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2012 Chevrolet Sonic
VIN
3C3CFFBR7CT211752
Typical market price
$5,940
68 comparable listings
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Last listed by Showcase Auto Group
Sacramento, CA 94262
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Market price range
Based on 68 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of October 1, 2026Below market
$3,795
Typical price
$5,940
Above market
$7,830
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Listings
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Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Showcase Auto Group | Sacramento, CA 94262 | $6,995 | 47,085 mi | 2026-03-12 | 112 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 3C3CFFBR7CT211752Engine
Drivetrain
FWD/Front-Wheel Drive
Body
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Fuel
Gasoline
Doors
2
Model year
2012
Made by
CHRYSLER DE MEXICO TOLUCA
Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Combined
28
MPG
City
24
MPG
Highway
34
MPG
$1,660
/yr est. fuel
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 28 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2012 Chevrolet Sonic likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Fuel
$8,300
Insurance
$6,800
Maintenance & repairs
$7,000
Total, 5 years
$22,100
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2012 Chevrolet Sonic has 7 recall campaigns as of September 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 28 MPG.
Overall
★★★★★
5 of 5 · NHTSA
Frontal crash
★★★★★
5 of 5 · NHTSA
Side crash
★★★★★
5 of 5 · NHTSA
Rollover
★★★★☆
4 of 5 · NHTSA
Tested configuration: 2012 Chevrolet Sonic 5 DR FWD
7 recall campaigns on this model year
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EQUIPMENTGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Buick Encore all-wheel-drive vehicles manufactured August 23, 2012, to September 9, 2013; Verano vehicles…NHTSA campaign 14V417000
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POWER TRAINGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured March 1, 2012, to June 29, 2012, and equipped with a 6 speed automatic…NHTSA campaign 14V315000
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AIR BAGSGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Buick Verano vehicles manufactured December 2, 2011 to July, 16, 2012, Chevrolet Cruze vehicles manufactured December…NHTSA campaign 14V300000
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 2012 Chevrolet Sonic from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed September 26, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2012 Chevrolet Sonic over the last 6 months — the market firmed $501 in that span.
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $4,999 |
| May 2026 | $5,775 |
| June 2026 | $5,300 |
| July 2026 | $5,224 |
| August 2026 | $5,492 |
| September 2026 | $5,500 |
A little comparison goes a long way
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Compare 2012 Chevrolet Sonic with other models from the same year. Choose the trims that matter to you.
As of October 1, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic in this catalog, the 2012 Ford Fiesta has the lowest median asking price ($5,133, 90 listings with photos) and the 2012 Fiat 500 the highest ($5,995, 192 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot October 1, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.
Your comparison starting point
2012 Chevrolet Sonic
All trims · United States
$5,295Comparison catalog median · 131 listings with photos in the comparison sample
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Middle 50%: $4,499–$6,472
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$700 higher median
2012 Fiat 500
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$5,995Median asking price · 192 qualifying listings
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$162 lower median
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$5,133Median asking price · 90 qualifying listings
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$212 higher median
2012 Hyundai Accent
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$5,507Median asking price · 84 qualifying listings
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2012 Dodge Avenger
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Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Chevrolet Sonic All trims | $5,295 | $4,499–$6,472 | 131 |
| 2012 Ford Focus All trims | $5,795 | $4,500–$6,990 | 502 |
| 2012 Fiat 500 All trims | $5,995 | $4,695–$7,485 | 192 |
| 2012 Ford Fiesta All trims | $5,133 | $3,900–$6,015 | 90 |
| 2012 Hyundai Accent All trims | $5,507 | $4,599–$6,988 | 84 |
| 2012 Dodge Avenger All trims | $5,988 | $3,995–$7,237 | 98 |
What these prices mean
Only catalog listings with photos are included. Trim names do not verify equivalent equipment. Prices are asking prices, not completed sales. Alternatives share the body style and class of the source model; the nearest model years are used when the same year has too few listings. Price differences are not a valuation adjustment or guaranteed savings.
Snapshot: October 1, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 0 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.
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Market by model year
What 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 | 167 | $11,100 | 100% | 80,514 mi |
| 2019 | 165 | $9,995 | 90% | 93,295 mi |
| 2018 | 126 | $9,006 | 81% | 91,353 mi |
| 2017 | 239 | $7,577 | 68% | 108,563 mi |
| 2016 | 219 | $6,995 | 63% | 104,667 mi |
| 2015 | 306 | $6,995 | 63% | 107,801 mi |
| 2014 | 201 | $5,999 | 54% | 115,512 mi |
| 2013 | 189 | $5,495 | 50% | 112,191 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
