Used 2008 Chevrolet Aveo Consumer Reviews
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There are far better cars out there for the price.
Jon, 07/31/2025
2008 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought my 08 Aveo used in 2023 for a great price. I had to replace so much stuff on it because the previous owner didn’t take care of anything on it. I had new spark plugs put in,valve cover gasket,transmission fluid changed. The ac went out I had to replace the condenser and the shocks were blown all of this below 100,000 miles. Then there’s the paint issue on these cars which is garbage. Peels and flakes off. Transmission shifted like it was confused when to shift. Gas mileage wasn’t that great low 30’s if that. Should’ve bought a FIT instead. I sold it for more than what I paid for but not like I made that much of a profit. I had to put almost $2,000 into it. Gas light comes on and stays on. Clock malfunctions and doesn’t work. Airbag light on. Cheaply and poorly built car. If you have to get one don’t buy it for more than $1,000-1,500 MAX. Reliable? Only if you keep pouring more and more money into it to keep it running. Then the CEL comes on every now and then found out it’s a cam shaft position in sensor. I’m so glad I got rid of this POS when I did.
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fos4snt, 06/01/2008
2008 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I was looking for a car with good gas mileage and enough room inside for my 12 year old son who is now 5'11 1/2" tall. He needs room to grow over the next 3-4 years of anticipated ownership and is supposed to end up about 6'6" tall! We checked out a variety of cars in the similar class, with fuel efficiency & cabin size being the #1 priorities. Not only does the Aveo offer ample headroom and decent leg space for a compact car, but it's paying for itself! The reduced insurance cost, improved gas mileage and decent styling led us to this car. Our former car was an Xterra, and there is as much interior cabin space in this tiny Aveo as we had before - but more then twice the MPG's.
Looking forward to keeping this car!
drnhrtwl, 06/27/2009
2008 Chevrolet Aveo 5 LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I'm a college student and this is definitely great for that. I bought it new. Once I got an oil change and rotated the tires it drove like a dream. It survived a harsh winter and still holds up. You might need better tires for the snow. I wish the speaker system was a bit better. Also there's a design flaw that causes the windshield to whistle from an air pocket when I drive on the highway. Also the check engine light is on and I've only had the car for a year. The car is really roomy despite its outward appearance. It's definitely a good car. Oh yeah, amazing gas mileage! Saves me money!
Loaded 4-Door Sedan LT Automatic Trans
Mark, 02/20/2008
2008 Chevrolet Aveo LT 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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With negotiation, rebates and GM card earnings,paid $11,133 for all-option car listing at $17,255. City mileage 26-30mpg;no highway trips yet. I love this little car for what we have been using it for. It is comfortable, and although not a high performer, has plenty of zip for city and highway driving. I am impressed with the build quality,'though carpeting is not dense. Winter mats are $80 for the set, are a custom fit and have good water retention edges. Rear seat a little tight, but rarely used. Mud flaps offer great protection. Modest steering vibration (Engine idle feedback), but no worse than Honda Civic Hybrid. Our other cars are a newer Suburban and Tahoe, Corvette and Ford GT.
sorry i bought it
everett, 10/16/2009
2008 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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When gas prices started rising we decided to buy an economy car. The Aveo was advertised at getting app. 34 mpg. This car is not what we expected. It has a slow jumpy start until it warms up, it only gets 17 to 18 mpg. The accelerator acts like its stuck wide open when it is started for the first time in the mornings. I have been told by the dealer that the engine is performing the way it was designed to.Most of my driving is to and from work, which is a 40 mile round trip. The gas mileage does not vary if my driving is on the highway or in town with a lot of starts and stops.