2009 Chevrolet Aveo: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

The 2009 Chevrolet Aveo lineup gets slightly more power, standard OnStar assistance, and a restyled hatchback model. Chevrolet's smallest car comes as a 4-door sedan or a 4-door hatchback called the Aveo5. Both body styles come in LS and uplevel LT trims. All have a 106-hp 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine, an increase of 3 hp from 2008. A 5-speed manual transmission is standard, and a 4-speed automatic is optional. Available safety equipment includes ABS and front-side airbags. A 2LT option package includes cruise control, heated power mirrors, power windows and locks, satellite radio, and remote entry.

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 Honda Fit and Suzuki SX4. Our Recommended picks are the Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, and Scion xD. New or significantly redesigned models include the Chevrolet Aveo, Honda Fit, and Pontiac G3. The Toyota Yaris adds a 4-door hatchback to its model lineup for 2009.