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Chevrolet Aveo Hatchback 1.4 i 16V (101 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 131 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.9 l/100km). Weighing only 1145 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.9 s). The top speed reaches 175 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.
1.4 i 16V (101 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a good balance of power for its class, providing adequate acceleration for city driving and acceptable highway cruising without feeling strained.
Fuel Economy
Achieves commendable fuel economy for a naturally aspirated petrol engine of its era, especially efficient on extra-urban cycles.
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(Sedan: 2004 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Aveo |
| Generation: | Hatchback |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 i 16V (101 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2008 |
| End of production: | 2011 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| 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: | 6.3 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: | 7.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.3 kg/Hp, 88.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.7 kg/Nm, 114.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1145 |
| Max. weight: | 1543 |
| 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 | 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 | 185/55 R 15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.0J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Torsion |
| Rear suspension | McPherson |
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