Usually, when it comes to budget cars, many people recall the “Kia Rio” and “Solaris”. Yes, these machines are in high demand in the Russian market. However, they are far from being the last on the list. So, among high-quality and cheap cars, it is worth noting the Chevrolet Aveo. The machine appeared on the market almost 15 years ago, but is still relevant in the secondary market. What is a Chevrolet Aveo car? Owner reviews, specifications, and problems are discussed further in our article.
Appearance
The car has a very modest appearance. In front, the car received unremarkable headlights with separate turn signals, as well as a licked bumper.
A few years later, the car was restyled. So, the car has acquired new optics, a more prominent bumper and a wide chrome radiator grille. The rest of the car remained the same. By the way, the Chevrolet Aveo is one of the few B-class cars that has such wide wheel arches.
Are there any flaws in the body of the Chevrolet Aveo? Owner reviews say that the metal on this machine is very thin. He begins to bend literally from the effort of his hand. In the event of a small accident, the consequences will be serious. Metal bends very easily. The quality of painting a sedan is not the best. According to reviews, Chevrolet Aveo begins to rot after 5-6 years of operation. Particular attention should be paid to chips. If you do not paint them in time, the metal will rust, and the paint nearby will swell. The most vulnerable places of corrosion are the thresholds and the bottom of the doors, as well as the trunk lid in the area of ​​the chrome trim strip.
Sizes, clearance
The car has compact dimensions. So, the length of the Chevrolet Aveo is 4.31 meters, width - 1.71, height - 1.5 meters. Ground clearance - 16 centimeters. This is a good indicator, which along with a short base gives a good cross. But the Aveo has a very low bumper, because of which it can be damaged by climbing a steep bump or other obstacle.
Salon
The interior design at Aveo is as simple as the exterior. There are no exquisite shapes and lines. Everything is simple and practical. The driver’s landing is high, the steering wheel is adjustable. With any growth, you can easily reach all the keys and controls. The pedal assembly is also conveniently located. The instrument panel is a pointer, without an on-board computer. Acoustics are not in all trim levels. So, in the "base" there is only audio preparation. More advanced versions have a CD radio. Side mirrors - with an increased viewing angle and equipped with electric heating. But, as noted by reviews, this system over time ceases to work properly.
Heated seats and steering wheel are not here. Power windows are also not in all trim levels. The stove warms well. In the luxury versions there is air conditioning. It works properly, but for this it needs periodic refrigerant charge.
The plastic is mostly black, hard enough to the touch. Over time, he begins to rattle on the bumps. This drawback is inherent in all versions of the Chevrolet Aveo. Another minus is the narrow interior. Passengers will feel uncomfortable with the three of them on the back sofa. Only two can comfortably accommodate. But there is enough space overhead. Trunk volume is one of the smallest in the B-class and is only 320 liters. For comparison, the “Kia Rio” this figure reaches 390 liters, while the “Renault Logan” and at all 500.
Specifications
The car was equipped with different engines. All of them were gasoline for four cylinders. The base engine for the Chevrolet Aveo is 1.2 liters. Its power is 72 horsepower. What do Chevrolet Aveo 1.2 reviews say? The owners note that the power of this motor is clearly not enough for such a heavy car. According to reviews, the Chevrolet Aveo 1.49 liter will be the best option. This is an engine with an eight-valve head, developing 86 horsepower. But this is not the limit. In the maximum configuration, under the hood there is a motor for 106 forces. This is a 16-valve gasoline inline unit with a displacement of 1.6 liters.
What do the owners say about the engines of the Chevrolet Aveo car? If we talk about the last two, we can say that they have good power and torque. The machine is able to confidently stay in the stream. Acceleration to hundreds takes on average from 11.5 to 12.5 seconds. The maximum speed depending on the modification is from 170 to 175 kilometers per hour. As for the resource, the motors are quite hardy, which is why taxi drivers are so fond of them.
The service life of these engines can reach 500 thousand kilometers. However, on a run of 200 thousand, the owner may encounter wear of hydraulic lifters, which is why valves (both intake and exhaust) are not working properly. To delay this problem as much as possible, you should regularly change the oil and pour only a quality product.
Also, the oil seal of the camshaft loses its tightness by 200 thousand, which is why the engine on the Chevrolet Aveo begins to "snot". This does not affect oil consumption, but the presence of lubricant on the outside of the motor can attract all dirt and road dust. The cooling system at Aveo is working properly. However, after every third replacement of the timing belt, a new water pump must be installed. Its resource is approximately 180 thousand kilometers.
If we talk about consumption, many owners complain about the "gluttony" of the power units of the Chevrolet Aveo. Reviews say that for a hundred in the city, the car consumes from ten to thirteen liters of gasoline. In view of this, many owners install gas equipment. Consumption increases by only one liter on average, but fuel savings are almost double. However, when operating HBO, do not forget about the maintenance of the system. Periodically, you need to change the gas filter and drain the condensate from the gearbox. This is the only way the system will last a long time and properly.
Transmission
Most Aveos are equipped with a five-speed manual gearbox. But also there are versions on the machine. As an automatic transmission, the old four-band torque converter is used. What problems may the owner encounter while operating Chevrolet Aveo 2012? Reviews say that over time, the tightness of the axle oil seals is lost. The driver can hear the characteristic crunch of external joints of equal angular speeds. Are there any problems with the Chevrolet Aveo on the machine?
Reviews note that the automatic transmission is prone to failure of the parking solenoid. Because of this, the machine may not start. But even after starting it is impossible to translate the selector in any position. The contacts of the electronic unit of the box are also oxidized due to moisture on the connector. The rest of the box is pretty reliable. If we talk about maintenance, the oil needs to be changed every 90 and 60 thousand for a mechanical and automatic transmission, respectively.
Pendant "Chevrolet Aveo"
There is an independent suspension in front, and a beam in the back. Due to this design, the machine is prone to side rolls. According to reviews, Chevrolet Aveo is afraid of sharp steering turns. But the pit suspension works out well. Shock absorbers are quite soft. As for the resource of elements, the chassis is quite reliable. The first to fail are the struts of the transverse stabilizer (after 50 thousand kilometers).
90 thousand ball bearings are worn out. Silent blocks of front levers go up to 120 thousand, and the rear suspension is completely unkillable. Once every 70 thousand, it is only necessary to replace the shock absorbers.
Steering
Regardless of the configuration, Aveo is equipped with a hydraulic amplifier. The steering gear itself is a rack. After 80 thousand tips wear out, and after another 20 thrusts. The rail itself is quite reliable and does not play even after 200 thousand.
The brakes
There are enough of them on this car, despite the fact that there are drums behind. The front pads change every 30 thousand kilometers. The rear can not change for 100 thousand.
The only trouble is the ABS system, which is equipped with most versions of the Chevrolet Aveo. According to reviews, the sensor accumulates moisture inside and begins to fail, as evidenced by the corresponding lamp on the instrument panel.
Summary
So, we found out what Chevrolet Aveo has reviews, specifications and features. At the moment, this machine is considered one of the best in terms of price and quality. The machine does not have a complicated arrangement of engines and suspension, so minor breakdowns can be completely eliminated with your own hands. A large-site repair does not form a hole in the owner’s wallet. Yes, the car does not have as many options as its more expensive counterparts. But this is ideal for those who need a simple car on a daily basis without much investment. Chevrolet Aveo copes with this task perfectly.