Loved by many domestic drivers. However, over time, its specifications have become outdated. That is why in 2012 the release of the third generation began. It was assigned the T300 index. This car took a leading position in the budget class. "Chevrolet Aveo" T300 pleased motorists with a fresh design solution. It is presented on the market with two types of body: sedan and hatchback. These models were first demonstrated in 2010 and 2011. It is sold in 50 countries around the world.
Hatchback characteristics
Belongs to the class of compact cars. Has five doors. The salon can accommodate 5 people at the same time. The length of its body is 4039 mm. The width of 1735 mm is quite enough so that the cabin does not feel cramped, and each of the passengers is in the most comfortable conditions. The height indicator can be attributed to the standard values, it is 1517 mm. The hatchback has a wheelbase of 2,525 mm, with the same front and rear track. The ground clearance of 155 mm allows the machine to be used not only in urban conditions, but also on unpaved roads. This parameter is quite enough to overcome small obstacles. The fuel tank holds a maximum of 46 liters of gasoline. The maximum weight is about 1.6 tons, the curb weight is just over 1.1 tons. Due to the fact that the car is assembled at the domestic GAZ enterprise, spare parts for the Chevrolet Aveo are inexpensive and can be purchased at any specialized center.
Hatchback exterior
Let's see what design solutions the manufacturer offers. On the hood, on the sides, there are two pronounced ribs. The radiator grille is trapezoidal. The bumper is large enough, at the very bottom on the sides there are places for fog lamps. However, the most prominent is the optics of the head light. Headlight "Chevrolet Aveo" T300 has a rectangular shape. Inside it, two circles are clearly defined. They look very impressive against a black background. Closer to the wing is a rectangular turn signal. The roof is practically straight, only at the rear there is a slight downward slope. Looking at the front end, you immediately notice the predatory features. It is these lines that have already become a kind of visiting card of this brand. The rear of the car is no less expressive. The same round headlights, the original shape of the trunk lid, arched glass and a small bumper give the car brightness and style. The inflated wheel arches are a great addition. The rear doors are fitted with integrated handles. With this decision, the manufacturer showed a desire for improvement.
Hatchback technical equipment
It's time to look under the hood of the Chevrolet Aveo T300. What is prepared for the car enthusiast here? The car is equipped with four types of engines. The weakest in this line is the 1229 cubic meter unit. see. Its rated power - 70 liters. with. The unit makes 5600 revolutions per minute. Gasoline type. Supplied with 5-speed manual transmission only. By the way, all drivers speak only positively about the latter.
The sixteen-valve 1.2-liter unit will provide 86 hp. with. The maximum speed is fixed at around 171 km / h. The car accelerates to "hundred parts" in about 13 seconds. On average, it consumes about 6 liters of gasoline.
The displacement of the next unit is 1.4 liters. Its power is fixed at around 100 liters. with. In one minute, the unit makes 6,000 revolutions. It is completed with a manual transmission and a 6-speed "automatic". The maximum speed is within 175 km / h. From a place the car accelerates in 12-13 seconds. In a combined driving cycle, the vehicle will consume about 7 liters.
And the last unit that comes with the hatchback is the 1.6-liter engine. It will delight the driver with a capacity of 115 liters. with. Type - gasoline. It is completed with both automatic and manual transmissions. Its top speed can reach almost 190 km / h. Accelerates in 11 sec. On average, it spends about 6 liters per 100 kilometers.
Options and prices
In 2014, a domestic buyer could purchase a Chevrolet Aveo T300 (the price averaged RUB 600,000) in two trim levels: LT and LTZ. The basic equipment offered a 1.6 liter engine. It was equipped with an automatic six-speed gearbox. The minimum cost was 593 thousand rubles. As for the LTZ trim, it offers a variety of additional options. It is because of them that the cost will be approximately 150 thousand rubles more.
