Pontiac G3 vs. Chevrolet Aveo
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Pontiac G3 and Chevrolet Aveo 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 Pontiac G3 and the Chevrolet Aveo.
When we compare the Pontiac G3's and the Chevrolet Aveo's specifications and ratings, the Pontiac G3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Pontiac G3 and Chevrolet Aveo have the same fuel efficiency base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Pontiac G3's and the Chevrolet Aveo's specifications and ratings, the Pontiac G3 is a better car than the Chevrolet Aveo.
Pricing: A used 2009 Pontiac G3 ranges from $2,069 to $7,421 while a used 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is priced between $2,799 to $7,735.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the Pontiac G3 and the Chevrolet Aveo makes 106 horsepower. Both the G3 and the Aveo are rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 408 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Pontiac G3 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more The Pontiac G3 and Chevrolet Aveo are comparable in regards to front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
14335
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
11460
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
4639
Price Range:
2069 - 7421
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
4
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
108028
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
4983
Price Range:
2799 - 7735
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
10
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
145858
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Pontiac G3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Aveo Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Pontiac G3
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Aveo
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.5499780757390569
Typical Category Recalls:
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Category Range for Recalls:
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.3402692916049737
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Pontiac G3 Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Aveo Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Pontiac G3 Trim Levels
Base
Chevrolet Aveo Trim Levels
Not yet available
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 / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
106 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
105 foot-lbs @ 3800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.042 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
106 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
105 foot-lbs @ 3800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.041 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 / 34 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 408 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):
27 / 34 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 408 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Keyless Entry:
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
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Keyless Entry:
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
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:
7.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.1 cubic feet
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:
7.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2546 lbs
Width:
66.1 inches
Height:
59.3 inches
Length:
155 inches
Wheelbase:
97.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
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
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:
14.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/60R14
Exterior Colors
Blue
Blue Green Metallic / Medium Blue Metallic / Orbit Blue Metallic
Gray
Carbon Black Metallic / Cosmic Silver Metallic / Urban Gray Metallic
Red
Bright Red / Deep Red Metallic
White
Polar White
Yellow
Summer Yellow
Black
Not available
Green
Not available
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Blue
Blue Moon / Bright Blue
Gray
Medium Gray
Red
Sport Red / Victory Red
White
Summit White
Yellow
Summer Yellow
Black
Black Granite Metallic
Green
Tahiti Green
Silver
Cosmic Silver
Interior Colors
Gray
Charcoal
Brown
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Charcoal
Brown
Neutral
