Compare Chevrolet Aveo and Volkswagen Polo Sedan. We second the duel of sedans

The ruling tandem in the class of budget sedans-foreign cars is Renault Logan and Hyundai Solaris. 81,909 people voted for the first one, and 76,625 people voted for the second one, and with their hard-earned money - that is, without stuffing, carousels and other juggling. And what are the forces of the "opposition"? The Volkswagen Polo sedan (47,491 votes) and the Kia Rio, which received 33,102 votes, can be attributed to the “systemic” one. Avto newcomer Chevrolet Aveo so far from the "non-systemic": its mass production in Nizhny Novgorod will begin at the end of the year (estimated volume - 35 thousand cars a year), and we got Aveo, brought from Korea and assembled in Kaliningrad. Chevrolet Aveo is available without a queue. However, the rush demand for other budget sedans has also subsided: you can even find the Polo from Kaluga at dealers! Do you give free and fair elections? What about the budget? If a prerequisite is the presence of air conditioning, power accessories and an audio system, then Chevrolet will cost 507 thousand rubles, Volkswagen - 523 thousand, and Kia - 530 thousand. Who will we vote for?

All three cars do not spoil the look of the city - and even decorate the yard on its outskirts. More interesting than others, perhaps, Aveo - and not only because it is a beginner. Four separate round headlights are bold and so close to the heart of an experienced Russian motorist who has stood in long-term lines, first for a VAZ "three rubles", then for a "six" ... But wouldn't it be too tiring to keep such beauty clean, cleaning the headlights from dirt and bugs?

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An armrest is fixed on the back of the “grasping” Aveo chair for fans of an imposing landing

As for the Aveo's interior, we have two pieces of news. Let's start with the good: fresh youth design gets along with good ergonomics. And how intriguingly the turquoise glow spreads through the "veins" of the audio system, as soon as you insert the key into the ignition! And although our experts scolded the “motorcycle” instrument panel, I personally liked it, and I got used to it instantly. It's great that, like in the Polo, the steering wheel can be adjusted not only in height, but also in reach, and the side bolsters on the back of the seat hug you and are not at all budget-friendly. Add an adjustment of the lumbar support and an "elevator" of the chair - and here's the ideal for you. The symmetrical front fascia extends far into the bonnet, giving you the feeling that you are in a class-above car. And also - a lot of compartments for small things: in addition to shelves near the center console and a capacious "cellar", there are two glove boxes. The one at the top is smaller, but it has a USB connector. Pleasant, but far away: if you connect a smartphone to the audio system, the cord will stretch through half the cabin.

But the bad news: the feeling of a budget car still does not leave. Doors slam loudly, the gaps between the panels are uneven, and the smell of hard plastic, barely heated by the timid March sun, makes you wrinkle.

The Volkswagen Polo is another matter... Oh, and the doors rumble even harder, and the hard materials, to put it mildly, are far from refined. Solid design? Against the background of the Asian floridity of Solaris - yes, Volkswagen is a reserved aristocrat, but the comparison with Rio is no longer in favor of Polo. The low and hard seat of the Kia is no worse than the Volkswagen one - it's a pity that not everyone will pick up a comfortable fit: the reach of the steering wheel does not change.

The Chevrolet Aveo tachometer "cogwheel" and Chevrolet digital speedometer are original, but read as well as the classic Rio and Polo scales. It is strange that in Aveo the trip computer is installed only on the most expensive version of the LTZ - the rivals already have it in the basic configuration

The Kia Rio "cog wheel" tachometer and Chevrolet digital speedometer are original, but read as well as the classic Rio and Polo scales. It is strange that in Aveo the trip computer is installed only on the most expensive version of the LTZ - the rivals already have it in the basic configuration

Volkswagen Polo The "cogwheel" tachometer and Chevrolet digital speedometer are original, but read as well as the classic Rio and Polo scales. It is strange that in Aveo the trip computer is installed only on the most expensive version of the LTZ - the rivals already have it in the basic configuration

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Youth - does it mean tight? If Chevrolet is indeed youthful, then such a statement is erroneous: the back seat is spacious, and the huge trunk poses a threat that household members will make you a hostage to endless gardening and country transportation. But if the road to the dacha is broken, then you can cut it off, referring to the clearance of 115 mm. It doesn’t suit me, not yet a summer resident, either: how to get to a picnic to a reservoir with such ground clearance?

Volkswagen is more versatile - the rear is even more relaxed, and the ground clearance is 25 mm more. But be careful in the rut - the lower rear suspension spring seats are only 120mm off the ground. This is not Renault Logan. Yes, and Kia Rio is also not Logan: it has a solid clearance, almost 160 mm, but it’s cramped in the back, and the trunk is the most modest of all.

Chevrolet has neither mud flaps nor transparent stickers that protect the bottom of the body from "sandblasting" - only a narrow strip of "anti-gravel" coating protects the thresholds

Youth means active? Again past Chevrolet. A new platform, a rigid body, and the sensations are like from a car of the previous generation, on which our expert Yaroslav Tsyplenkov drove 75,000 kilometers. He vividly remembered the suspension settings, when it shakes at typical urban seams, but sways on the waves. All the same!

Chevrolet does not feel well on broken roads, requiring taxiing and slowing down due to the danger of breakdown. On smooth pavement, Aveo, although it does not give happiness from control, at least does not cause negative emotions. The low effort on the steering wheel is quite informative, and the sensitivity is verified and it’s great at all. It is a pity that we have few good roads left in early spring - it seems that the snow is now coming down with the asphalt.

Fashionable appearance is the only thing that distinguishes Chevrolet Aveo from the mass of budget sedans: driving properties are mediocre. Let's see how reliable it will be

There is more enthusiasm in the Aveo power unit. The 1.6 engine (115 hp) of the Ecotec series, familiar from Opel cars, paired with a “short” five-speed manual transmission accelerates the heaviest car in the trio (1214 kg) to 100 km / h in 11.4 s. In the city, such dynamics is enough - you can even get under way from second gear, and in fourth you can accelerate tolerably from 40 km / h. This is also nice because there is little joy in changing gears - the lever moves too sweepingly. And from a speed of 100 km / h, the reverse side of the “short” transmission declares itself: the noise of the engine, spun in fifth gear up to 3000 rpm, dominates in the cabin. The noise from the tires also comes out at an increased volume. Moreover, we traveled on Aveo both on Bridgestone Blizzak WS60 winter non-studded tires and on standard Hankook Optimo K415 summer tires: the tone is different, but the volume is the same.

As a result, it seems that Chevrolet designers can be congratulated on the victory over engineers: there is a bright appearance, but there is no driving character. It is possible that the tiny ground clearance is another element of this victory.

And Rio was surprisingly quiet. Even at 120 km / h, you can communicate with fellow travelers without raising your voice. Whereas you want to get out of the Polo already at 90 km / h - it is even noisier than the Aveo! Tires hum, the wind howls, and the engine seems to be installed right in the cabin, somewhere behind the glove box lid. And therefore, we will not regret the lack of a USB connector in the Polo: it is still difficult to listen to music at high speed.

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In terms of layout and ease of control of audio and climate systems, all cars are close. The features are easy to use. Unless Kia has better multimedia connectors - at the base of the center console. The Aveo has a USB slot hidden in the top glove box, while the Polo has no audio inputs at all.

But Volkswagen sets the standards for handling in the class: driving it is both easy and pleasant, regardless of the quality and “twist” of the roads. Unless the Nokian Hakkapeliitta 5 studded tires negated the already low effort on the steering wheel in the near-zero zone.

Kia Rio has a powerful engine and good sound insulation, but its cargo-passenger qualities are the most modest

But Rio meets the same standards! The steering wheel is more informative, the sensitivity is higher, it would still be to isolate the steering wheel from bumps on bumps. Think of the powerful 123-horsepower engine that accelerates the Rio to 100 km / h in 10.5 seconds - and here you have the most driver-friendly budget sedan! True, due to the rather “long” gears (you can reach 95 km / h in the second, and 130 km / h in the third), Rio did not show outstanding elasticity - it is better to choose a lower step before a tense maneuver.

The most presentable among the budget ones is the Kia Rio salon. C normal door handles, unlike Solaris. Pay attention to capacious niches on both sides of the central tunnel. The successful driver's seat, like in other cars, lacks lumbar support adjustment

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The Polo is slower (it picks up speed on a par with the Aveo), and the gas pedal damped at the beginning of the stroke makes it difficult to move in traffic jams and reminds you of a carburetor with a faulty accelerator pump. And the unexpected discovery of this test was the smoothness of the Polo, which was beneficially affected by all the same studded tires. Volkswagen does not notice the “little things” that the hard Kia stumbles over every now and then. In addition, Rio skips short waves more sharply, although, in our opinion, such a response is still more pleasant than the characteristic buildup of Aveo.

Chevrolet Aveo Chevrolet shift mechanism is loose and inaccurate. At Kia, instead of the first gear, you can stick in the third - the transverse travel of the lever is small. You can’t fault the selectivity of the Polo mechanism

Kia Rio Chevrolet shifter is loose and inaccurate. At Kia, instead of the first gear, you can stick in the third - the transverse travel of the lever is small. You can’t fault the selectivity of the Polo mechanism

Volkswagen Polo Chevrolet shifter is loose and inaccurate. At Kia, instead of the first gear, you can stick in the third - the transverse travel of the lever is small. You can’t fault the selectivity of the Polo mechanism

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What we liked most about the Rio, and without a doubt, were the brakes. Despite the fact that since the summer of last year, Polo sedans have been equipped with a new firmware for the anti-lock braking system (the problem was identified by us a year and a half ago - when combining a detour maneuver with braking, the deceleration efficiency drops to an unacceptably low level), no recall campaign was announced, and we got the car with old software. We experienced the trademark "disinhibition" as if for the first time - with a rapid heartbeat. Aveo's ABS is also weird: it is enough to hit a junction or bump when braking - and the deceleration is practically nullified. Not everyone has the self-control to let go and press the brake pedal again, thus resetting the “glitch” of the anti-lock braking system.

Chevrolet Aveo The three of us in the back seats of all cars will be cramped in the shoulders, and in Polo, the central tunnel is also very developed, which constrains the feet of the average passenger. But together it is more convenient and spacious in Polo - wide armrests on the doors, good landing geometry. But the high threshold makes it difficult to enter and exit, and from the amenities - only pockets in the doors. Chevrolet has less knee room, but only people taller than 180 cm will rest against the backs of the front seats. Interestingly, the Aveo's rear window extends far to the roof, letting more light into the cabin. Armrests here are scanty, and small things can be folded into a lone pocket on the back of the right front seat. In terms of the number of convenient options, Kia is the leader - only it has a backlight, pockets in the doors and in the seats, but there is the least space here. Moreover, tall people are forced not only to tighten their legs, but also to take care of their heads - the ceiling is low

Kia Rio The three of us in the back seats of all cars will be cramped in the shoulders, and in Polo, the central tunnel is also very developed, which constrains the feet of the average passenger. But together it is more convenient and spacious in Polo - wide armrests on the doors, good landing geometry. But the high threshold makes it difficult to enter and exit, and from the amenities - only pockets in the doors. Chevrolet has less knee room, but only people taller than 180 cm will rest against the backs of the front seats. Interestingly, the Aveo's rear window extends far to the roof, letting more light into the cabin. The armrests here are scanty, and small things can be folded into a lone pocket on the back of the right front seat. In terms of the number of convenient options, Kia is the leader - only it has a backlight, pockets in the doors and in the seats, but there is the least space here. Moreover, tall people are forced not only to tighten their legs, but also to take care of their heads - the ceiling is low

Volkswagen Polo The three of us in the rear seats of all cars will be cramped in the shoulders, and in Polo, the central tunnel is also very developed, which constrains the feet of the average passenger. But together it is more convenient and spacious in Polo - wide armrests on the doors, good landing geometry. But the high threshold makes it difficult to enter and exit, and from the amenities - only pockets in the doors. Chevrolet has less knee room, but only people taller than 180 cm will rest against the backs of the front seats. Interestingly, the Aveo's rear window extends far to the roof, letting more light into the cabin. Armrests here are scanty, and small things can be folded into a lone pocket on the back of the right front seat. In terms of the number of convenient options, Kia is the leader - only it has a backlight, pockets in the doors and in the seats, but there is the least space here. Moreover, tall people are forced not only to tighten their legs, but also to take care of their heads - the ceiling is low

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As a result, Chevrolet took the third place. Maybe we didn’t see it, didn’t catch the zest? It happens. But if it is still there, then we will definitely get to the bottom of it: we bought this particular Aveo for accelerated life tests, where each of the 30 thousand “hard” kilometers equates to three kilometers of normal operation. By the way, already now on the new car the input shaft of the gearbox grumbles, and the box itself is covered in oil smudges.

