2008 Chevrolet Aveo

The Aveo has tough competition to take on. But this good looking, luxurious sedan has a lot going for it.

Sitting in the car is an airy experience, with seats that are more comfortable than competitors like the Ford Fiesta. Wide and well bolstered, it easy to find a comfortable driving position even for tall drivers. Shorter drivers however, are likely to find the gear lever placed too far back, while the other small fault is that there aren’t enough cubbyholes and stowage areas on the central console. The rear seats, like the ones in front are very comfortable, with their high-mounted cushions and good bolstering. You get the feeling that they are reclined a bit too far back, possibly done to compensate for the sporty, backward slant of the roof.

It has the top-notch fit and finish of the interiors, especially with regard to the climatiser’s controls knobs, the steering wheel and the MP3-compatible system. Yes, as you can guess, this car comes pretty much fully loaded