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Nice car, check it out.
Roy, 08/28/2008
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 1LT 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
23 of 23 people found this review helpful
I needed a 4dr hatchback with automatic. My car also has the optional power package with keyless entry. Narrowed my choices to the Aveo, and the 2008 Fit, both of which had some minor pluses over the other. The Aveo has CC, drivers seat height and lumbar adjustments, and an armrest. It also has daylight running lights, an alarm system, and free Onstar for one year. The front end has been redesigned, and the interior has been upgraded. The engine has a few more horses with improved gas mileage. I have been averaging 30 MPG in mixed driving, and the engine turns 2800 RPM at 70 MPH. Generally quiet with some road noise. Very roomy, great visibility, nice handling, and good acceleration.
How much fun is this?
NC Dad-UCLA Daughter, 10/05/2008
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 2LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
30 of 31 people found this review helpful
About a month ago, I purchased a 2009 Aveo5 2LT for my daughter. The only options not on the vehicle were leatherette seats and a sunroof. After driving small, medium, and large SUVs for several years, I had forgotten how much fun driving a small car really is. My daughter needed to get to grad school at UCLA and we drove across the country from North Carolina (2700 miles). Since I am 6 feet 3 inches tall (with long legs) I was concerned, but I found it comfortable, quiet, and with good handling, even on the day we traveled 680 miles. I was very pleased with the overall 31 mpg we got on the trip, especially since the little thing was loaded. It cost just $318 in gas for the trip!
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Happy with the purchase of my first new car
T. Jacklin, 10/20/2015
updated 04/25/2016
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
47 of 51 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new off the lot. Within a few months I noticed a screeching noise out on the open highway in a cross wind. Come to find out it was something to do with the design of the vehicle (not safety) and after a quick fix at the shop, the noise was gone. I wanted a bare bones car. Lets features, less to go wrong, less expense. This car is perfect for me. It can be parked anywhere, not overly spunky but can whip it on the highway. The fuel mileage is great, only a few minor repairs (mostly from lack of use, not over use) like creaky doors, a rear hatch release that sticks, heater only works on blast (at least it works). If you are looking for something to get you from point A to B without a lot of bells and whistles, this is your ride. It now has 78,000kms on her, just had the control arm replaced today, new water pump a couple weeks ago. These are things that are going to need replacing regardless, and I think after 6 years that is fair. Still has original brakes, clutch, wipers, numerous other things. I am more than happy with 'The Intimidator'. I would buy another one in a minute. It's GREAT in the snow! (Granted you know how to drive in it. I am Canadian. I have this skill)
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Alot of car for a subcompact
Laurie Harrington, 12/10/2016
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 2LT 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
The O2 sensor was bad when I bought it but after that was repaired it's been a great little car. I changed the timing belt at 88k. Use copper spark plugs. She hates platinum. Freeway travel at speeds above sixty are noisy.
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Gives Cheap a whole new meaning.
David Albee, 07/25/2015
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 2LT 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
49 of 57 people found this review helpful
I have had my Aveo for going on 5 years now. I should have walked past it the moment that I ran my fingers over the grill and the black paint powder that came off on my finger was present. Now the entire reason for my purchase was that I needed a vehicle that I could drive into the dirt. I commute to work everyday and any vehicle was going to be getting aged prematurely. However, this does not excuse the wiper blades disintegrating in the second month of ownership. I understand that Korea may not have the winters that we Canadians do but wow! Anyhow, new blades on moving forward. Wait, what is that awe-full racket? It can't be the engine already... For crying out loud it sounds like the engine is trying to leap out from under the hood.... Notice in the mail, "Dear Aveo owner please proceed to your nearest Chev dealer to get your wiring replaced as the engineers have discovered an issue with the gaps of your spark plug and wiring harness." As my car is lurching and crying "No kidding there is an issue." . Okay so contact my dealer that I purchased my car from, "Sorry, we can't help you with that." "We don't have the parts to fix it right now.". Click... Wait, what? Yo Rick, I need you to put new plugs in and wiring. "Isn't that a recall? Shouldn't your dealer do that?", to which I replied. "Yes", "Yes they should." "So can you do this?" Driving my now behaving Aveo out of Rick's shop and noting the it will be a cold day in hell before I go back to the dealer. Not long later. "Hmmm, are my headlights dirty?" After looking I realized they were not dirty just one of the bulbs had burned out. No big deal, I have now replaced 3 bulbs. The creme de la creme had to be driving to work one morning and there was a little bit of snow on the road. I am Canadian and have been driving this road since 1989. No problem........ So why am I now staring at a terrified lady facing me and we are traveling in the same direction. I mean her eyes were like dinner plates. After I hit the drifted snow on the side of the road I have come to realize yet another issue with the Aveo. The rear brake has a tendency to lock. Terrifying right... I mean the freaking pad came off the shoe inside the drum...... Think about that for a second.. They are supposed to be molecular bonded to the shoe to prevent that sort of thing from happening. "Yo, Rick!!" "I need you to take a look at this rear brake, something is definitely [non-permissible content removed]!" "Umm, Dave the drum is really stuck on there." - "I know, I scared the H*** out of some lady in a SUV that was behind me, I was looking at her while i was going backward." A couple hours later... "Dave, I have never even heard of this happening." "Once i manage to get the drum off the pad was off the shoe.." Do not under any circumstance buy this vehicle, it redefines cheap and I would swear substandard parts. I honestly can not express how confused I am about how this actually made it to market. Oh and now the screws to the air filter have corroded and I will have to likely cut them and tap them to change the air filter.
