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Chevrolet Aveo Hatchback 1.4 i 16V (101 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Chevrolet Aveo:
The Chevrolet Aveo is a five-seater, front-drive subcompact car marketed by General Motors since 2002 over two generations. Originally developed by South Korean manufacturer Daewoo Motors and marketed as the Daewoo Kalos , the takeover of Daewoo by GM to form GM Daewoo Auto & Technology resulted in the car's marketing in 120 countries under seven brands — prominently as the Chevrolet Aveo....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Hatchback Overview:
Chevrolet Aveo (Hatchback). With 131 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.6 l/100km). Weighing only 1150 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.3 s). The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Aveo (tested as Kalos, which shares the platform) received a 3-star Euro NCAP rating in 2006 for adult occupant protection, indicating an acceptable but not class-leading safety performance for its time.
1.4 i 16V (101 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate performance for city driving, though the automatic transmission introduces a slight delay and dulls acceleration compared to the manual.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is slightly higher than the manual version, which is typical for an older automatic gearbox, making it less efficient.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable purchase price and running costs (for certain engines)
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Simple, proven mechanicals lead to decent reliability
- • Easy to maneuver in urban environments
Cons:
- • Uninspiring performance, especially with lower-powered engines
- • Basic interior quality and limited features
- • Dated safety rating compared to modern standards
- • Some engine variants are less fuel-efficient than competitors
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Hatchback: 2004 - 2007).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Aveo |
| Generation: | Hatchback |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 i 16V (101 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2008 |
| End of production: | 2011 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 101 Hp @ 6400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 72.2 Hp/l [40mm more] |
| Torque: | 131 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LDT More details about the engine LDT |
| Engine displacement: | 1399 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 77.9 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 73.4 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.4 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.4 kg/Hp, 87.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.8 kg/Nm, 113.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1150 |
| Max. weight: | 1548 |
| Max load: | 398 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 980 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 220 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3920 mm [40mm more] |
| Width: | 1670 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1495 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2480 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1450 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1410 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 5.5 J x 14; 6.0 J x 15 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 14; 6.0J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Torsion |
| Rear suspension | McPherson |
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