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2009 Chevy Aveo
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Chevy Aveo - What the Auto Press Says
Compared to sportier models from Honda or Mazda, the Chevy Aveo is merely an adequate performer, plus its standard safety features list is limited. Still, the Aveo has one of the best sticker prices in the segment.
The 2009 Chevrolet Aveo scoots down the road, can hold a substantial amount of cargo with the rear seats folded, and has a reasonable amount of space for four passengers, five in a pinch.
But the Aveo's good points don't standout compared to other subcompacts, plus it doesn't have the quality or fun driving dynamics that can be found with the class leaders. And as expectations for the affordable class become greater, the Aveo obviously lags behind competitors for making anti-lock brakes an optional feature. The Aveo doesn't offer side curtain airbags at all.
If you're concerned with the lack of standard safety features on the Aveo but still want a value-priced hatchback, the 2009 Nissan Versa might be worth your consideration. For less than $11,000 the Nissan Versa has six standard airbags, plus it earns top safety scores for its performance in front and side crash tests.
The Aveo sedan and its hatchback counterpart, the Aveo5, do have a low MSRP and great gas mileage working in their favor. One of the Aveo's enhancements for 2009 is variable valve timing for its four-cylinder engine, which increased its fuel efficiency along with its overall appeal.
Be sure to check for current Chevy deals that may be available on a new Aveo.
- "The 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, a smartly styled subcompact, offers excellent fuel economy, a long list of standard features and a bargain-basement price. The Aveo's appeal extends to budget-conscious first-time buyers, anyone on a limited income and unhappy SUV owners looking for an affordable and fuel-efficient way of getting to and from the office. -- Kelley Blue Book
- "Despite its weaknesses, the Aveo does cover all the bases: It's comfortable, reasonably scooty, fuel-efficient and easy to drive. It simply doesn't cover them nearly as well as its rivals." -- About.com
- "The 2009 Chevy Aveo is a good little commuter car, suited perfectly for trips around town. It's small, pleasant to drive and be in, and seems as easy to please as a new puppy." -- Post Chronicle
- "Aveo is aimed at first-time buyers, singles or married without large families who have to keep an eye on the monthly car payment, not just weekly gas expenses. It is a set of wheels that will get you from here to there until you can afford to do so in a bigger ride." -- Chicago Tribune
- "No Aveo is a quiet vehicle, and our measured fuel economy is unexceptional by class standards. These subcompacts also lack important safety features such as traction control and curtain side airbags. On the plus side, Aveo has a comfortable ride, decent road manners, and an inviting interior. Overall, this is a likeable subcompact that compares well with other budget-minded rivals." -- Consumer Guide
- "The Chevrolet Aveo is still one of the most popular -- and least expensive -- subcompact cars in the U.S. And although this year's revised engine and updates to the hatchback make the 2009 Chevrolet Aveo even more competitive, consumers are still advised to shop carefully and look beyond the sticker price." -- Edmunds
Aveo Performance - 6.7 (Mediocre)
The 2009 Aveo's ride is competent, but not stimulating. Reviewers especially appreciate the car's outstanding fuel economy and practical performance. As Automobile Magazine writes, "Chevy's Aveo and Aveo5 have never been that much fun to drive -- even by small-car standards -- but they've sold incredibly well nevertheless. Credit decent fuel economy, bargain-filled window stickers, and a host of impressive standard features." According to the EPA, the 2009 Aveo and Aveo5 should achieve 27/34 mpg city/highway with a manual transmission and 25/34 mpg city/highway with the more popular automatic. Read More
Aveo Exterior - 8.0 (Very Good)
Many say the Aveo and Aveo5 have a commanding style that speaks to a more upscale vehicle. According to Kelley Blue Book, "The Malibu-inspired V-shaped hood and split grille reveal its Chevrolet heritage and emphasize its wide stance. Large 'shoulders' over the wheels, oversized front and rear lights and a height of almost five feet give it the appearance of a larger sedan." Read More
Aveo Interior - 7.4 (Good)
The 2009 Chevy Aveo's interior relies heavily on a reviewer annoyance -- hard plastic. But in the case of this subcompact, most don't seem to mind. In general, writers like the car's design, and are surprised by the amount of space offered. Car Review writes: "Chevrolet has actively advertised the Aveo5 as having a more roomy interior than its compact exterior would suggest, which is mostly right. The deep dashboard and sloping windshield help make the interior seem quite spacious, especially from the front seats, and hides the fact that the car is actually quite narrow. Head and leg room are quite good for a sub-compact, but nobody will confuse the Aveo5 for a Cadillac, especially on a long road trip." Read More
Aveo Safety - 6.3 (Mediocre)
One thing's for sure -- you won't be buying the Aveo because of its innovations in safety. The 2009 Chevy Aveo offers four standard airbags, but side curtain airbags are not optional. This perhaps contributes to the vehicle's somewhat mixed safety scores from the federal government and insurance industry. Read More
Aveo Reliability - 4.0 (Mediocre)
The 2009 Chevy Aveo reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). The 2009 Chevy Aveo receives basic coverage for three years or 36,000 miles. GM's powertrain warranty covers five years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first, and there's a rust warranty on all Aveos that's good for the first six years or 100,000 miles. Read More
