I own a chevy aveo since feb end 2007(Aveo 1.4). I was thinking of upgrading from my maruti zen to swift/uva/getz. However, seeing the chevrolet aveo package(features, ineterior / exterior looks and pricing) and having a test drive, I decided on the Aveo 1.4.
Based on my budget, I compared with fiesta 1.4P. I have driven fiesta also. But looks, interiors and comfort level is high in aveo. Fiesta gear shift , and engine response at low gears, is better to aveo.But aveo response is better to fiesta at top speeds(top gears). City mileage, I read many reviews reflecting it is almost the same.Few reviews said aveo better and few other way round(diff of 0.7).Ford’s maintenance is high compared to GM.
I am happy now that I made the right decision. I have driven 6500+ km so far including two long drives(Bangalore-Trivandrum) with my family.I have only one word to say about the car....amazing. It is super smooth, silent inside and a very comfortable drive.A/C is powerful.Good ground clearance and an excellent suspension.
Mileage 15.8 in highway(with a/c).Bangalore traffic(I travel every day on the busiest hosur road ) it varies from 9.5 to 10.5 (with a/c). (most of the times I found it as 9.94).
I’m seeing in other reviews about people getting more mileage with the same variant car. May be my driving practices :( and road conditions.
A very good car at a very good price. That’s my opinion.If anybody is going on for a hatchback(Swift, Uva or Getz) my advice is if possible to put a bit extra more, go in for Aveo 1.4.
Cons: Horn size on the steering wheel is small .Gear shift from 1st to 2nd sometimes is notchy.Iam very much used to that now.
I have a feeling that GM is not marketing Aveo properly!!! Such a nice car and good pricing.
Cheers
Abhilash