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I AM TOTALLY SATISFIED FROM THIS CAR

A Review by Ravi Shanker on Chevrolet Aveo U-VA
28 November, 2007 (Last Updated: 13 April, 2009)
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Pros : GOOD FUEL ECONOMY, GOOD STYLE, GOOD CITY PERFORMANCE, VALUE FOR MONEY
Cons : REVERSE GEAR IS HAVING SOME PROBLEM
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I HAVE PURCHASED THE AVEO-UVA IN THE MONTH OF OCTOBER,2007 AND I AM TOTALLY SATISFIED FROM THE CAR BECAUSE OF ITS FUEL ECONOMY, IT IS GIVING ME APPROX 14-15 KMS/LITER IN CHANDIGARH WITH AC. IT IS THE BEST CAR IN ITS CLASS DUE TO PERFORMANCE, STYLE, FUEL ECONOMY AND INTERIORS, VALUE FOR MONEY. THANKS GENERAL MOTORS.


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  1. on 18 Jan, 2008 at 12:24 PM Gitanjali Chawla (Noida)

    Hi
    Am planning to buy U-VA. Did you compare it to Swift or Getz before buying. What about after sales service and maintainance costs.
    GC

  2. on 18 Jan, 2008 at 01:03 PM Ravi Shanker

    THANKS FOR WRITING THE COMMENT. FIRST OF ALL THE ROOM SPACE, GROUND CLEARANCE, TURNING RADIUS, WHEEL BASE IN THE UVA ARE MORE APPEALING AND BETTER THAN THE SWIFT AND GETZ. TORQUE OF THE VEHICLE ALSO GOOD. THE ENGINE DOESNT KNOCK WHILE THE CAR IN TOP GEAR AND YOU DRIVE THE SAME IN SLOW SPEED. AFTER SALE SERVICE IS MUCH BETTER AS THE GM IS WORLDS LARGEST CAR MANUFACTURER AD THEY HAVE THE STATE OF THE ART WORKSHOPS. BUT THE SERVICE NETWORK IN THE MAJOR CITIES ONLY. THE MAINTAINANCE COST IS LESS

  3. on 18 Jan, 2008 at 02:43 PM Ravi Shanker

    THE MAINTAINANCE COST OF THE UVA IS IN TERMS OF SPARE PARTS IS LOWER THAN SWIFT AND GETZ. FOR MORE INFORMATION U CAN VISIT http://www.gm.co.in/content_data/AP/IN/en/GBPIN/001/BRANDSITE/aveo_uva_maruti_suzuki.html. INTERIORS OF UVA ARE MOST ATTRACTIVE. CONTROLS OF UVA ARE SOFT. AS I HAVE TAKEN THE TEST RIDE OF SWIFT AND GETZ

  4. on 28 Jan, 2008 at 02:16 PM Mdch2

    i am from chandigarh. i plan to buy uva.pl let me know about service its cost and fuel economy

    arora 9815034065
    reply today

  5. on 29 Jan, 2008 at 11:57 AM Ravi Shanker

    DEAR MR ARORA. UVA IS GIVING ME THE FUEL ECONOMY 16KM/LIT OF PETROL IN CITY WITH IDEL SPEED OF 50KM/H. THE SERVICE COST IS NOT PINCHING THE POCKET EQUIVALENT TO THE SERVICE COST OF ITS COMPETITORS. BUT THE COST OF SPARES IS LESS THAN OTHERS

  6. on 31 Jan, 2008 at 11:40 AM Sumit Jadhav (Nagpur)

    hi ravi shanker ji ......
    this is sumeet from hyderabad,i m thinking to buy chervolet aveo U-VA CAR........
    i m just confusing with the model ,which model is good to prefer..........
    sir is there any maintance problem in this cars.......
    thanking for such agood retting u r given o his car ,i love his car to much........
    waiting for reply......
    sumeet

  7. on 01 Feb, 2008 at 11:02 AM Ravi Shanker

    DEAR SUMIT
    GO FOR BASE MODEL OF UVA 1.2 BECAUSE IT IS HAVING THE POWER STEARING, AC WITH HEATER, MATCHING BUMPERS. BECAUSE THE UPPER MODEL (LS AND LT) OF UVA CUT YOUR POCKET MORE BECAUSE OF POWER WINDOWS AND TINTED GLASS REST IS SAME IN BASE MODEL WHY TO SPEND MORE. IF YOUR BUDGET ALLOWS YOU THEN YOU CAN CHOOSE FROM LS OR LT MODEL. OTHER WISE THE BASE MODEL IS MORE THAN SUFFICIENT
    THE UVA IS TROUBLE FREE CAR.

  8. on 05 Feb, 2008 at 04:40 PM Simi

    I am also frm Chandigarh. I too have liked this car better than the Swift and i10, but popular opinion is against GM for 2 reasons:
    1. High spares cost and general non-availability of parts
    2. Low value in the used car market whne you want to sell it after 3-5 yrs.
    Any inputs on this?

  9. on 06 Feb, 2008 at 12:49 PM Ravi Shanker

    HI SIMI,
    THE COST OF SPARES OF UVA IS LESS THAN SWIFT AND GETZ. THE SPARES AVAILABLE WITH STATE OF ART WORKSHOPS OF GM MOTORS.
    2. YES ITS TRUE BUT THE VALUE OF EVERY CAR IN USED MARKET WILL BE LOWER IN FUTURE BECAUSE OF HIGH COMPETITION. THEN WHY TO THINK OF LOW VALUE IN THE USED MARKET

  10. on 10 Feb, 2008 at 11:15 AM Faizan Shaikh (Baroda)

    I am Faizan form Vadodara. I am planning to buy Aveo u-va in two days. Best car i ever came across. I just want to ask.. Is chevrolet accessories value for money..?? specially that body kit which come around 15000 RS..