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Run for your life
jim hartz, 04/12/2019
2009 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in 2016 with only 50,000 miles. It was just a stopgap car while we prepared to move abroad. First the obvious things which I had expected..........tires, tire sensors, alignment, battery. One after the other. Brake switch went out and the car was locked in park. Both headlights went out as did the rear flasher. Headlight was due to a melted socket. Valve cover gasket had to be replaced as it leaked oil on the exhaust manifold. Most of the air conditioning failed as did the radiator. There went another $2000. Faulty wiring had the check engine light going on and off. Now it is one of the ABS sensors. Guess I'll fix this myself as I did the brake switch. Resale value has dropped about 60% in three years. Should have bought a Toyota. Second Chevy........both were lemons.
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AVOID! ANY OTHER CAR WOULD BE BETTER!
aveosucks, 09/26/2011
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 2LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Good: Cute and has onstar and XM. Bad: Having the Aveo5 for not even 2 years, if I added up all the repairs (warranty or not) they would exceed the cost of the car. Cheap if you can't afford ANY other subcompact but built only to drive to the store and back. Car was in for repairs within 48 hours of purchase. Suggestion: buy a LENGTHY and comprehensive warranty, you'll need it!
It's not even a Chevrolet
Michelle, 09/18/2017
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I had a daewoo once. It was the worst car I'd ever owned. Turns out this car competing for worst ever as I find out it's manufactured by Daewoo. Coil pack. Coolant hoses bursting. Thermostat. Then thermostat housing cracks. Then the heater core blows followed by the head gasket. I'll buy Nissan from now on. Bought it with 60k miles. Now at 92k.
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Aveo Manual shift
powen1, 01/03/2012
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 1LT 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
14 of 16 people found this review helpful
You must have a dealer change the oil & filter as the clutch assembly is wedged against the filter housing. It is absurd. After a year finally got a dealer tech. to admit is was a poor design from chevy & they stopped making such. However, chevy never told us about this problem or did a recall. Also the dealers now tell us that they only can change the oil as the whole clutch assembly must be dropped and the filter itself cost extra. Also there is always residual oil drops from the change and the burning smell in the engine. Our idea was to have an inexpensive & easily maintained car, which it is not, it is just cheap! We have received NO satisfaction from the dealers.
Don't Waste Your Money
porterfield_a, 10/08/2013
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 1LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
Overall the 09 Chevy Aveo5 LT is an "okay" economy vehicle. Plus side is safety, Eco-Friendly, gas mileage and some what dependable. This car would be a great car for a high school/ college student. Not a family vehicle!!! If you decided to purchase this vehicle, please get all warranties and extended warranties. Please take the car to your nearest Chevy Dealer and have all recalls changed immediately. This will save your life (trust me). There isn't much room in the vehicle and there are several problems with the A/C of the vehicle. If you live in Alaska or a cold climate, then you're good. Sucks in FL.
piece of junk
martin71, 07/31/2011
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new in 2009, I use to but toyota, but I thought I'd give them a chance. It was the biggest mistake I have ever done. Right now I am under the lemon law. Engine keeps missfiring. just had worked on again, Chevy said that they would compensate me for my problems, but when I asked the to give me a 2 year extended warrenty. They said no the best they could is give me is free maintence for a year. Wow free oil changes. Way to go Chevy, thats how you take care off your customers. Once this car is paid off, I will dump it fast. Will be going back to Toyota.