Brief description of the sedan
So, having dealt with the hatchback, you can start considering the Chevrolet Aveo with a sedan body. The first thing to pay attention to is the length of the body. Due to the luggage compartment of the sedan, it is larger than that of the hatchback. This figure is 4399 mm. But the width and height are fully consistent with the above. The same can be said about the wheelbase. But the volume of the luggage compartment will delight drivers. It is 502 liters, while the hatchback has only 290 liters when folded and 653 liters if the rear seats are removed. Spare parts for the "Chevrolet Aveo" sedan are manufactured at the Kaliningrad automobile plant "Avtotor". The third generation model is equipped with 15-17 inch wheels.
Design features of the sedan
The hatchback and sedan at the front do not have distinctive design features. All the same inflated wheel arches, original headlights, ribbed hood and bunk. Looking from the side, you can see that the windows are made in the shape of a trapezoid. The roof line is almost flat. Now let's see what's in the back. First of all, we emphasize that the bumper of the Chevrolet Aveo (sedan) is not very large. It is dominated by smooth lines that merge into the wheel arches. The headlights are most pronounced. They are the ones who focus on themselves. The main color in which they are made is red. The trunk lid is massive.
Sedan technical equipment
"Chevrolet Aveo" T300 sedan is equipped with the same power units as the hatchback. You can read more about them just above. However, it is worth noting that a domestic buyer can purchase a car only equipped with a 1.6 liter engine and with a rated power of 115 liters. with. Also, manufacturers are going to install turbodiesel engines. Their volume will be equal to 1.3 liters. The power that a car with such a power unit will give out will be 75 - 95 liters. with.
Equipment and cost of the sedan
As mentioned above, the Chevrolet Aveo T300 sedan will be equipped in Russia with only a 1.6-liter engine. In the LT trim, it is paired with a five-speed gearbox. You can buy a 2014 model for 550 thousand rubles. (basic equipment). Those who prefer to travel by car with an automatic transmission will have to pay at least 585 thousand rubles. This transmission is designed for 6 steps. The maximum speed of the vehicle in this configuration is 186 km / h. In the city, he will consume up to 10 liters of gasoline. In the combined cycle, this figure will drop to 7 liters.
Finally
Russian motorists liked the Chevrolet Aveo T300 very much. Given the low cost of the car and relatively inexpensive spare parts, this model can be called a leader in its segment. Aveo T300 has modern technical characteristics, good aerodynamic properties and a comfortable interior. It is these moments that are noted by all drivers who have purchased this car.
The premiere of the Chevrolet Aveo 2010 model year took place in October 2010 at the Paris Motor Show. The production of this representative of the family of subcompact cars of segment B, with sedan bodies and five-door hatchback on the GM Gamma platform, type T300 of the second generation, began in May 2011 in South Korea, the USA, under the name Sonic, and China (Yuntai). Since 2012, CKD-assembly of this car has been organized in Russia at Avtotor CJSC (Kaliningrad) and since February 2013 - at GAZ OJSC.
For the Russian market, Chevrolet Aveo cars are equipped with a R4 16V ECOTEC A16 XER gasoline engine (1.6 l, 115 hp).
The car is produced with sedan and five-door hatchback bodies.
The information is relevant for Chevrolet Aveo models 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 model year.
Cars are equipped with a five-speed manual or six-speed automatic (except for the LS configuration) gearbox.
Chevrolet Aveo cars are supplied to the Russian market in three basic configurations:
LS - manual transmission, power steering, driver and front passenger airbags, braking assistance system, anti-lock braking system, tinted glass doors and tailgate, bumpers painted in body color; audio system with CD / MP3, immobilizer, central locking, power windows for front doors, steering column, height adjustable; 14-inch stamped steel wheels, small spare wheel;
LT - the same as in the LS configuration, and additionally: automatic transmission, power windows for all doors, electric drive and heated outside mirrors, heated front seats, head restraints for rear passengers, rear seats, folding in a ratio of 40x60; air conditioning, body-colored exterior door handles and mirrors, information display, eyeglass case, steering column adjustment, armrest between the front seats, 15-inch stamped steel wheels;
LTZ - the same as in the LT configuration, and additionally: driver's seat height adjustment, Bluetooth system, 16-inch alloy wheels, fog lights, rear parking sensors, side airbags and curtain airbags, a leather-trimmed steering wheel.
