Chevrolet Lacetti first generation

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The Chevrolet Lacetti first generation (2003–2013): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 34 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: J200 · Sold in: European Union, United Kingdom, United States, and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	4,300–4,580 mm RDW	–	4,295 mm
Width	1,730 mm RDW	–	1,725 mm
Height	1,450 mm RDW	–	1,445 mm
Wheelbase	2,600 mm RDW	–	2,600 mm
Front track	1,480 mm ASTRA	–	–
Rear track	1,480 mm ASTRA	–	–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	1,145–1,280 kg RDW	–	1,245–1,300 kg
Mass in running order	1,245–1,380 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	1,645–1,820 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, braked trailer	1,200 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	610 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	5 RDW	–	–
Doors	4 RDW	–	–
Luggage space (EPA)	–	255–538 L EPA	–
Passenger space (EPA)	–	2,690–2,747 L EPA	–
Performance
Top speed	175–194 km/h RDW	–	180 km/h
Torque	131–280 Nm ASTRA	–	–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 185/65R14, 195/55R15

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de), 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
13 years and older	56.0% (54.8–57.2)	69.2%	6,633

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Brakes	55.8%	36.4%
Suspension	46.7%	41.6%
Lights and electrics	40.6%	28.8%
Noise, emissions and leaks	39.1%	17.1%
Tyres	35.9%	31.2%
Body, chassis and structure	26.0%	18.6%

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)

10 complaints for model years 2004–2007. 1 crash · 2 fires · 2 injuries

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 34 versions of the Chevrolet Lacetti first generation

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European Union 10 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	1.6 L	80 kW (109 PS)	Petrol	182 g/km	593
2011	2.0 L	89 kW (121 PS)	Diesel	155 g/km	182
2011	1.4 L	70 kW (95 PS)	Petrol	175 g/km	90
2010–2011	1.8 L	–	Petrol	199–210 g/km	650
2010	1.6 L	–	Petrol	178 g/km	6,252
2010	2.0 L	–	Diesel	151 g/km	2,338
2010	1.4 L	–	Petrol	169 g/km	1,720
2010	1.4 L	–	LPG	154 g/km	30
2010	1.6 L	–	LPG	180 g/km	20
2010	–	–	Petrol	178 g/km	10

United Kingdom 18 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
20101.4 SE 5 Door Hatchback (with a/c) · 1.4 SE 5 Door Hatchback (without a/c)	1.4 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	7.2 L/100 km NEDC	171 g/km
20101.6 SX 5 Door Hatchback	1.6 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	7.1 L/100 km NEDC	178 g/km
20101.6 SX Auto 5 Door Hatchback	1.6 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	8.1 L/100 km NEDC	195 g/km
2006–20101.6 SX Station Wagon MY06 · 1.6 SX Station Wagon	1.6 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	7.8 L/100 km NEDC	181 g/km
2006–20101.8 CDX 4 door Saloon MY06 · 1.8 Sport 5 door Hatchback MY06 · 1.8 Sport Station Wagon MY06 and 5 more trims	1.8 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	7.4 L/100 km NEDC	183 g/km
2008–20101.8 SX Auto Station Wagon	1.8 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	8.8 L/100 km NEDC	210 g/km
20091.4 SE 5 door Hatchback (with a/c) · 1.4 SE 5 door Hatchback (without a/c)	1.4 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	7.2 L/100 km NEDC	165 g/km
20091.6 SX 5 door Hatchback	1.6 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	7.1 L/100 km NEDC	170 g/km
2006–20091.6 SX Auto 5 door Hatchback	1.6 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	8.1 L/100 km NEDC	187–197 g/km
2006–20081.4 SE 5 door Hatchback (With a/c) MY06 · 1.4 SE 5 door Hatchback (Without a/c) MY06 · 1.4 SE 5 door Hatchback (With a/c) and 3 more trims	1.4 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	7.2 L/100 km NEDC	171 g/km
2006–20081.6 SX 4 door Saloon MY06 · 1.6 SX 5 door Hatchback MY06 · 1.6 SX 5 door Hatchback	1.6 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	7.1 L/100 km NEDC	178 g/km
2006–20081.6 SX Auto 5 door Hatchback MY06 · 1.6 SX Auto 5 door Hatchback	1.6 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	8.1 L/100 km NEDC	195 g/km
20061.4 SE 5 door Hatchback	1.4 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	7.1 L/100 km NEDC	171 g/km
20061.6 SX 4 door Saloon · 1.6 SX 5 door Hatchback	1.6 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	7.6 L/100 km NEDC	178 g/km
20061.6 SX Station Wagon	1.6 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	7.8 L/100 km NEDC	181 g/km
20061.8 CDX Auto 4 door Saloon MY06	1.8 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	8.8 L/100 km NEDC	210 g/km
20061.8 CDX 4 door Saloon · 1.8 Sport 5 door Hatchback · 1.8 Sport Station Wagon	1.8 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	7.5 L/100 km NEDC	183 g/km
20061.8 CDX Auto 4 door Saloon	1.8 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	9.1 L/100 km NEDC	218 g/km

United States 2 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
2004–2007EMS	2.0 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA	251–263 g/km
2004–2007EMS	2.0 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	21–23 MPG (10.2–11.2 L/100 km) EPA	240–263 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
2005–2007Compact · Station wagon: Small	2.0 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	10.7 L/100 km 5-cycle	246 g/km
2005–2007Compact · Station wagon: Small	2.0 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	10.3–10.6 L/100 km 5-cycle	237–244 g/km
2004Compact	2.0 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	10.5 L/100 km 5-cycle	242 g/km
2004Compact	2.0 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	10.5 L/100 km 5-cycle	242 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.