I paid for this!!
Rick, 08/17/2015
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 1LT 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
21 of 25 people found this review helpful
This car sucks giant piles of rehashed rubber tires. Worthless. Malfunctions all the time. The latest is the awesome engineering where they put the transmission cooler inside the radiator... YES, inside it. 6 years old, 38k miles and the cooler erodes inside the radiator sending trans fluid into radiator and radiator juice into the tranny. Brilliant!!! Jack wagons. This car was built to fall to pieces so that the consumer is forced to buy a new vehicle. This car is criminal and GM should repay everyone of us who bought the scrap heap. I will NEVER buy a Chevy again. E V E R ! ! ! ! ! ! Tempted to leave that pos at the dealership!
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Not bad for the money
docsbw, 04/11/2012
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 1LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
This car hauls me up over a 9000 ft summit at 70 mph, granted it is singing for all its worth but it gets the job done. 32 mpg highway. Handles well. Has some cheap stuff like drink holder and hood release, gas cap and interior plastic parts. It was thousands cheaper than the stripped toyota and we have cruise, tilt power everything and on star. Overall its ok 3 out of 5. Has had some issues with front end and ate a set of tires in 20k miles. It is a inexpensive economy car, not a caddy. If I had the extra 4k I would buy the toyota but then you start getting into a lot more money higher payments etc for ECONOMY.
Many Problems with my car
kathrynm, 10/04/2011
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
Car broke down every day for three months. I was taking bus because my new car stalled five-six times every hour...on freeways and bridges, all the time. Finally, problem: Oxygen Sensor. Month 2: Windshield cracked bottom to top. Month three: Sway bar kept creaking like a 40 year old clunker. They have re-greased it four times and I still get the same story.just needs grease (every three-four weeks). Rear passenger windows don't roll up...inside is now wet and moldy. Driver floor mat keeps getting caught in clutch pedal. Stereo stopped working. Interior light does not work. Ignition problem. Takes four to five tries...four bent keys...have to twist steering wheel and wiggle. I am sad.
Maybe I should have spent a little more
Rob, 09/30/2015
updated 03/31/2017
2009 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought my aveo new in 2009, taking advantage of cash for clunkers got it for about 8k new so I really can't complain about the price. Over the years ita has treated me alright. During the warranty period I did have to have a gear in the manual transmission replaced which would have been pretty costly if I had to pay for it. Had a spark plug boot recall also which was apparently causing some vehicles to run poorly...never noticed that but got it fixed nonetheless. This car does go through a set of tires in about 30k miles, even less for the cheap ones that came on it new....think I replaced those at about 20k. I have done all maintenance routinely, haven't really had any engine trouble. Did have a phantom check engine light at one point and dealer charged me 100$ to tell me that oxygen sensor was stuck in the open position, quoted me about 500$ to fix but after I reset the light the issue never returned. Had to replace a rear axle bushing to the tune of $300 at about 60k. Front disc breaks have held up well still haven't even had to change the pads at 65kk, mechanic says they have plenty of life left. Although the rear drums are currently getting replaced along with shoes for $400 because the shoe came off one locking up my wheel and not allowing me to go home from work last night. This car is 6 years old and has 65k miles. For the most part it has been reliable and I plan on getting another couple years out of it, but I do feel like I have had to fix more than should have been necessary on such a new car that has been well taken care of. Next time I will go with something a little higher end. Forgot to mention I average about 30 mpg or a little over so can't complain about that!
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buy a bike. it will save you gas, money, and your life...
xoamandapanda, 12/17/2011
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 1LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I had been driving a 1997 Ford Taurus which randomly broke down on the road and I needed something safer than that, so we bought this car. Last night, I was in a horrendous car accident. The entire front of my car was taken off even at 7 mph (an Acura MDX slammed into me- not my fault). I was not hurt and neither was my passenger. My airbags did not deploy and Onstar never called. I called to complain to Chevy and all they could do was say I wasn't hit in the right spot for the air bags to deploy. The pick up is garbage and I am often beeped at for not being able to accelerate. I also get about 16-18 mpg city. I use a gallon of gas each day going 20 miles. I will NEVER buy another Chevy.
do NOT buy
millerk06, 07/17/2012
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
14 of 19 people found this review helpful
This car has been nothing but a nightmare since day 1. I have had my tire pressure light looked at over 5 times and it's still not fixed. Going on the interstate is terrible, the air fades out and starts blowing hot and the dealer "doesn't know why". The key hole in the driver's side door has fallen through and is stuck in the door. Its not a quality Chevy, the plant for Daewoo was purchased by Chevy and this is the result - a Korean piece of crap. Read reviews and research before purchasing.