  11. on 11 Feb, 2008 at 12:31 PM Ravi Shanker

    Hi Faizan
    THANKS FOR WRITING, YES THE ACCESSORIES OF GM ARE VALUE FOR MONEY AS THEY ARE MADE AS PER THE ACTUAL SPECIFICATION AND IT DOESNT HARM AND NO NEED TO ALTER ANY THING FROM THE CAR

  12. on 15 Feb, 2008 at 09:53 PM Raj Katari

    I surprised about issue.TATA Xeta costs about 70-80K less then U-VA.Then why not go for the TATA? Is it due to inferior quality maintained by TATA.If not , then how the others are doing business.

  13. on 16 Feb, 2008 at 09:42 AM Ravi Shanker

    HI RAJ,
    THE MAIN FACTOR IS THE FUEL ECONOMY, THE INTERIORS, COMFORT AND THE INTERNATIONAL BRAND IMAGE OF GM. REST THE CHOICE OF INDIVIDUAL TO INDIVIDUAL

  14. on 20 Feb, 2008 at 01:46 PM Dibyendu (Bangalore)

    Dear Mr. Ravi,

    I am planning to buy a car for a range of 4.5-5, now I am very confused with the range available now a day. I have finally settled down as per my findings with preferences from 1-5. Please advice which one should I buy.

    1. Chevrolet Aveo U-VA
    2. Mahindra Renault Logan
    3. Maruti Swift
    4. Tata Indigo
    5. Hyundai i10

    Thanks in advance for your comments and suggestions

    Regards,
    Dibs
    Bangalore

  15. on 20 Feb, 2008 at 03:53 PM Ravi Shanker

    HI DIBS
    OUT OF THE ABOVE DETAIL IF U GO FOR PETROL VERSION, GO FOR UVA. BECAUSE IT IS BEST IN ITS CLASS.

  16. on 25 Feb, 2008 at 04:48 PM Ashwin Koli (Mumbai)

    Hello Mr Shankar Happy to hear nice things about U-va . It has been mentioned by you that you bought this car only in last NOV then how come you have come across spare parts prices & services etc so early as it is quite unlikely because you have had a recent purchase. Anyway I am very Keen to Know about its mileage otherwise I will have to settle down for Wagon -R . Give honest opinion as your name itself suggests truth. Bye have a nice day

  17. on 25 Feb, 2008 at 04:51 PM Ashwin Koli (Mumbai)

    Hello Mr Shankar Happy to hear nice things about U-va . It has been mentioned by you that you bought this car only in last NOV then how come you have come across spare parts prices & services etc so early as it is quite unlikely because you have had a recent purchase. Anyway I am very Keen to Know about its mileage otherwise I will have to settle down for Wagon -R . Give honest opinion as your name itself suggests truth. Bye have a nice day

  18. on 26 Feb, 2008 at 10:01 AM Ravi Shanker

    HI ASHWIN
    THANKS FOR WRITING. REGARDING THE SERVICE AND SPARE, MY TWO FRIENDS ALREADY HAVE THE SAME CAR, BOTH OF THEM ARE HAPPY INCLUDING ME. REGARDING COST OF SPARES, THE FULL HOME WORK WAS DONE BY ME BEFORE PURCHASING THE UVA. SAME U CAN DO. I AM GETTING THE FUEL AVERAGE BETWEEN 15-17KM/LT OF PETROL IN CHANDIGARH. I AM DRIVING THE CAR ON IDEL SPEED OF 50KM/HR TO GET THE MAXIMUM FUEL EFFICIENCY. REST IT DEPENDS UPON YOUR DRIVING HABBITS.

  19. on 01 Mar, 2008 at 11:50 AM Shardul (Gurgaon)

    Dear Mr. Ravi,
    I am planning to buy a vehicle n the range of 4.5 L to 5 L and am confused which car to go in for. My options are:
    1) Hyundai i10
    2) Maruti Swift
    3) Aveo Uva LS
    Please suggest on the same and please let me know is it adviceable to buy LS.

    Thanks
    Shardul

  20. on 01 Mar, 2008 at 12:58 PM Ravi Shanker

    DEAR SHARDUL
    YES UVA LS IS BEST IN ITS CLASS, BECAUSE I AM USING THE SAME BRAND. I AM SATISFIED FROM THE OVERALL PERFORMANCE OF CAR. YES U CAN OPT THE LS

  21. on 02 Mar, 2008 at 03:13 PM Vijay Patil (Bangalore)

    Hi Ravi this is vijay, I planning to buy a car thios weekend.But before to that i have some doubts, previously i always think to go for diesel car because of low diesel price and good milege(1ltr=Rs37=18KM.But all of my frnds tellthat even if i buy a new diesel car the maintence cost will be high.But as per my knowledge there will not be any problem up to 2 lacs KM. Was my decsionis correct? Plz clarify which i should by (petrol or Diesel. Because ur opinion counts me lot. then i will go for th

  22. on 02 Mar, 2008 at 03:19 PM Vijay Patil (Bangalore)

    Cont...from above
    My budget is 4lac to 4.5 Which i should prefer in UVA. because i am totally not aware of this UVA 1.2, 1.2LS,1.2LT, can u tell me what is the difference in all these and which is best suitable for my bdget.But for UVA i can go ahead up 5 lac. Can i purchase isrt base model later days i can upgrade all those day by day one by one. plz clarify
    Thanks in advance for ur suggestions

  23. on 02 Mar, 2008 at 06:39 PM Ravi Shanker

    HI VIJAY
    IF YOUR MONTHLY RUNNING OF CAR IS MORE THAN 1500 KMS, THEN THE DISEL VERSION IS GOOD FOR U OTHER WISE GO FOR PETROL BECAUSE IN THE LONG RUN IT HARDLY DIFFRENCE BETWEEN THE PETROL OR DISEL CAR IF YOUR MONTHLY RUNNING OF CAR IS LESS THAN 1500 KMS.

