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The Chevrolet Kalos is a family car that is designed to be practical but doesn’t forget about the fun side of driving. Keen handling and dextrous road holding give the Kalos that extra edge around town and its good looks ensure it stands out in the crowd.

Chevrolet Kalos consumer reviews by year of make: 2003 2007 2008

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"'I have been told by the garage that my car needs a new clutch. Is this okay as my car is four years old?'" (Michael Barrow, 05/09/2011 10:50:14)
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Michael Barrow's question has been answered: "'Even if your car is one year old, it depends on the driver and the road on which you’re driving. Please also check the mileage and ask the deal..." (09/09/2011 09:33:18)
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Chevrolet Kalos consumer car reviews

Number of reviews: 6

Graham Lukes, Fife and Kinross Shires

Chevrolet Kalos 5 door hatchback 2008

I have had the car for 3 years now and it has just undergone the first MOT. I find the car economical to drive and comfortable with good heating and effective air conditioning. The road handling can be a little sloppy at times and the acceleration is not very good, but the car reaches motorway cruising speeds and holds the speed well, except on the steepest of inclines. Could not have got a better vehicle at the price.

Submitted: 04/03/2011 17:29:37 | ID: 7272

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Derek, Bedfordshire

Chevrolet Kalos sx auto 2007

Had’ Katie’ the Kalos for five months or so now. Our nickname sums up how both my wife and myself feel about her. A cosy, comfortable hatchback that represents remarkably good value for money. ’Katie’ is well put together, and everything works fine, just as it should. The heater is really efficient, as is the air conditioning. Although some of it looks, well, a bit utilitarian, it’s the overall driving experience we both like. Would we have another? We will certainly consider the Aveo as a replacement eventually, as long as the price remains competitive. We like it, for what it is reliable, comfortable, and well within our limited budget.

Submitted: 30/09/2008 08:52:07 | ID: 1952

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Ginny Martin, Hampshire

Chevrolet Kalos 1.2 2007

I had this car on hire; it had done 17,000 miles, so I suppose it’s not entirely fair to compare it with a new one, or even a carefully privately owned one, but ye Gods, the gearbox was atrocious! The travel on the clutch pedal (in 1st and 2nd, particularly) was so long before the bite that my foot was off the floor and my knee nearly up to my ear - quite exhausting on a long, varied drive. Once in 5th, though, on motorways, it managed fine till we reached any upward incline - then there was a bit of a struggle - but it is only a 1.2, after all. I liked the dash instruments, but the seats and other trim were a bit cheap. However, if you can bear the gearing, and just want a runabout, this would be OK. Not for me, though.

Submitted: 26/08/2008 10:02:28 | ID: 1813

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Antony Arnold, Carmarthenshire

Chevrolet Kalos 1.2 S

The Kalos is my company car and although it cruises well once a speed has been reached it struggles with acceleration. The ride is smooth and wind and road noise are minimal. Although this is now a Chevrolet car it must be kept in mind that it is still very much a Daewoo. I would not choose to buy or lease the Kalos when given the choise as it is rather uninspiring and far from luxurious. There are many better models in the marketplace.

Submitted: 29/10/2007 10:02:07 | ID: 428

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Stacy James, Worcestershire

Chevrolet Kalos 1.2 SE 5dr

This car is very cheap to run and insure and has a reasonable amount of space for me and my 2 sons, however, the handling leaves something to be desired at times and there is quite a bit of nasty plastic trim. It’s not a bad car, it’s just not that brilliant either. Average.

Submitted: 20/10/2007 09:36:13 | ID: 318

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Number of reviews: 6

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