Chevrolet Aveo The T300, aka Sonic, replaced the Aveo T250. For Russian market It is mainly equipped with a 1.6 liter engine and has been assembled at the GAZ plant since 2012. Weak spots Chevrolet Aveo T300, in most cases, has the same as its predecessor. Sores relate to the engine, chassis and interior in terms of extraneous sounds. Let's consider them in more detail:
Engine: Fuel consumption, like the previous Aveo T250 model, remained at the same level, despite the fact that the Aveo T300 uses 4th generation Opel engines. For example: on engines 1.6 F16D4, with mechanical box gears, consumption, according to average estimates, is 10-11 liters per 100 kilometers, and if the car is equipped with an automatic gearbox, then the more it will be higher. The line of engines itself, in terms of reliability, has remained at the same high level. There are cases of excessive engine vibration, most likely the reason for this.
Of the old problems, the new generation inherited oil leakage from under the valve cover, this occurs mainly after 30 thousand km. run. More often after 10 thousand km. the power steering hose is leaking.
In principle, a rather rare case, to whom it will be lucky, is the extrusion of the oil pressure sensor (as a rule, if it happens, then in the first winter of operation of the car) and the failure of the ignition module (a symptom is engine tripping).
Chassis: The suspension on the T300 has a low ground clearance (the solution may be to install wheels of a larger diameter), it is excessively rigid with a small rebound shock absorber travel, this gives a plus to the car's handling and stability on a flat road, but as soon as you start driving on "standard Russian" roads, as your fifth point you feel all the errors of asphalt pavers. Hence, a rather small resource for the suitability of stabilizer struts, “links” almost immediately begin to knock (by the way, modified, reinforced ones are installed in subsequent releases), in addition to stabilizer struts, their nuts can be added. Now it is desirable to securely fix these nuts or use a thread lock.
Often falls into disrepair.
There are also weak rear racks(as a rule, they leak after 30-50 thousand kilometers). What can console in this case? - this is the price of spare parts, which, like on the previous Aveo model, can be equated to consumables.
Checkpoint: In terms of reliability, there are no questions about the gearbox, in principle, but the mechanics, unfortunately, have not become better. If you like to drive a car, then by 20 thousand km. There may be wear on the synchronizers of the first two gears.
Salon: Based on the many reviews Chevrolet owners Aveo T300, the weak point is the poor sound insulation of the cabin, in principle, this can be fixed by investing a little money. Also, over time, squeaks familiar from the Aveo T250 appear in the cabin. The interior trim uses a lot of painted plastic, which is very prone to scratches. For everything else, including design, you can put a plus.
Cooling: Often in the range of 30-60 thousand km, there are problems with. Either it breaks or it fails, which is built into the thermostat housing.
Electronics: A rather rare case, in the region of 40 thousand km., Associated with the burnout of the heated seats. Around the same area, the heated mirrors may burn out.
Brakes: A common disease in the Chevrolet Aveo T300 is rumble brake calipers. From the factory, the caliper guides are slightly smaller in diameter, as a result of which, over time, they begin to rumble, so such an Aveo new malfunction can be considered a childhood sore. Treatment consists in the installation of fixing brackets. Modified guides along with brackets are supplied in one set. I am glad that the official dealer makes a replacement under warranty.
Body: Quality paintwork body is good. Vehicle without external damage, very well resistant to metal corrosion. The only thing that was noticed by the weak points of the body is the trunk lid. She, over time, may begin to chat a little on bumps, hence the wear of the rubber bands of the seals.
Chevrolet Aveo T300 undoubtedly has its own strengths and weak points. Aveo T300 inherited most of the childhood illnesses from its predecessor, but there are also new surprises that can manifest themselves. Practice shows that if you follow the car, in the sense of what to do on schedule and not arrange off-road rallies, the Chevrolet Aveo T300 will serve you for quite a long time. Add here spectacular aggressive appearance, futuristic interior design, you can say the car is worth the money.
Chevrolet Aveo cars have become popular due to their reliability and modern design.
For 13 years of production, the Korean branch of the manufacturer General Motors has managed to sell hundreds of thousands of cars, and owner reviews confirm the high build quality and low maintenance costs.
According to motorists, proper care and regular maintenance guarantee 250-300 thousand mileage without overhaul, which is considered an excellent option for a Korean manufacturer.
