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Chevrolet Aveo Hatchback 3d (facelift 2008) 1.4 i 16V (101 Hp) Automatic
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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)
Hatchback 3d (facelift 2008) Overview:
Chevrolet Aveo (Hatchback 3d (facelift 2008)). 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.
1.4 i 16V (101 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Convenient for urban driving, but the automatic transmission dulls performance and acceleration compared to the manual version.
Fuel Economy
Higher fuel consumption than the manual, but still acceptable for an automatic in its class, prioritizing ease of driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy (especially 1.2L)
- • Compact dimensions ideal for city driving
- • Affordable purchase and running costs
- • Practical hatchback cargo space
- • Refreshed exterior styling post-facelift
Cons:
- • Modest performance, especially with the 1.2L engine
- • Basic interior materials and features
- • Dated automatic transmission performance
- • Average safety rating compared to modern standards
- • Noticeable road and wind noise at higher speeds
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Sedan: 2004 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Aveo |
| Generation: | Hatchback 3d (facelift 2008) |
| 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: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 101 Hp @ 6400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 72.2 Hp/l [315mm less] |
| 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 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 77.9 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 73.4 mm 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 mm [315mm less] |
| Width: | 1670 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1495 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2480 mm 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 | 5.5J x 14; 6.0J x 15 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 14; 6.0J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Torsion |
| Rear suspension | McPherson |
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