Jaidah Automotive has announced the arrival the all-new 2012 model Chevrolet Sonic to Qatar. “We’re excited to bring the all-new 2012 Chevrolet Sonic to Qatar,” Jaidah Automotive general manager Abdulkareem Mai said of the new arrival.“It’s a remarkable car, delivering the goods on a number of levels, and fantastic value for money also. Our customers are going to love it, and it’s destined to become a massive success in this market.”Jaidah officials say the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic has an emphasis on safety, which is important anywhere but especially on the roads of Qatar where driving standards could best be described as ‘variable’. The Sonic is equipped with an array of safety features and sophisticated electronic control systems that are engineered to make it one of the safest vehicles in the small-car segment.The backbone of the 2012 Sonic’s safety design is its exceptionally strong body structure provided by a body-frame-integral (BFI) structure. The BFI design is a single, welded unit consisting of full-length, high-strength frame rails and a safety cage. This enables the Sonic to boast ‘best in class’ safety features while also providing a dynamic, engaging and enjoyable driving experience.Even in a hydrocarbon-rich country like Qatar, there remains the need to seek economy. Here, the Sonic delivers excellent fuel economy and a low carbon footprint, along with surprisingly agile performance and durability. The Sonic’s 1.6 litre engine is rated at 115 hp. Not only does this larger displacement provide more power, it also gives the Sonic strong acceleration characteristics and an immediate feeling of performance, even during low-speed driving. When combined with a manual transmission, the Sonic will reach a top speed of 189kPh, and acceleration is rated at 11.3 seconds (0-100 km/h). On a combined cycle, fuel consumption is just 6.6l per 100 km, with emissions at a tiny 156g/km. The Sonic is being offered as a five-door hatchback and a sedan, each delivering excellent ride and handling characteristics and a sporty and sophisticated design, as well as roominess and fuel efficiency.“The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is a really competent car. It’s practical, economical, priced to sell – and it it’s going to sell in numbers, there’s no doubt about that – and it has great safety characteristics,” Mai said. “Jaidah Automotive is committed to bringing the best of the world to Qatar – we’ve brought another great small car here and you need to come and check it out.”