What are the features of the operation of the car? What are the weaknesses in the T250 and T300 models? What the reviews say real owners? You will learn about all this further.
Operating experience
To understand the features of the car, it is worth considering separately each of its components.
Engine.
Initially, the manufacturer installed two types of engines on Chevrolet Aveo cars - 1.2 and 1.4 liters.
A distinctive feature of both power units is the presence of a timing belt drive.
Another nuance is the presence of an identical crank group. The main difference is only in the number of valves per cylinder.
The 1.2-liter engine is equipped with a smaller camshaft and eight valves. The more powerful engine (by 1.4 liters) is equipped with two camshafts and 16 valves.
Practice has shown that the oil change interval (15 thousand kilometers) is overestimated, therefore, in 1.2-liter engines, excessive camshaft wear is observed.
Such problems manifest themselves after 60-100,000 runs. A malfunction often leads to jamming of the device and the need to replace the cylinder head.
The first symptoms of a breakdown are the appearance of a “clatter”, as in diesel engines. The reason is the lack of oil in some parts of the motor.
To solve the problem, you will have to change the camshaft in combination with rockers, dismantle the cylinder head, clean and drill the jet, providing it with a larger size.
In order to avoid the described problem, the interval for replacing the lubricant in the motor should be reduced to 10 thousand kilometers.
After 80-120 thousand mileage, there is a high risk of a crankcase ventilation valve wedge, which causes the lubricant to be squeezed out of the engine along with the oil dipstick.
After 120-140,000, be prepared to change the front crankshaft oil seal due to oil leakage.
In 1.4-liter engines, after a long run, carbon deposits form on the intake valves, which leads to “triple”, but since 2008, the developers have managed to eradicate this problem. In the period from 80 to 110 thousand kilometers, an oil leak may occur.
On cars with automatic gas phase control and in motors with a chain drive, after 30-60 thousand km, an uncharacteristic “rumble” often occurs after the plant of the power unit, as well as the appearance of a “diesel clatter” after the temperature has set.
Such a problem often indicates a breakdown of the camshaft gear. If the problem is not noticed in a timely manner, then there is a high risk of squeezing out the seals of the distribution mechanism, lowering the oil level and splashing the timing belt.
The result is often deplorable - belt slippage and valve deformation.
After 50-100 thousand mileage, as a rule, it changes release bearing, and after 120-150,000 - clutch.
Operational practice has shown that the Chevrolet Aveo with a volume power unit 1.5 liters are distinguished by the stability of operation on liquefied gas ().
Transmission.
After 80-130 thousand km, due to a decrease in the elasticity of the seals, oil can leak from the gearbox. Here the task of the motorist is to notice the drop in the oil level in a timely manner. Otherwise, there is a high risk of rapid wear of the neutral and 5th gears.
The occurrence of an uncharacteristic “crunch” at the moment the 5th speed is turned on just indicates a shortage of oil in the gearbox.
In the conditions of frequent trips around the city, the transmission wears out after 60-90 thousand mileage, which is expressed in an insufficiently clear inclusion of speeds.
If we compare two automatic transmission boxes and “mechanics”, then the first one is more reliable, but after 40-100 thousand mileage there is a high risk of deterioration in the contact connection of the switch control solenoid.
The result - a problem with the choice of speed in the position of the "Parking" selector knob (P). To avoid complications, periodic cleaning of contacts is required.
Chevrolet Aveo cooling system.
Operating experience has shown that in the range of 60-90 thousand mileage, difficulties arise with heating the power unit due to a thermostat malfunction.
Here there is a risk of leakage or early opening of the valve to a larger circle, which prevents the power unit from warming up normally in frost.
Due to the sinking of the valve after 50-80 thousand mileage, another unpleasant symptom occurs - “siphoning” of the expansion tank cap.
In the same range, problems often manifest themselves with the “sticking” of the fan motor brushes in the cooling system, as well as the oxidation of the contact connections in the plug.
On the 2003-2007 Chevrolet Aveo, the fan housing is located in close proximity to the radiator, which often causes abrasion of the right lower part of the assembly after 50-70 thousand km.
To fix the problem, it is enough to perform two simple manipulations - cut the edges of the case and put washers at the fan attachment points.
