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Used 2009 Chevrolet Aveo Hatchback Consumer Reviews

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4.38 out of 5 stars

I do like it.

mazade of montana, 05/13/2009
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful

We were aiming for an econo-box that wouldn't need a major overhaul in the next 3 years(i.e. battery bank)... we're pretty satisfied with what we have here. Fit & finish of the car seems quite nice. The only noise leaks are through the underbody panels because of no insulation/padding. Last 3-5 tanks are in the 35mpg area and we live in & around some hilly terrain... was in the 32mpg area until we changed over to a full synthetic. Currently @ 3000 miles on the car. Onstar is a feature that can spoil you... except for the knowing that they can shut your car off if/when they feel like it.

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5 out of 5 stars

Kind of a blast from the past.

Doggie Daddy, 09/16/2008
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

Some "professional" reviews talk about the 5 speed trans being "jerky." At 13 miles on the clock, it was. By 200 miles, it had smoothed out considerably. It could be a mechanical form of tromp loi, but everything sounds solid about the Aveo. The handling is sensitive but precise enough for me. Mileage has been as advertised. Everyone who has ridden with me comments about the roominess and exelent visibility. With the LS you get the basic car and so is reminisent of Pinto, Vega, Colt, Civic of the past (had 'em all) but somehow a little more evolved. The option packages seem a little lop- sided. Time will tell on reliability, but for now I have no issues and enjoy my new ride every day.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

So far So good

Jonathon Peterson, 02/24/2010
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

We hesitated to purchase a new vehicle since 1981 due to the huge drop in value. The Aveo is a replacement for an ageing Subaru Justy being towed by our motor home. First we were very surprised that the Aveo was not designed to be towed with drive wheels on the ground. A tow dolly fixed the problem. The economy is right on the numbers with our 5 speed manual and keeping the speed under 60 mph. At 75-80 we still average near 30 mpg. Learn to drive the RPMs not the economy marks on the dash and you get reasonable power. Handling is better than our old Metro, not as quick as the old Subaru, not near as fun (but a much better car) than our 1972 Honda 600. So far, good value for the money

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2.38 out of 5 stars

Chevy let me down again.

Becky, 05/09/2010
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 1LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

Radio can’t have duplicate stations or it will get stuck in a “loop” not allowing you to listen to your other preset stations. Mileage has never gone over 25 mpg. NOT power door locks. This is a crock! Keyless key is touchy & alarm goes off. Rear window locks at half way down. There should be an optional override feature to allow windows to go all the way down. Cup holders are a joke and poorly made. They won’t open when its cold and they’re flimsy. After month old and dashboard, and back hatch rattles. Crappy windshield jets. Sprays stream vs., mist/spray. Low tire warning STAYS on even when over filled. Driver side window needed adjusting twice after 1 month, makes popping sound.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

How about the truth

Ash, 11/17/2009
2009 Chevrolet Aveo 5 1LT 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

I had been searching for a vehicle for months now. I wanted something not too expensive and won't will get me from A to B. I found the nicest fire red 4 door hatchback (5 door). Automatic and fully loaded! It was fantastic. However, bad news. You feel absolutely everything in the vehicle. It isn't as reliable as they make it seem. I have had to return my car three times now. I am going for the forth. I will probably bring back my car before the 60 day guarantee as I have had the worse luck with the car. I am extremely upset, because it isn't what was expected. If you get the car at a good deal and don't mind it being slow and feeling all. Go for it! besides that look away

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