| Rice. 1.2. The engine compartment of the car (top view): 1 - air filter; 2 - sensor of mass flow rate and temperature of incoming air; 3 - air supply sleeve; 4 - throttle assembly; 5 - adsorber purge valve; b - compensator for fuel pressure pulsations; 7 - oil filler neck; 8 - vacuum brake booster; 9 - the main brake cylinder; 10 - reservoir for hydraulic brakes and clutch release; 11 - hydroelectronic unit of the anti-lock braking system (ABS); 12 - storage battery; 13 - mounting block for fuses and relays; 14 - filler neck of the windshield washer reservoir; 15 - power steering reservoir; 16 - electronic engine control unit; 17 - expansion tank of the engine cooling system; 18 - hoses of the engine cooling system; 19 - hood lock; 20 - control sensor for oxygen concentration; 21 - oil level indicator (dipstick); 22 - hoses of the power steering system; 23 - power steering pump; 24 - pipelines of the air conditioning system |
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Specifications |
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| Parameter | Sedan | Hatchback |
Total information |
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| Number of seats, including the driver's seat | 5 | |
| Curb weight, kg | 1218-1239* | 1203-1224* |
| Overall dimensions, mm | See fig. 1.1 | |
| Wheelbase, mm | See fig. 1.1 | |
| Wheel track, mm | Also | |
| Ground clearance, mm | 140 | |
| Minimum turning radius, m | 5,03 | |
| Maximum speed, km / h | 189(186*) | |
| Acceleration time of the car from a standstill to a speed of 100 km / h, s | 11 (11,7*) | |
| Fuel consumption, l / 100 km: | ||
| urban cycle | 8,9(10,0*) | |
| extra-urban cycle | 5,3 (5,6*) | |
| mixed cycle | 6,6 (7,2*) | |
| Gasoline octane number | Not less than 95 | |
Engine |
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| Engine model | R4 16V ECOTEC A16 XER | |
| The order of the cylinders | 1-3-4-2 | |
| Cylinder diameter, mm | 79,0 | |
| Piston stroke, mm | 81,5 | |
| Working volume, cm3 | 1598 | |
| Maximum power, kW (h.p.) | 85 (115) at 6000 min-1 | |
| Maximum torque, Nm | 155 at 4000 min-1 | |
| Fuel injection system | Distributed (multipoint) injection | |
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Transmission |
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| Clutch | Single-disc, dry, with diaphragm pressure spring and torsional vibration damper, permanently closed type | |
| Clutch release drive | Hydraulic | |
| Transmission | Five-speed manual with synchronizers in all gears or six-speed automatic | |
| main gear | Single, cylindrical, helical | |
| Differential | Conical, two-satellite | |
| Wheel drive | Open, shafts with constant velocity joints | |
Chassis |
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| Front suspension | Independent, spring, MacPherson strut, with hydraulic shock-absorber struts and torsion-type anti-roll bar | |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, with coil springs, hydraulic shock absorbers and torsion-type anti-roll bar | |
| Wheels | Forged steel or light alloy wheels | |
| Tires | Radial, tubeless | |
| Tire size | 185/75 R14, 195/65 R15 or 205/55 R16 *** | |
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Steering |
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| Steering | Injury-safe, with hydraulic booster, with steering column adjustment for reach and tilt angle | |
| Steering gear | Gear-rack with hydraulic booster | |
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Brakes |
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| Front | Disc, ventilated, with a floating bracket | |
| Rear | Drum, with automatic adjustment of the clearances between the pads and the drum | |
| Service brake drive | Hydraulic, dual-circuit, split, diagonal, with vacuum booster, anti-lock braking system (ABS) with electronic emergency braking assistance | |
| Parking brake | With a mechanical drive to the rear wheels from the floor lever, with signaling | |
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Electrical equipment |
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| Wiring diagram | Single-wire, negative pole connected to ground | |
| Rated voltage, V | 12 | |
| Accumulator battery | Starter, maintenance-free, with a capacity of 60 Ah | |
| Generator | AC, with built-in rectifier and electronic voltage regulator | |
| Starter | Mixed excitation, electromagnetic remote control and clutch free running |
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| Type of | All-metal bearing | |