In the period of 80-100 thousand km, the engine error lamp may light up (manifested against the background of a drop in the thrust of the power unit). Problems in operation are often caused by failure or contamination of the filter screens of the pump in the fuel system.
One of the weak points of the car is the suspension, which annoys motorists with extraneous “mumbling” in the front.
To reduce the negative factor, it is enough to put more powerful supports on the front pillars.
New supports take care of 70-90 thousand mileage, and the front hub bearings (80-100).
Silent blocks on the rear lever "surrender" and creak already after 60-70 thousand, while in front they can withstand a longer period without replacement.
As for the silent blocks on the rear beam, here the resource varies in the aisles of 90-140 thousand mileage. Symptoms of the problem are loss of stability, extraneous squeaks and noises.
The brake pads on the front wheels should be replaced after 40-50 thousand, and the brake discs - after 70-100.
Steering.
After 50-80 thousand km, the gear shaft bushing may fail, which leads to knocks in the steering rack.
After 90-100,000 there is a risk of leakage in the steering shaft of the upper share of the steering rack. The main symptom is oil under the driver's carpet.
In addition, in very coldy the power steering pump sometimes buzzes, which is eliminated by replacing the old lubricant composition.
The electrical part of the Chevrolet Aveo.
As for the electrics, there are no big problems here. The main attention should be paid to the generator, in which, after 70-120 thousand km, the installation of new bearings is required.
Also, in the range of 70-80 thousand km, there is a breakdown of the headlight corrector due to oxidation on the “minus” of the conductor and burnout of the diode in the clock circuit.
The body part and interior of the Chevrolet Aveo.
As for the body, there are no problems here. The only thing that damage is possible on early models rear arches wheels.
The problem is eliminated by mounting mudguards in front, which have a large width.
Cabin problems - the appearance over time of a large number of sources of creaking (especially in the front panel area).
The main reason is the poor quality of sound insulation in this place and bad roads.
Sometimes they will also fasten other components of the car - seat belts lock in the back seat. After 50-60 thousand mileage, a whistle of the cabin blower fan may occur.
The Chevrolet Aveo air conditioning system deserves special attention - the level of freon should be controlled.
Weaknesses of the Chevrolet Aveo T 250
Chevrolet Aveo T 250 is a model, the release of which started in 2006. The main differences from the older version of the T 200 are modern design and attraction.
As for the technical "stuffing", it remained unchanged. The nice design and reliability of the car did their job - it became popular with motorists.
Weaknesses of the T 250 model are described in detail in the operating experience section.
Let's take a look at the most important aspects below.
Chevrolet Aveo body.
More resistant to corrosion. But for better protection, it is worth carrying out additional treatment with an anti-corrosion compound and trying to protect the car from damage.
The main disadvantage is the ease of deformation even with low pressure. Another drawback is the "sweating" of the headlights.
Salon Chevrolet Aveo.
It has become narrower, so the three passengers in the back are no longer so comfortable. In this case, the driver will touch the passenger’s side with his elbow.
There are many complaints about the bright interior, which makes the car more expressive, but at the same time it has excessive soiling.
Isolation and visibility are far from ideal.
Motor Chevrolet Aveo T 250.
Able to serve 400-500 thousand kilometers. With prolonged use, valve knocking, thermostat failure, loss of tightness of the front camshaft oil seal and valve cover gasket may occur.
Gearbox and chassis.
It has the following disadvantages - the crunch of the "pomegranate" and the deterioration of the tightness of the gland semiaxes.
As for the machine, its weak point is the parking solenoid, which may cause problems with starting the car.
The chassis of the T250 copes well with potholes, but the softness of the shock absorbers can cause rolls when maneuvering.
Weaknesses of the Chevrolet Aveo T 300
The T300 model replaced at least famous model T250. For buyers in Russia new Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a 1.6 liter engine. Since 2012, assembly has been carried out at the Gorky Automobile Plant.
The weaknesses of the T300 are almost no different from those of its predecessor. The greatest problems arise with the running system, power unit and interior.
They are worth considering in more detail.
Engine.
Here are the following problems:
- leaks in the valve gasket;
- the appearance of problems with the pressure sensor;
- excessive fuel consumption;
- increased risk of leakage from the power steering hose;
- high risk of problems with the oil pressure sensor.
