A member of the
Cars.com family
A member of the
Cars.com family
Comfort
The Volkswagen Golf offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Chevrolet Sonic.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Volkswagen Golf and the Chevrolet Sonic in the front seats.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Volkswagen Golf as you will with the Chevrolet Sonic, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Volkswagen Golf is somewhat more expensive than the Chevrolet Sonic.
Another consideration is the Destination Charge, which is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle to the dealer from where it's built. The Volkswagen Golf and the Chevrolet Sonic have similar Destination Charges.
Dimensions
Since the Volkswagen Golf is much wider than the Chevrolet Sonic, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Volkswagen Golf, which is slightly longer than the Chevrolet Sonic.
Drivetrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Volkswagen Golf does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Chevrolet Sonic.
Handling
The Volkswagen Golf has about the same turning radius as the Chevrolet Sonic, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Volkswagen Golf is somewhat more powerful than the Chevrolet Sonic.
Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Volkswagen Golf and the Chevrolet Sonic.
You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries into the Volkswagen Golf as you will in the Chevrolet Sonic.
Warranty
The Volkswagen Golf comes with essentially the same basic warranty as the Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare the 2013 Volkswagen Golf and the 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 
|
2013 Volkswagen
|
2013 Chevrolet
|
| Cash Back Rebate: | Visit Rebate Center | Up to $500 |
| Low APR Loan: | As low as 0.90% | -- |
| Lease Incentive: | -- | -- |
| City MPG: | 23 - 30 | 25 - 27 |
| Highway MPG: | 31 - 42 | 33 - 35 |
| Engine(s): | Inline-4, Inline-5 | Inline-4 |
| Seating Capacity: | 5 - 5 | 5 - 5 |
| Basic Warranty: | 3 years/36,000 miles | 3 years/36,000 miles |
Safety Rating: Front 
Vehicle safety data is provided by IIHS, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, an independent, nonprofit, scientific, and educational organization dedicated to reducing deaths and injuries on the nation's highways.
|
Acceptable | Good |
| Safety Rating: Side
Vehicle safety data is provided by IIHS, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, an independent, nonprofit, scientific, and educational organization dedicated to reducing deaths and injuries on the nation's highways.
|
Good | Good |
| Safety Rating: Rear
Vehicle safety data is provided by IIHS, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, an independent, nonprofit, scientific, and educational organization dedicated to reducing deaths and injuries on the nation's highways.
|
Good | Good |
| Invoice*: | $17,371 - $24,192 | $14,415 - $20,397 |
Days on Lot measures the average number of days a model sits on a dealer's lot before it's sold. This is one predictor of a dealer's willingness to negotiate.
Use Car Chooser from NewCars.com to narrow your new car search by body type, price, make, fuel economy and much more!
Compare your contenders side by side and review the details of each new car you've filtered down to. See available styles, options, rebates and incentives for the models you're looking at.
There's no other tool quite like it!
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Certain specifications, prices and equipment data have been provided under license from Chrome Data Solutions ("Chrome Data").© 2013 Chrome Data Solutions, LP. All Rights Reserved. This information is supplied for personal use only and may not be used for any commercial purpose whatsoever without the express written consent of Chrome Data. Chrome Data makes no guarantee or warranty, either expressed or implied, including without limitation any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, with respect to the data presented here. All specifications, prices and equipment are subject to change without notice.
