Not a perfect car but you will still love it and enjoy it

Exterior:

Stunning, better to view from 10 - 15 yards you will love the car which lot many mid-size cars don't have. I'm proud to own Aveo Uva in this aspect.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort):

Good, features average moving towards good. Biggest drawback is non-availability of Air bags in Mid and low version. As well as non-availability of Music System. Techno model has it however you have spend more. I heard from my colleague that in Wagon R they pack it with music systems and other features (ABS, Airbags) for less money

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox:

Engine performance so far excellent, too early for me to comment on the engine longevity and life. Fuel economy is pathetic. I think my car give only 10 to 11 kmpl (AC on and in normal traffic). AC is good infact on any hot days (in Summer afternoons) still the cooling is good quick When the AC is placed in the second position itself). Car still retains the same power when AC is on (i would like to disagree some other reviews which says the car loses bit of power when AC is on).

Experience:

Power is one concern, i had that experience. My car was caught in beach sands, it took me a herculean task to bring the car out. Otherwise on roads the car comes towards ruling if used with proper gears (not really for fast car lovers, but likeable for guyslike me you enjoy decent and gradual speed).

Gear box i don't see any issues, for me it is smooth as long as you use the proper techniques. May be for novice drivers the gear shift may not be as smooth. However if you are experienced i really don't see any issues. Sometimes we may have gear slipping when you are trying for reverse gear (the probability is 1 in 20) which i have experienced.

Ride Quality & Handling:

Heavenly ride. You can sit back tilt your steering and zoom around the city. While negotiating bends and sharp turns i find it smooth.

Final Words:

It is time for Chevy to introduce DOHC engine to experience the full power of Aveo - UVA. Try to add Airbag atleast for all versions (it is a must i feel taking into consideration the safety aspects).

Areas of improvement:

Mileage high time to work on it. I went for Uva inspite of facing stiff opposition due to its look, comfort and given the sparse usage need i have (once in a week 60 kms).