The experience of operating the Chevrolet Aveo showed that fuel consumption remained unchanged (that is, high).
Even the installation of more advanced power units from Opel did not help. So, the average consumption of gasoline on engines of 1.6 liters with manual transmission is 10-11 liters per "hundred".
If an “automatic” is installed on the car, then “gluttony” is even higher.
The line of motors itself is quite reliable, but vibrations may occur due to malfunctions oxygen sensor. After 30 thousand runs, there is a high risk of squeezing oil out of the valve cover. After 10-15 thousand km, a power steering tube may leak. In the first cold weather, there is a risk of problems with the ignition module.
Walking system.
If you bring weaknesses running system T300, it is worth highlighting here:
- small resource stabilizer struts;
- weak struts on the rear axle;
- the need for frequent replacement of wheel bearings.
T300 suspension feature - small ground clearance, which can be increased realistically by installing wheels with a larger diameter.
At the same time, it is worth noting the greater rigidity of the running gear and the minimum rebound travel of the shock absorbers. This feature is a plus for handling, but a minus for comfort.
For this reason, the stabilizers quickly fail, the rapid appearance of “link” knocks is possible.
Often the hub bearing does not withstand the load. The rear struts are also considered weak, because they require replacement after 40-50 thousand mileage.
Transmission T300.
As for the gearbox, here users note the rapid wear of synchronizers of the 1st and 2nd speeds under severe operating conditions.
The appearance of problems is possible after 20,000. As for the "automatic", there are almost no complaints here.
Regarding the interior, there are also a number of comments that are worth mentioning:
- insufficient sound insulation;
- the appearance of crickets and squeaks over the years;
- scratching plastic.
All other features of the T300 (including the design) do not cause complaints and are at a high level.
Cooling system.
As for the cooling of the power unit, here the owners will have to deal with a thermostat malfunction after 30-60 thousand mileage.
Either it fails, or the temperature sensor installed in the casing of the said device breaks.
Electrical part.
Rarely, but sometimes after 40 thousand kilometers, the seat heating wiring burns out.
Approximately in the same place, there may be problems with the wiring that feeds the heated mirrors.
The brake system of the T300 is reliable, but there is still one big problem - the appearance of a roar of brake calipers.
It so happened that from the factory the guides have a smaller circle size, which leads to the appearance of noise.
The solution to the problem is to install the fixing brackets. In this case, guides and brackets, as a rule, come in a common set.
The plus is that the official dealer fixes this problem for free (under warranty).
The body part and its coating is not satisfactory. The car passes a long mileage without obvious damage, resistant to rust.
But there is still a weak point - the luggage compartment lid, which becomes loose due to movement on rough roads, and the sealing rubber bands fail.
The intermediate result for the T300 model is quite optimistic. The car has weaknesses and most of the problems came from its predecessor.
The downside is that new troubles that “crawl out” during the active operation of the machine have also shown themselves.
For this reason, it is worth regularly monitoring the car and undergoing MOT. In general, we can safely say that the car is worth the money spent.
Hello, ladies and gentlemen motorists!!!
For a long time I did not write anything about my car. Aveo is more and more on the streets of Ufa, despite the fact that my equipment (LTZ) since September 2012 has risen in price by 80 thousand rubles.
I spent the whole of 2013 on business trips, traveled a little, the mileage today is just over 24,000 km. First things first, about the trip, about which he promised to write, but somehow his hands did not reach.
Strengths:
- Most safe car B-class in the Russian market
- Excellent road behavior - handling and ride
Weak sides:
- High gas mileage
- Tendency to get stuck in snow and off-road
Review Chevrolet Aveo 1.6i (Chevrolet Aveo) 2013
Good day. So I decided to write a review about my "AVECHKA". I think that it is not advisable to write with a very low mileage, due to an inadequate and unclear idea of \u200b\u200ba car. Although with a run of 9000 km it is also difficult to judge all the shortcomings and advantages of the car.
So, my driving experience, if anyone is interested, is 12 years old, during this time I moved on space vehicles, basins, Nissan Bluebird, Ford Focus, everything is used, and here is a new Aveo. I won’t go into the details of the purchase, supposedly it’s of little interest to anyone, I’ll just say that I bought it at random (I had to sell the Ford urgently, because there was a profitable option for buying another car, with the purchase of which they later threw it.) I sold the Ford, I am without wheels. I ordered an Aveo and a week later I took a black automatic transmission, a conder, all electric, glass and heating, regular music (weak speakers but high-quality sound, I am a musician and I know the sound quality), and I have enough volume, I have already left the age when I want to so that everyone around me listens to music that I like.