  24. on 02 Mar, 2008 at 06:43 PM Ravi Shanker

    HI VIJAY
    REGARDING YOUR SECOND QUERY U CAN LOOK INTO THE GM WEBSITE www.gm.co.in FOR COMPARISON OF MODELS OF UVA. AS PER MY ADVICE THE BASE MODEL IS MORE THAN ENOUGHF, IN 1.2LS POWER WINDOWS AND TINTED GLASSES ARE EXTRA. REST IS SAME AS PER BASE MODEL. THEN WHY TO SPEND MORE? GO FOR BASE MODEL

  25. on 04 Mar, 2008 at 02:20 PM Ankur Chatterjee (Mumbai)

    HI Ravi Shanker,
    Great to get a review from some one who is actually using the vehicle.In 4.5lak budget hatchback choice is limited to

    U-VA
    Swift
    Getz
    i10

    I would like to know the comparison between U-VA and SWIFT. Definitely swift is amuch popular choice in hatchback , however i feel U-VA could be even better choice


    Waiting for your commments

  26. on 04 Mar, 2008 at 02:47 PM Ravi Shanker

    HI ANIRBAN
    FOR THE COMPARISON U CAN GO TO THE WEBSITE
    http://www.gm.co.in/content_data/AP/IN/en/GBPIN/001/BRANDSITE/aveo_uva_maruti_suzuki.html
    AND
    http://www.gm.co.in/content_data/AP/IN/en/GBPIN/001/BRANDSITE/comparevehicle.html

  27. on 07 Mar, 2008 at 10:37 PM Arindam Mazumdar (Howrah)

    I am willing to buy an AVEO U-VA. I have taken atest drive and satisfied about it. But Iam surprised to see its rare appearence at Kolkata . Please also let me know it after sales service response at kolkata.

  28. on 10 Mar, 2008 at 10:59 AM Ravi Shanker

    HI ARINDAM,
    IN THE NORTH REGION WHERE I AM LIVING, ARE GOOD NUMBER OF UVA'S CAN BE SEEN ON ROADS. THE AFTER SALE SERVICE IS GOOD IN NORTH. YOU CAN CHECK OUT
    IN YOUR REGION. ALSO YOU CAN GET THE LIST OF SERVICE CENTERS AT
    http://www.gm.co.in/content_data/AP/IN/en/GBPIN/001/BRANDSITE/findaservice_results.html?ctcode=KK&cname=KOLKATTA&brandname=OT&CAPTIVAcityName=
    OR YOU CAN CONFIRM FROM YOUR DEALER AT KOLKATA

  29. on 14 Mar, 2008 at 01:34 PM Tsr

    Hi, i am planning to buy U-VA. my doubt is what is the after sales and services in Hyderabad. I believe in Hyd having only two show rooms it is true ? and tell me the performance of the vehicle.

  30. on 14 Mar, 2008 at 04:05 PM Ravi Shanker

    HI
    AFTER SALE SERVICE IS GOOD OF UVA. YOU CAN CHECK OUT THE DEALER/SERVICE NETWORK FROM THE WEB SITE
    http://www.gm.co.in/content_data/AP/IN/en/GBPIN/001/BRANDSITE/aveo_uva.html
    THE PERFORMANCE OF THE VEHICLE IS TOO GOOD IN ITS CLASS. YOU CAN ALSO REQUEST THE TEST DRIVE TO DEALER

  31. on 16 Mar, 2008 at 11:30 PM Rajeshs

    Hi, Rajesh from Bangalore. It has been a year since I picked my mid-range U-Va & have done 17000 km. No issues so far, mileage should be around 12kmpl+ and extremely comfortable!

  32. on 16 Mar, 2008 at 11:52 PM Raj Chatterjee (Indore)

    Hi, I have UVA ls and driven close to 11000 km in a period of 5 months, I am extremely happy and satisfied with my car,in city or highway.Average is good. Why you bother service - service its service free almost. In 10000km you need 3 litre oil and till 45000 km some basic air and oil filters. I beleive as Any car requires it. And yes with respest to segment and industry spares are cheap of chrevolet. GO AHEAD HAVE ONE FOR YOU TOO. NO TENTION . BINDAAS.

  33. on 18 Mar, 2008 at 10:13 PM Narresh Kumar (Pune)

    I HAVE TAKEN TEST DRIVE OF UVA. AM TOTALLY CONFUSED WHAT TO BUY BETWEEN SWIFT AND UVA. WHY UVA ?

