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Chevrolet Aveo III Sedan 1.5 (99 Hp) CVT
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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)
III Sedan Overview:
Chevrolet Aveo (III Sedan). With 140 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1190 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 160 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.5 (99 Hp) CVT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Smooth power delivery for city driving due to the CVT, though it might lead to some engine drone under hard acceleration. Performance remains modest.
Fuel Economy
Maintains strong fuel efficiency, offering a good balance of convenience and running costs, ideal for stop-and-go traffic.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy for its class
- • Practical sedan body with 5 seats and decent boot space
- • Affordable purchase price and low running costs
- • Maneuverable and easy to park in urban environments
Cons:
- • Modest engine performance, especially on highways
- • Basic interior features and materials compared to some rivals
- • Limited advanced safety technology (likely for its target markets)
- • Potential for engine noise under heavy acceleration with the CVT
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III Hatchback: April, 2023 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Aveo |
| Generation: | III Sedan |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (99 Hp) CVT |
| Start of production: | June, 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 99 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 66.7 Hp/l [320mm more] |
| Torque: | 140 Nm @ 3400-4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LAR LZW7157EGYB More details about the engine LAR LZW7157EGYB |
| Engine displacement: | 1485 |
| 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: | DVCT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 74.7 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84.7 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.9-6.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.7-4.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.9-5.6 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12 kg/Hp, 83.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.5 kg/Nm, 117.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1190 |
| Max. weight: | 1600 |
| Max load: | 410 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4490 mm [320mm more] |
| Width: | 1695 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1490 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2550 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1482 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1488 mm |
| Front overhang: | 885 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1055 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 125 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 13.5° |
| Departure angle: | 15° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | CVT |
| Front brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 185/60 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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