| Rice. 1.3. The engine compartment and the main units of the car (bottom view, the crankcase protection and the engine mud flaps are removed): 1, 13 - front wheel drives; 2, 11 - shock absorber struts of the front suspension; 3 - intake silencer; 4 - air conditioning compressor drive belt; 5 - air conditioning compressor; 6 - plug of the hole for draining oil from the engine; 7 - katkollektor (neutralizer of the exhaust gases, combined with the exhaust manifold); 8 - oil filter; 9 - front suspension support of the power unit; 10 - gear box; 12 - windshield washer reservoir; 14, 27 - front wheel brakes; 15, 26 - steering rods; 16, 25 - front suspension arms; 17 - plug of the hole for draining the working fluid from the gearbox; 18 - front suspension subframe; 19 - steering gear; 20 - additional muffler; 21 - rear suspension support of the power unit; 22 - front pipe of the exhaust system with a bellows; 23 - engine; 24 - generator |
The body of the Chevrolet Aveo is a load-bearing, all-metal, welded structure with hinged front fenders, doors, a hood and a trunk lid (tailgate). Windshield and rear glass (tailgate glass) glued in. The driver's seat is adjustable in the longitudinal direction, the backrest tilt and height (not on all trim levels), the front passenger seat - in the longitudinal direction and the backrest tilt. The front and rear seats are equipped with height-adjustable head restraints. The rear seat backrest can be folded forward in parts in a ratio of 40:60 (except for LS equipment).
The transmission is made according to a front-wheel drive scheme with front-wheel drives equipped with hinges of equal angular speeds.
Independent front suspension, MacPherson type, spring, with anti-roll bar, with hydraulic shock-absorber struts.
Rear suspension semi-independent, spring, with anti-roll bar
stability, with hydraulic shock absorbers.
The front wheel brakes are disc, ventilated, with a floating caliper, the rear wheels are drum brakes. The braking system is equipped with a vacuum booster.
The steering is traumatic, with a gear-rack type steering mechanism, with a hydraulic booster. The steering column is adjustable for reach and angle of inclination (in the LS configuration - only for angle of inclination). A front airbag is located in the steering wheel hub.
All vehicles are equipped with inertial diagonal seat belts for the driver, front passenger and all passengers in the back seat. Frontal airbags are provided for the driver and front passenger, in addition, for all passengers and the driver - side airbags and curtain airbags (only in the LTZ configuration).
The overall dimensions of the vehicles are shown in Fig. 1.1. Technical characteristics of cars are given in table. 1.1. The elements of the car located in the engine compartment and the main units are shown in Fig. 1.2-1.4.
When starting to improve, you need to realize that tuning this famous model requires patience and considerable monetary influences. The fact is that in the production of machine parts, not very reliable materials were used, which is why it will be necessary to change a lot under the hood and in the body of the Aveo. Let's find out which parts can be replaced in the first place, and how much it will cost a Chevrolet owner.
1 Selection and installation of buffers as an alternative to complete replacement of the chassis
The first thing that causes complaints from the owners Chevrolet Aveo Is the chassis of the vehicle. Moreover, comments and unflattering statements about the latter begin six months after buying a car. The thing is that due to the use of low-quality aluminum alloy for the production of suspension elements, the latter rust from an abundance of moisture. As a result, the running gears of most T300s begin to creak, knock and rustle. It is even worse if the driver does not notice the appearance of an incomprehensible sound. Because of this, the owner runs the risk of being left without a wheel right on the road.
As practice shows, the best solution to this problem will be a complete replacement of the Chevrolet suspension. Spare parts from Toyota Camry and Citroen c5... Probably, it is not worth saying how much the suspension system from these foreign cars costs. Fortunately, there is another effective option, and this is the installation of interturn spacers or buffers. The latter are small in size and thickness cushions made of a durable and reliable metal alloy. Their main function is to increase the stiffness of the Aveo's suspension. However, in addition to this, buffers increase the ground clearance of the car, making most of its parts inaccessible to road moisture. Another important plus is the reduction of the car's roll when cornering and emergency braking.