  34. on 19 Mar, 2008 at 10:15 AM Ravi Shanker

    HI NARRESH
    UVA IS THE BEST CAR IN ITS CLASS IN TERMS OF ROAD PERFORMANCE, MILEAGE, COMFORT. REST YOU CAN CHECK OUT ON THE FOLLOWING LINK
    http://www.gm.co.in/content_data/AP/IN/en/GBPIN/001/BRANDSITE/aveo_uva_maruti_suzuki.html
    AND
    http://www.gm.co.in/content_data/AP/IN/en/GBPIN/001/BRANDSITE/comparevehicle.html
    THIS WILL HELP YOU WHY TO CHOOSE UVA?

  35. on 08 Apr, 2008 at 11:31 PM Somnath Sengupta

    DEAR MR. Ravi Shanker ,

    THIS IS SOMNATH HERE FROM KOLKATA. CAN U COMPARE BETWEEN UVA & PALIO STILE?
    PLEASE INFORM .
    REGARDS,
    SOMNATH.

  36. on 13 Apr, 2008 at 02:59 PM Gagan

    Dear Mr. Ravi Shanker,

    I am also interested in buying UVA. I admire the way you have replied to all the queries posted to you. And after going through your replies it comes across that either:-
    1) you are working with general Motors (dealer/ employee/ relative); or
    2) An employee/ rep of GM is dictating the answers.

    The review by you is too good to be true. Infact, after reading your review I am having second thoughts about UVA.

    Gagan

  37. on 13 Apr, 2008 at 10:32 PM Ravi Shanker

    DEAR GAGAN
    THANKS FOR SHOWING INTEREST IN MY REVIEWS. I AM NOT WORKING FOR GM(DEALER/EMPLOYEE/RELATIVE) AND NO ONE IS DICTATING THE ANSWERS. I AM A CHANDIGARH BASED I.T. PROFESSIONAL IN GOVT DEPTT AND SERIOUSLLY I AM USING THE SAME VEHICLE. TRULY THIS IS THE EXPERIANCE OF UVA.
    GO TO GM SHOWROOM AND TEST DRIVE IT AND YOU FEEL THE DIFFRENCE AND AFTER THE TEST DRIVE THE UVA WILL BE YOUR FIRST CHOICE.

  38. on 15 Apr, 2008 at 04:57 PM Aditya Saraswat (Gurgaon)

    Hi Ravi,

    This is Aditya here can you please update me Palio Stile 1.1 & U-VA which one is best because i 've seen U-va milage so please let me know whihc one is best next month i am going to buy s i was very curious abt that.

    Thanks
    Aditya

  39. on 15 Apr, 2008 at 05:08 PM Aditya

    Hi Ravi,

    This is Aditya here can you please update me Palio Stile 1.1 & U-VA which one is best because i 've seen U-VA milage so please let me know whihc one is best next month i am going to buy s i was very curious abt that.

    Thanks
    Aditya

  40. on 20 Apr, 2008 at 06:39 PM Aas Asda (Ahmedabad)

    Dear Ravi,
    Your prompt replies to all queries put me in doubt. I mean after buying the car why should u be intrested in spending so much time on this site.
    Doesthis car has no cons
    A K Singh

  41. on 21 Apr, 2008 at 10:26 AM Ravi Shanker

    HI ADITYA
    SINCE I AM NOT USING THE PALIO STILE 1.1, SO I AM NOT ABLE TO TELL YOU THE TRUE PERFORMANCE OF PALIO. YOU MAY CHECK OUT WITH PALIO DEALER FOR TEST DRIVE AND REST YOU CAN COMPARE BETWEEN THE TWO.

  42. on 23 Apr, 2008 at 02:50 PM Cp

    Dear Ravi,
    Please advise me on the service cost of UVA per service as I want to decide whether to take free maintenance or 10000/- discount. Thanks for the info which I believe shall be based on your friends using it for some years. CP

  43. on 24 Apr, 2008 at 08:10 AM Ravi Shanker

    HI CP
    ON DATED 23.4.2007, MY CAR WAS SERVICED (FIRST SERVICE) AT GM SERVICE STATION, THE SERVICE STATION CHARGED RS 787/- INCLUDING THE COST OF CONSUMABLES (OIL+FILTER+OTHERS).

  44. on 24 Apr, 2008 at 10:24 AM Sugandha

    Hi,

    I am also plannig to buy UVA AVEO but since I have to travel a lot daily, I would like to have CNG kit in it? Any idea if that can be done in AVEO?

    Thanks

    Sugandha

  45. on 24 Apr, 2008 at 10:37 AM Ravi Shanker

    HI SUGANDHA
    I HAVE NO IDEA REGARDING CNG KIT

  46. on 25 Apr, 2008 at 11:31 AM Ganapati Hegde (Bangalore)

    Hi,
    I am from Bangalore.I want to buy a new car.I have short listed Swift Dzire and U-VA.Due to heavy traffic in Bangalore I zeroed on UVA.Please give your suggestion.
    G.C.Hegde

  47. on 25 Apr, 2008 at 02:32 PM Ravi Shanker

    HI G.C. HEGDE
    Maruti Suzuki has launched Dzire with an introductory price ranging from Rs 4,49,000 to Rs 6,70,000 (ex-showroom Delhi). The petrol variant will cost Rs 4,49,000 to Rs 5,90,000 and the diesel Rs 5,39,000 to Rs 6,70,000. AND UVA STARTS FROM RS. 3.93 LAC (ex-showroom Delhi)TO RS. 4.73 LAC. ONE OF THE BASIC REASON IS THE PRICE DIFFRENCE. IN THE HEAVY TRAFFIC DRIVING A BIGGER CAR IS ITSELF A PROBLEM. REST IS YOUR CHOICE.

