The 2010 Chevy Aveo is offered in two body styles: a four-door sedan and a five-door hatchback known as the Aveo5. Both styles are available in three trims: the base LS, the mid-range LT1 and well-equipped LT2.
Just as in 2009, the 2010 Aveo comes with a 1.6L Ecotec DOHC 4-cylinder engine with variable valve timing, which helps it make 108 horsepower and 105 pounds-feet of torque. It is mated to a standard 5-speed manual gearbox, while an optional 4-speed automatic transmission is available on the LT trims. The automatic transmission features a hold-control mode to hold a higher gear and to aid traction on slippery roads. All trims are front wheel drive.
All Aveos utilize a MacPherson strut front suspension with coil beams and a stabilizer bar and a compound-link independent suspension with torsion beam and gas-charged shocks in the rear.
On the base LS trim, standard features include a tilt steering wheel, rear defogger, air conditioning and an AM/FM stereo with auxiliary input. The LT1 trim comes standard front and rear floor mats, heated outside mirrors and a 6-speaker CD/MP3 sound system. The LT2 gets cruise control, alarm, keyless entry, power doors and windows, power heated mirrors, fog lamps and performance tires.
Available options on all trims include anti-lock brakes (ABS), leather-wrapped steering wheel, steering wheel controls, an anti-theft system, woodgrain interior trim, trip computer, aluminum wheels, vinyl seats, sunroof and wireless cell phone integration.
Standard safety features include front driver and passenger airbags with dual-stage deployment, and seat-mounted side airbags for front row occupants. A tire pressure monitoring system is also standard. One year of GM's OnStar Safe and Sound plan is standard all Aveos.
Wheels, 14" (35.6 cm) steel with full bolt-on wheel covers
Wipers, front intermittent, variable
INTERIOR
Air filter
Armrest, driver seat
Ashtray and lighter
Assist handles driver, front passenger and rear outboard
Clock, digital
Console, floor with open storage compartment
Cup holders dual front retractable and single rear
Defogger, rear-window electric
Fuel filler door release, remote lever
Heater, high-capacity includes rear air vents
Instrumentation, analog with tachometer, speedometer, odometer, trip odometer, fuel and coolant temperature gauges
Lighting, interior overhead courtesy
Map pockets front doors and driver and front passenger seatbacks
Mirror, inside rearview manual day/night
Oil life monitoring system
Power outlet, console-mounted auxiliary with cover, 12-volt
Seat adjuster, driver manual height and lumbar
Seat, rear 60/40 split-folding with outboard height-adjustable headrests
Seats, front bucket with Cloth driver and front passenger manual fore/aft, recline and height-adjustable headrests with accessory hook
Steering column, tilt
Trunk release, inside
Visors, driver and front passenger vanity mirrors
Warning tones includes headlamps, safety belts and key in the ignition with the door ajar
MECHANICAL
Alternator, 95 amps
Axle, 3.94 ratio
Battery, 550 cold-cranking amps, maintenance-free with Battery Saver System
Brakes, front disc/rear drum
Engine, ECOTEC 1.6L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder MFI with Variable Valve Timing and Dual Continuous Variable Cam Phasing (108 hp [80.5 kW] @ 6400 rpm, 105 lb-ft of torque [141.8 N-m] @ 4000 rpm)
Exhaust, stainless-steel
Front wheel drive
Steering, power, rack-and-pinion
Suspension, front, McPherson struts with offset coil springs and stabilizer bar
Suspension, rear torsion beam
Transmission, 5-speed manual includes shift indicator light
SAFETY
Air bags, dual-stage frontal and side-impact, driver and right-front passenger with Passenger Sensing System (Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints for your childs age and size. Even in vehicles equipped with air bags and the Passenger Sensing System, children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat. Never place a rear-facing infant restraint in the front seat of any vehicle equipped with an active frontal air bag. See the vehicles Owners Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.)
Daytime Running Lamps
Door locks, rear child security
LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for CHildren) for child safety seats
OnStar, 1-year of Safe and Sound plan. Includes Automatic Crash Response, Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance featuring Stolen Vehicle Slowdown, Roadside Assistance, Remote Horn and Lights, Hands Free Calling, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics, and Low Mileage Discount. (OnStar services require vehicle electrical system (including battery), wireless service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating for features to function properly. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. Vehicle Diagnostics capabilities vary by model. Ability to locate stolen vehicles varies with conditions. Subscription Service Agreement required. Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or visit onstar.com for OnStar's Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy and details and system limitations.)
Safety belts, 3-point, all seating positions, rear
Safety belts, 3-point, driver and right-front passenger height-adjustable, includes pretensioners and load limiters
COLOR SWATCHES
(2010 Chevrolet Aveo sedan 4Dr shown)
(some swatches not available)
INTERIOR
EXTERIOR
Charcoal
Medium Gray (04U)
Neutral Charcoal
Sport Red (06U)
Neutral Charcoal
Summit White (11U)
Neutral Charcoal
Bright Blue (33U)
Neutral Charcoal
Summer Yellow (52U)
Charcoal Neutral
Black Granite Metallic (58U)
Neutral Charcoal
Victory Red (71U)
Charcoal
Cosmic Silver (92U)
Neutral Charcoal
Wintergreen (GMN)
DISCLAIMER - Based on 2010 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.