(Still the) Least reliable I've ever owned
bandit96, 04/08/2015
updated 04/10/2019
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
18 of 25 people found this review helpful
Edmunds emailed recently to have me come back and update my review. All I have to offer is I was lucky to offload this lemon for 20% of its original sticker price when it was just 5 years old with 90k kms. Still the biggest pile of junk I've owned in 20 years of car ownership. Update - Edmonds emailed me to update again. Replaced it with a used vehicle of the same model year from a different make and have had 0 problems in now 6 years. More confidently can say I'll never buy a Chev again. This purchase taught me that buying new is not worth it, a warranty isn't worth anything if the car is a pile of junk, and GM produces plenty of those these days. Original review below; I bought this car new in 2009, knowing full well that I was making a trade off on some of the bells and whistles offered in other models. That's not an issue; if it wasn't for it being an unreliable and expensive piece of junk to run I would still be driving it. I have a mechanical background, and know about driving and maintaining a car to make it last. Unfortunately, in the six years of ownership and only 70k kilometers (43k miles) this heap was in and out of the shop at least a dozen times. The last year of ownership, when it was out of warranty cost me more in repairs then my last GM vehicle did in 10 years and over 350k kms (210k miles). In short, never again a GM for me.
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Not bad for the PRICE!
Roy, 10/14/2010
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 1LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Good car for a beginner because it is small. Easy to park and handle. Under the hood isn't hard to work on. This is NOT a high $$ vehicle so no it doesn't have some of the things a pricier model has, but for the price you pay it's a pretty good car. For under $10,000, I bought this car new, I think it was worth the price.
Not too bad for the price
misslil, 06/11/2014
2009 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Purchased new in 2009 and have put mostly highway miles on it - up to 93,300 now. Get about 33 mpg. Did really great the first 4 years except for having alignment problems. Finally got that worked out. Had problems with AC last summer..fans not blowing much air out of vents. Had to have the rear O2 sensor replaced last month and then the air intake hose this month. Biggest problem is the parts had to come from the dealer and they are outrageously expensive! Approx. $240 for each part. Just read review on another website that the air intake hose was made in 2 parts, but you must buy the whole assembly. Not cool GM. My next car probably won't be a Chevy.
What a mess!!
markg13, 01/04/2011
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 1LT 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Always drove Chevys, this may be my last! Going back to dealer again for same reason within 2 mnths, do I blame the dealer or the crappy car? Creaks and groans from the frame/bodywork within first week of purchase, mileage nowhere near advertised levels, rides like a covered wagon on the Oregon Trail, about as peppy as a lawn mower (and as quiet as one!); nice interior, though. Is this GM's idea of a joke? Is this how you re-build trust in a company that almost went belly-up? I realize this car came from subsidiary in S. Korea, that doesnt excuse shoddy execution/quality. Beware!!
Same problem, 4 times in 3 weeks
sunshine, 11/21/2010
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 1LT 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
the acceleration is not very good however,the good fuel economy makes up for it. i have owned this car just under a year now and recently have been having problems with the car. They keep fixing it but 2 days later it breaks again. tomorrow will be the fourth time in less than three weeks that i will be taking it into the dealership. other than this, i love the car, but i guess you get what you pay for! Cheap price means cheap quality
Don't get an Aveo
Blue Moon Aveo, 09/27/2008
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 1LT 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Aveo is attractive and the sound system is decent but it lacks in performance. Mine is only averaging 23 miles a gallon. Wind noise and slow exceration make it a poor choice compared to other cars, but it is cheaper. Mine had a defunct OnStar system (though purchased new with only 15 miles on it) and it took GM six weeks to get the OnStar fixed and reprogrammed.
Cute Money Pit
Dylan R, 01/10/2021
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 1LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought this car in 2014 for about $6,000 and ended up putting about that much into it for repairs over 7 years. I probably went through 4 sets of tires. It's officially time to scrap it at only 90,000 miles because the repair costs are way more than it's currently worth.
