Snapshot: : Entry-level sedan and hatch, attractively styled by Italdesign of Italy, made in Korea for the North American market.
How Much?: Price range for a 2004 Chevrolet Aveo in the US is $9,995 base, up to $13,000 loaded.
The Inside Story: Seats four comfortably, five in a pinch. 60/40 fold-down rear seatback in sedan and hatchback. Tall car stance offers easy entry, roomy interior.
Under the Hood: Engine: 1.6 liter dohc 4-cylinder. 105 hp, 107 lb-ft torque. Mileage (EPA) city/highway is 28/30 mpg.
Transmission: 5-speed manual. A 4-speed automatic is optional.
Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper. 3 years/36,000 miles powertrain.
Should You Buy a 2004 Chevrolet Aveo?: The Chevrolet-badged Aveo is built by Daewoo to North American specifications. It looks attractive, is versatile, should be fun to drive. And it’s very, very inexpensive. A perfectly suitable first new car, college car, city car, or retirement car, the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo comes nicely equipped; options include ABS brakes.
