Chevrolet Reviews

User Verdict: "We’ll go with the Spark because we love its looks and the cabin seems very appealing. It’s all the car we need to travel in comfort in the city" - What Car

"Smooth engine and low road noise makes Spark the most refined small car. Nimble handling makes it ideal for the city" - What Car

"Spark is a competent city car, with the light steering, good driveability, and compact dimensions all in her favour" - Overdrive

"She is a stand - out car every which way you look at her, be it her crowd pulling looks, radical but thoughtfully done interiors, her performance or even her fuel efficiency" - Overdrive

"Very capable all-rounder with genuine small car appeal. It feels the safest on the highway, which is a big plus for those who travel regularly or out of town" - Autocar

"The Spark is far quieter on the move than the Matiz, thanks to better insulation" - Topgear

"The car does not feel slow or lethargic in the least, the gearbox is light to use and it cruises almost silently" - Autocar

"She looks attractive, both inside and out, has class leading performance and handles as if designed for twisties rather than everyday city commute" - Overdrive

"The Spark's performance is adequate for its target market; more important are its abilities in an urban environment" - TopGear

"A thoughtful interior with hooks for hanging stuff, bottle holders, coin and card holders, sunglass case, drawers under the front seats and so on" - TopGear

"With a four cylinder 1.0 litre engine, this sexy little baby is quite a good car to navigate through congested city roads" - Femina

"Chevrolet Spark is undoubtedly one of the better looking cars on the road. It's neatly structured and unlike the Wagon R and Fiat Palio, there are no jagged edges. It's compact and appears youthful" - Indian Express

"Chevrolet Beat’s funky looks and ultra-competitive price tag have clearly struck a chord with hatch buyers" - Autocar India

"Funky, aggressive, modern, in your face – whatever you call it, there’s no denying the Beat is the head-turner in the small car pie" - Overdrive"

The Beat is a brilliant package. It’s a great combination of style, interior packaging, efficiency and dynamics. It is difficult to find fault with this car because there are no glaring faults; stuff that you could take issue with. Most of all, it represents fantastic value-for-money" - Overdrive

"Overall Chevrolet Beat is a car to buy...It looks great, is a global design that will appeal to many young individuals looking for a car that reflects their personality and is rather in your face in a very good way" - Zig Wheels (Times of India publication)

"What GM India has here is a winner. The Beat excites at more levels than one and its good looks and unique style features are set to go a long way in winning over customer hearts." - The Economic Times

"The competition better be prepared to face the heat from the Beat."- Business Standard

"Chevrolet Beat rides with an authority one has come to expect in large sedans." - Business Standard

"Apart from its size, there is nothing hatch-like about this new hatchback from GM. Guess the roar we heard was indeed that of a growling beast." - The Times of India - Crest Edition

"The Beat impressed us with its looks, styling and handling. Its pricing makes it a must-consider car for anybody wishing to buy a small car." - Hindustan Times

"If there is a compact car that looks like it belongs to the 22nd century then, it’s this one. It’s not just the sweet deal that makes Beat hard to resist. It’s a breath of fresh air in the small car segment." - Auto Car

"With Chevrolet Beat, GMI has hit the hatchback sweet spot. The Chevrolet Beat aims to send Japanese and Korean hatchbacks scurrying for cover." - Overdrive

"We've all ooh-ed and aah-ed over the pics but it still doesn't prepare you for the Beat's styling. Where Indian hatchbacks are painted signboards, the Beat a big flashing neon sign that prefers primary colours and where possible fluorescence." - Overdrive

"The Beat wears a BOLD face. It has the large Chevy split grille and the front personality is clearly "love me or loathe me". It has character and the front & side profiles are quite radical for the segment. What you can’t deny is that this Beat has excellent frontal presence, with large rakish headlamps that extend nearly to the A pillar. The lack of a conventionally placed door handle is a style statement." - Team-bhp.com

"It’s a well-styled car and has the potential to give other hatchbacks in the segment a run for their money." - Carwale.com