Left the salon on 06/01/2013. In principle, it’s not bad, I’m comfortable driving, I’m not tall - 165 cm, the landing is high, it’s comfortable for me, but I don’t know for a tall person, but the ceiling margin is still high.
Strengths:
- Powerful engine
- Adequate automatic transmission
Weak sides:
- Low overhang front bumper
Part 2
Review Chevrolet LTZ (Chevrolet Aveo) 2012 Part 3
Hello dear!
I am writing another review, as there is a reason: it has recently been a year since I bought my car.
Mileage for the year amounted to 17,000 km. I calculated that out of 365 days that have passed since the purchase of the car, 120 days I was on business trips or on vacation abroad when I did not use the car. Thus, on average, the car mileage was 69.4 km per day.
Strengths:
- I want to go further after 1 year of operation — this is important!
Weak sides:
- Gasoline consumption is the biggest downside.
Review Chevrolet Aveo (T200) (Chevrolet Aveo) 2004
So, back in 2005, my parent decided to buy a personal car. For a future purchase, perhaps the only, but very difficult requirement was presented - to have an automatic transmission. It is now that every stool has a complete set with two pedals, but then everything was not so simple. That is, there were machines, but not in the segment budget sedans, to which the eyes of the merchant were first turned. I must say that the available amount in the region of 15,000 USD. it was enough to buy a decent C-class for those times, such as Ford Focus I or Mitsu Lancer IX, which I strongly drew my father's attention to. But with these two, it somehow did not work out at once, as with others. I understood the reason later. So, we couldn’t feel the trick, we watched the Lancer, the sonata, something else, I don’t remember already. Moreover, his father constantly repeated that all these cars were small for him, Aveo was bigger! Yes, in my understanding, a height of 184 cm can already impose restrictions on the size of the car, but when comparing the Sonata and Aveo, the choice should be obvious!
In general, all the way to the Chevrolet salon, I proved to him that class B cannot be more than C, which for him was an absolutely empty sound. In general, we were then much less literate in the automotive sense. I was very upset, realizing that I could not prevent the mistake. The frustration intensified when I saw this in front of me. Yes, she is small! And inside? Op-pa! This is where I slowly began to understand. It's really spacious behind the wheel. My father’s funny argument, that I can ride in a hat in winter and not support the ceiling, was actually quite serious. The high roof, higher than other sedans, contributes to this. In addition, due to the height, the area of \u200b\u200bglazing increases, so there is a lot of light in the cabin. Light gray plastic also adds a sense of spaciousness. Flat and thin doors, like a Matiz, make the interior wider. The classic phrase that the inside of the car seems larger than the outside is quite appropriate here. It really is.
Strengths:
- Reliability
- Simplicity of design
Weak sides:
- Taxiing (conditionally)
- Legacy Security
Review Chevrolet Aveo 1.6i (Chevrolet Aveo) 2012
Good day. Six months have passed since I put up an advertisement for the sale of his red Aveo 2007, and in early February, he was sold. Only positive memories remained about that machine, it didn’t bring me any sores, malfunctions and breakdowns, it just started and drove the way I wanted from it. I decided to change the car only due to the fact that the age is already 7 years old, the mileage is over 100 thousand, and I have been driving it for more than 2 years. The amount was limited to 450 thousand rubles. So I had to choose from used. car in this price range.
I monitored a bunch of ads every day, a lot of setups, like you call, there some chock answers with an accent, asks for an advance payment or you can see the car only tomorrow evening 100 km from the city, and as a result it turned out that a lot of money was withdrawn from the account for call. Times 3 or 4 so pricked.
At that time, I decided not to rush into the choice, but to approach this issue carefully, without fuss. Moreover, for the time of walking, I took the 21st cornfield from a friend, so it brightened up my temporary non-transportability all-wheel drive and laying the road where there is none in principle.
