Instantly gaining the appeal of the general public, the Chevrolet Aveo is already earning a place on the world stage when it comes to sub-compact vehicles. In a recent test drive, Ron Augden from Jenner Chevrolet introduced the 2008 Aveo five-door as “a totally NOW kind of car that combines excellent fuel economy, a fine safety package, terrific price value and a long list of standard features.”

It is available as a sedan and a five-door hatchback. An Aveo sedan has a slightly longer body (4310 mm) and softer, smoother lines. The five-door Aveo’s straighter back and shorter length (3880 mm) is emphasized with fresh, clean lines for a new look. The two appear very European in design, are nicely proportioned and attractively presented.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has awarded the Aveo a five-star rating in frontal crash tests due in part to the Aveo’s steel safety cage construction and advanced front dual-stage airbags as well as front side-impact seat-mounted airbags keep driver and passengers safer. Aside from this, the Aveo can handle sharp turns even when running a bit too fast. This is because of it is equipped with MacPherson struts. The Chevrolet shocks also do a lot in keeping the ride a relatively pleasant one. More on the Chevrolet shocks can be read at the Bilstein shocks website.