You can buy a set of buffers for Aveo in most car dealerships in our country. When buying parts, pay attention to the material from which they are made. Ideally spacers should be made of 60:40 aluminum / carbon alloy. The cost of a set of 4 buffers - from 6 thousand rubles. A lot, but for the assembled suspension from another foreign car, you will have to pay at least 5 times more.
One of the advantages of the spacers is also considered the ease of self-installation on the Aveo. The work algorithm is as follows:
- we lift the wheel of the car with a jack, thereby removing the load from the wheel;
- dismantle the wheel and clean the spring from dirt;
- we put a buffer in the middle of the spring, before that, having dipped the spacer into a soapy solution;
- if the buffer area is larger than the turn, part of the first one must be cut off with a file;
- we fix the spare part with the clamps available in the kit;
- doing similarity collapse.
After tuning the chassis, you need to check the Chevrolet suspension. If you were not mistaken with the location of the buffer and followed the instructions exactly, then you will immediately notice that your chassis no longer emits any creaks. In order for the spacer to finally fit into the spring, you will need to drive about 50 km. Your Aveo's suspension will then function like new.
2 Improved steering - how to improve handling without sacrificing comfort?
After tuning your Chevrolet's suspension, you may feel that your car has become slower to respond to steering commands. This is due to the increased rigidity of the chassis, and in order to solve this problem, it is necessary to slightly modify the steering wheel of the Aveo. The main idea of the subsequent modernization of the Chevrolet steering wheel is to reduce the amplitude of movement of the front wheels in the longitudinal axis. Initially, the amplitude is quite large, which is due to the softness of the rubber joints of the stretch marks. To perform the tuning, we will need to replace the standard thrust washers with new flat-concave parts.
Improving the steering wheel of the Chevrolet Aveo T300 You can buy new washers for the T300 at almost any car dealership. The main thing is that their dimensions must exactly match the standard parts. The cost of a set of elements is about 2 thousand rubles. Having purchased flat-concave washers, you must install them correctly. To do this, first dismantle the Aveo engine mudguard. Then, with a 24 key, unscrew and remove the nuts that hold the Chevrolet stretch marks. Then we remove the standard car washers and install new spare parts instead. The latter should be placed with the concave part towards the rubber. After that we attach the braces and fasten the T300 motor mudguard.
As a result of tuning, new parts will distribute the load over the entire surface of the rubber, which will make the Aveo braces more rigid. As soon as you drive a few meters in the car, you will notice that your Chevrolet will react faster to steering commands, and the creaks that emanated from the wheel arch liners when cornering will disappear. In short, you will be very happy with the result.
3 Increasing power by modifying the throttle
There are tons of ideas and details to make your T300 more powerful and dynamic. The only problem is that the vast majority of spare parts cost a lot of money. In addition, it is not a fact that after installing these elements you will not have to modify other parts of the Chevrolet. Therefore, in order to increase the power of the Aveo at a low cost, we will talk about the effective tuning of the throttle. You don't need to buy anything for work. However, you will need to be extremely careful, since in case of an error, you will have to purchase a new choke.
Throttle refinement First you need to remove and clean the T300 throttle body. After that, we take a file and carefully make a groove in that part of the part where its right wall is in contact with the bottom. Next, we wipe the Chevrolet throttle from dust, install it in place and connect the pipes. Now let's figure out why we did it all. In the original configuration, the Aveo engine is equipped with a metal receiver, against the wall of which the throttle channel rests. This channel is responsible for the passage of air from the space in front of the damper into the chamber behind it.
The duct diameter is approximately 3 mm, which would be sufficient for air circulation. However, due to the fact that the receiver closes this hole, the air practically does not pass further. The groove we made in the Chevrolet damper solves this problem, and at the same time increases the Aveo's power by about 10%. Why don't most mechanics mention this method when it comes to tuning a car? The answer is quite simple - having damaged the throttle during operation, it will no longer be possible to restore it. You will have to buy a new part, which is quite difficult to find in the case of the T300.
4 Problems with rear-view mirrors - how to fix the damage yourself?
Many Aveo drivers complain about the nasty wind whistling from the side of the rear-view mirrors. To fix this problem, you will need to seal the outer mirror mount in the area of the plastic triangle. Thus, you can kill two birds with one stone: stop worrying that one fine day the parts of the Chevrolet fall off the wind, and get rid of the wind noise in the cabin. So, first of all, it is necessary to ensure a snug fit of the rear-view mirrors to the body. To do this, you can purchase a special rubber seal, costing about 300 rubles, and cut a thin strip out of it.