Strengths:
- Appearance
- Huge and correct form trunk
- big wheels
- Powerful flexible motor
- Downed suspension
- Spacious and original interior
Weak sides:
- Suspension stiffness
- No engine temperature gauge
- Weak sound insulation of the engine and wheel arches
Review Chevrolet Aveo 1.6i (Chevrolet Aveo) 2012
Hello, dear forum users!
Thank you for your feedback, which more than once opened my eyes to different cars, which, it seems, I liked outwardly ...
I bought my Aveo almost by accident. Before him, he drove a VAZ 2113 2005gv. The mileage at the time of sale was one hundred thousand km and the entire replacement of the starter and a couple of times the hub bearings. Took a new one in the cabin. Got it, went. Well, it didn’t break down and that’s it ... They don’t look for good from good. All the pros and cons - you already know. The only thing I missed was kondeya. Started to rust strongly … If not for this, maybe I would have ridden further … I sold it in half an hour according to the ad. The first ones who came, they took away.
Strengths:
Weak sides:
- Hinged trunk
Review Chevrolet LTZ (Chevrolet Aveo) 2012 Part 2
Good day, dear visitors of the Automarket!
It so happened that I bought a car on 09/27/2012, I rode it for a couple of weeks, and then went on a business trip, returned, another week and left again. Therefore, most of the run is on winter roads. I understand that 8 thousand is not a reason to write a review, but if it were not for business trips, I would have hit more.
I come - it's winter in Ufa. The car has already been converted to winter wheels R15. Tires are Dunlop. Leaving the garage — here I was waiting for the first surprise! Only the wheels were on the snow, the car began to slip! This has never happened to any of my VAZ cars. The snow is almost cleared, nothing should interfere. In a misunderstanding, I walked around my car, dug up the front wheels - the car is still skidding. And you can’t skid - automatic transmission! I turn on the manual mode, then the neighbor in the garage drove up in time - he pushed me out with some difficulty (with his hands). Back to the garage. The snow had to be cleared literally down to the asphalt.
Strengths:
- A modern car that is sold even in the US market
- Good price/option combination
Weak sides:
- High fuel consumption
- Inadequate lighting control system with light sensor
- Poorly adapted for the Russian winter (stove, cross-country ability)
Review Chevrolet LTZ (Chevrolet Aveo) 2012
Welcome all!
As promised, after my review of Kalina, who caused a seething sh*t everyone liked it, I write about mine new car- Chevrolet Aveo, 2012 LTZ equipment, i.e. maximum. Why exactly this car and how I chose it - read at the end of the review, but for starters - about the rookie of the machine itself. I will compare with the standard Kalina, of course.
Appearance, design
Strengths:
- Value for money/quality/options
- Modern automatic transmission 6 tbsp.
- Improved Security
Weak sides:
- Thin metal and sloppy paintwork
- A strange combination: attention to detail, a set of options, but also saving on “matches”
- Bad interior light
- No climate control and ESP even for a surcharge
- R16 wheels are an unnecessary option in Russia
- Low ground clearance
- High consumption and only 95th gasoline
Review Chevrolet Aveo (Sonic) 1.6 LT (Chevrolet Aveo) 2012 Part 3
Review Chevrolet Aveo 1.6i (Chevrolet Aveo) 2012
Chevrolet Aveo LTZ 2012
Since there is only one review about the new Aveo, I add my own.
First, about the agony of choice. It's time to change the car, and there were three candidates for a budget of about 500 tons: Logan, Hyundai Solaris and Chevrolet Aveo. After Matiz, which he owned for five years, I wanted something better and more serious. Logan - what I wanted turned out to be a little expensive for such a car, Solaris - in principle, I liked it, but something began to blunt in the cabin, and, on the advice and advice of friends, Aveo looked. In the cabin, it certainly has a little less space than in Solaris, but driving in Aveo is much more pleasant to drive: better suspension, not soft and not hard, good front visibility.
Strengths:
Good value for money
Weak sides:
- Back rear seat stands a little more vertically than the Solaris-sedan
Review Chevrolet Aveo (Sonic) 1.6 LT (Chevrolet Aveo) 2012 Part 2
Greetings to all motorists again!
