Chevrolet Matiz second generation
The Chevrolet Matiz second generation (2005–2010): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 11 versions in the European Union and the United Kingdom.
Model codes: M200, M250 · Sold in: European Union and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,500 mm RDW | 3,495 mm |
| Width | 1,500 mm RDW | 1,495 mm |
| Height | 1,500–1,520 mm RDW | 1,500 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,350 mm RDW | 2,345 mm |
| Front track | 1,300–1,315 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,265–1,280 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 750–770 kg RDW | – |
| Mass in running order | 850–870 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,250–1,270 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 600 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 400 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 135–156 km/h RDW | – |
| Torque | 69–91 Nm ASTRA | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 145/70R13, 155/65R13, 165/55R14
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). 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 | 63.9% (60.7–66.9) | 77.9% | 925 |
| 13 years and older | 60.6% (60.0–61.1) | 69.2% | 30,651 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 50.8% | 41.1% |
| Brakes | 45.9% | 36.2% |
| Tyres | 37.5% | 31.2% |
| Lights and electrics | 30.8% | 28.5% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 22.9% | 18.3% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 17.5% | 16.8% |
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)
All 11 versions of the Chevrolet Matiz second generation
European Union 4 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 | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 0.8 L | Petrol | 125 g/km | 11,315 |
| 2010 | 1.0 L | Petrol | 136 g/km | 2,644 |
| 2010 | 0.8 L | LPG | 119 g/km | 356 |
| 2010 | 1.0 L | LPG | 129 g/km | 46 |
United Kingdom 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008–20100.8 S 5 door Hatchback · 0.8 S 5 Door Hatchback | 0.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.2 L/100 km NEDC | 119 g/km |
| 2008–20100.8 SE 5 door Hatchback · 0.8 SE 5 Door Hatchback | 0.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 5.7 L/100 km NEDC | 132 g/km |
| 2008–20101.0 SE 5 door Hatchback · 1.0 SE+ 5 door Hatchback · 1.0 SE 5 Door Hatchback and 1 more trim | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.6 L/100 km NEDC | 137 g/km |
| 2006–20070.8 S 5 door Hatchback | 0.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.2 L/100 km NEDC | 127 g/km |
| 2006–20070.8 SE 5 door Hatchback | 0.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 5.7 L/100 km NEDC | 136 g/km |
| 2006–20071.0 SE 5 door Hatchback · 1.0 SE+ 5 door Hatchback · 1.0 SX 5 door Hatchback | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.6 L/100 km NEDC | 139 g/km |
| 20061.0 SE 5 door Hatchback · 1.0 SE+ a/c abs 5 door Hatchback · 1.0 LE 5 door Hatchback | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.6 L/100 km NEDC | 158 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.