"The Beat diesel, put simply, is an honest, capable and fun car that dangles a carrot that reads: small, cheap and diesel" - Top Gear

"The highway stint brought home the nature of the engine’s power delivery which clearly suggests a small, frugal diesel built to run in the city" - Overdrive

"It is easy to punt the Beat through traffic and equally easy to pilot it on the highway at speed" - Overdrive

"Driving alone below 3000 rpm, engine noise in the cabin is low and the torque available on demand is good, which means driving is fairly gearshift-free and easy on throttle foot with the all-new Chevrolet Beat" - Overdrive

"The electric power steering assistance is rather well tuned, offering low effort without stepping into the over-servoed zone where cars like Hyundai’s new Verna have been found" - Overdrive

"The steering is light, and the turning radius is small, making city-maneuvering hassle-free" - Hindustan Times

"The fuel economy of Beat diesel makes it a very city-friendly car and a start off price range of Rs. 4.2 lakhs makes it the cheapest diesel car" - Hindustan Times

“For the most part the Beat Diesel is a pleasant surprise, right from the first time you crank it. The engine settles down to a smooth idle and you can barely feel the vibe from the 3-cylinder motor. Noise is also well suppressed in the small hatch.” - Autocar

“The engine gets into its sweet spot as the fixed geometry turbo kicks in from the 1600rpm mark. The power band remains strong up to the 3000rpm mark, giving the Beat Diesel a useful mid-range.” - Autocar

“What is apparent is that the new gas-charged shock absorbers and the wider 165/65 R14 tyres have made the ride a lot more pliant. The Beat now rides over bumps and potholes without the sporty firmness that was felt on the petrol Beat. There’s a softer, more accommodating feel to the way it handles bad roads.” - Autocar

“Overall the Beat Diesel is a very interesting package and offers GM an exciting opportunity. Its engine offers the kind of drivability that makes short work of city traffic and rounds it off with good NVH levels.” - Autocar

“With style, comfort and performance, the Beat diesel should hurt competition.” - The Sunday Standard


“In fact, reducing noise and vibration was the biggest challenge, which slightly delayed the launch of the Beat diesel. But right from the first crank, you can tell that the hard work has paid off.” - The Hindu

"The large headlamps, edgy sheet metal and tall boy stance ensure that the Beat stands out in the crowd and even with the introduction of a number of new hatchbacks in the segment, the Beat still stands out for its inherent good looks." - Zigwheels

"Thanks to the tallboy stance, the Beat diesel also boasts of ample interior space, despite being a tad bit smaller in length than its prime competitor, namely the Ford Figo."- Zigwheels

"The body has been better screwed together and the gas-charged suspension has been tweaked to deliver good ride quality in both laden and unladen state without compromising on the handling qualities."- Zigwheels

"With higher torque at lower rpms, it will be a runaway hit on congested roads. Overtaking and zipping at stop and go traffic would be a treat when driving a Beat" - Car n Style

"Beat Diesel comes with features such as the featherlite electronic power steering (EPS), the technology that comes handy while parking and driving at slow speed. And the intelligent launch support system (ILSS) provides effortless ride on any gradient" - The Financial World

"Turn the key and the engine comes on- quietly! Yes, the Beat diesel is so silent at idle speeds that you cannot tell it from the petrol. The engineers at GMI have done remarkable job in keeping harshness and vibration at bay, even on a three-cylinder diesel" - Mail Today

"Sitting in the car is an airy experience, with seats that are more comfortable than competitors like the Ford fiesta; wide and well bolstered, easy to find a comfortable driving position even for tall drivers" - Autocar India

"Top notch fit and finish of the interiors especially with regard to the climatiser's control knobs, steering wheel and MP3-compatible system" - Autocar India

"Simple, uncluttered and a whole generation better than its competition in terms of quality of switchgear, overall layout, quality of materials and the look" - Business Standard

"Interiors are very well appointed with class leading fit and finish to the boot" - Overdrive

"Deserves a firm pat on the back for the kind of fit and finish the car exudes" - Overdrive