Chevrolet Aveo No one has a glove box lighting, and the Polo has the most voluminous and neat compartment - in the rest of the OSAGO policy you need to put it folded in half

Kia Rio No one has a glove box lighting, and the Polo has the most voluminous and neat compartment - in the rest of the OSAGO policy you need to put it folded in half

Volkswagen Polo No one has a glove box light, and the Polo has the most voluminous and neat compartment - in the rest of the OSAGO policy you need to put it folded in half

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Our endurance testing of the Polo is now behind us, resulting in record-breaking low costs for repairs and spare parts: in fact, Volkswagen required only routine maintenance. But in today's comparative test, he is second. Summed up unimportant insulation and insidious ABS setting.

Rio won. Fast, quiet, although not conducive to passenger and cargo transportation. And everything would be fine, but its technological twin Hyundai Solaris during the Autoreview resource marathon demanded twice as much money for repairs as the Polo. But routine maintenance for Kia is even more expensive than for Hyundai. So if you take into account not only expert opinions, but also reliability and cost of ownership, then the Polo is still the best choice.

What about the Chevrolet Aveo? When this issue of Autoreview sees the light, Aveo will pass the first thousand "resource" kilometers along the roads of the autopolygon. What if this sedan is even more reliable than the Polo? Then - straight into the "systemic" opposition, and there ... What the hell is not joking! We'll keep you posted!

Chevrolet Aveo Kia has huge mirrors, thin windshield pillars - nothing prevents you from exploring your surroundings. In Polo, on the contrary, the mirrors are scanty, and the upturned stern makes it difficult to assess the rear clearance when parking. Chevrolet, in addition to unsuccessfully beveled mirrors, also has the thickest pillars that narrow the field of view

Kia Rio Kia has huge mirrors, thin windshield pillars - nothing prevents you from exploring your surroundings. In Polo, on the contrary, the mirrors are scanty, and the upturned stern makes it difficult to assess the rear clearance when parking. Chevrolet, in addition to unsuccessfully beveled mirrors, also has the thickest pillars that narrow the field of view

Volkswagen Polo Kia has huge mirrors, thin windshield pillars - nothing prevents you from exploring your surroundings. In Polo, on the contrary, the mirrors are scanty, and the upturned stern makes it difficult to assess the rear clearance when parking. Chevrolet, in addition to unsuccessfully beveled mirrors, also has the thickest pillars that narrow the field of view

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Gloomy German ... interior. It’s boring, but the landing is comfortable, only the long-stroke clutch pedal requires habit.

Polo, like Kia, has seat height adjustment in all trim levels

Lada Granta in the Norma configuration, which we bought for 258 thousand rubles, will become Aveo's partner, and at the same time rival in the resource marathon. But a two-fold difference in price (Chevrolet costs 515 thousand) in the case of resource tests does not mean a foregone conclusion. Remember how successfully the Lada Priora marathon passed. We will tell you about the results of the first of 30 thousand kilometers of the marathon in one of the next issues.

Spacious interior, high reliability - Volkswagen is a great family man. However, the cool chassis also appeals to driving values.

Chevrolet Aveo Only in Chevrolet the trunk can be opened using the button on the lid, in other cars you need to either insert the key into the larva or pull the lever in the cabin. Alas, the Aveo was also the only one without a handle to close the trunk lid without getting your hands dirty. All cars have roomy trunks, but Kia’s compartment is spoiled by the protruding arc of the body amplifier, because of it, the opening to the cabin with the rear seats folded down is the most modest, and the Rio’s loading height is greater than that of the others. Convenient hooks for attaching luggage are offered only by Aveo. He also has an elastic band in the right corner, with which you can grab a jar of “anti-freeze” - in Rio, a pair of Velcro for the same purpose is located on the left wall of the compartment. All trunks are illuminated

Kia Rio Only in Chevrolet, the trunk can be opened using the button on the lid, in other cars you either need to insert a key into the larva or pull the lever in the cabin. Alas, the Aveo was also the only one without a handle to close the trunk lid without getting your hands dirty. All cars have roomy trunks, but Kia’s compartment is spoiled by the protruding arc of the body amplifier, because of it, the opening to the cabin with the rear seats folded down is the most modest, and the Rio’s loading height is greater than that of the others. Convenient hooks for attaching luggage are offered only by Aveo. He also has an elastic band in the right corner, with which you can grab a jar of “anti-freeze” - in Rio, a pair of Velcro for the same purpose is located on the left wall of the compartment. All trunks are illuminated

Volkswagen Polo Only in Chevrolet, the trunk can be opened using the button on the lid, in other cars you either need to insert the key into the larva or pull the lever in the cabin. Alas, the Aveo was also the only one without a handle to close the trunk lid without getting your hands dirty. All cars have roomy trunks, but Kia’s compartment is spoiled by the protruding arc of the body amplifier, because of it, the opening to the cabin with the rear seats folded down is the most modest, and the Rio’s loading height is greater than that of the others. Convenient hooks for attaching luggage are offered only by Aveo. He also has an elastic band in the right corner, with which you can grab a jar of “anti-freeze” - in Rio, a pair of Velcro for the same purpose is located on the left wall of the compartment. All trunks are illuminated

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Curb weight, axle weight distribution and dimensions

* Loading height Manufacturers' data in red, Autoreview measurements in black

Safety

The Kaluga Volkswagen Polo offers the most modest basic set of safety equipment: front airbags, front belt force limiters, rear headrests and Isofix mounts, and you will have to pay 9,090 rubles for ABS. Aveo and Rio are equipped with ABS already in the “base”, and in addition they have front belt pretensioners, but the simplest Aveo lacks rear headrests (they are only in LT and LTZ trim levels). All three sedans can be equipped with side airbags for the front riders for an extra charge, but curtain airbags are offered only for Aveo and Rio. And the stabilization system is only for the top versions of Rio and Polo.

We carried out a frontal crash test of the Volkswagen Polo sedan a year and a half ago: the car scored 14.3 points out of 16 possible - these are the maximum four stars in the ARCAP rating. Only the ribs of both riders and the driver's shins are at a small risk, in addition, one penalty point was removed for protecting the legs due to the metal structures of the steering column, located close to the safety casing. And in Europe, Euro NCAP experts conducted crash tests of the Volkswagen Polo hatchback. The five-door car earned five stars, and the frontal crash test score was only half a point higher (14.8) than our sedan. The hatchback with security curtains withstood side impacts perfectly well. Young passengers in the Bobsy G1 and G0 Plus seats are well protected (86%), and experts rated pedestrian safety at 41%.

The level of passive safety of the Kia Rio can be judged by the crash test of the related Hyundai Solaris sedan, which performed worse than the Polo sedan and earned only two ARCAP stars. The score for the frontal crash test is 8.5 points out of 16: the loads on the chests of the dummies are high, and the driver's legs are threatened by the steering column locking mechanism and the clutch pedal that has shifted strongly back and up. For comparison: the Kia Rio hatchback for the European market with different body panels and six airbags earned five stars according to the Euro NCAP methodology, having adequately withstood all crash tests. The safety of child passengers in the Britax Römer Duo Plus and Baby Safe seats was rated by experts at 84%, and the "pedestrian rating" is even higher than that of the Polo - 46%.

The new Chevrolet Aveo passed the Euro NCAP safety test last year - the hatchback for the European market with six airbags passed all crash tests without comment and earned the maximum five stars. Toddlers in the Britax Römer Duo and Baby Safe seats are even better protected than in the Polo and Rio (87%), and the aggressive front end turned out to be “friendlier” to pedestrians than the competitors, although the too rigid front edge of the hood did not allow earning more than 54%. But in Russia, Aveo will be awarded only four Euro NCAP stars: a stabilization system for the Russian market is not offered even for an extra charge.

What's the price?

The Volkswagen Polo sedan (1.6 l, 105 hp) can be bought for 429,100 rubles, and the basic Trendline package already has two airbags, power windows, a fully folding rear seat, a trip computer, central locking and steering wheel height adjustment and departure. The Comfortline package for 514,900 rubles looks much more attractive - with air conditioning, ABS, electric drive and heated mirrors, heated front seats, a separate rear seat and metallic paint, and our sedan for 527,520 rubles also had a CD receiver and a leather steering wheel braid. A six-speed "automatic" for Polo will cost 45,900 rubles. The times of huge queues for the Kaluga sedan are over - there are cars for free sale and in the nearest deliveries, but if there is no suitable one among them, you will have to place an order and wait from three to five months.

Warranty - two years without mileage limitation.

Chevrolet Aveo (1.6 l, 115 hp) formally costs from 444 thousand rubles, but cars in the basic LS configuration with two airbags, ABS, front electric windows, a CD player, a central lock and a rigidly fixed rear seat will go to dealers only in the fall. In the meantime, you can buy a sedan in the LT version for 487 thousand rubles - it has air conditioning, rear head restraints, a Bluetooth transmitter and a folding rear seat back. Our Aveo with full power accessories, heated front seats, steering wheel adjustment for reach and metallic paint costs 515 thousand rubles - 12,500 rubles cheaper than the Polo sedan that participated in the test, but Chevrolet does not have an on-board computer or seat height adjustment. But the surcharge for a six-speed "automatic" is only 33 thousand rubles. There are not many cars in the free sale yet, but you will have to wait no more than a month for the ordered sedan.

Warranty - three years or 100,000 km, but during the first two years the mileage is not limited.

The Kia Rio sedan in the initial configuration Comfort is equipped with a 1.4 engine (107 hp) and costs 469,900 rubles, but already in the “base” there are two airbags, ABS, air conditioning, front electric windows, an on-board computer, a separate rear seat back and seat adjustment height of the driver, although the steering wheel in all trim levels is adjustable only in height. The Luxe version with a 1.6 engine (123 hp) has full power accessories, a CD receiver, heated front seats and costs 529,900 rubles - almost like a Polo sedan with similar equipment. And in our hands was Rio in the performance of Prestige for 569,900 rubles - with six airbags, climate control and alloy wheels. For a four-speed "automatic" for Rio, you need to pay 40 thousand rubles. A suitable vehicle can be found in stock at dealers, and the delivery time for an order is from one to three months, depending on the configuration.

Warranty - five years or 150,000 km.

