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The hatchback version comes in two trim levels - LS and LT.
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The 2008 Chevrolet Aveo sedan (MSRP: $10,895.00 - $14,580.00, Invoice price: $10,332.08 - $13,814.40) is available in four-door and five-door (hatchback) versions. The four-door version comes in two trim levels - Aveo5 Special Value and Aveo5 LS trim levels. The hatchback version comes in two trim levels - LS and LT. The Aveo sedan competes with the Honda Fit, Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, Smart Fortwo, and Toyota Yaris. It was first introduced in 2003 as the Daewoo Kalos. Most Kalos/Aveos are assembled in the Bupyong plant in South Korea.1
All trim levels are available with a 103-horsepower, 1.6-liter inline 4 cylinder configuration engine, five-speed manual transmission, and a front-wheel drive system.
The 2008 Chevrolet Aveo has a front independent suspension, a front stabilizer bar, a MacPherson strut front suspension, and a torsion beam rear suspension.
Exterior features on the 2008 Chevrolet Aveo include 14 x 5.5 inch steel wheels, all season tires, and a temporary spare tire. It has a steel spare wheel, full wheel covers, and an inside-mounted spare tire. It also has intermittent wipers, a rear defogger, and a rear window wiper.
2008 Chevrolet Aveo instrumentation features are a tachometer, a clock, and low fuel level warning.
Basic seats and trim features on the 2008 Chevrolet Aveo include a five-person total seating capacity, a driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support, and cloth upholstery. It has bucket front seats, a height-adjustable driver seat, a bench rear seat, and a split-folding rear seatback.
Power and convenience features on the 2008 Chevrolet Aveo include a tilt-adjustable steering wheel, and manual driver and passenger exterior mirrors. It has power-dependent steering, front and rear cupholders, and front door pockets. It also has front seatback storage, 12-volts front power outlet, and a front console with storage.
2008 Chevrolet Aveo comfort features are dual vanity mirrors, simulated carbon fiber trim on dash and doors, and a cargo area light.
Basic entertainment and telematics features on the 2008 Chevrolet Aveo include an AM/FM stereo, four total speakers, and a mast antenna.
The 2008 Chevrolet Aveo has the following safety and security features: ventilated front disc and rear drum brakes and a passenger airbag occupant-sensing deactivation. It has a rear center 3-point belt, tire pressure monitoring, and height-adjustable headrests (two in front and two in rear). It also has dual front side-mounted airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, and child seat anchors. More features include daytime running lights, multi-adjustable headrests, and rear door child safety locks.
More features on the Aveo5 LS trim level include 15-inch alloy wheels, an air conditioning, cruise control, and a sunroof. It has power windows, carpeted floor mats, a keyless entry and a CD/MP3 player.
The 2008 Chevrolet Aveo LS trim level, meanwhile, has an upgraded interior with better materials and an auxiliary MP3 jack.
Additional/alternative features on the Aveo LT trim level include an upgraded seat cloth, leatherette upholstery (optional), and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls. It also has an upgraded audio with an in-dash CD changer.
A safety and crash test report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) showed that the 2009 Toyota Corolla received four stars out of five (driver) and five stars out of five (passenger) in frontal crash tests; five stars out of five (front seat) and four stars out of five (rear seat) in side crash tests; and four stars out of five in rollover tests.
A safety and crash test report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) showed that the 2008 Chevrolet Aveo five-door Hatchback Sedan received five stars out of five in frontal crash tests; four stars out of five in side crash tests; and four stars out of five in rollover tests. The 2008 Chevrolet Aveo four-door Sedan received five stars out of five (driver) and four stars our of five (passenger) frontal crash tests; four stars out of five in front seat and three stars out of five in rear seat side crash tests; and four stars out of five in rollover tests.
A reliability history report from ConsumerReports.org showed how the Toyota Corolla held up mechanically. The Toyota Corolla received the following ratings for the year 2007 (major redesign year was 2003: Excellent ratings for engine, transmission, suspension, brakes, exhaust, and audio, drive, climate, fuel, electrical systems; and Very Good ratings for paint and trim, squeaks and rattles, and power equipment trouble spots.
A reliability history report from ConsumerReports.org showed how the Chevrolet Aveo held up mechanically. The Chevrolet Aveo Sedan received the following ratings for the year 2006 (major redesign year was 2004): Excellent ratings for its engine (major), transmission (major), exhaust, and audio system; Very Good ratings for its transmission (minor), drive system, body hardware and power equipment; Good ratings for its engine (minor and cooling) and electrical system; Fair ratings for its paint and trim, and squeaks and rattles; and poor ratings for its fuel and climate systems, suspension and breaks.
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I loved the styling, I loved the interior room and I loved the fact that this sub-compact is a great entry-level vehicle that's perfect for the college-bound kid or even a high school sophomore getting his/her first car. Great on mileage, great on economy. What more do you want?
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