  48. on 29 Apr, 2008 at 11:17 AM Hrushi Patil (Thane)

    Hello Mr.Ravi Shanker,

    I am thinking of going for U-VA. The only problem I see is interiors. The gray shade looks bit old compared to Getz (which has dual tone interiors). And cost: Getz - 5,00,000 lack and U-VA @ 5,15,000.
    The question is why I should go for costly vehicle with less appealing interiors.
    Please advice.

    Thanks and regards,
    Hrushikesh

  49. on 29 Apr, 2008 at 02:54 PM Ravi Shanker

    HELLO MR HRUSHIKESH
    The U-VA's fuel economy is good for a car of its size and weight,superb stability and handling give the driver a lot of confidence. Size and space is what makes the U-VA stand out from its main rivals.Ride quality is very good,more leg room. You will find the grey interior only in base model upper models are having Carbon Fiber Finish on Doortrim and power window bezel, Soft feel fabric,or you can check the following link

  50. on 29 Apr, 2008 at 02:56 PM Ravi Shanker

    http://www.gm.co.in/content_data/AP/IN/en/GBPIN/001/BRANDSITE/aveouva_standard.html
    or you can go to dealer and have a look on all the three models.

  51. on 21 May, 2008 at 10:28 PM Chewang P Wangyal (Gangtok)

    Please advice why i should go for the Chevrolet UVA LS rather than the Hyundai Prime 1.1 GVS?

  52. on 22 May, 2008 at 02:24 PM Ravi Shanker

    HELLO MR CHEWANG P WANGYAL
    IN UVA OVERALL LENGTH, WIDTH, GROUND CLEARANCE, ENGINE CAPACITY,WHEEL BASE, KERB WEIGHT AND An Optimum Power to Weight Ratio for a perfect mix of performance and great Fuel Efficiency. REST YOU CAN CHECK ON THE FOLLOWING LINK http://www.gm.co.in/content_data/AP/IN/en/GBPIN/001/BRANDSITE/aveo_uva_compare.html

  53. on 22 May, 2008 at 06:32 PM Chewang P Wangyal (Gangtok)

    Thanks Mr Shanker. .was confused between the two,as the price of the two brands are almost the same anyway hope your UVA is doing great even after about 7 months.

  54. on 02 Jun, 2008 at 02:13 AM Anweshan Ghosh (Dhanbad)

    Hi,

    how is the after sales service in Kolkata?

  55. on 02 Jun, 2008 at 10:22 AM Ravi Shanker

    HI
    THE AFTER SALE SERVICE IS SATISFACTORY IN CHANDIGARH. REST FOR YOUR REGION YOU CAN ASK THE DEALER OR SERVICE CENTRE

  56. on 04 Jul, 2008 at 06:45 PM Vivek (Chandigarh)

    hi! i guess we have been flooding ravi with questions, review is really nice,car is great too,actually "big small car"

  57. on 12 Jul, 2008 at 08:51 PM Asitesh Mondal

    Hi,
    I am from Delhi. I am confused about my choice with UVA and Dezire. Give me your suggestion what could be the better choice. my budget is 4.5 L. What are main points against the other that you did not suggest?

  58. on 30 Aug, 2008 at 09:32 PM Epln

    hi readers,
    I AM PLANNING TO TAKE A NEW VEHICLE IN THE MID SIZE SEGMENT(DIESEL VERSION)
    PLEASE SUGGEST ME A VEHICLE, WHICH IS ECONOMICAL IN FUEL,HAVING ENOUGH LEGROOM,GOOD LOOK IN INTERIORS AND XTERIORS,BAGGAGE ACCOMMODATION,ETC. MY OPTIONS R VERNA,FORD FIESTA & LANCER.

  59. on 30 Aug, 2008 at 09:33 PM P.Lakshminarayanan P.Lakshminarayanan (Coimbatore)

    hi readers,
    I AM PLANNING TO TAKE A NEW VEHICLE IN THE MID SIZE SEGMENT(DIESEL VERSION)
    PLEASE SUGGEST ME A VEHICLE, WHICH IS ECONOMICAL IN FUEL,HAVING ENOUGH LEGROOM,GOOD LOOK IN INTERIORS AND XTERIORS,BAGGAGE ACCOMMODATION,ETC. MY OPTIONS R VERNA,FORD FIESTA & LANCER.

  60. on 01 Sep, 2008 at 12:59 PM Ravi Shanker

    I AM A UVA USER ONLY SO I AM NOT ABLE TO GUIDE YOU IN THIS REGARD. YOU CAN CHECK UNDER THE HYUNDAI'S USER REVIEWS

  61. on 08 Sep, 2008 at 03:18 PM Prasanth.Warrier

    Hi Ravi

    I see that your first review was written in nov 2007. Any change in your views on the car - is it contiuing to meet the mileage of 16 kmpl and the trouble free usage? Pls respond.

    prasanth

  62. on 09 Sep, 2008 at 02:03 PM Dvenugopalreddy (Hyderabad)

    Hi Ravi,
    iam planning to purchase a U-VA @ 5,15,000. please give your comments on fuel consumption.I am thinking of going for U-VA. The only problem I see is interiors. The gray shade looks bit old compared to Getz (which has dual tone interiors). And cost: Getz - 5,00,000 lack and U-VA @ 5,15,000.
    The question is why I should go for costly vehicle with less appealing interiors.
    Please advice.

