11 Best New Cars Costing Under $20,000
7) Chevrolet Sonic
The Chevrolet Sonic ranks number two on U.S. News’ list of best subcompact cars. This car was redesigned for 2017, including new front and rear fascias on the dashboards. Plus, all Sonics now come with a 7-inch touchscreen. The Sonic has a number of features that you won’t find in many other subcompacts, including Apple CarPlay and a rearview camera. It’s agile on the road, and it’s nimble enough to easily go around tight corners. Its base engine is a 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine, and you can upgrade to a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine that will give you more torque and better fuel economy. There are a few different transmission choices to go with these engines: 5-speed manual, 6-speed manual, and 6-speed automatic. The Sonic is available as both a sedan, starting at $15, 145, and a hatchback with a base price of $17,580.