"FM/CD player is seamlessly integrated into the dash and looks classy" - Car India

Aveo has the best interiors in its class, beating both the Fiesta and the Honda City" - Car India

"The Aveo's interiors are superlative" - Car India

"Executed with characteristic class and finesse, the strong nose of the car is integrated well with the 'V' of the bonnet and the overall design language of the car" - Autocar India

"Aveo sedan certainly scores in this respect as styling is courtesy best in the business" - Autocar India

"It's prospective buyers across 120-odd countries would love its chiseled looks, jewel like tail lamps, prominent wheel arches and that almost aggressive Chevy bow-tie at the front." - Business Standard

"Seems to have been cut from one rock: from front to rear it all gels very well" - Overdrive

"Gorge on the fine looking notchback, which is both handsome and contemporary, any way you look at her" - Overdrive

"Aveo makes cars like the Accent, Esteem and the Baleno look positively ancient, and even the Fiesta's styling pales in comparison" - Car India

"Braking is one of the most impressive features of Aveo. It stops in a confidence-inspiring manner with pedal feel and bite being good." - Top Gear

"She is brilliant when it comes to straight line visibility" - Overdrive

"Aveo 1.6 comes with airbag and ABS, which I consider indispensable for all the cars" - Car India

"There is more than enough power on tap for everyday driving as compared to the Honda City 1.5 and the Fiesta 1.6, the Aveo 1.6 feels peppier in the mid range." - Autocar India

"Drivability is good as is refinement, with hydraulic engine mounts aiding along with extensive - in some places eight layers of - insulation, isolating the passenger compartment" - Top Gear

"The engines have a sense of urgency, which is to say they rev-up relatively quickly. A good thing if you like cars with sporty intent" - Overdrive

"While the smaller 1.4L version lacks the spoiler and alloys found on 1.6, it nevertheless looks just as fetching in the flesh" - Autocar India

"Aveo feels strong, solid and well built, and the driving dynamics are good." - Top Gear

"Aveo notchback - emanates viable charm at first sight" - Overdrive

"GM seems to have what it takes to take on the best" - Car India

"The U-VA is a handsome hatchback in the traditional sense of the term and looks quiet sporty from some angles-especially from the rear three quarter." - BS Motoring

"A well defined waistline, a roof that slopes down to the rear jewel-like tail lamp clusters set beautifully onto sheet metal are design highlights." - BS Motoring

"Decent ride quality on Indian terrain is going to be the strong area of the U-VA and handling the apes cars one size bigger will appeal to the enthusiasts drivers" - BS Motoring

"The U-VA's fuel economy is good for a car of its size and weight." - Autocar

"The U-VA’s superb stability and benign handling give the driver a lot of confidence." - Autocar

"The U-VA doesn’t feel skittish like the swift on poor surfaces and neither is it as soft as the Getz." - Autocar

"Size and space is what makes the U-VA stand out from its main rivals." - Autocar

"Big on space comfort and a good drive. A large hatch to reckon with." - Autocar

"The U-VA is pretty, not jaw-dropping dramatic but shy endearingly attractive." - Topgear

"Hey pretty baby. Fine proportions nice lines, subtle detailing, all touches of Giugiaro at his best." - Topgear

"Ride quality is very good, soaking up bumps and undulations well. Even more impressive is the gearshift." - Topgear

"The U-VA styling penned by Giugiaro design studio looks pleasant." - Car India

"The interiors department are quiet roomy and comfortable." - Car India

"The most powerful diesel sedan in its segment ahead of the 111 bhp Elantra CRDi and the 90 bhp Octavia 1.9 TDi" - BS Motoring

"The new Chevrolet Optra Magnum is an interesting buying proposition which makes a great sense in value terms and has a diesel engine that will take your breath away" - BS Motoring

"The Optra is endowed with ride quality of an order, hardly matched by any other car in its segment. Unrelenting monsoon potholes will not be a problem for this automobile. It simply glides over the crater which you won't dare to venture on with some other cars. Ride quality has been the USP of GM cars and so it is for the Optra Magnum" - Car India

