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Our Review of the 2005 Chevrolet Aveo LT

One of the staples of the Sedan segment is the Chevrolet Aveo. In the previous model year debuted a brand new version of the Aveo with three versions: LS, Special Value, and LT. Sales for the Aveo, especially the Aveo LT, were brisk during 2005 and 2006. The improved vehicle quality and the modern styling were responsible for the boost in sales.

Performance

The Aveo LT is equipped with a General Motors 1.6 liter four-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The engine is mated to a N/A 5-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Chevrolet.

The fuel system for the 2005 Aveo is a SFI design, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 12.00 gallons.

The Aveo uses power-assisted brakes, with Non-ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

Aveo LT Statistics

The Aveo is 166.70 inches long, 65.70 inches wide, and 58.80 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 97.60 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $12,640 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $11,818. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.

The standard warranty period for the Aveo is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 60 months or 60,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the sedan market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.

Fuel Efficiency

The 2005 Aveo gets 34 - 35 miles/gallon on the highway and only 26 - 27 in the city. This is average for a sedan car.

In Summary

There are several reasons why the Chevrolet Aveo LT sold well in 2005. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Chevrolet, specifically a Aveo.