system$200 $200 
Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear$100 $100 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 $100 
Knee airbag, driver   $75
Knee airbag, passenger   $75
Obstacle detection, front $150  
Obstacle detection, rear $250  
Rear side airbags   $300
Rearview camera$200$200$200 
Rollover sensor   $50
Secondary collision brake assist$25$25$25 
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200  
Dual-zone climate control $125  
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15 
Rear wiper   $175
Exterior 
Larger rear spoiler $200  
Painted brake calipers (optional)  $0 
Rear spoiler$200 $200$200
Wheel-lip moldings $75  
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100$100$100 
App support$0$0$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100$100$100 
HD radio$50$50$50 
Mirrorlink support$0$0$0 
Navigation system$600 $600 
SD Card slot$25$25$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation   $225
Traffic + travel information$25 $25 
Voice control for audio system $25  
Voice control for nav and audio$100 $100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150$150 
Boost gauge  $75 
Chronometer  $100 
Cornering lights $50$50 
Digital instruments   $0
Fog lights $125$125$125
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25 
Xenon HID headlights  $500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100 
Leather door panel trim  $250 
Leather seating surfaces  $900 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50 
Metal pedals  $75 
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0  $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Raised heavy-duty suspension $0  
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Total Value of Features$4,165$4,040$5,290$1,425
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,740$2,615$3,865$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,634-2,497-3,7140

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Model Year20162012
ModelBeetleSonic
Body2dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase100.0 in99.4 in
Length168.4 in159.0 in
Width71.2 in68.3 in
Height58.5 in59.7 in
Curb Weight3,013 lb.2,691 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.12.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in53.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in51.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room49.0 in53.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in51.6 in
Row 2 Legroom31.4 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.4 ft319.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
29.9 ft347.7 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T Dune

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200No
Sunroof900Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Proximity key250No
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90049%
Total Not Requested92551%

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 Hatchbacks and Convertibles.
See TrueDelta's information for all Volkswagen models.