2016 Chevrolet Sonic LS
1G1JA5SH9G4158186
This vehicle is no longer listed. The figures below describe the market for this build.
Last listed by Progressive Casualty Insurance
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Market price range
Based on 13 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 6, 2026Listings
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Estimate the monthly payment at the typical market price ($5,600)
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1G1JA5SH9G4158186Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 30 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2016 Chevrolet Sonic likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2016 Chevrolet Sonic has 2 recall campaigns as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 30 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2016 Chevrolet Sonic 4 DR FWD
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEMGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax, and 2013-2015 Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio.NHTSA campaign 16V422000
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EQUIPMENTGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax vehicles and 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media…NHTSA campaign 16V257000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2016 Chevrolet Sonic from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 27, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2016 Chevrolet Sonic over the last 6 months — the market firmed $500 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $6,995 |
| May 2026 | $7,389 |
| June 2026 | $7,279 |
| July 2026 | $6,950 |
| August 2026 | $7,485 |
| September 2026 | $7,495 |
How it compares to rivals
Median asking price for comparable body styles listed near this car| Model | Median price | For sale nearby | vs this car |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Chevrolet Sonic LS (this car) | $5,600 | 13 | — |
| 2016 Toyota Corolla | $12,278 | 26 | +$6,678 |
| 2016 Honda Civic | $12,948 | 26 | +$7,348 |
| 2018 Toyota Camry | $14,400 | 26 | +$8,800 |
| 2018 Ford Fusion | $8,429 | 22 | +$2,829 |
| 2017 Nissan Altima | $6,995 | 19 | +$1,395 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
Gen 1 · 2012–2020What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 165 | $10,775 | 100% | 79,568 mi |
| 2019 | 139 | $9,888 | 92% | 92,609 mi |
| 2018 | 106 | $8,340 | 77% | 93,250 mi |
| 2017 | 192 | $7,440 | 69% | 107,373 mi |
| 2016 | 220 | $6,995 | 65% | 105,884 mi |
| 2015 | 262 | $6,995 | 65% | 107,163 mi |
| 2014 | 168 | $5,999 | 56% | 115,151 mi |
| 2013 | 202 | $5,485 | 51% | 118,183 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