Alternative

The choice of sedans priced up to 600 thousand rubles is very wide: not counting the very budget cars like the Uzbek Nexia and the Ukrainian Chance, more than two dozen of these models are sold on the Russian market. But some golf-class cars fall into this price category only in the "empty" basic versions with the weakest engine.

Automobile	Engines	Transmission*	starting price	Details
BYD F3	1.5 (95 HP)	M5	364900 rub.	13-14, 2008
Chery M11	1.6 (117 HP)	M5	428700 rub.	23, 2010
Chevrolet Lacetti	1.4 (95 hp), 1.6 (109 hp)	M5/A4	412500 rub.	24, 2008
chevrolet cruze	1.6 (109 HP)	M5	532000 rub.	9, 2010
Fiat Albea	1.4 (77 HP)	M5	399000 rub.	7, 2007
Fiat Linea	1.4T (120 HP)	M5	494900 rub.	8, 2011
Ford Focus	1.6 (85 hp)	M5	542000 rub.	13, 2011
Geely MK	1.5 (94 hp)	M5	339000 rub.	19, 2008
Haima 3	1.8 (112 HP)	M5/A4	429900 rub.	-
Hyundai Accent	1.5 (102 HP)	M5	377700 rub.	7, 2007
Hyundai Solaris	1.4 (107 hp), 1.6 (123 hp)	M5/A4	443000 rub.	8, 2011
Lifan Solano	1.6 (106 HP)	M5	394900 rub.	-
Nissan Almera Classic	1.6 (107 HP)	M5/A4	473000 rub.	24, 2008
Nissan Tiida	1.6 (110 HP)	M5/A4	559000 rub.	22, 2007
Opel Astra Family	1.6 (115 HP)	M5	564650 rub.	20, 2007
Renault Logan	1.4 (75 hp), 1.6 (84 or 102 hp)	M5/A4	338000 rub.	8, 2011
Renault Symbol	1.6 (102 HP)	M5/A4	499000 rub.	24, 2008
Renault Fluence	1.6 (106 HP)	M5	599600 rub.	9, 2010
Tagaz C10	1.3 (93 hp)	M5	369900 rub.	-
Vortex Estina	1.6 (119 hp), 2.0 (136 hp)	M5	399900 rub.	13-14, 2008
* M - mechanical, A - automatic, B - variator; the number indicates the number of steps

The diagram shows the ratio of the most important, but sometimes conflicting qualities of cars - dynamics and comfort. For clarity, we have identified three zones: red (the car does not meet the requirements of the consumer), yellow (satisfies mainly) green (satisfies completely). Axis Dynamics is calibrated as a percentage of the maximum possible expert assessment, which consists of three components: acceleration, braking and handling. The same situation with the Comfort axis (ratings for smooth running, vibration protection and acoustic comfort were taken into account)

Expert assessments Autoreview
Estimated parameters	Max. score	Cars			Why?
Estimated parameters	Max. score	Chevrolet Aveo	Kia Rio	VW Polo	Why?
Ergonomics	200	160	165	165	Aveo has the best seat, but it is set too high, and only the top trim has a chair lift. The Volkswagen is also comfortable, but the long-travel clutch pedal forces you to push the seat forward more, and the Kia doesn't have a steering wheel for reach. But visibility is excellent. Polo has small mirrors, and Aveo also has too massive pillars
Driver's workplace	100	85	80	85
Visibility	100	75	85	80
Dynamics	310	255	275	260	The Kia accelerates the fastest and brakes the best, and the handling is not inferior to the Polo. Volkswagen is still upset by the inadequate performance of the ABS. In terms of dynamics, Chevrolet is at the level of Polo, but the chassis is tuned worse - there is not enough stability on rough roads
Accelerating dynamics	100	85	90	85
Braking dynamics	10	90	100	90
Controllability	100	80	85	85
Driving comfort	260	205	220	205	Volkswagen on Nokian Hakkapeliitta 5 tires rides smoother than regular summer tires, but noisier. Rio is harsh, but in terms of sound insulation it has no equal. Chevrolet also does not indulge in a smooth ride and is only a little quieter than the Polo. Kia had climate control, and the rest of the cars had conventional air conditioners
Smooth running, vibration protection	90	70	70	75
Acoustic comfort	90	70	80	65
Microclimate	80	65	70	65
Interior comfort	230	185	170	190	A high threshold prevents getting into the spacious rear seats of the Volkswagen. The Aveo is easier to climb, but there is less legroom. Kia is even closer, and the roof “presses” on the head for tall people. The trunks of Volkswagen and Chevrolet are equally comfortable and spacious, the Rio has a smaller opening, and in the depths the compartment is narrowed by a body amplifier. It also limits the size of the opening to the passenger compartment with the rear seat backs folded down.
Passenger seats	90	70	65	75
Trunk	90	80	75	80
Salon transformation	50	35	30	35
Total score	1000	805	830	820

Some measurement results Autoreview
Options		Cars
Options		Chevrolet Aveo	Kia Rio	Volkswagen Polo
Acceleration time, s	0-50 km/h	3,5	3,6	4,0
	0-100 km/h	11,4	10,5	11,5
	0-150 km/h	27,2	23,6	28,7
	on the way 400 m	18,3	17,2	18,1
	on the way 1000 m	33,2	32,2	33,1
	60-100 km/h (IV)	9,6	10,7	11,4
	80-120 km/h (V)	13,5	15,8	19,4
* Measurements were taken at +2°С on winter tires

Passport data
Cars		Chevrolet Aveo	Kia Rio	Volkswagen Polo
body type		four-door sedan	four-door sedan	four-door sedan
Number of places		5	5	5
Trunk volume, l		502	500	460
Curb weight, kg		1162	1115	1084
Gross weight, kg		1598	1565	1660
Engine			gasoline, with distributed injection	gasoline, with distributed injection
Location		front, transverse	front, transverse	front, transverse
Number and arrangement of cylinders		4, in a row	4, in a row	4, in a row
Working volume, cm3		1598	1591	1598
Cylinder diameter / piston stroke, mm		79,0/81,5	77,0/85,4	76,5/86,9
Compression ratio		10,8:1	10,5:1	10,5:1
Number of valves		16	16	16
Max. power, hp/kW/r/min		115/85/6000	123/90/6300	105/77/5250
Max. torque, Nm/r/min		155/4000	155/4200	153/3800
Transmission		mechanical, 5-speed	mechanical, 5-speed	mechanical, 5-speed
gear ratios	I	3,82	3,62	3,46
	II	2,16	1,96	1,96
	III	1,48	1,37	1,28
	IV	1,12	1,04	0,88
	V	0,89	0,84	0,67
	reverse	3,55	3,55	0,67
	main gear	4,18	4,06	4,55
Drive unit		front	front	front
Front suspension			independent, spring, McPherson	independent, spring, McPherson
Rear suspension		semi-dependent, spring	semi-dependent, spring	semi-dependent, spring
Front brakes		disc, ventilated	disc, ventilated	disc, ventilated
Rear brakes		drum	disk	drum
Tires		185/60 R15	185/65 R15	185/60 R15
Maximum speed, km/h		183	190	190
Acceleration time 0-100 km/h, s		11,3	10,3	10,5
Fuel consumption, l/100 km	urban cycle	7,7	7,9	8,7
	suburban cycle	4,9	4,9	5,1
	mixed cycle	5,9	6,0	6,5
CO2 emissions, g/km	mixed cycle	139	139	153
Fuel tank capacity, l		46	43	55
Fuel		gasoline AI-95	gasoline AI-92-95	gasoline AI-95

Equipment of the vehicles participating in the test
Cars	Chevrolet Aveo	Kia Rio	Volkswagen Polo
Price of the basic version, rub	444000	529900	429100
SAFETY
Front airbags	+	+	+
Side airbags	-	P	-
security curtains	-	P	-
ABS	+	+	P
Daytime Running Lights	-	+	-
Fog lights	-	+	-
Rear seat head restraints/recessed	P/P	+/+	+/-
COMFORT
Air conditioner	P	+	P
Climate control	-	P	-
power steering	+	+	+
Tilt/reach adjustable steering column	+/0	+/-	+/+
Multifunction steering wheel	P	P	-
Leather steering wheel	-	P	0
Central locking/remote	+/+	+/+	+/-
Electrically heated wiper rest area	-	+	-
Power and heated exterior mirrors	0	+	P
Power windows front/rear	+/0	+/+	+/+
Auto Power Window Driver	-	+	+
Driver's seat height adjustment	-	+	+
Heated front seats	0	+	P
Remote trunk lock	+	+	+
Remote lock of the gas tank hatch	-	+	-
ELECTRONICS
CD/mp3 player	+	+	0
AUX/USB connector	P/P	+/+	-/-
Bluetooth	P	-	-
Trip computer	-	+	+
APPEARANCE
Alloy wheels	-	P	-
Metallic finish	0	+	P
PRACTICALITY
Full/separate folding rear seat backrest	-/P	-/+	+/P
Whole/Separate Folding Rear Seat Cushion	-/-	-/-	+/P
Number of shelves for small items	4	2	5
Mirror in left/right sun visor	+/+	+/+	+/+
Pockets / bottle holders in the front doors	+/+	+/+	+/+
Pockets in the rear doors	-	-	+
Pocket on the back of the driver's/front passenger's seat	-/+	-/+	-/-
Cup holders for front/rear riders	2/-	2/1	2/-
Box for glasses	P	P	-
Interior light front/rear	+/-	+/+	+/-
Overhead handle for driver/passenger	-/+	-/+	-/+
Clothes hooks in the back row of seats	+	+	+
Luggage loops in the trunk	+	-	-
Interior trunk lid handle	-	+	+
Full size spare tire	dokatka	+	+
The price of the tested car, rub.	515000	569900	527520
Tires	Bridgestone Blizzak WS60	Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice	Nokian Hakkapeliitta 5*
* Studded (+) Included in the basic equipment of the vehicle (P) Equipment included in the package of the tested vehicle (O) Options installed on the vehicle participating in the test (-) Not installed on the vehicle participating in the test

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The boxer drops the glove. This is how we see the newcomer to the Russian market - Aveo of the second generation. Embossed sidewalls with sloping lines, embossed hood, frowning eyebrows over the four headlight sockets, a protruding jaw ... It's about to hit. Compared to the previous one, this is a clear step forward both in design and technology. Accepts the challenge of the four-door Volkswagen Polo: a kind of intellectual who attended fencing lessons and intends to inflict targeted injections on counterattacks. A slightly smaller body, a minimum of embellishments, balanced proportions. Just another Volkswagen. Whether this is a compliment or a hint of mortal boredom depends on personal perception. The Kaluga "German" is slightly inferior to the opponent in passport power, traction and acceleration. But the nominal parameters in a duel sometimes mean no more than the official ratings of athletes.

Boxer and fencer. Different disciplines, different weapons, but the forces are close. Spectators stocked up on beer and nuts? Gong.

The duel begins with short trips in which Chevrolet attacks along the comfort line. When driving evenly at city speeds or smoothly accelerating, the engine sounds a little louder in the Polo. And it is worth pushing the gas pedal - both wake up, but in different ways. The tone of the Volkswagen is generally lower, and in some modes it makes a rumbling sound that is somewhat reminiscent of the sounds of a diesel engine. (Let's add that the engine from VW starts with vibration, and Jim's engine is quieter and calmer.) Aveo's moderate buzzing in the spectrum is closer to the classic gasoline unit. However, with good overclocking, it already catches up with its rival in volume, and even surpasses it. In general, neither one nor the other motor is quiet, only the Volkswagen one also flatters itself, hinting at sporting ambitions with separate bass notes. In vain.