"The Optra Magnum is not just a facelift exercise as many would wrongly assume. The exteriors, interiors and other cycle parts of the car have been given a thorough overhaul. The engine too is heavy and amazes everyone with its capabilities" - Car India

"The new, style and ergonomic make the Magnum a brilliant car to drive in and be driven in. The Magnum true to her lineage, rides beautifully over most surfaces" - Overdrive

"With a brilliant car like the Chevy Spark and the Optra Magnum, it seems that GM's goal to tap 10% of the market is not far" - Overdrive, July 2007

"The Optra has its strength in its ride quality which is paramount to its success" - Auto India

"The interiors of the Magnum are fabulous in its segment and that's a benchmark for other cars" - Auto India

"The Optra Magnum is a pleasure to drive and be driven in and definitely has what it takes to be a winner in its segment" - Auto India

"The diesel Optra goes head-on against the diesel Octavia which has so far ruled the market in its segment. The Optra comes out on top in performance, refinement and interior space" - Hormazd Sorabjee, Editor, Autocar India

"The Optra Magnum is great on the highway, decent in the city and spacious and well equipped too. Overall , it's a better package than the Octavia" - Autocar India

"The Optra Magnum is perhaps the only diesel under Rs 12 lakh that would get you a speeding ticket" - HT City

"The Magnum is endowed with a superb pickup from standstill in the city and excellent overtaking on the highway. The engine is a fine effort and the prominent highlight of this car" - Daily News Analysis, Mumbai

"A passenger's side airbag is standard along with the drivers on the LT model." - The Economic Times Auto

"The Octavia can't match the sheer performance of the Optra. Taken into account, Octavia's prohibitive higher spare prices and the cramped rear seat and the price which is almost Rs 2 lakhs higher, Magnum makes great sense" - New Indian Express

"The moment you step inside the car, the sound of "Sweet, this looks nice" from your mouth will fill the airy cabin. The perfectly ergonomic cabin has a lovely feel to it" - Carwale.com

"Ride quality has always been GM's forte and the latest Chevy is no different" - Carwale.com

"... this big MUV has most of what it takes to make a statement in a market crowded by contenders to the MUV crown." - ET Auto

"Shylock would have inevitably chosen the Tavera if he were to buy a big utilitarian vehicle today....here is the reasoning of shylock to buy the Tavera: its fuel economy and cost of ownership." - ET Auto

"The Tavera is a generation ahead of the Qualis and it shows in the more rounded shape, with the overall design being quite pleasing to the eye." - ET Auto

"The insides of the car also have well finished interiors and the dual air-con version is better, as the vents are intelligently placed for excellent cooling." - ET Auto

"The air-conditioning of the Tavera is top-notch and even a fully-loaded vehicle would see no complaints coming from anyone." - ET Auto

"Driving a Tavera is quite an easy job. The engine fires at a slight twist of the key, being a direct injection, you do not have to wait for the glow plugs to warm up fully." - ET Auto

"A big, burly and fuel-efficient diesel that's better looking than the Qualis." - BS Motoring

"Took a long time coming, but the Tavera is definitely a lesson in refinement, ride and handling and pricing to the Qualis and Scorpio." - BS Motoring

"Space management is good and there's plenty to be had in the middle row." - BS Motoring

"Recommended? Yep." - BS Motoring

"Best looking MUV in the country by far!" - Overdrive

"The outside rear view mirrors are excellent giving good coverage and confidence as well." - Overdrive

"The view from the cockpit is one of the best with good rear visibility as well." - Overdrive

"The power steering is designed for effortless driving even in highly congested city traffic conditions. Thanks to its feather touch responsiveness, maneuvering it through narrow lanes or negotiating crowded roads is as easy as a car. Tavera's suspension is specially designed to heighten the comfort of its plush interiors, while giving it the ruggedness of a SUV." - Motor India

