2012 Chevrolet Sonic CUV/Mini SUV in the works?

2012 Chevrolet Sonic CUV Spyshot

Even as the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan and Hatchback will arrive in India sometime later this year, GM seems to be working on a conpact UV variant of the Chevrolet Sonic. AutoBlog is carrying heavily camouflaged spyshots of a possible Crossover variant of the Chevrolet Sonic. This variant might be aimed at the growing breed of compact SUVs that will soon make an appearance as emission and efficiency norms tighten across the world.

While Mahindra is readying up the Mahindra Xylo Mini SUV for an Indian launch sometime in the near future, the Nissan Juke and similar vehicles from other car manufacturers are also expected to make the cut in the near future. All of this sounds very practical in a country like India where the market for a five seater diesel powered Compact SUV to counter bad roads and one that is frugal enough amidst the increasing fuel prices could be a very welcome proposition in the Indian car market.