Chevrolet Aveo Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

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4.11/5 Average
759 Total Reviews
Model Overview:

The Chevy Aveo was one of the first representatives of a new generation of inexpensive small cars that dawned in the 2000s as car shoppers began changing their buying habits to reflect rising gas prices and tough financial times. Unlike the penalty boxes of old, these small cars would sacrifice little in terms of reliability, features or comfort.

Having said that, the Aveo paled in comparison to later competitors. Built in Korea by GM-owned Daewoo, the Aveo was uninspiring to drive and saddled with subpar interior quality. A penalty box it was not, but it wasn't an object of desire, either. Eventually, Chevrolet discontinued the Aveo and replaced it with the vastly superior Sonic.

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The Chevy Aveo was available as a subcompact sedan or four-door hatchback called the Aveo5. Both debuted in 2004 and, apart from the subsequent minor face-lifts that occurred for the sedan in '07 and the hatchback in '09, didn't significantly change throughout its run.

From 2004-'08, every Aveo was powered by a 1.6-liter inline-4 that made 103 horsepower and 107 pound-feet of torque. For '09, it was bumped up to 107 hp and 106 lb-ft, while for 2010 those figures were revised to 108 hp and 104 lb-ft. Transmission choices were always a standard five-speed manual or optional four-speed automatic. Manual transmission gear ratios were altered for 2010 for improved fuel economy.

The Aveo's tall profile wasn't the most aesthetically pleasing when viewed from the outside, but it certainly paid dividends in terms of providing useful amounts of headroom and legroom. The Aveo's interior also provided a commanding view for all passengers, and a fully reclining front passenger seat and a 60/40-split-folding rear seat expanded cargo capacity. The sedan's trunk offered 12.4 cubic feet of storage space. The Aveo5 also had a fold-down rear seat, and it could carry up to 42 cubic feet of cargo.

In Chevrolet Aveo reviews, our editors found it to be the least appealing of contemporary subcompacts, particularly toward the end of its life. But as a used car purchase, the Aveo represents a pretty affordable way to get acceptable transportation. Strengths included a low price, ample headroom and logical control layout. Downsides included mediocre acceleration, an unrefined driving experience, subpar cabin quality and a sloppy gearshifter (this was the rare instance in the subcompact class where we would recommend the automatic). Shoppers will want to consider 2006 and later Aveos, as they have additional features such as side airbags, alloy wheels and cruise control.

User Reviews:

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  • Love my Aveo - 2004 Chevrolet Aveo
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    I just bought it only have 1000 mile on it. Lots of room on the inside. Get lots of looks when I drive around town since it is a new design by GM a lot of people have never seen one. GM is not doing any adds on TV has lot of pick-up hold the road on a windy day all in all quite surprised it isnt Cavleir thank god

  • Perfect first car! - 2005 Chevrolet Aveo
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    This is my first car (Im 22) and I love it! Fuel economy is excellent, and it provides a good drive. For a small car it can be quite zippy when you want it to be. Its easy to coax into high speeds for highway driving. The air conditioning is fast to cool you down in 90+ heat, and in Texas, you need that. Ive fit some tall friends in the back comfortably, and everybody loves it. Plus its just uber cute, and the Aveo has the best color selection, way better then the Ford Focus or Toyota Echo.

  • New car - 2005 Chevrolet Aveo
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    My Aveo is a nice vehicle for my purposes. I get great gas mileage. It handles well on the highway. It doesnt blow the doors off of anyone, but its got a little zip once it gets going. My only complaint is the steering pulls to the left a little.

  • One year with the Aveo - 2005 Chevrolet Aveo
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    I bought an automatic LS in Feb 2004. After one year I still like it just as much as when I bought it. It really is much bigger on the inside than it has a right to be. Seats 4 adults comfortably, even for long trips. The dashboard "trays" are really useful. I get 27 MPG mixed / 35 MPG highway. NO mechanical problems first year, one recall for rear seat belt guide.

  • Great Car, Excellent Value! - 2004 Chevrolet Aveo
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    Ok, if youre looking for a lot of car for a little money, then the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo SVM is for you! Definitely the most car for the money. Sporty, economical and COMFORTABLE!!!

  • Electrical Problems or LEMON? - 2004 Chevrolet Aveo
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    Leased 3 wks ago. Mileage aprx 400km/city. Overall great but worried about a poss. electric prob. 4 days after I got it battery died & most info I got was that they adjusted loose connection. It hasnt died a 2nd time: YET.Last few days every time I start it the digital clock has lost time: this tells me there is a prob: this is what happened right before the battery went last time. Prob seems intermittent, but Im hoping it dies again before my first 30 days are up so I can either break my lease or get a different vehicle. Maybe I got unlucky with a lemon, & it if werenÂ’t for the electrical prob I would give it an excellent rating on perform & design.

  • Chevy Aveo - 2004 Chevrolet Aveo
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    Great little car, fun to drive, and got lotsa compliments on it. One drawback: For a small car, the gas mileage leaves something to be desired.

  • Roomy efficient car - 2005 Chevrolet Aveo
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    Lots more head room than my older smal car (Ford Aspire). Better than expected insulation from outside noise. Can carry the whole family in the car.

  • new owner, replacing Geo Metro - 2004 Chevrolet Aveo
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    more power then Geo, but not as good mileage

  • My Car - 2005 Chevrolet Aveo
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    My Aveo is 2 months old and so far I love it. It is great on gas and runs well in the snow. I recommend this car to anyone who is looking for a compact car with a lot of room.

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