I did not know that my short previous review would be so interesting (as evidenced by the number of views and emails with questions on e-mail). Therefore, I decided to write the next, more detailed report on the car as soon as possible, taking into account the questions and suggestions of the "workers" =)
So, I will tell you in order:
Strengths:
Weak sides:
Review Chevrolet Aveo 1.6 (115 hp / 1.6 l. / 6automatic transmission) (Chevrolet Aveo) 2012
I bought a new Aveo on 02/17/12. in Perm for 564,000 rubles. in the configuration LT (+2 packages), automatic transmission-6 speed. At a speed of 90 to 100 km / h on the tachometer 2300-2400 rpm. I fill AI-95 with gasoline, I haven’t figured out the flow yet, because early, still need to run in, now on the speedometer 900km. Very torquey, at traffic lights undermined immediately without hesitation.
Indeed, when you turn left, the left pillar strongly interferes with the review. On the dashboard, there is no coolant temperature reading, but the light can be seen when the system is being tested while the ignition key is turned so that overheating does not blink.
Music - head unit MP3 + Bluetooth + USB with steering wheel adjustment, 4 speakers, speakers are in the A-pillars and in the front doors, there is still space in rear doors, but are not installed in this configuration.
Strengths:
- Very torquey at traffic lights is undermined immediately without hesitation
- Music — head unit MP3+Bluetooth+USB with steering wheel adjustment
Weak sides:
- When you turn left, the view is very obstructed by the left pillar
- Armrest - kills, so narrow and uncomfortable, and little son carefully puts forward, it ... cares)))
Review Chevrolet Aveo (Sonic) 1.6 LT (Chevrolet Aveo) 2012
Greetings to all motorists who read my review!
I’ll unsubscribe right away that the review is written on the basis of first impressions, contains purely my personal opinion, and, over time, it may be supplemented with other information, supported by operating experience. I have a lot of experience writing reviews (see "my cars" =)
So, I sold my baby (also Aveo, 2009 release, hatchback, yellow) without any problems to a girl who wants to have a small yellow car! There was a difficult question of choosing a new car (see the previous review). I exhausted all the nerves for myself, my wife and all my relatives. After scrupulous screening of a large number of cars, there are 5 options left to choose from: Hyundai Solaris, Kia Rio, Renault Duster, Volkswagen Polo and Chevrolet Aveo. I will not write how the choice was made, and what I liked and did not like (so as not to offend the existing or future owners of these cars), but in the end, by the will of fate, the choice fell on the Aveo NEW (sedan) in the LT configuration (+2 packages ).
Strengths:
Weak sides:
Review Chevrolet AVEO 1.4 8V 83hp (Chevrolet Aveo) 2005
Review Chevrolet Aveo 1.4 l, 8 cells. (Chevrolet Aveo) 2004
Well, what can we say about the machine? This is my first foreign car. Before that, I went to different VAZs. I’ll write about my feelings and thoughts right away… At first, the sensations were akin to delight. It rides smoothly, quietly in the cabin, the foreign car is shorter :) Then I got used to it, began to listen to all sorts of sounds, creaks, knocks, etc. cars. Despite the fact that no problems with the suspension were identified at any MOT (with the exception of 40,000 km, about which a little lower), there were knocks and squeaks in the suspension, and were taken for granted, and now they are practically not noticeable. Here's a brief about the sensations … Driving sensations as such — absent. The car is not for driving, but for moving yourself from point A to point B.
Such a utility vehicle. We drove it around the cities of the regions closest to Moscow. Every day to/from work. Only let me down once. On a run of 1000 km, the battery ground terminal was unscrewed from the body. However, the symptoms were very strange. You turn off the ignition — all the electrics work, turn on the ignition, everything is cut down, it starts blinking. I checked the terminals on the battery - everything is OK. It was difficult to guess that the ground terminal was unscrewed from the body on the road. I called my wife, she dragged me in tow to the house, there she already guessed what was happening. Here is such a story was with the machine I have. Thank God there is only one.
Basically good budget car. For a young family, the most it in my opinion. For the entire period of operation, and this, almost 4 years have passed, not many problems got out: they replaced it for 40,000 km under warranty steering rack- a standard jamb of Aveo and Lacetti, and the front struts had to be replaced at 60,000, because. one of them leaked + plus the crankshaft oil seal dripped, but this is a disease of this engine (I hope the only one). Its replacement is very simple, and is carried out on the TO-60000 along with the replacement of the pump and belts.
