Say Hello To The 2009 Chevy Aveo

Andy Zain
September 11, 2009

The search for a reliable, economical and safe subcompact car may just end with the release of the 2009 Chevy Aveo. Drivers that would never give this car a second glance now pay attention as the fuel-efficient factor of cars force drivers of larger cars to reconsider.

Three models were released with the Aveo LT as the deluxe version. The LT version is the only model that offers an automatic gearshift option. All models are very well priced, making them a very clever buy in this price range category.

The shift to smaller cars came about as the cost of driving large cars has escalated tremendously. Fuel prices and fuel economy factors sway a lot of buyers and the Aveo sports, variable timing of valves in the 4 cylinder engine got a bit of a re design before release. The higher economy rate this delivers makes for a very strong point in favor of the Chevy.

The gearshifts may be a little far apart, but in the LT automatic mode the transmission is swift and leads to even better fuel consumption. A factor you should keep in mind when shopping for these cars.

Safety in a small car was determined as a very important factor for prospective drivers so Chevrolet focused strongly on where and how the Aveo protection systems were placed. All the models come standard with air cushions in the front seat side areas. The braking systems were equipped with anti locking features.

Their efforts have paid off as the NHTSA awarded the Aveo their highest appraisal on safety - 5 stars- for the protection the Aveo gave it s driver. Passenger safety received four stars for those sitting in front and at the back three stars was awarded after side impact tests were done.

The Aveo is available in two body styles - the sedan as well as the four door hatch back model. All models seat 5 passengers in a freshly designed interior with many added features. Standard on all models are intermittent windscreen wipers, a stereo featuring am and fm stations, four speakers and an auxiliary jack. OnStar comes standard as well.

Stepping up to the LT deluxe model, you can choose a more superior cloth and metal trim interior finish. Extras on this model include 6 speakers, a CD player, satellite radio, electrically controlled access, windows and central locking.

The standard cloth interior finish is a great step up from previous models that lacked a bit of luster in this department. Many small cars have storage problems and the Aveo also have a small baggage compartment, but the LT surprises with a bit of extra packing space in the back.

The Aveo has proven to be a good choice in small cars to save money on daily commuting.

Andy Zain is the admin of Aveo Forum , a place where fans and owners can get the right information for tuning, customization and general discussions on anything about Chevy Aveo. Get the information you need when you visit Chevy Truck Forums Source:  Amazines.com