The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic has only been on the road since the end of last year, but already it's making a huge splash in the small car segment, racking up award after award and dominating one top ten list after another.  It's no wonder.  This subcompact covers all the bases, with an extremely fuel efficient 40 MPG, sporty 138 horsepower, class-leading 10 airbags, stylish options, and low price tag.  Here's an overview of some of the noteworthy consumer and automotive sites that have been taking notice of the Chevrolet Sonic since its recent debut.

Kelley Blue Book
Kelley Blue Book is one of the most trusted resources for car pricing and expert advice.  The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic ranked #5 in KBB's "10 Coolest Cars Under $18,000" and #3 in its "10 Best Back-to-School Cars of 2012."  KBB reviewers praised the Sonic's sporty design, vibrant colors, peppy yet fuel-efficient engine, and said that it "booms with exuberance."

Edmunds.com
Edmunds.com provides information for car shoppers and car owners alike.  The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic ranked in two of this site's top ten lists, scoring high in the "Best Family Vehicles for 2012" and "Best Cars for College Students."  Edmunds touts the Sonic as having "a winning blend of power, comfort and fuel efficiency."

About.com
An affiliate of The New York Times Company, About.com provides a valuable resource of expert, quality content for consumers.  The Chevrolet Sonic appeared in two of its recent lists, with solid rankings in the "Ten Best Cars for Teens" and "Best New Cars of 2012."  Auto reviewer Aaron Gold had great things to say about this vehicle: "It's good looking, enjoyable to drive, and it has a simple, straightforward control layout that promotes distraction-free driving."

Car and Driver
Car and Driver is one of the most iconic automotive enthusiast magazines in American history.  Its online version, caranddriver.com, recently conducted a study of "Best Small Cars," with the Chevrolet Sonic ranking number two.  Testing the Turbo LTZ version, caranddriver.com loved the Sonic's light and quick steering, refined drivetrain, unique instrument panel, and most comfortable driver's seat of all the cars tested.

Time Magazine
A trusted news source for many generations, Time.com's overview of the "Top 10 Most Buzzed-About New Small Cars" brings with it the clout of the publication's firm stance in history.  It's no surprise, then, that the Chevrolet Sonic would make this prestigious list.  Time.com cites the Sonic's booming sales as proof enough, with record-breaking sales figures for 2012 and accounting for a whopping 14% of the subcompact segment.