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Chevrolet Aveo Sedan 1.4 i (83 Hp)
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)
Sedan Overview:
Chevrolet Aveo (Sedan). With 123 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.2 l/100km). Weighing only 1035 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.1 s). The top speed reaches 170 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.
The Aveo (tested as Daewoo Kalos) achieved a modest 3-star Euro NCAP rating for adult occupant protection in 2006, indicating acceptable but not class-leading safety performance for its time.
1.4 i (83 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A modest improvement over the 1.2L, offering slightly better acceleration and more confidence for suburban driving.
Fuel Economy
Acceptable fuel economy for its power, making it a decent compromise for daily commuting.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable purchase price
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Simple, easy-to-maintain mechanics
- • Good fuel economy on some trims
Cons:
- • Basic interior quality and materials
- • Modest performance, especially with smaller engines
- • Below-average safety rating compared to modern standards
- • Limited refinement and driving dynamics
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Hatchback: 2003 - 2007).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Aveo |
| Generation: | Sedan |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 i (83 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 83 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 59.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 123 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| 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: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.75 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 77.9 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 73.5 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.5 kg/Hp, 80.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.4 kg/Nm, 118.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1035 |
| Max. weight: | 1500 |
| Max load: | 465 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 375 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4235 mm [355mm 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 |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| 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 | 155/80 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 5J x 13 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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