Replacing mirrors for Chevrolet Aveo T300 Next, you need to unscrew the triangle along with the Chevrolet mirror, dismantle the latter and install the rubber. After that, we collect the triangle and put it in place. There is another option - the purchase and installation of an additional overlay at a price of 500 rubles. There is no need to remove the mirrors to install the accessory. It is enough to attach the pad and secure it with special clamps. The third option is to fill the grooves in the triangle with ordinary polyurethane foam. The only drawback of this method is the difficulty in further adjusting the Aveo side mirrors.
Another problem that spoils the nerves of T300 owners is squeaks and bounce from the side of Chevrolet mirrors. Especially well nasty sounds are heard in winter, when the plastic parts of the car become stiff. As a result of severe frosts, Aveo mirrors begin to knock already at idle speed. You can often notice how the mirror part of the part is shaking. There are several ways to solve the problem. The first and easiest is to tighten the bolts holding the part to the Chevrolet body. However, this method does not always help.
The second tuning option is the installation of rubber washers that will dampen vibration. The first accessory must be installed between the bolt and the car door, and the second between the door and the mirror mount itself. The third solution to the problem is also quite simple. You need to take a plastic tie and securely fix the mirror, having previously configured it as you like best. The third common Chevrolet mirror malfunction is squeaking around the plastic triangle. To get rid of them, you need to lubricate the lower part of the part with an anti-creak or just drag the triangle with a carpet.
5 Wheel arch extenders - we make the Aveo body more voluminous
Once you've tweaked the problematic elements of the Chevrolet, you can start to make the aesthetic enhancements to your car. A great way to modernize the Aveo, make it larger and more aggressive is to install wheel arch extensions. Earlier, extenders or fenders were used for tuning SUVs, but today they have begun to be installed on passenger cars. In addition to their aesthetic function, expanders play another role - they effectively protect the doors and fenders of the car from stone blows.
Wheel arch extender
Today, there are several types of accessories available to enhance the Aveo. The first is rubber expanders. They are inexpensive, however, when installing them, there may be problems with attachment to the Chevrolet body. In addition, rubber fenders are quite difficult to paint.
The second tuning method is the purchase and installation of universal plastic expanders. The cost of a set of 4 fenders ranges from 3,000 to 6,000 rubles. After purchasing parts, you must clean the original Aveo extenders, degrease and let them dry. After that, we apply a new part to the body of the Chevrolet and see in which part the accessory needs to be cut. The best way to shorten the fender is with a jigsaw, after which you need to remove all the burrs. Reapply the expander and mark the places on the standard expander where you need to drill holes. Next, take a drill and make 4 holes. At the end, it remains to screw the accessory with self-tapping screws.
Most tuning parts are usually featureless white or gray, so they will need to be painted. To do this, you need to stick masking tape over the fenders so as not to contaminate the surface of the Chevrolet body. After that we paint the elements with paint of the color you need. Best of all, if for this you buy paint in a spray can, which already contains a solvent. After the composition has dried, we remove the masking tape and continue to operate the Aveo.
Refers to the second and so far the last generation of the lineup. The release began in 2011. In Russia, assembly began in 2012. A 1.6 liter power unit is installed on cars of this model. The design of the car is considered quite modern and meets all the latest trends in this area. And this is quite logical, because the eminent Giugiaro stands at the origins of the concept.
But the problem with serial cars is that they are serial, no matter how trite it may sound. Buying such a car in the showroom, you can differ from your fellow car owners only by the configuration, color and color scheme of the cabin. Everything else is standard. And over time, this standard begins to pall. In this article we will tell you about tuning the Chevrolet Aveo T300 and its features.
Chip tuning Chevrolet Aveo T300
How does a car buyer feel, especially in a specialized showroom at an authorized dealer? Of course, the joy of becoming the owner of such a car. But over time, these feelings are erased and you begin to want more. The first thing that comes to mind is whether to add a little bit of power to this car? You can start by optimizing the electronic control unit. For this, special firmware programs are used, which make the operation of the power unit more flexible, add power and reduce fuel consumption by 1-2 liters per 100 kilometers.
