2005 Chevrolet Optra L review from Philippines
"The Optra is a heavy gas guzzler"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
None. It's too early to tell.
General comments?
The car feels heavy. The engine is powerful, but it is offset by the weight of the chassis. Climbing a 35 degree incline feels the same as when I had a 1.3L Honda City.
This car drinks gasoline like a fish. The fuel meter just drops and drops. It must be from the heavy chassis.
The air conditioning is weak. You have to switch the dial to 2 to get decent cooling. Forget comfort when driving at noon.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 5/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 12 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 900 kilometres |
| Previous car | Honda City |
| Date of Entry | 20th May, 2005 |