Sonar

About Sonar

Sonar is Perplexity's efficient search-augmented model, providing real-time web search capability at accessible pricing. As the standard tier of Perplexity's search models, it delivers accurate, cited responses for general queries while optimizing for cost and speed. Sonar actively searches the internet when needed, providing current information with source attribution. The model excels at factual queries, basic research, and questions requiring recent information. It features intelligent search triggering that balances accuracy with efficiency. Sonar is ideal for high-volume applications where search-augmented responses add value without premium pricing. For developers building AI assistants that need occasional access to current information, Sonar provides practical search capability without the cost of flagship models. It's particularly valuable for customer support, general knowledge assistants, and applications serving users who expect accurate, current responses.

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🚀 Quick Start

Get started with Sonar API

from openai import OpenAI

client = OpenAI(
    base_url="https://api.provider.com/v1",
    api_key="YOUR_API_KEY"
)

response = client.chat.completions.create(
    model="perplexity/sonar",
    messages=[
        {"role": "user", "content": "Hello!"}
    ]
)
print(response.choices[0].message.content)

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