2008 Chevrolet Aveo: Overview

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2008 Chevrolet Aveo 

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  • MSRP: $10,235 -$13,920
  • Invoice: $9,672 -$13,154

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Pros

  • Fuel economy
  • Maneuverability

Cons

  • Acceleration
  • Handling

Vehicle Highlights

The 2008 Chevrolet Aveo gets no changes of note. Chevrolet's smallest car comes as a 4-door sedan or a 4-door hatchback called Aveo5. Sedans are available in LS and uplevel LT trims. Hatchbacks come in SVM and LS trims. The sole engine is a 103-hp 1.6-liter 4-cylinder. It teams with a 5-speed manual or optional 4-speed automatic transmission. Available safety equipment includes ABS and front side airbags. Newly optional on LS sedans are 15-inch tires. Note that a reskinned Aveo5 is due in calendar 2008 as a 2009 model.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. The subcompact class is made up of the smallest hatchbacks, sedans, and wagons on the market. These are generally considered economy cars.

Our Best Buys include the Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, and Suzuki SX4. Our Recommended pick is the Honda Fit.

New or significantly redesigned models include the Scion xD and Smart ForTwo.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category LS hatch, auto. Rating Subcompact Car Average Rating
Acceleration 3 3
Fuel Economy 7 8.1
Ride Quality 5 4.7
Steering/Handling/Braking 5 5.1
Quietness 4 4.1
Controls 4 5.6
Details 3 4.6
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 5 5.5
Room/Comfort (rear) 3 3.1
Cargo Room 7 4.6
Value within Class 5 6.7
Total Score: 51 55.1

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