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Garibaldi, 12/05/2006
2006 Chevrolet Aveo Special Value 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Rolling my 1998 Contour SVT put a new car in my life last January. Not a Sentra Spec V, which didn't charm, instead I went for the Aveo SVM 5 door. This car is so stripped, I expected to find a pull cord wrapped around the crank pulley. It took two days and one 45 mph offramp to realize the cheesy Kumho tires wouldn't do. Serious interneting got me 17" wheels and tires that transformed the handling. Gas mileage isn't stupendous at 27 mpg overall, but it's decent. Build quality is all that can be expected for a sub $10k car: it's tight, quiet, fast, and quick. Oddly, the Aveo is a great over the road stormer. With a 6yr/100k bumper to bumper GM warranty, I'm worry free until 2012. Not bad.
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Wakabu, 12/15/2006
2006 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Hatch has decent ride and gas mileage seems to be improving although I have only 1200 miles on her.
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good starter car
owensmommy2011, 08/20/2011
2006 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I've had this car for 3 years now. I don't have too many problems with it. But it is rather. Cheap. mine has only basic features radio only and manual windows/locks. however i'm glad that i can only lock the driver door from the outside. I'm prone to locking the keys in the car. Since becoming a parent we have realized how small it really it. A car seat just squeezes in when rear facing. The smallnes of the car also concerns me when other idiot drivers don't see you around them. We are now looking to trade up to something bigger. Our gas milage itsn't great either.
It's a mini-car.
Zippy, 03/04/2007
2006 Chevrolet Aveo LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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When gas went up, wife and I bought the yellow LT hatch. We wanted sunroof, ABS and fog lamps. We couldn't find one with all 3, so we settled w/ sunroof and ABS. We got the 5S since this engine needs every gear. It's cramped and underpowered but handles like a skate. With the back seat folded, the hatch has plenty of space. It's a very good commuter. South Korea has built a quality package for Chevy.
Be aware!
enigmaz, 03/12/2007
2006 Chevrolet Aveo LT 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Got this car for my wife over a year ago. Took it on a 1200 mile trip and was great! Gave us good mpg, comfortable, no problem. But now after a year found out that the headlights are going dimmer, fuel economy is terrible (lost about 7 mpg), nasty belt noise and the brakes do not respond as good (almost crashed twice). Also, the resale value is very bad. I guess its like a brand new broom. Works fine just the first couple of times.
Huge bang for your buck.
Steve, 03/09/2007
2006 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Solid car that achieves a lot for the money you are paying. Interior is a huge shock to GM owners accustomed to horrible interior design and quality. Aveo rivals current GM cars twice the price. Small car but extreme efficient in space especially with the hatchback system. Ride quality, wow it's good, being firm enough but still soft to soak up pothole-ridden streets. You sit up high and so it feels almost like being in a mini-van instead of in a typical bathtub-like experience of typical econoboxes. Power is adequate for single driver but craves more with passengers. With a packed car, plan swift acceleration carefully as it'll struggle. Exterior is a beaut. European traits show.
I Love My Aveo
Bruce, 03/16/2007
2006 Chevrolet Aveo LT 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I have 14,000 miles on my vehicle and I love it. The passenger compartment is roomy and extremely comfortable.All features and additions all have worked perfectly from day one. The heater and airconditioning are more than adequet. The car rides and handles well along with the suprising sound deadening insulation. You can actually hear your radio at high speeds. The mileage I've gotten was also impressive, 28mpg cobination (city & highway), 33mpg highway (thats at 70mph to 75mph). Went on a trip within three days of purchase and found the trunk is more than large enough for its size. I'm totally pleased with my Aveo.
Family sedan at econobox price
John Waltz, 03/25/2007
2006 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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A lot of internal space, very comfortable driving. Drives well with automatic and 2 adults + 3 kids + a lot of camping gear.
Great little car
dieselpower, 04/07/2007
2006 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I'm now rapidly approaching 20k miles. My Aveo continues to run with clockwork reliability. Fuel economy has ranged from a low of 32, to as high as 43 mpg. I'm 6'2" tall, and have no problem finding enough room to stretch out in this car, even on long highway trips. I also love the European urban runabout styling. I have the 5 speed manual in mine, and find the power to be plenty adequate. My only issue has been the tires, which seem to have trouble maintaining balance. Plans are to swap 'em out in the near future. Overall, I would highly recommend buying one. My neighbor was impressed enough to buy one for himself two days after I bought mine. His has also been flawless.
Not bad at all for the price
aveorider, 09/26/2007
2006 Chevrolet Aveo LT 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I've had my Aveo for about two years now. Going on 27k miles and the car responds well. The size of the car is illusory because it's so small when you see it but inside it's quite roomy. For the price and with the price of gas in Los Angeles, it's perfect and really enjoy. The best part, I'll have it paid off within the next three months.