Strengths:
- Good ergonomics. The only car in 2005 for this money ($12,000) where I (height 186, weight 105) can sit down by myself with no comfort
- Availability of spare parts and their low cost on the market and compatibility with Opel
- Good ground clearance and relatively short overhangs (we climb high curbs of 18-20 centimeters and at least something ... though sideways ... but we climb :)
- The machine is really well galvanized at the bottom. There is one chip to zinc (large) for the 4th year already, and still has not bloomed
Relates to the second and so far last generation model range. The start of production took place in 2011. In Russia, assembly began in 2012. A 1.6 liter power unit is installed on cars of this model. The design of the machine is considered quite modern and corresponds to all the latest trends in this area. And this is quite logical, because the eminent Giugiaro stands at the origins of the concept.
But the problem with stock cars is that they are stock, no matter how trite it may sound. When buying such a car in the showroom, you can differ from fellow car owners only in the configuration, color and colors salon. Everything else is standard. And over time, this standard begins to become boring. In this article we will talk about tuning the Chevrolet Aveo T300 and its features.
Chip tuning Chevrolet Aveo t300
What feelings does a car buyer experience, especially in a specialized salon at official dealer? Of course, the joy of becoming the owner of such a machine. But over time, these feelings are erased and you begin to want more. The first thing that comes to mind is whether to add a little power to this car? You can start with optimization electronic block management. For this, special firmware programs are used, which allow you to make the operation of the power unit more elastic, add power and reduce fuel consumption by 1-2 liters per 100 kilometers.
It is worth noting that such an operation significantly transforms the Chevrolet Aveo T300. The factory settings are clearly not ideal. Cold start problems disappear, acceleration dynamics improve. It is important that it is carried out by professional specialists. Otherwise, instead of improvements, you can get new problems that professionals still have to solve.
After chip tuning, you will have to make sure that the rest of the components associated with the engine match its new characteristics. To do this, it is desirable to update exhaust system first of all. This step will add power. The already popular “spider” and a straight-through muffler come to the rescue.
Change specifications engine requires more attention to brake system. Established will no longer fully guarantee security. Therefore, it is worth taking care of a more reliable braking system, possibly a sports profile. Having finished the internal tuning of the Chevrolet Aveo T300, you can proceed to styling.
From just stylish to very stylish
What is styling for? To make the car more unique and recognizable. Design Chevrolet Aveo offers a lot of opportunities in this area. In addition, on the Internet you can find numerous photos and videos dedicated to styling. From there you can draw ideas for your own design. Or let your imagination run wild.
Most often, styling turns a simple city car into a sports car. Therefore, there are many body elements for the Chevrolet Aveo on the market, which are designed specifically for this purpose: a hood with air intakes, fenders with pits, aerodynamic body kits and spoilers. All this is designed to create a unique composition of your car. By the way, with aerodynamic body kits and a spoiler, you can not only change the appearance of your car, but also improve its handling at high speeds when maneuvering. The only thing that is important to take care of is the fastening. It should be reinforced, in view of the increasing loads on it.
The regular Shervole Aveo discs are consistent with the overall stylistic concept of the car. They can, in principle, be left unchanged. But if you are going to repaint the car in a different color, the wheels can also be repainted. One of the important attributes of a sports car is low-profile tires. Its use allows you to install larger diameter discs without changing the wheel arches. Plus, it makes the car look faster.
Salon restyling
The interior of the Chevrolet Aveo is simple and ascetic. After all, the car belongs to the budget. Therefore, car owners have a lot of opportunities for its modernization. Even if you do not want to turn your Aveo into a sports car, you can limit yourself to buying covers or replacing seat upholstery.
For those who prefer a more aggressive ride, we can recommend special sports seats with lateral support and seat belts. Such seats are offered by giants like Sparco, Recaro or Binarco. There are also Russian variants from UNP.
In the process of restyling the interior, you can work out individual lighting. In this case, it is worth adding special luminous door sills. They perform not only an aesthetic, but also a practical function - at night they help when getting in and out of the car. The updated backlight should also be present on the dashboard scales.
Allows you to realize any of your fantasies and wishes. And there are both budget options and more expensive ones. Even minor changes to the exterior will allow you to make the car more unique, not like other cars in this series. It is better to seek help from professionals, although some operations can be performed on your own.
Video Chevrolet Aveo T300 after chip tuning