Chevrolet Aveo First generation

The Chevrolet Aveo First generation (2004–2011): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 36 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: T200, T250 · Sold in: United States, Canada, European Union, and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 3,880–4,240 mm RDW | 3,920–4,310 mm TC | 3,880–4,318 mm |
| Width | 1,670–1,740 mm RDW | 1,680–1,710 mm TC | 1,670–1,710 mm |
| Height | 1,500–1,510 mm RDW | 1,510 mm TC | 1,485–1,505 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,480–2,530 mm RDW | 2,480 mm TC | 2,480–2,489 mm |
| Front track | 1,450–1,509 mm ASTRA | 1,440–1,450 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | 1,410–1,509 mm ASTRA | 1,430 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 965–1,050 kg RDW | 1,160–1,170 kg TC | 970–1,150 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,065–1,150 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,455–1,548 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 850–1,100 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 400–500 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 2–5 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 198–340 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,180–2,577 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 157–176 km/h RDW | – | – |
| Torque | 104–210 Nm ASTRA | – | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 195/65R15, 155/80R13, 185/55R15, 185/60R14, 185/75R14, 205/50R17, 205/55R16
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9–12 years | 61.1% (59.6–62.7) | 77.9% | 3,814 |
| 13 years and older | 56.4% (55.8–57.1) | 69.2% | 22,631 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 52.9% | 39.5% |
| Brakes | 46.5% | 35.1% |
| Tyres | 37.1% | 31.2% |
| Lights and electrics | 35.1% | 27.2% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 21.4% | 15.7% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 21.1% | 17.0% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
1,321 complaints for model years 2004–2011. 128 crashes · 75 fires · 112 injuries · 7 deaths
- Engine 336
- Electrical system 310
- Airbags 259
- Lights 155
- Transmission and drivetrain 81
- Speed control 81
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 36 versions of the Chevrolet Aveo First generation
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European Union 17 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 1.2 L | 62 kW (84 PS) | Petrol | 133 g/km | 28,366 |
| 2011 | 1.2 L | 63 kW (86 PS) | Petrol | 129 g/km | 14,700 |
| 2011 | 1.4 L | 74 kW (101 PS) | Petrol | 152 g/km | 7,060 |
| 2011 | 1.2 L | 62 kW (84 PS) | LPG | 125 g/km | 5,344 |
| 2011 | 1.4 L | 74 kW (101 PS) | Petrol | 149 g/km | 5,115 |
| 2011 | 1.2 L | 51 kW (69 PS) | Petrol | 138 g/km | 1,737 |
| 2011 | 1.2 L | 70 kW (95 PS) | Diesel | 107 g/km | 1,082 |
| 2011 | 1.6 L | 85 kW (116 PS) | Petrol | 164 g/km | 877 |
| 2011 | 1.2 L | 55 kW (75 PS) | Diesel | 98 g/km | 493 |
| 2010–2011 | – | – | Petrol | 138–143 g/km | 626 |
| 2011 | 1.4 L | – | Petrol | 143 g/km | 26 |
| 2011 | 1.4 L | 69 kW (94 PS) | Petrol | 136 g/km | 25 |
| 2010 | 1.2 L | – | Petrol | 131 g/km | 51,636 |
| 2010 | 1.4 L | – | Petrol | 145 g/km | 17,434 |
| 2010 | 1.2 L | – | LPG | 122 g/km | 9,532 |
| 2010 | 1.2 L | – | Petrol | 152 g/km | 100 |
| 2010 | – | – | Other fuel | 148 g/km | 24 |
United Kingdom 9 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008–20101.2 S 3 door Hatchback (with a/c) · 1.2 S 3 door Hatchback (without a/c) · 1.2 S 5 door Hatchback (without a/c) and 6 more trims | 1.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.5 L/100 km NEDC | 132 g/km |
| 2008–20101.4 LT 5 door Hatchback · 1.4 LT 5 Door Hatchback | 1.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.9 L/100 km NEDC | 140 g/km |
| 2008–20101.4 LT Auto 5 door Hatchback · 1.4 LT Auto 5 Door Hatchback | 1.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 152 g/km |
| 2006–20091.2 S 3 door Hatchback MY06 · 1.2 SE 5 door Hatchback (With a/c) MY06 · 1.2 SE 5 door Hatchback (Without a/c) MY06 and 5 more trims | 1.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 153 g/km |
| 2006–20091.4 SX 3 door Hatchback MY06 · 1.4 SX 5 door Hatchback MY06 · 1.4 Sport 3 door Hatchback MY06 and 1 more trim | 1.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.7 L/100 km NEDC | 165 g/km |
| 2006–20091.4 SX Auto 5 door Hatchback MY06 · 1.4 SX Auto 5 door Hatchback | 1.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 7.1 L/100 km NEDC | 169 g/km |
| 20061.2 S 3 door Hatchback · 1.2 SE 5 door Hatchback | 1.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.6 L/100 km NEDC | 159 g/km |
| 20061.4 SX 3 door Hatchback · 1.4 SX 5 door Hatchback · 1.4 Sport 3 door Hatchback and 1 more trim | 1.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.1 L/100 km NEDC | 171 g/km |
| 20061.4 SX Auto 5 door Hatchback | 1.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 7.6 L/100 km NEDC | 178 g/km |
United States 6 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA | 197 g/km |
| 2010–2011 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 29–30 MPG (7.8–8.1 L/100 km) EPA | 184–190 g/km |
| 2009–2010CLKUP | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA | 197 g/km |
| 2009SIL | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA | 184 g/km |
| 2004–2008EMS | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 25–26 MPG (9.0–9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 212–221 g/km |
| 2004–2008EMS | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 26–27 MPG (8.7–9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 205–212 g/km |
Canada 4 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004–2011Compact · Subcompact | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 8.3–9.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 191–209 g/km |
| 2004–2011Compact · Subcompact | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.9–8.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 182–205 g/km |
| 2006Subcompact | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 219 g/km |
| 2006Subcompact | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 209 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