Exceptional bang for the buck
Ray, 06/16/2007
2006 Chevrolet Aveo Special Value 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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This car has been everything I could have expected and more. It's getting around 30 mpg and the car is actually fast with the manny tranny. 5th gear is tall and the engine speed is comfortable at 80+mph It handles well despite small tires. With the rear seats down, the cargo area is surprisingly big. Only design issue would be that the rear seats are very close to the back of the car and I think in a rear-end accident rear passengers might be mush. Maybe. I drive the car pretty hard and it still gets 30mpg. The stick on the manual is pretty rubbery, not solid feeling. Don't buy a Civic. I paid less than 9k for my SVM model and had enough left over for 2000 gallons of gas-60k miles!
Great Buy for the Money
t92168, 10/24/2007
2006 Chevrolet Aveo LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I can honestly say that I've been very impressed with this car. It's done everything that I've asked of it. It handles well, is incredibly reliable, and isn't bad looking. I'm a large man and the interior room is great! I looked at the Ford Focus and Fusion, as well as the Chevy HHR before picking the Aveo and couldn't be happier with my decision. Of course, if I had paid $30k instead of $15k for this car, I would have expected significantly more overall quality of materials and fit. But you can't beat this for the money!
Great Little Car
rharris, 11/06/2007
2006 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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The car is a lot of fun to drive and handles well in city and country driving. Seats are a little hard for long trips. Needs more cup holders.
to many probelms
fgsmith, 04/21/2008
2006 Chevrolet Aveo LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Has had 4 sets of headlights in 2 yrs. 2 full sets of tires. Needs serpentine belt @ 40,000 these problems are not resolved ignition coil replaced @ 20,000 miles. New sunroof @less than 5000 mp3 player didn't last six months. Struts @ 20,000 miles. Gear shift assembly @ 15,000. Car dies in traffic @times other times won't start a lot of problems seem to be electrical in origin. Other mechanics say the car has been wrecked. I bought it new. The car only has 40,000 on it now. Gas mileage not as good as advertised also had crank sensor replaced @ 15,000.
Really Reliable Car
JDS, 04/27/2008
2006 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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The car has been very reliable! Bought brand new, and now have over 60,000 miles and never a mechanical problem! Many domestic cars seem to have problems by this time.
I love my Aveo!
jcseinar, 05/12/2008
2006 Chevrolet Aveo LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought an Aveo as a commuter car. I have never driven anything but a truck, so downsizing was a little hard to get used to. I have driven this Aveo everyday for the past year and a half without any trouble whatsoever. I change the oil and perform regular maintenance, but this car has been 100% free of trouble. It runs like a top. I get great gas mileage at about 42 MPG.
4 door wonder!
Luvmyaveo, 05/16/2008
2006 Chevrolet Aveo LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I can not believe how much fun it is to drive this "babycar"! My friends call it my Jelly Bean and they are astonished at how much room it has inside, and how much we can haul with just 2 of us. We fold the rear seats down and off to Costo we go! This car has the heart of a Corvette, and the fuel economy of a smart car. It is a treat to drive and own!
Junk
Tom, 09/26/2017
2006 Chevrolet Aveo LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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These cars barely make it to 100,000 miles without falling apart, at 60,000 mine has had an extraordinary amount of work done to it...
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My favorite car 🚘
Nowaydude, 09/08/2019
2006 Chevrolet Aveo Special Value 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Bought this car used (3rd owner) with 54,000 on it for $3,700. It’s the special value model with added AC. The car definitely feels cheap, but it’s a lot of fun to drive and is easy to work on. Car now has 104,000 miles and I can’t see myself selling her. No major problems; a few sensors went out back at 80,000 miles and plastic thermostat blew up. I run this car so hard and she takes it. I’m actually surprised she hasn’t died yet. Planning on upgrading to the Sonic but not until this one dies.
great car
belleview Reg, 01/12/2024
2006 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Iv'e had mine for a few years,no problem's ,i keep the iol change intervals.change timing belt every 70000 and thats it .it starts every time ,runs great,rides nice,enough pep to my liking.....5 starz
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Great Economy Car
Michael Mayle, 04/19/2006
2006 Chevrolet Aveo Special Value 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 4 people found this review helpful
I drive 50 miles round trip to work and bought this car for it's economy. I like it so much,that I have parked my pick up and drive it all of the time. I find it exceptionally roomy and easy to manuver in the city. A real gas money saver
Disapointed
hiram, 04/07/2006
2006 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Wind makes it hard to handle. Blind spots. Almost ran over my daughter, and wrecked 3 times becouse of it. Not comfortable, not enough room. No room in trunk. I do not like the car! Can't wait to trade it in.