    Thanks and regards,
    dvenugopalreddy

  63. on 10 Sep, 2008 at 10:06 AM Ravi Shanker

    HI PRASHANT
    YES I AM GETTING THE MILEAGE IN THE CHANDIGARH BETWEEN 15-16KMPL. REST IT DEPENDS UPON, HOW YOU DRIVE AND THE CITY TRAFFIC. ITS A TROUBLE FREE CAR. NO PROBLEM FOUND TILL DATE.

  64. on 10 Sep, 2008 at 10:15 AM Ravi Shanker

    HI DVENU GOPAL REDDY
    THE ROOM SPACE IN UVA IS MORE BECAUSE OF LONGEST WHEEL BASE , CARBON FIBRER FINISH IN INTERIOR, REST THE OVERALL LOOK OF THE UVA IS MORE APPEALING. REST THE CHOICE IS YOURS.

  65. on 11 Sep, 2008 at 06:02 PM Vijay M.L. (Bangalore)

    Hello Ravishankar
    I have planed to buy this model this month end. But now i am in delima wether to buy or no coz of the new model of UVA i heard they r coming up with a new model can u pls tell me should i wait or should i book this model only i stay in B'lore pls help me out
    Thanks & Regards
    Vijay

  66. on 20 Sep, 2008 at 11:21 AM Harshad Mali (Hyderabad)

    hi mr Ravi ,
    thanks for the great task u r doing ....i too planing to purchase U VA ...stuck in the model selection .. is the all version will give same mileage ? is alloy wheels make any differnce in 1.2 LT ? this will be my first car moreover i dont learned drive..all r advising me to buy small car ..pl. advise.. Harshad

  67. on 29 Sep, 2008 at 11:28 AM Biju (Baroda)

    Aveo U-VA LT 1.2,is really good, excellent look, good cooling, good ground clearance, good interiors, more spacious.Comparing with Maruti Swift, SX4, Getz Prime 1.1,1.3, Ford Ikon 1.3.AVEO U-VA is really superb. Even the colour choice is also very Good. I choose Platinium Metalic.Even my families & Relatives like this car very much.Thanks for the almighty God for showing me this car.In short I can say ADMIRABLE VEHICLE ENVY of OTHERS (AVEO)(U-VA) UNMATCHED VARIETY ACHIEVED.GOD is MIGHTY (GM).by

  68. on 19 Oct, 2008 at 02:37 AM Tiju

    Hi Ravi

    We are also in the process of buying a new car and U-VA is a serious contendor. But the issue is whether the Airbag and ABS are availble on the base models also, because we find the other features in the LT model not very useful to us and the price difference is quite high

    Further we are just wondering how UVA will fare compared to Wagon R and Hyundai i 10. Both have all these features including airbag and still priced 1 lakh less

    Any suggestions?

    TIJU

  69. on 22 Oct, 2008 at 07:41 AM Kamaal Akhtar

    it seems Mr.Ravi shankar is a GM guy. I recently bought a UVA and in DELHI it is giving mileage of only 10kpl with AC on. I dont know how Mr. Ravi is getting a mileage of 15-16kpl in chandigarh with A/c. Dont know why he is misleading the innocent public???? Too bad. Kamaal from Delhi

  70. on 22 Oct, 2008 at 07:45 AM Kamaal Akhtar

    anybody else getting such a high mileage from UVA as stated by Mr. Ravi i.e. 15-16kpl in city conditions with AC on ??????

  71. on 25 Oct, 2008 at 12:26 PM Ramesh (Hyderabad)

    hi Mr.ravi iam RAMS from hyd.i am planning for Uva.some of friends saying abt milege .its only 12-14 in city.iam xpecting milege of 15 above,is it advisable to go for uva

  72. on 02 Nov, 2008 at 03:30 PM Harish (Nanded)

    Hi Mr Ravi,
    I am planning to buy hatchback below 5 lacs. I have shortlisted Swift and UVA. But your claim that "UVA IS BEST IN CLASS" SEEMS UNTRUE. AS WE DONT FIND ANY UVAS ON THE STREET. THIS THING IS WORRYING ME. PLEASE CLARIFY ON THIS, ELSE I HAVE TO GO FOR EVER-GREEN MARUTI SWIFT. ALSO DONT TALK ABOUT INTERNATIONAL GM BRAND...THE COMPANY SEEMS GOING TOWARDS BANKRUPTCY.

  73. on 02 Nov, 2008 at 05:30 PM Rajesh (Mumbai)

    Dear Mr.RaviShanker, This is Dr.iyer from Thane. At the outset nice to see your reviews. We are planning to buy car in 5 - 5.3 lakhs segment. FIRST I was interested in Hyundai getz, I heard from a reliable source that there will be no production of getz in India and I -20 will be the modified version of Getz. We are impressed by Cheverolet Aveo UVA 1.2 LS . My wife is interested in Mahindra Renault Logan 1.4 GLE. Please suggest which we model to go for between Aveo UVA or Logan. Tk

  74. on 04 Nov, 2008 at 01:57 AM Suvodip (Kolkata)

    THIS IS OBVIOUS, RAVI SHANKAR IS CHEVROLET AGENT .... DONT HEAR HIM .... IF YOUR BUDGET IS UPTO 5 LACS OBVIOUSLY SWIFT IS THE BEST OPTION .... EVEN GO FOR i10 .... UVA HAS ONLY SPACIOUS .... BUT IN ALL FETURES EVEN LOOK (THOUGH ALL NOT ADMIRE ) SWIFT IS BEST. IF U DONT LIKE SWIFT LOOK GO 4 i1O ...

