Insurance Group: 14
MPG: 51.3
CO2: 130
0-62 Mph: 12.8 secs
BHP: 83 BHP
Range: 508 miles
PROS: The Aveo was awarded the maximum five star rating by NCAP. It has fairly good fuel efficiency.
CONS: This small family car only has three doors and this can often be a nuisance for families. It does not offer alloy wheels, electric door mirrors, or leather seating.
Unfortunately, noise refinement of the engines is low as they need to be pushed hard in order to achieve results. This means there is some disturbance experienced within the cabin, limiting the smoothness of the drive. The dimensions of the car should make it agile on the road but heavy steering impairs this and body lean is also noticeable. However, the suspension does do a good job of eliminating the effect of bumps and imperfections in the road.
The car can reach a top speed of 106mph, which is average for a small family car. It is sluggish at making speed as it takes 12.8 seconds for this vehicle to travel from 0mph to 62mph. The car’s power output is weak at 83bhp, and its torque is equally small at 84 lb-ft.
This car has very little equipment provided as standard, and very little is offered at an extra cost to enhance the vehicle.
Electric door mirrors are not offered with this car, but electric front windows are provided. It also comes with MP3 connectivity and alloy wheels to enhance its exterior appearance.
Air conditioning is available as a cost option for £410 while metallic paint costs £375.
The cars practicality is not ideal. It can seat five occupants but has three-door access, which can be inconvenient for rear passengers. The car’s boot space is generous for a small car as when the rear seats are upright as there is just 220 litres, however when the rear seats are folded there is a more generous 980 litres.
The car's safety has been well constructed. It is fitted with a driver airbag, passenger airbag as well as airbags in the front side area of the vehicle. In terms of secuirty the Aveo comes as standard with central locking and an alarm.
Chevrolet provide a favourable 5 year warranty for up to 100,000 miles.
The Chevrolet Aveo 1.2 S 3dr can be bought brand new for £9,195. This is a typical price for a small family car that does not provide or offer great technological features.
Despite the lack of additional features and equipment the car has favourable running costs.
It produces 130g/km of CO2 emissions, which is respectable. The Aveo is very economical as it performs on average at 51.3mpg, which will reward drivers massively when it comes to refuelling.
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