Maybe the gray color is not the most advantageous for the Aveo, but the live car looks catchy and smart. Fighter.

“Accurately follows the gas pedal” - this is not about our rivals. Both differ in delay in reactions. On the Polo this is mainly caused by the throttle setting. Even with a simple release of the brake and even more so with an initial press on the gas pedal, the car rushes forward relatively briskly. In tight parking lots, you have to be careful. Further, as the pedal advances, you expect more impressive acceleration from the car, and it is the most calm one. And only later there is a revival. Such damping in the responses is also felt during sharp accelerations on the move. It doesn't interfere with quiet driving. At Chevrolet Aveo, the dependence of crankshaft spin-up on pedal movement is more linear, but the automatic transmission is slower. The result is approximately the same: when planning a sharp overtaking, it is worth pressing the accelerator here and there in advance.

Notice the Polo's low-hanging rear spring mounts. When forced to cross the curb diagonally, this piece of iron is easy to hook on the edge of the stone. The same goes for descending. The support itself is strong, but there is little pleasant in such scratching. On the road, even with moderate potholes, these elements do not interfere.

For comparison: in the rear third of the bottom of the Aveo there are no such clearly protruding parts, there is a high cross-country margin. At the same time, in the front part of the Chevrolet body, both the belly and the bumper hang lower than the Polo. Therefore, when driving through obstacles or just on a broken country road behind the wheel of an Aveo, you should be much more careful about the front end. It's easy to catch something with an aerodynamic "skirt" or crankcase protection.

I sit behind the wheel of a dark gray car and ask: “Where is your superiority in power?” Plus 10 "horses" - in this weight category - this is the difference, which theoretically should appear somewhere at the top. Indeed, on the free streets, Chevrolet is trying to break away, spinning the internal combustion engine harder. I change into a silver sedan and understand that Volkswagen inflicts a painful injection in response: its “automatic” shifts gears not only more quickly than the opponent’s box, but also more inconspicuously. And up and down, the Chevrolet often pops up small jerks. From the "German" small shocks in the transmission can also be achieved if you press the gas heartily and force the automatic transmission to drop more steps. In most situations, the change of planetary gears to Polo can be seen only by the fluctuations of the tachometer needle and by the gear indicator. By the way, on Polo he always shows her number: both in manual mode and in “automatic”. Comfortable.

Chevrolet's digital speedometer is unusual. The brain needs some extra fraction of a second to comprehend the number. You perceive the classic Polo arrow with a cursory glance where it is easier. But we must admit: the creators of Aveo pulled the maximum out of the concept of such a display. The numbers are large, the brightness is sufficient, the color is pleasant. When you turn on the dimensions or headlights, the brightness of the glow, however, decreases, but the perception of numbers still remains good. Speed, as experience has shown, can be determined even in the most critical case - when the low (at sunset) sun shines from behind or at an angle exactly into the dashboard. In addition, a slight damping has been introduced into the readings of the Aveo speedometer, so that with small fluctuations in the speed of annoying flickering, the numbers do not occur.

At Volkswagen, the brightness of the instrument backlight is not adjustable. This is an example of saving money for the "Budget Car" tag. But the glow of numbers and arrows is quite optimal for most situations. I want to reduce it only in complete darkness. And on the illuminated night streets - just right.

Maybe the Polo is able to completely pierce the attacker through and through by turning on the sport mode? I move the handle to position S. Anger in attacks, of course, appears due to the rearrangement of the switching bar up in speed. But since the nature of the response of the motor to the accelerator remains a little inhibited, this mode does not add much sport. The “automatic” in the Aveo sedan has no sport mode at all, but our boxer boldly hits backhand, including a banal kickdown. The blow does not reach the target: in terms of acceleration in the conditionally urban range of 40-90 km / h, Volkswagen is still preferable even in normal D mode. It is rescued by a box that quickly changes gears. The greatest harmony of engines and automatic transmission for both four-doors, in theory, should be achieved in manual mode. It's just that I really don't want to go for it.

Both cars by their nature are far from sports cars, family sedans are. However, in urban conditions, they quite allow you to compete with cars of their class and similar (105–115 hp) power. Only for this you need not be shy to turn the engines, which immediately affects fuel consumption. For the latter, as it turned out later, protracted traffic jams are even more destructive.

Concluding the topic of gearboxes and active combat, it is worth noting only an important difference in ergonomics. In Polo, manual shifts are performed by short movements of the lever forward (+) and backward (-). The creators of Aveo, however, did a trick: for changing gears manually, a swinging two-shouldered button on the side of the knob of the “machine” handle is responsible for changing gears. As a result, even with the usual set of speeds, the hand has to be kept on the handle all the time. After removing your palm on the steering wheel and a little later returning it back, you need to spend another second to find the key and put your thumb on it. With Volkswagen, interaction is more intuitive and therefore faster.

Chevrolet Aveo demonstrates that he studied textbooks before the fight. The relationship between deceleration intensity and pedal travel is straightforward. But why do I still feel uncomfortable? The fact is that the pedal stroke of the “American” is somewhat larger, and the effort on it is relatively small, and in addition, it almost does not grow at almost three-quarters of the stroke. There is a feeling of "cotton wool" under the foot. It's a shame: Aveo is able to slow down intensively, but does not give the driver a sense of confidence, instinctively I want to press the pedal harder. It only gets heavier towards the floor.

The exterior mirrors of our duelists suffer from art form. Aveo (left) to a greater extent. It is very strongly beveled at the top. If this is not critical for a close left mirror, then in the same right one I would like to see more of the situation. In Polo, the exterior mirrors are better shaped. If only they were also slightly larger ... In addition, the “German” does not have enough salon mirror. This glass would add at least a centimeter. Disadvantages for one, disadvantages for the other: on this tiny point of the program - a draw.

Lunges and parries in the first round are over. Rivals take a break, and the seconds remember that cars with an initial price of up to five hundred are obviously bought not for racing through the streets, but rather for home, for the family. What family values do we know? Silence in the cabin and smoothness, for example. And also - the space inside, the convenience of transforming the cabin. Finally, everyone wants to get more car for less money. Here the results of our rivals are more or less close, but the devil is in the details.

Crossing after crossroads, crossroads after crossroads. So it gradually became clear what Chevrolet was missing. The steering mechanism of the Volkswagen significantly changes the degree of power depending on the speed. For Aveo, I would like to get a lighter steering wheel at low and medium speeds. Its heaviness for a car with not the highest sports skills is unnecessary.

Let's get back to sounds for a moment. The Polo driver, at a slight acceleration, is forced to listen to a distinct rr from the internal combustion engine, without even pressing the gas pedal further than the middle of the stroke. His ward is recouping due to the clatter of hooves: the rumble of the tires from the Chevrolet is clearly higher than that of the Volkswagen. To make it quiet, you need completely smooth, only yesterday laid asphalt. Not that the sound transmission of the wheel arches differed greatly between the two models. We believe that regular tires play the main role in this behavior of cars. A car with a yellow cross has Hankook Optimo tires, a sedan with a VW nameplate has Kama Euro.

And we also admit: many features of internal noise and smoothness are a subjective thing, and we did not use sound level meters and accelerometers. In addition, elusive crickets surfaced from time to time in both cars - some kind of weak rattles in the bowels of the front panels (in the air ducts, apparently), and in Polo - also in the area of \u200b\u200bthe right sun visor. These sounds themselves disappeared as mysteriously as they appeared.

The smoothness of the ride also partially depends on the tires. Both duelists can be considered comfortable in this regard. In more or less degree. Their suspensions do not suffer from excessive stiffness and do not sway too much in the waves. But here, too, there are tangible differences. Due to the higher profile, regular Aveo tires swallow road trifles a little better. But with serious blows from pits or when driving through rough seams on bridges, the Chevrolet shakes the whole body more than the Volkswagen Polo. The suspension of the latter transmits short and rounded pokes from the road to the seats, flavored, however, with a distinct soundtrack. Because the Polo sedan gives the impression of being better prepared for a broken roadway. But it is surprising that we have not decided whose tuning is formally harder and whose is softer. In general, they are similar, only the "German" turned out to have a higher reserve of energy intensity. On uneven pavement and at speed, its suspension allows you to feel more confident.

It is likely that by choosing better tires, the owner of Aveo will be able to somewhat change the character of his car for the better.

What about behind? It is convenient for the two extreme passengers in both sedans if their height is not much higher than average (otherwise the rivals show interesting differences, we will talk about them below). The average passenger is equally uncomfortable here and there. His legs get in the way of the central tunnel. Yes, only in Polo it is slightly higher. Volkswagen also loses in terms of air supply over the heads of the rear inhabitants. The difference in body height affects (Aveo at the withers is 5 cm higher). In addition, in Chevrolet, the rear window goes far to the roof. It is precisely this that looms over the backs of the heads of the rear riders. This decision gave an increase of a couple of centimeters of space. Although without them, Aveo would have won on this point.

There is enough space for four adults in the Aveo sedan, albeit without a margin. Frankly, many B-class cars are closer. In addition, tall people in the back can sit here without taking off, as they say, their hats. It's also nice that the ceiling handles in the Chevrolet have a microlift. Alas, against the background of such luxury, the only place for luggage in the rear of the cabin is seen with mute reproach - a pocket in the back of the front right seat. There are no pockets in the rear doors. And yet - a raised window sill line exacerbates the feeling of tightness in width. We will talk about it separately.

The Polo Salon wins in a number of important ways. For example, it is easy to come to terms with the missing microlift of the ceiling handles, but the pockets in the rear doors of the Volkswagen, and in addition with bottlers, will turn out to be much more valuable on a long journey. And that's not it.

Another example of the difference between rivals: the Polo door stop (on the left), in addition to the extreme position, has two intermediate ones. Aveo has only one intermediate fixed position. In a tight parking lot, the difference can be quite appreciated. And what's even more interesting - all four power windows in Polo have an "Auto" mode (full lowering and full rise with one click), while Aveo does not have it in any of the four.

The ceiling height margin in Aveo is like a blow to the head of an opponent. The German sedan comes to its senses and responds with a couple of quick lunges. Yes, the Chevrolet has a good space for the legs of the rear passengers, but the Polo has a much larger distance to the front seats, adjusted approximately identically! Where one tall man 185-187 cm tall, sitting down behind himself in the Aveo, will already touch the front back with his knees, in the Polo he will also have a noticeable gap about the width of a fist. And even with a fist in a boxing glove. It's not just a matter of a successful arrangement or shape of the seats: with a slightly shorter overall length, the Polo outperforms its counterpart in the wheelbase. This is followed by a second painful injection. Although the outer width of the body is greater in Chevrolet, in the shoulders of the rear passengers and between the armrests of the rear doors, the distance is for some reason greater in Volkswagen. This difference runs up to 3–8 cm, depending on the places of measurement.

A big plus for Chevrolet is the saturation with interesting touches in the design, both on the outside ...

The Aveo plastic steering wheel is pleasing to the eye and to the touch (our Polo, by the way, has leather, but this is an expensive equipment), its fine details are well worked out. The plastic on the front panel of the Chevy is hard, but interesting in terms of texture and color combinations. Pictures do not convey this feeling of texture well.