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Already want to trade in after only 3 months.
bkm89, 04/02/2011
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 1LT 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Three months ago I traded in my truck to find a car with better gas mileage. We found an aveo. My parents really liked it, and the dealer(my fathers cousin) also told us it was a very good car. Not the case. I have no good things to say. The gas mileage is nowhere near the expected I get no better than 25, and all my driving is highway or back roads. Not good in the snow even with studded directionals. The heater makes a ticking noise, very loud especially on highway. Radio cuts out when you turn on the rear window defrost. Whistling noise if you hit 60mph sometimes lower than that. Looks and feels cheaply made inside. Doesn't meet my expectations worst car I've owned.
Decent Car
Fawzia Firdous, 08/19/2019
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 1LT 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought this car with 40k mi on it, the vehicle was well maintained from previous owner so I really enjoyed it. I loved this car because it is a tiny cute car that got me from point A to point B, I kept up with regular maintenance and was constantly told how cheaply the car was made. The engine got louder and louder the higher the mi got, I wrecked it and the engine fell out and the value to fix it was more than the actual car which is why I don't own it anymore. It had 88k mi on it and I don't think it would have gone much longer without having major issues to it. Overall I loved it as my first car but don't think it is worth investing in with all the better options out there.
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great value for little car.
tnt, 04/22/2010
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 2LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
When my wife first got it i called it a clown car becouse its looks so small, but its peppy and fun to drive. way more comfortable than you would think and the back seats are more comfortable than the other baby cars on the market. we tested most of them,exept the ford dont know why.could get better milage. bring back the geo metro.
Could be better
CHhicky, 07/08/2023
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 1LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Great on gas but everything else fall apart. I bought one with only 75000km but everything just fall apart.
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A BIG mistake!
Connie, 09/20/2010
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Such a disappointment! I owned it for 6 months & traded it in. Blows all over the road on a windy day, can't imagine how bad it blows around in the winter months. Loses all power going up a hill - by the time you get to the top you could walk faster. Low tire pressure light keeps coming on even though pressure is right. Radio is poor. Cup holder is a joke. All in all just feels junky.
Disappointing but...
ScootsG8, 11/26/2010
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 2LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my Aveo5LT in August of '09 after getting a job an hour from home. I drive rural highways nearly all the way. A 15mph wind makes it unnerving and a 25 mph wind makes it downright scary. Being in MN, it's difficult to get around in snow with the small tires and short clearance. I'm averaging 31 mpg on the highway and that's not enough. It's loud, not really well-built and to be honest, it's easy to imagine heavy damage meeting anything larger than a mailbox, should you get in an accident. The oil filters are spendy. Suzuki builds the for Chevrolet. The only saving grace of the Aveo is the room. I'm 6'3" and have no issues with headroom in the car. Value is so-so.
Better than expected
Bob, 01/15/2009
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 2LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I own an Aveo5 2LT, 2009. The drive by wire is a little tough to get used to with the 5 speed, although I have adapted. The leatherette interior is very nice, but the drivers seat is already out of shape and this happened almost from day one. Overall though I am really happy with my purchase. The car is fun to drive and quite comfortable. If you are currently driving a larger car it will take a few days to adjust to the higher RPMs at highway speeds, but you really get a driving experience as opposed to feeling like you are sitting on your den sofa. Great little car for the money!
Good little car
Emily , 10/15/2023
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 1LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Just recently got the hatchback version of this or the “facelifted” version. Drives pretty smooth and isn’t loud unless I’m accelerating to high speed so (highways/freeways) the gas is cheap on this thing and gets good miles to a gallon. It’s gets you to point an and b and it’s a simple car. If you’re not into all that extra stuff and want to save money this car is good for that and is reliable.
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A lemon
Molly, 02/09/2010
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 1LT 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased the car used with 25K miles. I drove it 200 miles on the hwy and could only get my gas mileage average up to 24mpg. Disappointing. I could not get it to accelerate enough to merge with traffic. Other motorists would honk and flash their lights because the vehicle would slow down traffic. After 10 days of owning it, the check engine light came on during a snow blizzard in Minnesota and the vehicle decelerated to 5 miles per hour nearly causing a traffic accident. This all happened without warning. All of a sudden it seemed as though I was riding in a rocket ship. The engine began to die as I turned the heat on and a cracking sound was heard from the motor. I got rid of it.