  75. on 21 Nov, 2008 at 04:16 PM Pulak Singh (Noida)

    Hi,

    As per the latest scenarios it seems like that GM is running out of money , and has tried asking for money from Us scenators to keep the GM alive, so in these scenarios would it be a feasible dream, to own a UVA or any GM car, cuase,then the same story might get repeated it self , the one that happened with Opel Corsa, and rest , please suggest

  76. on 03 Dec, 2008 at 01:09 AM Acb

    anonymous

    u-va & spark!!!it sucks..........gm cheating with old technology with just 8-valve(sohc) engine.even zen/m800 has 16-valve latest technology. i favour 16v,dohc,new a-star-best for city. more mileage+a.c+v.low 2maintain+all goodies+freshlook+new eng.+good.s.service+wrty.+g.drivr&ride.don't follow me exprience ur'self. and let me know ur'test-result...maybe45-65k over.priced......bye

    note:(f GM files for bankruptcy, there is "a very high risk" that it would pull out services)

  77. on 11 Dec, 2008 at 07:21 PM Dinesh

    Hi I am Dinesh from chandigarh. I am usuing aveo UVA LS since june 2007. I liked it because it is spacious, good interiors and smooth riding. I was disapointed with the milage as expected . It only gives 10-11km per in city and 15-16 km on highway. Paid services are expensive Rs 2000-3000.

  78. on 14 Dec, 2008 at 09:24 PM An Sinha (New Delhi)

    Hi friends
    Let us be fair to Mr Ravi in our comments. Some of you are comparing the uncomparables which is not fair.UVa can not be compared to A Star because of the size (Uva is much bigger) and both the cars have a considerable time lag. About mileage, most of the dealers are frank in telling that it gives 13-14 in city - thats fair considering its size and weight.
    I personally am waiting for Honda Jazz which is newer, bigger hatchback, gives upto 20 Kms in city and is coming soon to India

  79. on 21 Dec, 2008 at 10:32 PM Kavik

    hi,
    i liked this comment...
    "u-va&spark!!!it sucks....gm cheating with old technology with just 8-valve(sohc) engine.even m800 has 16-valve latest technology." accorging to me GM/Chevy selling scrap from europe (like logan) electrical,exhustpipe etc. r positioned for left-hand driven cars look it carefully baned at eu selling in india.
    but i favour new 16v,dohc,new engine advanced-best for city & highway. reasons:more mileage & ps+a.c+v.lowcost 2maintain+high torque...you canask any expert.

  80. on 29 Dec, 2008 at 08:22 PM Naga_Subramanya

    Dear Ravi,
    I have read some reviews where it is complained about UVA's gear box has problems, especially reverse, 4th and 5th gear, have you shared any such experience or your friends, pls comment

  81. on 29 Dec, 2008 at 08:23 PM Naga_Subramanya

    Dear Ravi,
    I have read some reviews where it is complained about UVA's gear box has problems, especially reverse, 4th and 5th gear, have you shared any such experience or your friends, pls comment

  82. on 11 Jan, 2009 at 01:53 PM L M Sayyad (Pune)

    GM dealers are assuring 15 to 16 Km/Ltr. but the users to whome I contacted said that milege is 8 to 10 km/ltr.I have decided to Purchase UVA,Pl let me know the fact.How is Ivory Gold colour?Whether it is avlbl or not. L M SAYYAD. PUNE

  83. on 12 Jan, 2009 at 11:48 AM Deepak

    To Mr. Naga and Sayyad,
    Initially GM had problems with the gearbox but now they are much better. both their small cars (spark and UVA) are providing excellent value for money to their owners. we find more swift on road because people in India are all in for marutis (now suzuki but they still call it maruti) for a good reason that it had built its image with 800.
    cont...

  84. on 12 Jan, 2009 at 11:52 AM Deepak

    cont...
    I personally own Spark for an year now and frequently drive U-VA (one of my friend's) and it would be really difficult for me to switch to any other brand for the driving experience they offer.(I had maruti and hyundai in past)
    Also, I was little dicy about the maintenance cost, but now i can easily say that these cars are really easy on pocket in long run. i am also planning for a U-VA in near future.
    Please let me know if I can be of any help further

  85. on 22 Jan, 2009 at 07:19 PM Ghghgh

    gjhjhhhgggggggggggggg
    huui

  86. on 26 Jan, 2009 at 10:18 PM See

    hi,
    i liked this comment...
    "u-va&spark!!!it sucks....gm cheating with old technology with just 8-valve(sohc) engine.even m800 has 16-valve latest technology." accorging to me GM/Chevy selling scrap from europe (like logan) electrical,exhustpipe etc. r positioned for left-hand driven cars look it carefully baned at eu selling in india.
    but i favour new 16v,dohc,new engine advanced-best for city & highway. reasons:more mileage & ps+a.c+v.lowcost 2maintain+high torque...you canask any expert.

  87. on 26 Jan, 2009 at 10:19 PM See

    hi,
    i liked this comment...
    "u-va&spark!!!it sucks....gm cheating with old technology with just 8-valve(sohc) engine.even m800 has 16-valve latest technology." accorging to me GM/Chevy selling scrap from europe (like logan) electrical,exhustpipe etc. r positioned for left-hand driven cars look it carefully baned at eu selling in india.
    but i favour new 16v,dohc,new engine advanced-best for city & highway. reasons:more mileage & ps+a.c+v.lowcost 2maintain+high torque...you canask any expert.

  88. on 02 Feb, 2009 at 03:58 PM P.Deb

    I have budget of Rs. 4 lakh, can I go for U-VA. What is exact mileage in city.Plze reply.

