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Chevrolet Aveo III Hatchback 1.5 (99 Hp)
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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 Hatchback Overview:
Chevrolet Aveo (III Hatchback). With 140 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.25 l/100km). Weighing only 1120 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 160 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.
1.5 (99 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers sufficient power for daily commuting and urban driving, though highway overtaking requires planning due to its naturally aspirated nature.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel efficiency for a petrol engine of its size, making it an economical choice for daily use and longer trips.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy for a petrol engine
- • Practical and spacious hatchback design
- • Strong value for money in its segment
- • Simple and proven mechanicals for reliability
- • Maneuverable for urban environments
Cons:
- • Modest performance, especially on highways
- • Interior materials might feel basic to some
- • Limited advanced driver-assistance systems
- • CVT can be unrefined under heavy acceleration
- • Ride comfort can be firm on rough roads
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Sedan (facelift 2015): 2015 - 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Aveo |
| Generation: | III Hatchback |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (99 Hp) |
| Start of production: | April, 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 99 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 66.7 Hp/l [145mm less] |
| Torque: | 140 Nm @ 3400-4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LAR LZW7157EBYA More details about the engine LAR LZW7157EBYA |
| 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 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84.7 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.8-6.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.8-4.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.9-5.5 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.3 kg/Hp, 88.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8 kg/Nm, 125 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1120 |
| Max. weight: | 1530 |
| Max load: | 410 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4170 mm mm [145mm less] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [14mm less] |
| Height: | 1490 mm mm [16mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2550 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1482 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1488 mm |
| Front overhang: | 885 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 735 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 125 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 13.5° |
| Departure angle: | 22° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| 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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