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" Closely resembling the Aveo RS Concept revealed at the 2010 Detroit Auto show, the 2013 Chevrolet Sonic fully delivers, with an on sale date for late 2012. Powered by the already available 1.4-liter turbo four and making 138 horsepower, the Sonic RS isn&amp;#039;t going to set any acceleration records, but it does supply an enjoyable torque curve.         2013 Chevrolet Sonic RS     What sets the RS apart from the regular Sonic? It&amp;#039;s available only as a 5-door, and its body carries a host of changes\u2014a unique front fascia, grille, rear fascia, spoiler, rocker moldings, twin exhaust outlets and 17-in. 5-spoke wheels. Hankook Optimo tires, size 205/50-R17, are found at each corner.         2013 Chevrolet Sonic RS     Disc brakes all around and a lowered, stiffened suspension will give the RS some cornering credibility, while sport seats, a thick-rim steering wheel and unique 6-speed manual shift knob give the interior a sporty feel.         2013 Chevrolet Sonic RS     However, we&amp;#039;ll reserve the right to call the Sonic RS &amp;quot;sporty&amp;quot; until after we drive it. But we certainly like the direction GM is headed\u2014focusing more on cornering performance than on big power. That the RS is offered with both the 6-speed manual and automatic is a bit of a surprise, as we suspect most RS buyers will opt for the manual.         2013 Chevrolet Sonic RS     With a base Sonic costing just $15,000, we expect the RS to perhaps squeak in just below $20,000. The turbo engine, 6-speed manual and standard MyLink infotainment system are expensive. But it wouldn&amp;#039;t be an RS without them. Look for a driving impression of the 2013 RS next summer. And make sure to see it on the stand at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show. "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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