2009 Chevrolet Aveo - Expert Reviews
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We have scoured the web for expert reviews of this car and found the best ones for you to read. Found 12 reviews. This list is displayed in ranked order based the reviews we think are the best.| Ranking | Details |
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2009 chevrolet aveo Professional Edmunds ReviewSource: Edmunds...Powertrains and Performance: All Aveos come with a 1.6-liter, four-cylinder engine that makes 107 horsepower and 106 pound-feet of torque. It's paired with a five-speed manual transmission or an optional four-speed automatic, the latter of which is only available on the LT trim levels. For this year, the manual now includes a shift indicator light to help maximize fuel economy. The new engine helps fuel economy this year, and the automatic-equipped 2009 Chevrolet Aveo gets an EPA rating of 25 mpg city/34 mpg highway and 28 mpg combined. Safety: Front-seat side airbags are standard on all trim... |
| #2 |
2009 Chevrolet Aveo Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...That room comes at the expense of luggage space in the back, but the rear seat folds down. The test model was a 1LT, slightly more deluxe than the base version, less luxurious than the 2LT. Our car had quite a few standard features, including air conditioning, side airbags, handsome 15-inch alloy wheels, OnStar and a 180-watt, six-speaker sound system. There were power windows, but not power mirrors. Options included the Japanese-built automatic transmission, keyless entry, antilock brakes and cruise control. Inside, for the most part, the Aveo looked and felt surprisingly upscale, but there... |
| #3 |
2009 Chevrolet Aveo Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...EPA rating: 25 city, 34 highway. HIGHS: Good gas mileage, decent drivability, value pricing. LOWS: Dinky, no rear side airbags, ugly fake-wood trim. PERFORMANCE: The 1.6-liter four-banger runs smoothly and has enough power to propel this little hatchback with decent acceleration despite the automatic. Power is up slightly from past Aveos. The transmission functions well enough, though I'd prefer stickshift. My fuel mileage was about 30 mpg. DRIVABILITY: Aveo corners well with responsive steering. The ride is soft for comfort, which allows some body sway, so sporty driving is not really... |
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2009 Chevrolet Aveo Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...And in driving both through a construction zone, Aura's 6-speed automatic was a blessing while Aveo's 5-speed manual was a curse. Shift stop, shift start. Not only do you sacrifice room, but Aveo also doesn't offer stability control, traction control or side-curtain air bags. Antilock brakes are a $440 option. Stability and traction control, plus side curtains and ABS are standard in the Aura.To Aveo's credit, front seats are well cushioned and cozy, but the rear seat is sadly lacking in leg and head room for folks other than kids. To haul more than a couple bags in back, you can flatten the... |
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2009 Chevrolet Aveo Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...The instrument panel is attractive. Its pebbled surface is visually interesting without being gimmicky, and the gauges are easy to read both in daylight and at night. The air conditioning has cabin filtration and rear-seat air vents. The audio and HVAC systems are nicely integrated into the center stack. Controls are attractively styled yet easy to operate. The wiper is the only switch that felt clunky. The new four-cylinder engine delivers modest acceleration. The automatic transmission softens performance a little, but it is more relaxing in city commuting. The Aveo's ride is comfortable... |
| #6 |
2009 Chevrolet Aveo Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...The power is on par with the other popular subcompacts -- the Honda Fit (117 horsepower), the Nissan Versa (107 horsepower) and the Toyota Yaris (106 horsepower). The engine helps the Aveo5 match the competition on gas mileage as well. It reaches 27 miles per gallon in the city and 34 mpg on the highway. During my week of testing, I was able to achieve 30 mpg in a mix of driving. The Aveo5 offers an optional four-speed automatic transmission which hits 34 mpg on the highway and 25 mpg in the city. I'd stick with the stick. Gas mileage is important, but it's still not everything. A car should... |
| #7 |
2009 Chevrolet Aveo Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...Heck, I'll even admit that I thought the leatherette was real leather. Take that, cows! Despite the cheap but palatable trimmings, the rest of the Aveo5's interior didn't cut it. There weren't enough places to store my stuff, especially my large purse. There's also a distinct lack of cupholders; I could only find three. The only way I could fit my stroller into the car - and just barely at that - was if half of it was in the hatch and the other half was in the front passenger seat. Yes, my stroller is big, but I shouldn't have to break it down to make it fit in a car. Given the space... |
| #8 |
2009 Chevrolet Aveo Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...Four-speed automatic can hold higher gears to help with traction on slippery surfaces Safety The Aveo boasts standard front- and side-impact airbags for the front seats. Side curtain airbags are not available. Standard tire pressure monitoring system Higher-strength steel structure than in most cars of similar size Available four-channel antilock brakes Latch child-seat anchors 2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 The Aveo5 is the four-door hatchback version of Chevrolet's value-priced small car, Aveo. It's been redesigned for 2009 and has more aggressive styling than its predecessor. Available in the... |
| #9 |
CarGurus' Review for 2009 chevrolet aveoSource: CarGurus
...There’s nothing that makes the 2009 Chevrolet Aveo stand out distinctly from the rest of the subcompact market, either good or bad. |
| #10 |
Flash Drive: 2009 Chevrolet Aveo5 LTSource: MSN Autos...The attractive hatchback features a rear spoiler and an aggressive front end. Inside, there is surprisingly decent headroom for both front- and rear-seat passengers. Though you are surrounded by plastic, the interior design is still attractive, and options are not bad, including the availability of XM satellite radio and OnStar. The Aveo was a hoot to drive, due to its light weight and diminutive size. It was easy to maneuver in tight spots, which is an advantage in city driving. However, the trunk is small, even with seats folded down, so don't expect to get much at Costco. In this tough... |
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