Good Car For The Money
jenny4bass, 03/26/2009
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 1LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I had my last vehicle (Chevy Venture) for 11 years and it was time for something new. After spending 3 hours with a local dealership getting the run around I called another dealer about 30 miles away and over the phone he gave me a price $250 less. I had a hard time keeping from laughing every time I look at it and everyone says it's sooo cute but they are impressed with the milage. I had to get the hatchback because I have 2 large dogs that travel with me. The MPG is great (I get about 30) but with a small gas tank I still have to fill it quite often. When my girlfriend saw it she named it a Chevy Buttless and the name stuck. But it is sooo cute for a minicar.
hope its a reliable car !!
anthony, 05/25/2009
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I loved this car when I seen it, I loved the style and size/shape, I really wanted it in White with black leatherette interior seats but no extras, my salesman did his best to find one to no avail, he told me in a 500 mile radius from Rutherford, nj there was only 2 aveos with leatherette seats and both cars were loaded, oh well, not a big difference in price, my only concern from past experiences is, if it has a lot of extras, if they break u gotta fix them! I love the dark red with beige leatherette seats I finally got, but all the extra bells and whistles intimidate me, the car doesn't have much pickup when accelerating and there's some dings that I hear in the back that I have no idea where its coming.
Great Car AVEO 5
Bill, 12/22/2009
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
The only problem I have with this car is some of sensors blink on when it gets really cold. Otherwise I would suggest this ride for anyone. Much roomier than what it looks like from the outside. Thanks Chevy for putting out a great car.
GM finally built a good compact car
Ernie, 07/12/2009
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I wanted a compact car with good Gas mileage. I think I got one with this 2009 Aveo. It's fun to drive. It rides better than I thought it would. and I get 32 MPG in the city. I think GM finally has built a good compact car. It has more pick up than I thought it would. Not to good on a up grade but it's a compact car. I only had it for about a month now and I don't think it has any blind spots in it. The side windows are big. The engine runs quiet and it has a good ride on the highway. only one thing wrong with it, made in Korea. If anyone wants a compact car they should take a good look at a Aveo.
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igotanewcar, 08/07/2009
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I just picked up my fist new car. Picked it up with 100 miles on it and drove 1000 miles to Florida and it ran great. It averaged 35+mpg and that was running 70 mph on interstate. The downside is it runs at 3250rpm running 70 mph seems high but it is not normal driving for me. I normally drive 55 on the highway going to work and should do much better on mpg. LS package has no air, cd, or cruse. It would be nice but for the price I won't complain. 12000 list price - 1000 rebate and - 4500 cash4clunkers = $6500 before tax, title, license. My dad bought a mazda brand new in 1978 for $6700 hard to imagine 30 years later same price for better vehicle.
chevy aveo
rodericka, 09/01/2016
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
I love my new car , its a great Starr for me to start building my credit. Plus the workers will work with you as much as possible to get you driving the same day. The financing is great & reasonable I'm glad to pay a car note on something I can afford thanks to the good workers.
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Not Happy, 02/24/2010
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 1LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I was getting ready to get on I-5 and my car died. Coasted to the side of the road and hit the ON Star. They said a tow truck was on its way (30 minutes). A state trooper stopped and told me to stay in the car but also said he smelled gasoline. I told him I had been trying to start it again but "no go". When the tow driver showed up was told that the car was leaking gas. When it got to the dealership on the truck, the gas went everywhere. Attendant told me I could have been killed. Broken fuel rail. The dealer was notified and all he could say was"was there an impact" no apology - but will give us one (1) free oil change- not bad for almost being killed. GM customer service - zero!!
Nice car, over hyped milage
Dean Robertson, 08/14/2009
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 1LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I cashed in on the Cash for Clunkers deal and got a good deal on the car. I was promised at least 30 mph in town and 35 on the highway. Nada. The first check was 23 mpg, then 20 and today only 21. I'm very disappointed in that ... but surprising good ride for a small car. But I bought it for the gas savings. Now the dealership says give it 10 to 15,000 miles before it will perform as promised. Waiting.