"The pricing makes Tavera a very good value-for-money family vehicle. If the in-laws, children and the odd uncle and aunt decide to hop in for a ride, the Tavera can handle it effortlessly; certainly much better than a 'car'. For a largish joint family, it is not a bad option at all. Pit it against a Qualis and it wins in the image and looks department." - IT Travel Plus

"Space and practicality is what SUV owners expect, to carry the entire family and luggage. It's in this area that the Tavera shines." - Autocar India

"There are other nice details like a tachometer, electronic trip meter, a useful cubby hole above the dashboard and a side glass defroster which owners will appreciate." - Autocar India

"Make no mistake, the Tavera is an easy vehicle to pilot, maybe easier than some of the more established cars around, thanks to the tall driving position, excellent visibility and near perfect geometry." - Man's World

"Also unique is the three row air conditioning which feeds cool air to all three rows of seats. The Tavera's air con was the most effective." - AutoCar India

"The Tavera is by far the roomiest, with loads of legroom and generous width as well." - AutoCar India

"The kind of fuel efficiency that we got from the Tavera was quite amazing. Highway 20.1 kmpl, city 12.4 kmpl." - Overdrive

"The 4JA-1L direct injection unit has been designed by Isuzu and has been manufactured in many countries in Asia and has proven to be a tiredness worker, both unbreakable and economical to use." - Overdrive

"A tested Isuzu diesel power plant gives the Tavera exceptional dependability. The engine is incredibly fuel efficient and environment-friendly as well." - Overdrive

"It gets up to the 100 kmph mark in just under 23 seconds and has top speed of just over 140 kmph. What more could one ask for?" - Overdrive

"Drive the Tavera for a while and you soon realize how impressive its mid-range grunt is, as well as the fact that it pulls comfortably with six people aboard." - AutoCar India

"The well-appointed air con makes rear seat travel comfortable. There are separate air conditioning vents for two rows of rear seats. Tavera even with full load of seven to ten people, will make an ideal long-distance runner as it ensures safety, a comfortable ride and the security of being one unit." - Simplifly

"Within the first 100m, you realize that the ride and handling of Tavera is a cut above either the Scorpio or Qualis." - AutoCar India

"Central to Tavera's handling is the well weighted steering, which gives just the right amount of feel as speed builds up. Body roll is astonishingly well contained, and the Tavera corners in a reassuringly flat manner, the relatively low center of gravity playing a major role here. The brakes are effective..." - Autocar India

"The Chevrolet Cruze AT is an impressive car. The automatic transmission combined with the powerful diesel motor makes it one of the best automatic D-segment cars" - Overdrive

"Cruze Automatic works well as a diesel luxury car with its attractive looks, strong performance, great-looking interiors and high levels of comfort" - Autocar India

"The stance is powerful, dynamic and aggressive placing the Cruze a cut above the competition" - Overdrive

"Within the first 10 seconds of laying eyes on the Cruze, we knew this is a car with a lot of promise. It’s a car that you want to own rather than need to have. The sharp styling, trendy interiors and excellent performance are going to appeal to many. The fact that it’s the quickest diesel this side of a BMW makes it phenomenal value for money." - Autocar India

"Cruze will be a force to reckon with in its segment. With a long equipment list that includes key-less entry and start and cruise control, features unheard of at this price, and stunning looks both inside and out, it’s a car that most would find difficult to ignore." - Auto Bild

"Travelling is not always fun in a big car. It’s hard to maneuver on narrow and bumpy Indian roads with unwanted and frequent interruptions hitting your way regularly. But it seems better if you cruise in a Cruze." - The Economic Times

"Just one look at the Cruze and you will be taken in by its good looks, taut stance and size. The large rakish headlights, wide grill and sculpted bumper give the car a menacingly handsome fascia. The smartness carries through the exteriors of the car. TO sum the exterior styling, Cruze is a combination of American Muscle Car and European Sedan with a dash of Japanese essence thrown in! What you get is a marriage of parts that work to give you a stunning car that would even look good in racing stripes." - The Times of India

"Chevrolet’s latest offering has sharp styling, stylish interiors and a power-packed equipment list – enough to take the fight to the competition." - Hindustan Times