Chevrolet Aveo Hatchback 1.4 i 16V (94 Hp)


Overall Rating

6.9 / 10
Safety 3.0 / 5
Engine 3.8 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 3.0 / 5
Comfort 3.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

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 (~9.1 l/100km). Weighing only 1060 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.1 s). The top speed reaches 176 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.

Safety Rating
Euro NCAP Year 2006
Adult Occupant N/A
Stars 3
Expert Note:
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 (94 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 3 stars

Performance Verdict

Provides a decent balance of power and acceleration, feeling reasonably sprightly for urban and suburban driving.

Fuel Economy

Fuel economy is acceptable but not class-leading, falling short of the more efficient 101hp variant.

Best Use Case: City and suburban driving, offering a good compromise between performance and cost.

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):1.4 i 16V (94 Hp)
Start of production:2004
End of production:2007
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:94 Hp @ 6300 rpm.
Power per litre:67.2 Hp/l
Torque:131 Nm @ 4400 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:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:3.75 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:77.9 mm
Piston Stroke:73.4 mm
Compression ratio:9.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:9.1 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:7.1 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:11.1 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:11.1 sec
Maximum speed:176 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:11.3 kg/Hp, 88.7 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:8.1 kg/Nm, 123.6 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:10.5 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1060
Max. weight:1535
Max load:475
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 ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDrum [bad for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size155/80 R13
Wheel rims size5J x 13
Front suspensionSpring Strut
Rear suspensionTorsion

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