AVEO NOT USA MADE LIKE I WAS TOLD
LEON, 02/21/2010
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 2LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Wanted to buy American to stimulate economy. Salesman agreed showed me the gas economical Aveo. After esearching and buying found is MADE IN SOUTH KOREA! No where in the reviews or paper workI read did it say Korean made. When hit slight bump or rut in road, hear popping noise at suspecsion area. Also when turn sharp. Gas mileage: 32- 34 best after 6 mos.Interior: design is fair but cheap plastic. Back fold down seats rattle when up normal. Body quality poor at best. All ready bumper peeling by trunk. For the price, buy Toyota. They tell truth.
34mpg Yeah right going down hill!!!!!!!!
34mpg YEAH right, 08/29/2009
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 2LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We have had this car for nearly a year. Never once has this thing busted 27mpg. Must have been some good grass the day the EPA got a hold of this one. Rides OK, looks great. Needs power if there is no gas mileage.
disappointed
Tony, 03/31/2009
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 1LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I enjoyed my Aveo 5 at first. A few months into owning it, it died on me on a winter's night. Vehicle was towed to dealership. Computer was reprogrammed. Before this happened I was getting 35 mpg. Afterward, I'm getting 23 mpg. Have contacted GM and they will do nothing about it. Purchased car for good gas mileage so am very disappointed. My mid size, V6, Saturn Aura gets better mileage than Aveo,a 4 cyl. econo car. Also lots of rattles. Will probably get rid of it at a loss. Sad!
GAVE IT UP AFTER 10 MOS.
LEON, 03/09/2010
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 2LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After 10 mos and more rattles than my old 99 Chevy. I decided when the front end began to squeek and rattle when going over light dip and bump, I knew then with all the other rattle with the back seats and rear tire storage tire area, this vehicle wasn't going to be the car for me. Also the power wasn't the best even going up a incline such as a raised bridge incline and definately was not meant to mountain travel as I found out twice. Overall it's a South Korean made economy car, good gas mileage for flat road travel, cramped inside spacing, and the cup holder well, what were they thinking?. Tired of wind up cars and poor workmanship.
not bad for a subcompact
BigRed614, 03/03/2010
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I traded in my suv durring cash for clunkers. I looked around a bit, then I went in to my local chevy dealer and asked for the cheapest car on the lot. They gave me the "09 aveo manual hatchback. I have about 4-5 thousand miles on it so far, and this car is great. Gas mileage is great, about 25 city and 38-40 highway. The engine is what you expect, little car little engine, but it does the job, and will get over 100 mph (I tested that the 1st night I had it). Interior is pretty good, a little sparse, but comfy. The roof is high so even my tall friends will fit. Only issue I have w/ it is that all the windows have a tendency to fog up, even w/ the defrost on. But for under $200 a month, GREAT!
LT Sedan
Iffos, 10/02/2009
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 2LT 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2009 LT sedan Aveo back in May before the cash for clunkers. I love the car for the most part. Mines more of the sport version with a small spoiler, sun roof, leather seats, Alloy rims and a nice deck. I'm just about to hit 9k cause I bought mine with 3k on it. It still running great I like the sedan way more then the hatch back because you get more room. I'm always hitting 30 mpg and on the highway I'm hitting about 34 mpg. Great looking sedan. This was a 2009 Aveo built in 2008.
new us cars what can they do!
jens arendttorp, 03/17/2010
2009 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
29.8 mpg is all I can squeeze out of it; even with a lucas additive in the fuel; a good driving car; as good as a Toyota Prius maybe even better, but poor fuel economy compared to my old Toyota Tercel wagon with on-demand 4 wheel drive, which is handy during winter months
enjoying the ride
ics, 04/20/2009
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 2LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased my aveo5 after my brother in law let me drive his. I test drove the nissan versa and honda fit but like the aveo the best. The only problem I had with it was after driving a suv for 10 years I drove the aveo like a suv. The front of the aveo is too low and now I have damage to the front of the car. I now am more cautious.
Dis-Satisfied
Jlyn89, 10/10/2009
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 1LT 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Where do I begin. I've had nothing but problems w/my car. The RMP's don't idle right. It makes shuddering movements while driving & while stopped. After 1 month of having it, I had a transmission problem and other tiny problems. Buying this car was the worst decision I made. Don't expect a race car, because this car lacks power, very much. Dealership would not fix my car, so I got an attorney & General Motors agreed to buy back the car, so now I'm on the hunt for another. But I will tell you that this car was a pain in the neck the whole 3 months I had it. But I loved the way it looked outside & especially inside its such a nice looking car, just doesn't run the way it's supposed to.