Volkswagen Polo is a mixture of simplified solutions with unusual features. He, for example, can not open the hood without opening the driver's door. Some will find this inconvenient, but, in my opinion, this is a tribute to security. The hood lock handle of the "German" is made in such a way that it rests against the end of the door and cannot turn. And the gas cap? For both sedans, it is unlocked when the central lock is opened. But for Aveo, the lid can then move freely to the side, while for Polo, you need to lightly press on it so that it snaps off. These are trifles, of course, but the difference in the volume of gas tanks cannot be called a trifle. The advantage of the Polo in nine liters is an extra hundred kilometers on the highway.

A couple more Chevrolet blows towards the opponent. The Aveo radio tape recorder in this configuration is equipped with a Bluetooth interface (the more expensive Polo does not have it). And another minivan will envy the abundance of storage compartments in front of the Aveo cockpit: three open boxes on the front console, a recess in the upper part of the panel, pockets in the doors, a case over the driver’s head, and even two glove compartments. The top has a USB port. Moreover, by connecting a phone, player or camera to it (say, for charging), the device can either be left in the glove compartment or picked up by closing the lid. After all, it has a neat slot for wiring (in the picture it is visible on the left). What a striking difference from the abode of the rear passengers, which looks gloomy and empty in the Aveo.

The interior of the Polo is visually made much more unpretentious than that of the Aveo, one might say, it is more classic. The plastic is hard but looks good. There is only one glove compartment in the Polo. On the inside of its lid there is a case and a coin box, and in the bottom of the glove compartment, under the snap-on door, there is a secret “basement” for the service book. In what else can the salons of our heroes compete? The cup holders draw - 3:3. True, Aveo has two front ones equipped with spring-loaded teeth. But on hooks for clothes, Polo wins with a score of 4: 2.

Aveo starts a new round by opening the trunk lid. It has 502 liters of volume versus 460 liters for the Polo. A strong argument that a family man will appreciate. However, Volkswagen also finds here how to respond to a dangerous attack. It has a wider boot opening. Eight centimeters, if you look at the middle of the rear lights. In addition, Volkswagen has a pair of closing handles in the upholstery of the lid (Chevrolet does without them at all). And the hold of the Polo slams shut with a dull sound, and the Aveo rattles with metal. But the upholstery of the Chevrolet cover is made of a soft material similar to felt, while the Polo has hard plastic screwed on, and even then it does not completely cover the cover.

The trunk of the Chevrolet Aveo is more spacious than that of the Volkswagen. The shape of the cargo compartments is similar, the loading height is almost the same, and the hinges of the lid interfere approximately equally.

You can open the trunk of the Polo either with a key or with a button on the driver's door. Aveo has a button on the lid itself. Inside is a slightly smaller but neatly designed space.

Each of the unequal halves of the Polo seat cushion must first be folded forward. And in two movements - first we raise the front edge, then we pull the back. Then you need to pull out the relatively tight fungi of the retainers and recline the backs, but not completely. The next step is to remove the head restraints one by one (you can’t just drown them down, so laying the backs behind the pillow will not work). Now you can finally lower the backs. Phew. And what result do we see? Chevrolet has not only a larger trunk, but also a slightly wider and higher window between the trunk and the passenger compartment. This is an uppercut. At the same time, the Aveo fighter recklessly leaves the flank open: the same unfolded pillow noticeably affects the convenience of cargo placement. Because of it, on the floor of the cargo compartment, the backs in the Aveo form a step as high as 13 cm. The Polo also has a step, but noticeably lower - about 8 cm.

The strict appearance of Polo is in harmony with its essence. Everything is thought out and meticulously verified.

There are no fanciful forms and lines in Polo. But the interior pleases in German with careful execution in detail and, on the whole, looks expensive when compared with other state employees.

The reverse transformation is similarly troublesome for the Polo and carefree for the Aveo. In a Chevrolet, the backs simply snap into place when pressed on them, and in a German car, after installing the backs in place, the locking fungi must be drowned down yourself. So, in ease of handling the seats, the American-Korean apparatus outperforms the brainchild of a company from Wolfsburg. But again, Volkswagen Polo is not going to give up, because the round of practicality is not over. Under the trunk floor of a Chevrolet lies a narrow stowaway, so unloved by many Russians. But the “German” is equipped with a normal spare wheel, however, a 14-inch one with a higher profile (another example of saving on matches), although the main wheels and tires in this configuration are 15 inches.

Let us mention an insignificant, but indicative difference associated with a niche for a spare wheel. Both Chevrolet and Volkswagen have in it, in addition to the wheel, jack and balloon wrench, an empty space for all sorts of things, such as a cable and an electric pump, remains. But in Aveo, this place is bare metal, while Polo has a prudently inserted organizer made of dense foam. It seems that we often blamed Polo for saving on penny details? We take back our words.

After the gong, the seconds evaluate the bruises and abrasions received by the duelists. In the meantime, let's remember how the Russians rated the German mix of budget knots and thoughtful little things. According to the results of the first half of 2012, the Polo model took the eighth line in the list of the most popular passenger cars. And out of almost 36 thousand cars sold, 94% are just sedans. 77% growth compared to last year against the backdrop of a 12% overall rise in our automotive market is a telling figure. Well, the Chevrolet Aveo sedan is only going to intervene in the statistics of the leaders, because its sales began in February this year, and potentially the most popular basic modification will appear at dealers in October.

In our competition, the judges paid more attention to Chevrolet as a Russian debutant this year. The younger Volkswagen basically acted as a catch-up. But it gradually became clear that the young and cocky Aveo, which has a number of strengths, has a lot to learn from the creation of German engineers.

By the way, about bases. Polo four-doors manufactured since June 11, 2012 now have ABS by default in the initial version of Trendline, and air conditioning can now be ordered as an option in it. Previously, neither one nor the other could be in the most affordable Polo sedan. Such a car, supplemented by a radio, costs almost as much as the starting four-door Aveo (LS equipment) with added air conditioning (“music” in this car is by default). But further in the two older trim levels, the gaps grow. Volkswagen is becoming more expensive than its competitor. This is partly justified by the equipment, but thoughts are gradually creeping in, why not buy something bigger for that kind of money?

The test Polo was much more expensive than the test Aveo: the “German” has climate control instead of an air conditioner, there is an electrically heated windshield, 65% tinted rear windows, security bolts ... But all this did not affect the outcome of the meeting.

Spectators, we look, reached for the exit. It remains to announce the result. Volkswagen Polo win. He won not by one blow, but by points. He made many, many small holes in the enemy. And if all of its many "slightly", "a little" or "much better" are put together, then you understand: despite all the budget, the Volkswagen branded slogan - Das Auto - is quite suitable for the Polo sedan. The four-door Aveo is an attractive option for its price. Bright appearance, interesting interior, especially if we talk about its front half, a large hold. But Aveo loses in comfort, inferior in driving properties. The main difference between the duelists lies not so much in the nominal characteristics as in the aftertaste. The new Aveo, playing, as before, in the budget league, no longer gives the impression of a frankly cheap car. Volkswagen Polo - gives the impression of an expensive one.

Leonid Popov
Drive Photos

Greetings to all after a long silence. I often run to the site to read, but there was nothing to write about the car.

I decided to sum it up because of the possible sale of the car - the option is turning up to buy a bigger car and all-wheel drive from a friend at a reasonable price.

So, the mileage approached 35 thousand km., That is, I still roll only 10 thousand km. in a year. There were no breakdowns during this period; in the fall of 2013, a creak appeared in the front right suspension when speed bumps passed. Went to a friend's station. The verdict is this: there is no problem, creaking is not a reason to change parts if they are in excellent condition (this was said about the entire suspension). They sprayed the rubber bands with silicone, and there was no longer a squeak on the way back. I climbed on the VAGovodov forums - the owners of golf courses have a similar problem, and dealers say that this is such a feature. Although, as you can see, the trouble is that nothing breaks. Now, when replacing wheels with summer ones, for prevention, he himself sprinkled all the rubber bands with silicone, just in case.

Strengths:

Quality small car

Weak sides:

Dogs don't like

Review of Volkswagen Polo Sedan 1.6 (Volkswagen Polo) 2013

Relatives got a polo sedan. At the automarket I wrote that I own it, but otherwise it did not allow me to publish a review. Of course, the model has long been known and widespread, almost everyone said. Well, I will also describe my impressions, suddenly it will be useful to someone.

Let's start with the purchase. Initially needed the most budgetary normal cars with clearance. In fact, the choice was between Solaris and polo. In general, the machines are very comparable in terms of price, performance, and size. The choice in favor of the polo was made based on the advantages of the laconic design of the polo over the rattle Solaris spaceship, as well as after reading horror stories on the Internet about the quality of the Solaris. It should be noted that the purely external quality of the cars is absolutely comparable. Everything is very neat.

When we bought it, we really wanted to order an option with a heated windshield, but we would have to wait 3-4 months, and the dealer had a ready-made basic equipment with air conditioning and a head unit. As a result, they sacrificed Wishlist in favor of speed.

Strengths:

Design
Engine
thoughtfulness
Price-quality ratio

Weak sides:

budget
not a hatchback
Still noisy in the cabin.

Review of Volkswagen Polo 1.4 (Volkswagen Polo) 2011 Part 4

Some facts and figures.

So VW Polo 1.4 MKPP5 Comfortline sold after 2.75 years of operation with a mileage of 45 thousand km.

The average consumption for the entire run was exactly 8.5 liters. The highway/city ratio is also exactly 50/50. Consumption on the highway (at normal speeds) 6-7l, in the city 9.5-10.5l / 100km.

Strengths:

Very nice car in every respect

Weak sides:

High consumption in the city (this is a feature of the car in general, or specifically my copy, I did not understand)
The climate control dial is slightly tilted up
Sometimes the design outweighs the practicality (in particular, the front bumper, like the Cross Polo, would not greatly worsen the aerodynamics, but improve the geometric cross-country ability)

The engineers and designers of the largest automotive concerns have always faced a difficult task: how to make an affordable, recognizable among competitors, safe and popular car for the masses of motorists? We will look for the answer to this question in a comparative review of the “affordable sedans” so beloved by the domestic consumer, as they are positioned by the manufacturers themselves.

The Chevrolet Aveo is already in its third generation. Production of the new model began in 2011. This car is a front-wheel drive compact "B" class sedan, also known by the nickname Sonic. Most cars received a modern atmospheric gasoline unit of 1.4 and 1.6 liters, which can optionally work in conjunction with both automatic and manual transmissions.

Volkswagen Polo model is not new, but it is the sedan that is the novelty that was created specifically for the markets of the CIS countries. The front-wheel drive B-Class is an extended version of the Polo hatchback platform, but has its own distinctive features. The model was presented to the public in 2010. ICE options are limited to a 1.6-liter gasoline "aspirated". A choice of automatic or manual transmission is available.

The cars presented in the review have 1.6 liter power units paired with an automatic transmission.

Appearance

Chevrolet Aveo

From the front, the car looks very aggressive and unexpectedly fresh for a budget sedan. The main role in this is played by non-standard head optics for modern cars. We are used to seeing round twin headlight wells on Italian Alfa Romeos or BMWs from the era of the 90s, but not on a modern mass car. The wide hood has distinct ribs, which even allows us to talk about a certain amount of "sport" in the appearance of the front. The corner grille puts an impressive end to the overall perception of the Aveo's front.

The side part succinctly continues the given note. From the back to the front there is an inclined line of stamping at the bottom of the doors, rapidly pulling the sides of the car. The rear is of particular interest. Looking at the car from behind, bitter disappointment immediately arises. There is no trace of sports aggression left! And the point here is not at all the narrowed trunk lid, which looks on the body of the car like short trousers sitting out of size on a lanky youth. It's all because of the taillights, which would fit a completely different car. They are wide, slightly reminiscent of a rectangle with beveled lines, arranged vertically. The design of the rear looks cheap and fails.

