Posted on July 28th 2010
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Chevrolet Aveo 1.4 LT with ABS
New variants are seen from the Chevrolet manufacturer which is delivering top notch economy. Delhi Auto Expo was the base ground for the launch of the new Chevrolet Aveo CNG variant. It is one of the economical cars to run on Indian soil at the current moment. Saving a lot of money on fuel is the main catch associated with the Aveo CNG. You need not waste money on installing a CNG kit in your car. The Aveo comes with a factory fitted CNG kit which delivers optimum average.Performance figures are unaltered with the installation of the CNG kit. Chevrolet has ensured that the performance remains impervious even with the use of a CNG kit. New ABS model is available which has decent handling and performance. It can be equated with a perfect family car which can be driven for a weekend drive or daily to office.
| SPECIFICATIONS |
| Engine |
| Engine Type |
In-Line Engine |
| Engine Description |
1.4L 94bhp DOHC |
| Engine Displacement (cc) |
1399 |
| No. of Cylinders |
4 |
| Maximum Power |
94 @ 6,200 (PS@rpm) |
| Maximum Torque |
12.9 @ 3,500 (kgm@rpm) |
| Valves per Cylinder |
4 |
| Valve Configuration |
DOHC |
| Fuel Supply System |
SEFI |
| Bore x Stroke |
77.9 x 73.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio |
9.5:1 |
| Transmission |
| Transmission Type |
Manual |
| Gear box |
5 Speed |
| Drive Type |
FWD |
| Overdrive |
Yes |
| Clutch Type |
Single, Dry Plate Clutch |
| Suspension System |
| Front Suspension |
McPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension |
Torsion Beam |
| Shock Absorbers Type |
Gas Filled |
| Steering |
| Steering Type |
Power |
| Steering Column |
Tilt |
| Steering Gear Type |
Rack & Pinion |
| Turning Radius (wheel base) |
5.03 m |
| Brake System |
| Front Brake Type |
Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type |
Self-Adjusting Drum |
| Performance |
| Top Speed |
170 kmph |
| Acceleration (0-100 kmph) |
13.4 seconds |
| Fuel |
| Mileage-City (kmpl) |
10.8 |
| Mileage-Highway (kmpl) |
14.0 |
| Fuel Type |
Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (liters) |
45 |
| Emission Norm Compliance |
Bharat Stage III |
| Emission Control System |
Catalytic Converter |
| Tires |
| Tire Size |
185/60 R 14 |
| Tire Type |
Tubeless Radial Tire |
| Wheel Size |
14 x 5.5 J |
| Alloy Wheel Size |
14 inches |
| Other Specifications |
| Seating Capacity |
5 |
| No of Doors |
4 |
| Payload & Towing |
| Cargo Volume |
400 liters |
| Car Details |
| Country of Assembly |
India |
| Country of Manufacture |
India |
| Discontinuation Date |
1/1/2025 |
| Introduction Date |
7/1/2009 |
| Warranty Time |
3 years |
| Warranty Distance |
45,000 kms |
In the Chevrolet Aveo
The New Aveo has ABS option which works perfect if you are a red liner. Use of ABS has definitely increased the safety and handling of the car. The CNG kit is installed in the boot of the car. This does consume some of the car boot space which can be useful when you wish to cross those state borders. The use of CNG kit has helped customers to save money on fuel. CNG kit does offer a different variation in running of the engine. Pick up wise yes the performance is slightly hampered since combustion of gas inside the chamber requires a lot of heat and pressure.The 1.4 liter engine produces 94 sparkling BHP which can consume the entire CNG in sometime. With a top whack of 170kmph it is undoubtedly one of the best mid size sedans. A lot of space is seen in the new Aveo which is quite comforting. If you plan to use the car for long drives it is the perfect one.
Engine of the Chevrolet Aveo
Feel the power of 1.4 liter engine which directly delivers an output of 170kmph. The Aveo also delivers 127 Newton Meters of heavy torque which rockets the car to three digit mark in less time. Rev free engine is quite responsive when you are in a mood of redlining. Although the concept of factory fitted CNG is quite surprising in the Indian market. Maruti Suzuki were the initial creators for their mid size vehicles. Since this concept is quite famous even Chevrolet has initialized it in their vehicles with full technical support.The CNG concept voids the warranty if the car is installed with an external one. There is not much of an effect on the engine when it comes to performance. Yes the exhaust does deliver carbon dioxide in large quantities. The car does take more time than the petrol versions to reach the top speed. Use of petrol does play a positive effect on the vehicle. The need of CNG can help in saving operation costs, CNG does not have any negative effect on the engine parts. They get the same treatment which is given by petrol fuel.
Handling the Chevrolet Aveo
The boot of the car now has a tank in which CNG kit is stored. It does affect the handling of the vehicle since the extra weight has pressure on those Mc Pherson Struts. Handling the Aveo in any terrain is possible since it has one of the preferred power to weight ratio setup. The Aveo never feels out of place or out of power. The engine size and capacity are perfect according to the weight of the body. Expecting the car to handle like a rally vehicle is possible since the Aveo has a lot of power.Cruising the Aveo feels superb and you can get an experience which is unforgettable. The engine is so light and designed according to precision it eventually improves the overall handling of the car. ABS version is also available which enhances overall handling. The need of ABS can be required if lot of highway running is in the menu. ABS ensures the car to stop without its tire locking. It sets pressure on the braking system which is installed in the vehicle and regulate equal amount of braking force on all four wheels. It solves the problem of tire locking and skidding which is mostly seen in cars.
Overall
Design and features given in the Aveo are worth every penny. Apart from looks and performance figures, the Aveo has low maintenance costs. You might not end up emptying your wallet every month on spares and servicing costs, operation costs for the Aveo are also less. The Aveo does have some engine issues which are now being solved with the use of new technology. Some of the previous versions of the Aveo had been recalled due to engine problems. Safety features offered in the vehicle are also up to the mark and provide value for money. |
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