It is worth noting that such an operation significantly transforms the Chevrolet Aveo T300. The factory settings are clearly not perfect. Cold start problems disappear, acceleration dynamics improves. It is important to be performed by professional professionals. Otherwise, instead of improvements, you can get new problems, which will still have to be solved by professionals.
After chip tuning, you will have to make sure that the rest of the components associated with the engine correspond to its new characteristics. For this, it is advisable to update the exhaust system first. This step will add power. The already popular "spider" and a straight-through muffler come to the rescue.
Changing engine specifications also requires more attention to the braking system. Established will no longer fully guarantee safety. Therefore, it is worth taking care of a more reliable braking system, possibly a sport profile. Having finished the internal tuning of the Chevrolet Aveo T300, you can proceed to the styling.
From simply stylish to very stylish
What is styling for? In order to make the car more unique and recognizable. The design of the Chevrolet Aveo offers a ton of possibilities in this area. In addition, on the Internet you can find numerous photos and videos dedicated to styling. From there you can get ideas for your own design. Or give free rein to fantasy.
More often than not, styling turns a simple city car into a sports car. Therefore, there are many body elements on the market for the Chevrolet Aveo, which are developed specifically for this purpose: a hood with air intakes, fenders with pits, aerodynamic body kits and spoilers. All this is designed to create a unique composition from your car. By the way, with aerodynamic body kits and a spoiler, you can not only change the appearance of your car, but also improve its handling at high speeds when maneuvering. The only thing that is important to take care of is the mount. It should be reinforced due to the increasing loads on it.
The standard drive Shervole Aveo is quite consistent with the general stylistic concept of the car. They can, in principle, be left unchanged. But if you are going to repaint the car in a different color, the wheels can also be repainted. One of the important attributes of a sports car is low-profile tires. Its use allows you to install discs with a larger diameter without changing the wheel arches. In addition, the car looks faster with it.
Interior restyling
The interior of the Chevrolet Aveo is simple and ascetic. After all, the car belongs to the budget. Therefore, car owners have a lot of opportunities to modernize it. Even if you don't want to turn your Aveo into a sports car, you can limit yourself to buying covers or replacing the seat upholstery.
For those who prefer a more aggressive ride, special sports seats with lateral support and seat belts can be recommended. These seats are offered by big names like Sparco, Recaro or Binarco. There are also Russian versions from UNP.
In the process of restyling the interior, you can work out the individual lighting. In this case, it is worth adding special luminous door sills. They perform not only an aesthetic, but also a practical function - in the dark they help when getting in and out of the car. The updated lighting should also be present on the dashboard scales.
Allows you to realize any of your fantasies and wishes. Moreover, there are both budget options and more expensive ones. Even minor changes to the exterior will allow you to make the car more unique, unlike other cars in this series. It is better to seek help from professionals, although some operations can be performed with your own hands.
Video Chevrolet Aveo T300 after chip tuning
Chevrolet, after its short career in the Russian market, left along with its "budget" models. He left behind thousands of cars such as the Spark, Aveo and Cruze, which attracted attractive prices.
The Aveo 2 looks nice, rides right, but it’s better not to rely on special dynamics or refined handling.
Many people associate Chevrolet with the Daewoo brand. And it is right. The first generation Chevrolet Aveo has more in common with the Korean automaker than with the American GM. The car turned out to be unattractive, without any significant advantages. In 2011, its successor debuted with the designation T300. The model turned out to be more interesting and more successful.
Beautiful design is the first thing that prompts you to buy. Chevrolet used motorcycle motifs. For example, the twin round headlights are not covered with plastic glazing. The same features can be seen in the tail lights of the hatchback. Motorcycle accents are present on the inside as well. The instrument cluster, which consists of a massive tachometer and a small electronic speed indicator, looks exactly like a sports bike. Above and below the display are lined up in a row of holes, in each of which there is a signal light. It should be noted that this is not a bad solution. It's hard to find such a good and clear set of pointers in any other car.
