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Chevrolet Aveo Sedan 1.6 i 16V (106 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)
Sedan Overview:
Chevrolet Aveo (Sedan). With 145 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1100 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 175 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Aveo (tested as Daewoo Kalos) achieved a modest 3-star Euro NCAP rating for adult occupant protection in 2006, indicating acceptable but not class-leading safety performance for its time.
1.6 i 16V (106 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most potent engine in the lineup, providing adequate power for both city and highway driving. Offers the best overall performance.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is reasonable for its power, though not class-leading. A good balance between performance and running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable purchase price
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Simple, easy-to-maintain mechanics
- • Good fuel economy on some trims
Cons:
- • Basic interior quality and materials
- • Modest performance, especially with smaller engines
- • Below-average safety rating compared to modern standards
- • Limited refinement and driving dynamics
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Aveo |
| Generation: | Sedan |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 i 16V (106 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| 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: | 10.4 kg/Hp, 96.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.6 kg/Nm, 131.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1100 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 375 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4235 mm mm |
| Width: | 1670 mm mm |
| Height: | 1495 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2480 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1450 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1410 mm |
| 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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