The Aveo LS is the base model and includes air conditioning; variable-speed wipers; 14-inch wheels; AM/FM stereo; height-adjustable driver's seat; rear-window defogger and 60/40 split fold-down rear seat.

The Aveo LT adds power windows and door locks; remote/keyless entry; AM/FM/compact disc player; power/heated outside mirrors; cruise control; 15-inch aluminum wheels and a 60/40 folding rear seat.

Options: anti-lock brakes ($400); four-speed automatic transmission ($850); sunroof ($725); cruise control and remote/keyless entry ($425); power windows ($295); AM/FM/compact disc ($325): fog lights ($110) and rear spoiler ($225).

Safety features include seat-mounted air bags for front seats and seat-belt pretensioners for the front seats. The latter take slack out of the belt in a crash.