Volkswagen Polo Sedan

The front of the sedan is made strictly, ascetic and very "German". There is a significant resemblance to the Polo hatchback. The differences are only in the strokes: a narrow radiator grille with chrome stripes, a strict front bumper with fog lamps. Sharp "logs" in the lines of the head optics and a large corporate logo make the car recognizable, steadily following the general design concept of VAG. It turned out to be a kind of "intellectual", who was going to take part in a street fight for the first time.

The profile looks a little stretched, but this nuance is well concealed by the “step” of stamping at the bottom of the doors and a strict line above the door handles, which stretches from the edge of the taillights to the very edge of the front lights. The round gas tank hatch is able to bring its own special charm, if we consider exactly the side where it is located. The back part, unlike the Aveo, did not receive any design frills. In the list of potential state employees for personal purchase, Polo confidently takes its place in the top 5 main contenders for the purchase. The look is caught by simple rear lights and a slightly narrowed, taut and strict trunk lid. The ironed lines of the bumper successfully complement the overall picture.

If we consider cars exclusively from the front and side, then the Chevrolet Aveo looks much more profitable than the Volkswagen Polo Sedan. It is more modern, bold and youthful. Also, the car will appeal to middle-aged people. A surprise will await you only when you decide to follow with an admiring glance a pretty little car with a bright golden butterfly passing by. Be prepared at least for surprise, and to be more frank, then for complete disappointment from the appearance of the stern of the car. Polo Sedan is not preparing any surprises, checked! Go around and look at it at least a hundred times from any angle, but a strict and concise design idea dominates everywhere, giving the impression of reliability, quality factor and ... boredom! The usual Volkswagen sedan, only a little smaller.

The winner is the Aveo model. One way or another, Chevrolet designers have achieved the main goal! The car is of interest and attracts increased attention, which cannot be said about the Polo Sedan model.

Salon

Chevrolet Aveo

Surprises await riders in the car, this time they are pleasant. Solid plastic, although it is the main finishing material for most elements of the interior space, everything is assembled with high quality, without cracks, rough cuts or gaps. The main color was black, which was diluted with inserts and finishing of functional elements with chrome.

The most interesting solution in the interior of the sedan was the dashboard. It is made in the "motorcycle" style, representing a combination of an analog tachometer under a small visor, as well as a large digital display that displays large numbers of speed and other useful information. For some drivers, this decision may take some getting used to, but after 5 minutes behind the wheel of a car, everything falls into place. The speedometer is informative, the readings are read just fine. Externally, the dashboard is rectangular in shape, the numbers are clear, you should not be afraid of flare. It turned out stylish, non-standard, innovative. In a word, the surprise was a success, being very successful.

The seats in the sedan are made of high-quality fabric, pleasant to touch. The profile is implemented as standard for a car of this price category: mediocre lateral support, poorly developed lumbar support. The rigidity of the seats is average, nothing unexpected. Seat height adjustment is available, and the power reserve of the backrest and cushion in the planes should be enough for the driver of any build. The pillow may seem a bit short for tall drivers.

Now a few words about the design of the dashboard and center console. An important element on the dashboard became such things as airflow deflectors. These round "ventilation" holes on the sides look very stylish and expensive. The designers did their best, the front of the cabin looks fashionable and modern. In the center are the usual rectangular airflow elements.

The next position in the interior that attracts attention is the center console itself. It protrudes above the common plane, received a functional shelf on top and side "ears", which are convenient open niches for storing small items. Emphasize this beauty silver lines in the upper part, which are contours. This is followed by a nice multimedia device with a medium-sized longitudinal narrow screen and two stylish controls at the extreme points. Button elements are placed in a separate area a little lower. Looks beautiful, do not say anything.

The climate control unit is located under the center console ledge and is painted grey. At the top is an alarm button, and the bottom serves as a place for three large climate control knobs. They are round and have chrome rims.

The steering wheel has a large radius. Against the backdrop of the dashboard, it seems even larger than it really is. The rim is comfortable to hold, although it may feel a bit thin. Three-spoke steering wheel, multifunctional. Has the ability to adjust the reach and height.

The central tunnel is sloping, separating the driver and passenger areas in the front row, but it cannot be called very high. The gear selector lever has an ergonomic teardrop shape. Next comes the parking brake handle, which is classically located. The central armrest can be called "decorative", as it is narrow and does not promise high comfort on a long trip.

Aveo's interior is filled with a large number of functional niches, drawers and compartments. The ergonomics of most solutions are excellent, there are no complaints about the functionality of the cabin. Illumination of the dashboard and control elements is made using blue, white and yellow colors.

In the back row, everything is much simpler, an ordinary sofa and boring dark plastic. There is a strong contrast compared to the front seats.

Volkswagen Polo

Strict German "classic" climbed into all corners of the interior space of a compact sedan. The high-quality texture of the plastic material, the excellent fit of the dashboard elements immediately attract attention. A minimum of chrome and a maximum of black became the main color scheme of the Polo interior.

The seats are made of good quality fabric, pleasant to the touch. The profile is not rigid, everything is balanced for a typical city car. There is lateral support, but it is expressed at an average level. The anatomical structure of the chairs did not cause any comments, it is comfortable to sit and comfortable enough for the back and lower part. There are enough adjustments, you can change the height of the pillow, actively adjust the inclination of the backrest, etc.

The central panel received nice rectangular air vents with soft outer corners. Chrome rims dilute the ascetic black color of the dashboard.

The console itself is designed to simultaneously protrude, but not visually stand out above the common plane. The upper part has a pair of deflectors, then there is a longitudinal row of function keys with a central emergency button. The audio system received a fairly wide monochrome display and two nice knobs on the sides that have a chrome finish.

The climate system has a similar design, only the screen is much smaller. It is worth recognizing that it is not always convenient to recognize the readings of the climate system from the driver's seat. It may sound a little picky, but it seemed so subjective.

The overhang of the central tunnel ends with a large niche, inside which is located the light of the cigarette lighter. Next comes the gearshift lever itself. He is not very tall, he received a very comfortable handle and a thin chrome belt. The parking brake lever takes its usual place for most drivers.

The central armrest proudly rises above the "handbrake", not particularly interfering with the full use of this element. The armrest itself is wide, with good support for comfort on a long trip. Under the parking brake handle itself, there is a small recess for small items, which seems to be a convenient solution. No need to look for a place in the cabin for improvised little things.

The steering wheel has an excellent diameter. The steering wheel itself is light, three-spoke, multifunctional, covered with excellent material. You can observe a light chrome finish, which fits very organically into the overall concept of interior decoration.

Separately, it is worth mentioning the armrests on the door cards. Their width is quite enough to not only lean on, but also to completely put the left hand in moments of downtime. The shape of the armrest itself also contributes directly to this function.

The dashboard is classic, without any frills. Tachometer and speedometer scales, and between them a trip computer. This element has a small diagonal, but given its convenient location, information is read without any problems. The main colors for highlighting elements are white and red.

The assessment of the interior should be given with one significant amendment. Everything will depend on the age of the appraiser, his aspirations and personal preferences. Adherents of the classics will be quite satisfied with the functional and modest design in the Volkswagen Polo. There is nothing superfluous, everything is in its rightful and painfully familiar places. For those who strive for novelty and modernism, the Aveo salon will definitely look. It has style, personality and charm, which is perfectly combined with functionality and ergonomics. Chevrolet designers surprised with their bold decisions once again, and everything in the interior looks exclusively on the positive side. The Chevrolet Aveo captivates with its modern look and style, becoming the winner at this stage of the comparison of the two sedans.

Driving performance

Chevrolet Aveo received McPherson front with anti-roll bar. The rear part has a semi-independent, spring suspension.

Traction at the bottom is typical for a city sedan, the engine comes to life only in the middle rev range. This nature entails slightly increased fuel consumption when trying to set and maintain a brisk pace. Noise isolation is average, the engine is clearly audible in the cabin with an increase in speed, and the wheel arches are reminiscent of the change in the quality of the asphalt surface at speed.

Chassis settings allow you to comfortably move over small bumps and minor pits. The suspension is afraid of larger potholes, willingly breaking through with a deaf mumbling blow.

The steering wheel is light and crisp, with a well-defined zero position. On a straight line, the car willingly keeps a given trajectory. It should be borne in mind that the car is characterized by a small windage. Demolition of the front and rear axles can begin much earlier than many people think. So it is not worth breaking the thresholds of permitted speeds with active maneuvering.

Brakes and electronic systems form a typical tandem for a low-ambitious representative. Front mechanisms are disc, and the rear received drums.

Volkswagen Polo sedan was equipped in front with the usual McPherson with an anti-roll bar. At the rear, the sedan has a semi-independent, spring suspension design. Pickup is fairly even throughout the entire rev range. The soundproofing of the engine compartment is at a sufficient level, but the wheel arches are slightly inferior in terms of the quality of the interior protection from external noise.

Running energy-intensive, but you should not get carried away. The suspension makes its way relatively easily on sharp sections of asphalt, which is reflected by a muffled thud.

The steering settings make it easy and comfortable to drive a car that readily obeys the steering wheel and keeps a good trajectory on straight sections. The sedan shows good resistance to axial drift at a reasonable speed.

Front disc brakes, ventilated. Back mechanisms of drum type. The car slows down well, and electronic assistants are competently connected to work if necessary.

The driving performance of the Volkswagen Polo allows it to get ahead of the Chevrolet Aveo at this stage of the comparison. The German sedan turned out to be better balanced and more honest to drive. An important role in this assessment was played by suspension settings and sound insulation. These qualities allowed the Polo to become a more profitable car compared to the Chevrolet Aveo, which, although slightly, still lagged behind the competitor in terms of estimated performance and overall driving experience.

capacity

Chevrolet Aveo (Sonic) shows good roominess in its class. The front is quite spacious, especially in height. The margin in width is not completely absent, but a slight tightness is felt, which is characteristic of the class of the car.

The rear row of seats makes a similar impression, but three on the rear sofa can still fit only with controversial and relative comfort. The advantage is the same headroom. But the margin for the legs is minimal, and to be honest, there is practically none.

The trunk has good capacity indicators, which are infringed by a narrow loading opening. This feature will not allow you to place a bulky load.

Volkswagen Polo sedan looks spacious in width. So it is in fact. There is plenty of shoulder room in the front row, but there may not be enough headroom.

A similar picture is observed in the back row. With a hint of comfort, you can place three riders on the back sofa. It is worth mentioning that the wheelbase provides quite an acceptable headroom in the area of rear passenger legroom. Only the free space above the head remains a little controversial.

The trunk is not the largest in the class, but a fairly wide opening for loading slightly compensates for this shortcoming. The second plus can be considered the ability to lay out the back of the seat in the back row with a small shelf.

The leader at this stage of the comparison is a car from Volkswagen, whose interior capacity turned out to be slightly better compared to a competitor. Polo offers more legroom for rear passengers, more space in width, the best boot compared to Aveo in terms of ergonomics and ease of loading. The only plus of the Chevrolet can be considered the height in the cabin and the larger trunk displacement, but this does not allow it to become the winner in the overall classification in terms of spaciousness.

Economy

The Volkswagen Polo gets a slight lead in terms of fuel efficiency, although this cannot be called a clear victory. The Chevrolet Aveo received slightly better dynamic and torque characteristics compared to its competitor.

