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Chevrolet Aveo Hatchback 1.2 i (72 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)
Hatchback Overview:
Chevrolet Aveo (Hatchback). With 104 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.4 l/100km). Weighing only 990 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.7 s). The top speed reaches 157 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.
1.2 i (72 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The entry-level engine, it is underpowered for anything beyond city driving, with slow acceleration making highway merging challenging.
Fuel Economy
Offers decent fuel economy for an entry-level engine, making it a cost-effective option for strictly urban commuters.
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: 2003 - 2007).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Aveo |
| Generation: | Hatchback |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 i (72 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2004 |
| End of production: | 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 72 Hp @ 5400 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 62.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 104 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1150 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.2 l |
| Coolant: | 4.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 68.5 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 78 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 157 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.8 kg/Hp, 72.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.5 kg/Nm, 105.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 990 |
| Max. weight: | 1455 |
| Max load: | 465 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 980 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 220 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3880 mm [Same length.] |
| 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): | 9.8 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 | 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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