2008 Chevrolet Aveo

$2,000

from

listings

$2K–$3K

price range

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Low$2,000

High$2,951

From$2,000

Avg Mileage125,000 mi

Fresh

Sourced from 2 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of Aug 2026

2008 Chevrolet Aveo Trims

All Trims Combined

From$2,000

$2K–$3K

2 listings125,000 avg miles

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Chevrolet Aveo Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 1 recalls and 163 complaints, the 2008 Chevrolet Aveo rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

Recalls

163

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

14V2610002014-19-05

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

General Motors is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Chevrolet Aveo vehicles equipped with daytime running lights (DRL). In the affected vehicles, there may be heat generated within the DRL module located in the center console in the instrument panel, which could melt the DRL module.

If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2008 Chevrolet Aveo's biggest weak point? AIR BAGS. It leads 163 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Air Bags45

02Exterior Lighting14

03Electrical System10

04Electrical System,exterior Lighting7

05Electrical System,air Bags7

163 total across 1 model years (2008–2008)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Chevrolet Aveo Fuel Economy

26–27mpg combined

23-24city

32-34hwy

$2,500-$2,600/yr

Fuel economy for the 2008 Chevrolet Aveo ranges from 26 to 27 MPG combined across 4 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim

Aveo - Manual 5-spd

27mpg

1.6L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

24 city34 hwy~$2,500/yr-1/10 Poor

Aveo 5 - Manual 5-spd

27mpg

1.6L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

24 city34 hwy~$2,500/yr-1/10 Poor

Aveo - Automatic 4-spd

26mpg

1.6L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

23 city32 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor

Aveo 5 - Automatic 4-spd

26mpg

1.6L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

23 city32 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2008 Chevrolet Aveo

16States

32%in top 3

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Washington DC (14%), but the remaining listings are spread across 15 other states nationwide.

DCWashington DC

314%

TXTexas

29%

MDMaryland

29%

FLFlorida

29%

COColorado

29%

DEDelaware

15%

MIMichigan

15%

MOMissouri

15%

ILIllinois

15%

VAVirginia

15%

NVNevada

15%

WAWashington

15%

OHOhio

15%

WYWyoming

15%

PAPennsylvania

15%

TNTennessee

15%

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2008.

2008 Chevrolet Aveo Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2008 Chevrolet Aveo a good car to buy?

The 2008 Chevrolet Aveo has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is air bags, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2008 Chevrolet Aveo?

NHTSA shows 1 recall campaign for the 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2008 Chevrolet Aveo?

Depending on configuration, the 2008 Chevrolet Aveo delivers 26–27 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2008 Chevrolet Aveo?

AIR BAGS is the number-one complaint area for the 2008 Chevrolet Aveo, based on 163 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.