Key Investment Facts
✓ Data verified · 2026-04-12 · Confidence: 80%
Initial Investment
$1.2M–$3.5M
Franchise Fee
$45K
Royalty Rate
5.00%
Avg Unit Revenue
$1.5M
Total Units
3,500
Annual Growth
+80 units/yr
Franchisee Satisfaction Score
64.0/100
About Sonic Drive-In
Classic drive-in restaurant with carhop service.
Training Program: 6 weeks of initial training included.
Item 19 (Financial Performance Representation): Available — franchisees can view historical earnings data.
Tags: drive-in, burgers, established
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⚠️ Data is for educational reference only. Verify all figures with the franchisor's official Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). FranchiseStack does not provide investment advice. Last reviewed 2026-04-12.