Chevrolet Aveo vs. Ford Fiesta
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Aveo and Ford Fiesta contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Chevrolet Aveo and the Ford Fiesta.
When we compare the Chevrolet Aveo's and the Ford Fiesta's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Aveo has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Ford Fiesta has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Aveo's and the Ford Fiesta's specifications and ratings, the Ford Fiesta is a better car than the Chevrolet Aveo.
Pricing: A used 2011 Chevrolet Aveo ranges from $3,041 to $8,932 while a used 2011 Ford Fiesta is priced between $3,764 to $9,200.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chevrolet Aveo’s base engine makes 108 horsepower, and the Ford Fiesta base engine makes 119 horsepower. The Aveo is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 420 miles. The Fiesta is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 444 miles. This gives the Ford Fiesta the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Chevrolet Aveo. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Ford Fiesta has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room and cargo space. The Chevrolet Aveo has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: The Ford Fiesta has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$12,115
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
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Category Starting MSRP Range:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$15,500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)
$12,976
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$9,985 - $15,500
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$5,952
Price Range:
$3,041 - $8,932
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
18
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
111,869
# Good or Great Deals:
6
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$6,270
Price Range:
$3,764 - $9,200
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)
$6,701
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$5,956 - $9,252
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
85
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
129,005
# Good or Great Deals:
24
Chevrolet Aveo Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Fiesta Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Aveo
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Fiesta
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
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N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
2.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.4 - 18.7
Chevrolet Aveo Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Fiesta Rankings
Ranking
11 out of / 21Ranking
13 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 21Ranking
15 out of / 43Ranking
18 out of / 43Ranking
18 out of / 43Ranking
24 out of / 43Ranking
29 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chevrolet Aveo Trim Levels
Aveo5 LS, Aveo5 LT, LS, LT
Ford Fiesta Trim Levels
SE, SES, S, SEL
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
108 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
105 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.042 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
119 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
109 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 420 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 37 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 444 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
15 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49 inches
Cargo Space:
15.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2568 lbs
Width:
66.1 inches
Height:
59.3 inches
Length:
154.3 inches
Wheelbase:
97.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2537 lbs
Width:
77.8 inches
Height:
58 inches
Length:
160.1 inches
Wheelbase:
98 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/60R14
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/60R15
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Granite Metallic
Blue
Bimini Blue / Bright Blue
Brown
Copper Canyon
Gray
Medium Gray
Green
Wintergreen
Red
Sport Red / Victory Red
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Summit White
Yellow
Summer Yellow
Exterior Colors
Black
Tuxedo Black
Blue
Blue Flame Metallic
Brown
Not available
Gray
Monterey Gray Metallic
Green
Lime Squeeze Metallic
Red
Bright Magenta Metallic / Red Candy Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Silver
Ingot Silver Metallic
White
Oxford White
Yellow
Not available
Interior Colors
Brown
Neutral
Gray
Charcoal
Black
Not available
Interior Colors
Brown
Not available
Gray
Light Stone with Charcoal Black
Black
Charcoal Black / Charcoal Black with Blue Accent