Safety

Base model Chevrolet Aveo:

Base model Volkswagen Polo:

ABS system
driver/passenger front airbags

Euro NCAP crash test result: 5 stars.

The comparative review of car safety determines the winner of the Volkswagen Polo, since the presence of an anti-lock braking system (ABS) is an advantage of this car relative to the Chevrolet Aveo.

Price

The average price of a base Chevrolet Aveo without a run is $14,600.
The average price for a base model Volkswagen Polo is $15,950.

Owner reviews

Volkswagen Polo:

Anton (Izhevsk)

Pros: Design, quality. The model, though small, is German. That says it all, the habits of the machine are adults.

Vovka (Ufa)

Pros: Playful, reliable. On the handle of the engine behind the eyes. There are no problems with the chassis either, the normal price of spare parts.

REMM (Kazan)

Pros: Interior quality. For this amount of money, I did not find anything better, although I chose for a long time. I took a used 2012, I do not regret it.

Maxim (Moscow)

Cons: Noisy motor. When warmed up, the engine makes noise, as if the piston is knocking. Mileage 37,000. I do not know what to think.

Oleg (Rostov)

Cons: Price. Expensive for a foreign car of our assembly. There are no particular questions about the quality yet, but there are questions about the service.

Pasha (Krasnoyarsk)

Cons: Package. The base is poor for such a price terribly. And a little better, the price bites, not really fair for "our brand".

Chevrolet Aveo:

Kirill (Rostov)

Pros: Exterior. My first machine. I really like the look, especially the muzzle. Tightened the hind feet with a deaf film, 16 rollers.

Olka (Tula)

Pros: Stylish, affordable. When choosing a car, I fell in love with Aveo. Very elegant white. The price for a new one is great.

Maxxx (Ryazan)

Pros: Torpedo, engine, climate. Inside, the design is cool, the tidy is super simple. The engine pulls briskly from 3 thousand. The air conditioner quickly draws cool air into the heat.

Ivan (Mirny)

Cons: Suspension. Afraid of holes, tender. It quickly goes to the breakdown, so be careful with the pits, especially if you are not sure.

Serge (Bryansk)

Cons: Cost. I don’t know your indicators, but in winter I have up to 14 liters of the 95th easily. I go more often to the floor of the gas pedal.

Dima (Kamyshin)

Cons: Noise isolation. Summer tires on the track are heard well, even too much. The extra noise won't hurt for sure.

Comparison results

Chevrolet Aveo is an excellent option for those drivers who appreciate novelty, non-standard design solutions, ergonomics and style. Also an important feature is the fact that Chevy really knows how to stand out from the crowd and attract attention.

Volkswagen Polo is a typical conservative who is not ready to accept the fashion trends of the automotive industry. The machine remains true to the classic ideals, while providing thoughtful ergonomics and comfort.

At the time of the release of both models, the Polo seemed like a better deal, but at the moment we can see changes. The comparison review places the Aveo as the winner, as the car is substantially cheaper, offers a great balance of available options, and has a more modern and contemporary design today.

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Test drive Chevrolet Aveo and Volkswagen Polo

The lines for the Volkswagen Polo sedan are growing day by day. For those who don't want to wait, we compared the German with the less sought-after old-timer of the Chevrolet Aveo class of budget sedans, choosing sedans equipped with automatic transmissions.

The debate in the editorial office about which of the sedans is prettier ended before it even started. Polo sedan won unconditionally. Stylish optics, minimal gaps between the elements (the little finger crawls between the headlight and the closed Aveo hood without any problems). The only thing that "blew the bill" was the rear view, which on the Chevrolet seemed a little more solid and balanced, while the Polo's stern was framed so that it seemed to be narrower than it really is. Aveo also let down the decorative hubcaps and a not-so-serious navy blue; in black and with alloy wheels it would be more competitive. Maybe.

Inside, the VW, like the outside, is a step more modern, both aesthetically and functionally. Although the hard steering wheel, which does not even have control buttons at maximum speed, slightly spoiled the more than worthy interior appearance. However, the plastic itself, with which the doors and dashboard are trimmed, is quite hard; a logical question arose - how much would a car become more expensive if VW plastic was used as in a regular Polo ... But the organization of driver's tools is like in a real Volkswagen. Excellent readable devices, between them - a small on-board computer screen. The information displayed on it can be controlled by the buttons on the stalk with wipers.

Aveo is simpler. But everything vital is also in its place: air conditioning and a standard double-size radio tape recorder, unpopular with thieves, have firmly settled on the center console. The good news is that there are two buttons on the steering wheel. Bad: these are the horn buttons, which cannot be hit if, out of habit, you press into the core of the steering wheel ...

The back of the Polo is cramped. That is, there is enough space for the knees, but the hard finish of the roof touches the head. And in the shoulders there will be enough space for only two. Aveo is more spacious in breadth, although those who are taller than 180 cm will also complain about the height to the roof.

Dynamics

At first glance, the comparison is unfair: under the hood of the Polo sedan was a 1.6-liter 105-horsepower engine, while the Aveo had only a 1.4 engine. But the power of Chevrolet, whose engine size is a whole glass less, differed by only 4 hp. Therefore, there is no particular difference in the dynamics, only in the nature of the set.

A six-speed "automatic" (not bad for a state employee, right ?!) diligently changes gears, offering to be more economical on fuel - the salon managers drove to us so that the average consumption on the on-board computer was about 15 liters per hundred! The Japanese Aisin automatic transmission works great, and in sport mode it allows you to keep the gear longer and helps you move faster around the city. Aveo is not inferior at the start, winning due to the rare shifting of speeds - the Chevrolet “automatic” has only 4 gears, but in the city this is enough. Despite its age, this transmission performs just as well, and we especially like the subtle upshifts and predictable downshifts.

The steering is more transparent in the Volkswagen: the neutral position is better indicated, and the slightest deviation causes the steering wheel to return more and more. Chevrolet is a little less informative, and at low speeds the control becomes sharply less sharp, unlike Polo.

The suspension of both sedans is quite stiff, but with the deterioration of the road quality, the Aveo looks more comfortable. However, the Polo sedan is rehabilitated on flat pavement by keeping a straight line perfectly, turning even with slight rolls (almost off-road clearance affected), but without deviating from the intended trajectory.

The ground clearance of the Polo sedan is 1.5 cm higher than that of the Aveo (170 versus 155 mm), which can come in handy on a broken country road, say, on the way to the country. But even a more modest Chevrolet clearance will not cause discomfort on the streets of the city - for example, both cars can park with their front wheels close to the curb.

Volkswagen Polo is worth the wait. Moreover, the Kaluga plant is about to increase the production of cars several times, and the queues will shorten. Most likely. But Polo is your option, but inexpensive (compared to competitors) can no longer be called. If money is “tense” and every ruble is important, Aveo is a classic “budget car”: you won’t be charged extra for a stylish and ergonomic interior and exterior in German, but only for everything you need, already included in the list of equipment.

How justified is our choice of transmission? VW dealers sell no more than 15% of "automated" Polo sedans. A slightly larger percentage is also found in the implemented Aveo with automatic transmission. This is because for buyers of cars of this class, the main thing is the price, and everything that can affect its increase is immediately discarded. But we liked the "automated" cars a lot more than their mechanical counterparts; they are more comfortable and make it easier to endure long city traffic jams. True, cars for half a million rubles will no longer be budget options ...

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Test drive duel of Chevrolet Aveo and Volkswagen Polo sedans

Both cars in our test were equipped with 1.6-liter gasoline engines, and both were equipped with a six-speed “automatic” with the ability to shift manually. Chevrolet Aveo came to us in the average configuration (out of three), and Volkswagen Polo - in the top (also out of three possible). Options have been added here and there.

The boxer drops the glove. This is how we see the newcomer to the Russian market - Aveo of the second generation. Embossed sidewalls with sloping lines, embossed hood, frowning eyebrows over the four headlight sockets, a protruding jaw ... It's about to hit. Compared to the previous Aveo - a clear step forward in both design and technology. The four-door Volkswagen Polo accepts the challenge: a kind of intellectual who attended fencing lessons and intends to inflict targeted injections on counterattacks. A slightly smaller body, a minimum of embellishments, balanced proportions. Just another Volkswagen. Whether this is a compliment or a hint of mortal boredom depends on personal perception. The Kaluga "German" is slightly inferior to the opponent in passport power, traction and acceleration. But the nominal parameters in a duel sometimes mean no more than the official ratings of athletes.

Boxer and fencer. Different disciplines, different weapons, but the forces are close. Spectators stocked up on beer and nuts? Gong.

Maybe the gray color is not the most advantageous for the Aveo, but the live car looks catchy and smart. Fighter.

The appearance of the Polo sedan someone will call faceless. Such calm taillights could have appeared fifteen years ago and in fifteen years they will also look normal. Timeless design. And here we are, bypassing the car around, came to the conclusion that it is harmonious. All the details here are well combined with each other. Elegance is "a style characterized by noble simplicity, calmness, relaxation, rigor and fluidity." It's in the dictionary. Exactly. Notice the Polo's low-hanging rear spring mounts. When forced to cross the curb diagonally, this piece of iron is easy to hook on the edge of the stone. The same goes for descending. The support itself is strong, but there is little pleasant in such scratching. On the road, even with moderate potholes, these elements do not interfere.

The design of the Tiptronic automatic gearbox switch in Polo (left) looks expensive, and the box itself is essentially that. The handle on the Chevrolet Aveo is a design refinement, but loses in convenience. However, for Aveo this box is a big progress. After all, we have before us the first six-speed sported (with manual mode) “automatic” on compacts with a Chevrolet nameplate. This unit differs from its direct predecessors from the automatic transmission line for GM cars in reduced dimensions and weight. We note for thrifty buyers: the surcharge for the "automatic" for the Chevrolet Aveo is 33 thousand rubles, and for the Volkswagen Polo sedan - 46 thousand. In both cases, the automatic transmission can be ordered from the second trim level.

You need to adjust to the brakes on both four-doors. Again, it's different. For the first hundreds of meters on a Volkswagen, I'm driving and I can't figure out how hard to press the pedal. There is a pedestrian crossing ahead, you need to slow down. With a slight movement of the pedal, it seems that nothing is happening at all. Then, as the foot moves, the effort begins to increase, and the deceleration clearly increases. And further away the brakes, as they say, grab and even sharper than we would like. Having got used, however, you choose an optimum easily. Chevrolet Aveo demonstrates that he studied textbooks before the fight. The relationship between deceleration intensity and pedal travel is straightforward. But why do I still feel uncomfortable? The fact is that the pedal stroke of the “American” is somewhat larger, and the effort on it is relatively small, and in addition, it almost does not grow at almost three-quarters of the stroke. There is a feeling of "cotton wool" under the foot. It's a shame: Aveo is able to slow down intensively, but does not give the driver a sense of confidence, instinctively I want to press the pedal harder. It only gets heavier towards the floor.

In a fight, opponents have to maneuver a lot. The Aveo has hydraulic power steering, the Polo has electric power steering. This circumstance, however, does not create any crushing difference in everyday driving. When changing lanes and cornering, both sedans feel quite docile. But still, the “German” steers more sharply, its steering wheel is somewhat more informative, but the Aveo sedan keeps a slightly greater distance between itself and the driver. This is strange, because the steering wheel is relatively short and, in addition, heavy. And in general, people often dislike electric amplifiers and extol hydro. You can see it's in the settings. Lunges and parries in the first round are over. Rivals take a break, and the seconds remember that cars with an initial price of up to five hundred are obviously bought not for racing through the streets, but rather for home, for the family. What family values do we know? Silence in the cabin and smoothness, for example. And also - the space inside, the convenience of transforming the cabin. Finally, everyone wants to get more car for less money. Here the results of our rivals are more or less close, but the devil is in the details.

