2010 Chevrolet Aveo

The Chevrolet Aveo sedan and Aveo 5 hatchback combine a fuel efficient engine, seating for five, ample cargo space and a host of optional features.

The front-wheel drive Aveo and Aveo 5 are available in three trims. The LS comes standard with power steering, body-colored mirrors, 14-inch wheels, front cloth bucket seats and an AM/FM radio. The 1LT trim adds carpeted front and rear floor mats, air conditioning and a CD player. The 2LT trim further adds 15-inch wheels, satellite radio, cruise control, and power mirrors, windows and door locks with remote keyless entry. All trims come standard with a 108-hp 1.6-liter engine mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. Safety features include front driver and passenger airbags with dual-stage deployment and seat-mounted side airbags for the front row occupants.

For 2010, the Aveo receives minor equipment changes.

Pop open one of its flyweight doors, and you'll find 50 cubic feet of interior space in front and 41 in the rear, despite its modest exterior dimensions. -- Car and Driver

For about $14,000 you'll get a 1.6-liter, 16-valve four-cylinder engine that will generate 105 horsepower - just enough to sneak right in against its Korean competition. -- Cars.com

The Aveo interior is better than you might expect for such a low-cost car. The seats offer a solid fit and are quite comfortable, with high-density foam under the LS's deluxe cloth in a tweedy pattern. -- New Car Test Drive