2013 Chevrolet Aveo Review Pictures

The 2013 Chevrolet Aveo has added a smart system that measures the weight in the front passenger seat, as well as seatbelt tension, and automatically deactivates the air bag if a small child is sitting there. The bag rearms when an adult sits in the seat. Also the Chevrolet Aveo is a dual-level inflation system that expands the bags less forcefully in a less-severe impact. LATCH child-seat anchors are provided in the front passenger seat, and in the center and passenger-side positions of the rear seat. The Chevrolet Aveo is as big as a Suburban, but handling and performance are surprisingly good. In the Chevrolet Aveo, braking performance and pedal feel have been improved. Fuel economy for Avalanche models equipped with optional Auto trac four-wheel drive is also improved. Stabili Trak stability control is now available on 1500 models with two-wheel drive. 
The broad, flat torque curve, with 90 percent of peak torque available from 1600 to 5000 rpm, is designed to provide outstanding trailer-towing and load-hauling capability. A properly equipped 2013 Chevrolet Aveo is rated to tow up to 8200 pounds. The four-speed automatic transmission (4L60-E) shifts responsively. Pressing the Tow/Haul button results in quicker, harder shifts and reduces heat by limiting the amount of hunting between gears. Auto trac four-wheel drive lets the driver select different drive modes for different conditions: 2HI drives the rear wheels only and offers the best fuel efficiency. Auto 4WD transfers power from the rear wheels to the front wheels as needed, to optimize traction in inconsistent conditions. 4HI provides the best traction in rugged terrain. 4LO is available for when the going gets really ugly. A neutral position allows the Chevrolet Aveo to be flat-towed. 

The Chevrolet Aveo models ride as well as a fully loaded Suburban, maybe even better. The 2013 Chevrolet Aveo feels smooth, quiet, and tight, with no squeaks or rattles. The suspension soaks up large potholes and rides comfortably on rough terrain. Handling is excellent for a big, heavy truck, even better than in the Suburban. Both 2WD and 4WD versions of the 1500 series trucks use the same suspension and ride height, with torsion bars in front and a solid axle suspended on five links and coil springs in the rear. The brakes, already excellent, have been improved, with shorter stops, better pedal feel, and quieter operation. GM has come a long way with brakes in the past few years. The 5.3-liter V8 delivers plenty of punch. It's a responsive engine, rated 285 horsepower and, more important, 325 pounds-feet of torque, which launches the Avalanche quickly off the line.

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