Taking into account the general level of sound insulation of the cabin, the acoustic and vibration stages of the duel win Polo, but not in one go. For example, the heater fan rustles more distinctly (even at the first speed). This is clearly visible if you do not turn on the music. Therefore, Volkswagen cannot deliver a decisive blow here either. And we also admit: many features of internal noise and smoothness are a subjective thing, and we did not use sound level meters and accelerometers. In addition, elusive crickets surfaced from time to time in both cars - some kind of weak rattles in the bowels of the front panels (in the air ducts, apparently), and in Polo - also in the area of \u200b\u200bthe right sun visor. These sounds themselves disappeared as mysteriously as they appeared.

It is likely that by choosing better tires, the owner of Aveo will be able to somewhat change the character of his car for the better.

The next round is held in static - we meticulously examine the salons. Where is the best driver's seat? There is no clear answer. A very subjective criterion. For potential buyers to think, let's just say that the Chevrolet pillow is softer than the Volkswagen one. Even in the Aveo, the lateral support is a little more prominent, especially on the back of the seat. But the length of the pillow may not be enough for tall comrades, which will undoubtedly affect the long journey. This exchange of cautious attacks ends with a prick from Polo: this model has driver seat height adjustment in all versions, even in the base one, but Aveo has such a useful setting only in the top of the three.
What about behind? It is convenient for the two extreme passengers in both sedans if their height is not much higher than average (otherwise the rivals show interesting differences, we will talk about them below). The average passenger is equally uncomfortable here and there. His legs get in the way of the central tunnel. Yes, only in Polo it is slightly higher. Volkswagen also loses in terms of air supply over the heads of the rear inhabitants. The difference in body height affects (Aveo at the withers is 5 cm higher). In addition, in Chevrolet, the rear window goes far to the roof. It is precisely this that looms over the backs of the heads of the rear riders. This decision gave an increase of a couple of centimeters of space. Although without them, Aveo would have won on this point.

A big plus for Chevrolet is the saturation with interesting touches in the design, both on the outside ...

So it is inside. The ventilation knobs were especially successful. Rubberized, with a relief rim, chrome-plated ring and yellow LEDs as marks. A similar knob that controls the headlights is also equipped with a risk diode, which lights up blue when the outdoor lighting is turned on. Good large paddle shifters. Extreme ventilation deflectors are ingeniously made. Turning the round handle on them opens and closes two crescent petals, thereby changing the air pressure. And behind them is a lattice in the form of honeycombs. Stylish. The Aveo plastic steering wheel is pleasing to the eye and to the touch (our Polo, by the way, has leather, but this is an expensive equipment), its fine details are well worked out. The plastic on the front panel of the Chevy is hard, but interesting in terms of texture and color combinations. Pictures do not convey this feeling of texture well.

You can open the trunk of the Polo either with a key or with a button on the driver's door. Aveo has a button on the lid itself. Inside is a slightly smaller but neatly designed space.

An interesting situation develops with the transformation of the rear seats. Both competitors have split backs. And Chevrolet captivates here with the simplicity and lightning speed of their folding. He pulled the lock lever - the back fell forward. The pillow on the Aveo is one-piece and does not transform. In extreme cases, it can only be removed and left in the garage. With Polo, there is much more fuss, and it seems that here he will never fight off the attacker in his life.
Each of the unequal halves of the Polo seat cushion must first be folded forward. And in two movements - first we raise the front edge, then we pull the back. Then you need to pull out the relatively tight fungi of the retainers and recline the backs, but not completely. The next step is to remove the head restraints one by one (you can’t just drown them down, so laying the backs behind the pillow will not work). Now you can finally lower the backs. Phew. And what result do we see? Chevrolet has not only a larger trunk, but also a slightly wider and higher window between the trunk and the passenger compartment. This is an uppercut. At the same time, the Aveo fighter recklessly leaves the flank open: the same unfolded pillow noticeably affects the convenience of cargo placement. Because of it, on the floor of the cargo compartment, the backs in the Aveo form a step as high as 13 cm. The Polo also has a step, but noticeably lower - about 8 cm.

The strict appearance of Polo is in harmony with its essence. Everything is thought out and meticulously verified.

There are no fanciful forms and lines in Polo. But the interior pleases in German with careful execution in detail and, on the whole, looks expensive when compared with other state employees.

By the way, about bases. Polo four-doors manufactured since June 11, 2012 now have ABS by default in the initial version of Trendline, and air conditioning can now be ordered as an option in it. Previously, neither one nor the other could be in the most affordable Polo sedan. There is such a car, supplemented by a radio tape recorder, roundedly 485 thousand rubles. The starting four-door Aveo (LS equipment) with added air conditioning (“music” in this car is by default) pulls on 474 thousand. Almost parity. But further in the two older trim levels, the gaps grow. Volkswagen is becoming more expensive than its competitor. This is partly justified by the equipment, but thoughts are gradually creeping in, why not buy something bigger for that kind of money?

Passport data

ModelVolkswagen Polo sedan 1.6 Highline AT6Chevrolet Aveo LT 1.6 ATBodyEngineTransmissionChassisPerformance characteristics

body type	sedan	sedan
Number of doors/seats	4/5	4/5
Length, mm	4384	4399
Width, mm	1699	1735
Height, mm	1465	1517
Wheel base, mm	2552	2525
Track front / rear, mm	1460/1498	1497,5/1495
Curb weight, kg	1217	1183
Gross weight, kg	1700	1619
Trunk volume, l	460	502
Type of	petrol	petrol
Location	front, transverse	front, transverse
Number and arrangement of cylinders	4, in a row	4, in a row
Number of valves	16	16
Working volume, cm³	1598	1598
Max. power, hp/r/min	105/5250	115/6000
Max. torque, N m/r/min	153/3800	155/4000
Transmission		automatic six-speed
Drive unit	front	front
Front suspension		independent, spring, McPherson
Rear suspension	semi-dependent, spring	semi-dependent, spring
Front brakes	disc ventilated	disc ventilated
Rear brakes	drum	drum
Tires	195/55 R15	195/65R15
Ground clearance, mm	170	160
Maximum speed, km/h	187	186
Acceleration time from 0 to 100 km/h, s	12,1	11,7
Fuel consumption, l/100 km
- urban cycle	9,8	9,9
- suburban cycle	5,4	5,5
- mixed cycle	7,0	7,1
Toxicity rate	Euro 4	Euro 5
Fuel tank capacity, l	55	46
Fuel	AI-95–98	AI-95

Complete sets of tested cars

EquipmentVolkswagen Polo sedan 1.6 Highline AT6Chevrolet Aveo LT 1.6 ATBasic equipment price441 500444 000Price of test equipment613 500520 000Tested car price690 990558 000

Front airbags	+	+
Side airbags	60 700*	–
Isofix child seat attachment	+	+
ABS	+	+
Dynamic stabilization system	60 700*	–
Traction control	60 700*	–
Automatic transmission	S	S
Power steering	+	+
Fog lights	S	–
rear parking sensors	60 700*	–
On-board computer	+	–
Air conditioner	–	S
Climate control	60 700*	–
Multifunction steering wheel	60 700*	S
Tilt steering column	–	+
Steering column with tilt and reach adjustment	+	7000**
Heated and electrically adjustable outside rear-view mirrors	S	13 000***
Driver's seat height adjustment	+	–
Heated front seats	S	13 000***
Heated windshield	S	–
Electrically heated washer nozzles	S	–
CD player with MP3 support	60 700*	+
Integrated Bluetooth hands free system	–	S
Immobilizer	+	+
Anti-theft alarm	S	–
Oil pan protection	5130	+
Alloy wheels	S	10 000
metallic color	S	8000
- - missing.
+ - is included in the basic package.
S is the standard for test equipment.
* As part of the Premium package.
** As part of Package 2.
*** Included in Package 1.

Technique

The four-door Polo is built on the fifth generation Polo hatchback chassis (PQ25 platform). However, the wheelbase received an increase of as much as 82 mm, and the passport ground clearance was increased by almost 7 cm. Suspension here is traditional: McPherson front and torsion beam rear. The same nodes can be found in a number of models of the Volkswagen concern. But an important change took place in the braking system: the rear disc mechanisms of the five-door were replaced by cheaper and more durable drum mechanisms.

The Gamma II (GSV) platform used on the second generation Aveo was jointly designed by GM Korea and Opel. It involves the use of suspension types traditional for a small class. These are McPherson struts at the front and a semi-independent torsion beam design at the rear. The Gamma II is GM's relatively new global platform for compact cars, and it can be found in various variations, for example, in the current Chevrolet Spark and Opel Mokka cars, as well as in the upcoming Opel Adam city car.

The power structure of the body of the Polo sedan is very similar to the structure of the original hatchback. This applies to key parts and materials used. Creating their budget four-door, Volkswagen engineers did not skimp on safety. The upper spars, sill reinforcements, central tunnel and engine shield of the Polo sedan are made of high-strength steel, and the front and middle pillars are made of ultra-high-strength steel.

High-strength steel makes up about 60% of the Aveo's body structure (yellow). Ultra-high-strength steel (red) is used in several key areas: sills, floor crossbars, A-pillars. The individual grades of alloys used here have a tensile strength of more than 1000 MPa, while the predecessor car had up to 550 MPa. And the number of welding points was increased by 10%. All this made it possible to achieve better body rigidity (for the benefit of handling) and radically better crash test results compared to the Aveo predecessor (five stars versus one and a half).

Under the hood of the Polo is a well-tested and relatively simple design sixteen-valve CFNA with distributed injection, known to domestic drivers, for example, from the current Fabia. Of the design features, it is worth mentioning the durable timing chain drive and four separate ignition coils.

The Aveo sedan is equipped with a “four” from the Ecotec family, familiar to consumers from a number of other GM models. In particular, the same unit, only with the Opel badge on the cover, can be seen in the engine compartment of the Astra of the current generation. Features of this internal combustion engine: intake tract with variable geometry and variable valve timing at the inlet and outlet. Compared to the same engine of the previous generation in this unit, engineers have reduced the weight of the cylinder block and increased its rigidity, improved cooling of the block head and increased the survivability of the toothed belt, and also introduced cooling of the pistons with oil jets. Author: Leonid Popov

The debate in the editorial office about which of the sedans is prettier ended before it even started.

Polo sedan won unconditionally. Stylish optics, minimal gaps between the elements (the little finger crawls between the headlight and the closed Aveo hood without any problems). The only thing that "blew the bill" was the rear view, which on the Chevrolet seemed a little more solid and balanced, while the Polo's stern was framed so that it seemed to be narrower than it really is.

Aveo also let down the decorative hubcaps and a not-so-serious navy blue; in black and with alloy wheels it would be more competitive. Maybe.

Salon

Dynamics

Money

The entrance fee to the club of owners of the Polo sedan and Aveo with "automatic machines" is 512,000 and 513,000 rubles, respectively. In the case of Chevrolet, in addition to the machine, the buyer also receives a fully equipped car with the maximum equipment option. However, for this amount, the Aveo will not have heated seats and a longitudinal adjustment of the steering column. But in Polo there is no music, no air conditioning - everything is for a fee.

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