Meanwhile, Chevrolet's five-door Aveo hatchback hit German showrooms this past weekend, retailing for EUR 11,090.
The most significant features of Chevrolet's both Aveo hatchback models are their striking exterior, high-class interior and a new, even more efficient gasoline engine. Like its notchback stable mate, the new hatchback models will now bear the name Aveo throughout Europe.
Buyers have a choice of two gasoline engines: a new 1.2-litre unit, now with two overhead camshafts and an output of 84hp, and the upgraded 1.4-litre engine, which now develops 101hp. The bigger unit is available with automatic transmission.
Both engines are even more frugal than their predecessors when it comes to fuel consumption. For example, despite the fact that its performance has improved by 12hp, the basic engine will now need roughly 14% less fuel in the MVEG fuel efficiency comparison.
The Aveo is playing a key role in the success story of Chevrolet Europe: Over 440,000 cars of the compact-class family have been sold since 2002. With a 25% share of the model mix (2007), it is also the biggest seller in the Chevy range.
