Recommendation For Flat-Towing A 2018 Chevrolet Sonic

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Is the setup for the 2018 chevy sonic the same as for a 2016-17 chevy sonic? Looking to flat tow a 2018 and want to make sure parts are available before I buy.

asked by: Dan S

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Yes. It is similar and particular parts for 2018 are available. To flat tow a 2018 Chevrolet Sonic, you will need base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, wiring, a braking system, and maybe a high-low hitch adapter.

For base plates, I recommend the Roadmaster EZ4 Base Plate Kit with Removable Arms, Item # RM-523192-4 for the sedan with 1.8L engine or Item # RM-523194-4 for the hatchback with 1.8L engine. If you get a sedan with a 1.4L turbo engine then I recommend the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit with Removable Arms, Item # BX1703.

For a tow bar, I recommend the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar, Item # RM-522, for the sedan and hatchback Sonic with a 1.8L engine. It is very dependable and easy to hook up. For safety cables, I recommend Roadmaster Safety Cables, Item # RM-645. For the Sonic with a 1.4L turbo engine, I recommend the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar, Item # BX7380, which has safety cables included.

For brake and tail lights, I recommend the Roadmaster Bulb and Socket Kit, Item # RM-155. This kit is a completely independent system from your vehicle's lighting system that mounts inside your tail light lens housing. Fuses must be pulled while towing the Sonic. To make dealing with fuses as simple as flipping a switch, I recommend getting the fuse bypasses like Item # RM76511 and Item # RM76512.

Most states require a supplemental braking system in the vehicle being flat towed. I recommend the SMI Stay-IN-Play Proportional System, Item # SM99251. The SMI has a one time setup and works proportionally with your RV's brake lights. You will also need a Stop Light Switch, Item # RM-751457, for the braking system to work properly.

A high-low hitch adapter may also be needed to keep your vehicle fairly level while being flat towed. A "safe zone" of 3 inches above or 3 inches below level must be maintained while towing a vehicle. High-low adapters provide necessary rise or drop to get into the "safe zone". I have attached a link to our available selections.

I have included links to additional information and videos to help you with your project. Be sure to consult the vehicle owner's manual for recommendations and suggestions for flat towing your vehicle.

expert reply by: Brint H

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Answer 1

The online manual for a 2019 Chevy Sonic shows no restrictions for any model for flat towing. There are some steps listed that you will need to follow to get your Sonic ready to tow so you&#39;ll want to refer to your owner&#39;s…

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Answer 2

Sure thing! For your 2020 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback, you're going to need: -A base plate kit, Blue Ox Base Plate Kit #BX1703, -A tow bar, the Curt Rambler Steel Tow Bar for Curt and Blue Ox Base Plates #C26FR, -A wiring kit, Roadmaster Tail…

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Answer 3

Looking at the owners manual online for the 2013 Chevy Sonic, it looks like as long as you do not have an RS model with automatic transmission it can be flat towed or towed on a dolly. If it is an RS automatic you will need to have it on a trailer…

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From what I was able to find in the owner's manual for the 2020 Chevy Sonic LT, it does appear that this vehicle can be flat towed; there is a note that explains the following procedure for the models with an automatic transmission:…

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Yes your 2019 Chevy Sonic turbo can be flat towed with the Blue Ox base plate kit part #BX1703. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The…

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Answer 6

I do believe we can help you get this figured out. According to the owner's manual that I was able to find online, you don't want the car running while you're flat towing your 2020 Nissan Versa and it needs to be started back…

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Answer 7

When it comes to choosing between the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR and the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524, these systems are extremely similar in their setup and functionality. Both of these systems provide proportional braking in a compact and easy to…

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The first thing you'll need to flat tow your 2015 Chevy Malibu LS is a base plate kit like the Roadmaster part #RM-523178-5 that is a confirmed fit. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables,…

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Answer 9

Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this…

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Answer 10

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Gladly! The difference between the Blue Ox Patriot 3 Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System BRK2019 and the Blue Ox Patriot Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System #BLU37TR is that the Blue Ox Patriot 3 RBRK2019 is older, no longer available,…

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Answer 12

There are a few differences between the Demco Demco Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System w/ Wireless Coachlink Monitor #DM86VR and the Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System #RM-8700. The biggest difference between the two is…

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