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Chevrolet Aveo Hatchback 1.6 i 16V (106 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)
Hatchback Overview:
Chevrolet Aveo (Hatchback). With 145 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1090 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. 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.
1.6 i 16V (106 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides a noticeable power increase over the 1.4L, offering more confident overtaking and a slightly more relaxed highway experience.
Fuel Economy
Likely slightly less economical than the 1.4L, but still offers reasonable fuel consumption for its improved output.
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:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Aveo |
| Generation: | Hatchback |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 i 16V (106 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2007 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 106 Hp @ 5800 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 66.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 145 Nm @ 3600 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| 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 |
| Coolant: | 6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.3 kg/Hp, 97.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.5 kg/Nm, 133 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1090 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 980 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 220 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3880 mm mm |
| Width: | 1670 mm mm |
| Height: | 1495 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2480 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1450 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1410 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.8 m |
| 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 | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 185/60 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 14 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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