NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Chevrolet Sonic
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Chevrolet Sonic is a subcompact sedan aimed at budget-conscious urban drivers and first-time car buyers who need practical, maneuverable transportation without a large footprint. Slotting below the Cruze in GM's lineup, the 2019 to 2020 Sonic competes in one of the most price-sensitive segments in the American market, where safety credentials can genuinely set one entry apart from another.
The 2019 Chevrolet Sonic earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 92 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Both frontal and side crash protection reached the full 5 stars. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally position the Sonic as a no-frills, entry-level choice that punches above its price point in structural integrity. Most acknowledge its tight interior and modest feature set while recognizing that its crash-test results give it credibility in a segment where safety performance can vary widely between competing models.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14015
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
8 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.