  89. on 02 Feb, 2009 at 05:27 PM Bidhushekhar

    It seems that Mr. Ravishankar has left answering to the queries posted by different persons. Let us continue discussion over the UVA. I recently had a test drive which was good except some problem in gear shifting. I also could not find the mileage it gave. But on and average it looked good. The space inside is great. Breaking is also good. As regards pickup, it is little less. GM people should clearly state the city mileage and other good things about U-VA.....

  90. on 10 Feb, 2009 at 10:29 AM Ravi Shanker

    DEAR Naga_Subramanya
    YES IT IS TRUE THAT UVA IS HAVING SOME REVERSE GEAR PROBLEM SOMETIMES

  91. on 20 Feb, 2009 at 06:10 PM Satyajit (Bangalore)

    Please tell me what is the repair and maintenance cost? Are the spares are easily available and are they costly compare to other same segment cars?

  92. on 23 Feb, 2009 at 09:13 AM Ravi Shanker

    FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE I HAVE NEVER VISITED THE GM WORKSHOP EXCEPT FOR THE REGULAR FREE SERVICE CHECKUP. FOR SERVICE WE HAVE TO BORN THE OIL, FILTER CHARGES I.E. RS. 787/-. THE SPARES ARE ONLY AWAILABLE IN GM WORKSHOPS AND THE COST OF SPARES IS SAME AS COMPARE TO OTHER SAME SEGMENT CARS.

  93. on 28 Mar, 2009 at 11:28 AM Cynthia (Chandigarh)

    Hi!
    Is their a problem with the reverse gear? Are there any chances of the company pulling out?-Mrs.C.Shear

  94. on 06 Apr, 2009 at 10:22 PM Shobhit (Mumbai)

    in my home i m havin cars such as alt,uva,swift,getz,accord,civic,pajero.
    bt i found uva most suitable for driving as it fits my level(am a student) it is a fabolus car no problem in gears and nything car is jst gr8. jst get it regular serviced and car will not make you fell neglected for buying this hatchback from chevrolet stable

  95. on 06 Apr, 2009 at 10:24 PM Shobhit (Mumbai)

    how do you people shift gears????????????
    dont you know the correct meathod of shifting gears.
    Uva dosent have ny problem in any of its gears

  96. on 26 Apr, 2009 at 09:47 AM Arindam Ganguly (Kolkata)

    KINDLY LET ME KNOW ABOUT THE MAINTENANCE COST OF UVA1.2,IS IT HIGHER THAN GETZ OR SWIFT, MILEAGE AVERAGE IN KOLKATA. MY WEEKLY RUN MAX @ 100KM. I WANT A SPACIOUS FAMILY CAR , NEXT PURCHASE NOT LESS THAN 6-7 YEARS. WHICH ONE WILL BE BEST VALUE FOR MONEY- SWIFT LXI/UVA1.2/GETZ 1.1GLE.PLEASE HELP. I AM GOINT TO PURCHASE WITHIN THIS WEEK.

  97. on 24 May, 2009 at 02:29 PM Jaswanth Rao

    I am from Bangalore. After evaluating various models in the market I zeroe in on the UVA. When I had almost made up my mind, I found on opening the bonnet, that both the whole of the two front wheels could be seen from inside the engine housing. There were no mudguards or any shield to prevent water or slush splashing on to the engine assembly. I apprehend that when one drives through in rainy season the water will splash on to the engine assembly. Can somebody throw some light on my apprehens

  98. on 19 Jun, 2009 at 04:02 PM Devkumar

    GM gone...........................
    buy-buy to bye-bye...
    go4maruti...

  99. on 29 Jul, 2009 at 03:56 PM Pradeep (New Delhi)

    Hi! i am pradeep from delhi, currently drive maruti 800 planning to shift to a midsize hatch. UVA struck me first but later on GM problems etc. keeping me doubtful. thinking of PUNTO also. I20 seems to be expensive. What is your views on PUNTO? pls advise...

  100. on 25 Aug, 2009 at 11:03 PM Anil77

    hi pradeep,

    punto a head of time for Indian market. If u like buy rite now, maybe you 'll get imported version of it. since, new-swift 'll take months to come with the features of punto may few extra like vgt/six-gear. if u want to wait then for jan2010.

  101. on 21 Sep, 2009 at 11:41 AM Vs

    Even highest selling cars companies are having problems in their cars, the main reason was people don't had any option other than one or two car makers.
    But now there are many good car companies here UVA is real value for money 4L on road .
    GM India sales increasing month after month.

  102. on 12 Oct, 2009 at 01:31 PM Ravigopal Kadottil (Pune)

    Dear all,
    We decided to go for aveo-uva in comparison to swift for the design and workmanship.We have our UVA from Talera Motors in March 2008.GM's goodwill prompted me to go for UVA compared to swift. My doubt regarding service got cleared after 1.5 years experience at pune as they were much co-operative. The vehicle is good for control in almost all traffic situations and I feel it a handy four wheeler.Locally I am getting 10.5 to 12.5 kM average locally.Reverse gear requires lubrication.RG

  103. on 31 Oct, 2009 at 04:49 PM Col

    Dear Mr. Shanker,
    I am planning to buy UVA. However, after having through some of the reviews on mouthshut I would like to verify about some of the facts.
    1) What about the reverse gear? Is it problematic?
    2) Do you see the reflection of the dashboard on your windscreen?
    3) Can you clearly see the speedometer while driving?
    4) What about an i10? Are thee two comparable and which one is a better one?

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