Modern forms, intuitive control. There are several practical places for storing small items on the front panel.
In general, the interior of the Chevrolet Aveo T300 makes only a positive impression. The range of adjustment of the driver's seat and steering wheel is so wide that it is easy to find a comfortable position. There is enough space inside for four people. The hatchback trunk is only 290 liters, but the sedan holds 500 liters. The Aveo sedan will do the job of a small family car.
In 2011, Europeans crashed a five-door hatchback as part of a safety test. Aveo has demonstrated good passenger protection - 5 stars according to EuroNCAP.
Engines
Under the hood are installed engines that were widely used in the Opel lineup, in particular in Korsa and Astra. The petrol range is represented by the following units: 1.2 L (70 and 86 HP), 1.4 (100 HP), 1.4 Turbo (140 HP) and 1.6 L (115 HP). In the asset of the model, there is even a 1.3-liter diesel unit with a capacity of 75 and 95 hp, also used in small Opel models. The turbo diesel of the Multijet series was developed by the Italian Fiat.
Only a version with a 1.6-liter petrol engine (F 16D 4) was available to Russian buyers. Nevertheless, among the offers for sale there are also models with a 100-horsepower 1.4-liter unit. There are no diesel cars on these lists.
Typical problems and malfunctions
All power units are reliable enough, without any serious flaws. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for the manual transmission. The gear selection mechanism wears out relatively quickly. It is worth noting that, as a rule, it does not work perfectly even from the first kilometers. Ultimately, after 100,000 km, it may be necessary to replace the synchronizers. However, much depends on the operating conditions and the regularity of maintenance. Mechanics strongly recommend changing the oil in the box every 50,000 km.
On running cars, fogging is often observed in the area of the axle shaft seal at the exit from the gearbox.
With high mileage, there are failures of attachments: the air conditioner compressor (23,000 rubles), the starter (8,000 rubles) and the pump (a squeal appears from under the hood). Sometimes the ignition coils or one of the sensors (temperature or camshaft position) are fed.
There are also problems with the quality of the paintwork. Lacquer is sensitive to scratches and chrome surfaces lose their charm over time.
From a technical point of view, the Aveo has a simple design using traditional B-segment solutions. There are MacPherson struts in the front, and a torsion beam in the back. However, a simple device did not fully ensure the required durability. If there is practically nothing to break at the back, then the front ball joints of the levers quickly develop their resource. Fortunately, the design provides for a replacement ball (from 500 rubles), which is fastened with three bolts. Replacement of silent blocks is also possible (about 500 rubles). But if all these elements have worn out, then you should think about installing a new lever (from 2,500 rubles).
The braking system uses disc brakes on the front axle and drum brakes on the rear. Drums, in principle, are not a cause for concern, unlike wheel bearings. The rear bearings are assembled with a hub (from 5,000 rubles), and the front bearings are separate (from 1,200 rubles).
Chevrolet Aveo was affected by one major service campaign, in which individual copies (in accordance with the indicated VIN) required an ignition lock replacement. Reason: the ability to start or stop the engine on its own. In Russia, nothing of the kind has been recorded, but in the United States there have been several fatal accidents.
Operation and costs
Chevrolet has announced that there will be no issues with parts availability and service for 10 years from the date of the last sale. Nevertheless, there are rumors that some details, characteristic only for Aveo, in the official services have to wait for a while.
So should you beware of the Chevrolet Aveo? Of course not. Engines are well known and widely used in other Opel models, and chassis parts can be found all over the place. The car is really inexpensive to operate, and it rarely breaks down.
An interesting fact - messages in the form of a code on the display inform the driver about malfunctions. They can be expanded using the instruction manual. For example, the code "15" means the need to check the brake lights. But the code "89" causes a lot of controversy. In accordance with the instructions, it means the need to pass the test, but in practice it most often lights up, signaling various errors (engine or lighting).
Conclusion
Chevrolet Aveo is not the cheapest car among competitors. For a more or less normal copy, you will have to pay at least 300-350 thousand rubles. In return, you get a solid and, perhaps, the most elegant sedan in the class with a huge trunk.
