Chevrolet Lacetti Hatchback (05-11) - Review

Review by David Ross on
Last Updated: 14 April 2009
The exotic sounding Lacetti looks fairly attractive - that's mainly due to the input of the famous styling house Italdesign. It's a budget-priced medium-sized hatchback that's main attraction is generous equipment levels and low prices. But it's dull to drive - albeit comfortable on the motorway - and lacks the refinement of similarly priced alternatives like the Kia Ceed. The engines aren't particularly good, either in terms of performance or economy, while the interior looks dated and feels cheap.
2.5 out of 5

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£9,795 - £14,215

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£1,082 - £5,859

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Decent budget hatchback, good equipment levels

Lack of image, no diesel option, bland and cheap feeling interior

The exotic sounding Lacetti looks fairly attractive - that's mainly due to the input of the famous styling house Italdesign. It's a budget-priced medium-sized hatchback that's main attraction is generous equipment levels and low prices. But it's dull to drive - albeit comfortable on the motorway - and lacks the refinement of similarly priced alternatives like the Kia Ceed. The engines aren't particularly good, either in terms of performance or economy, while the interior looks dated and feels cheap.

Driving & Performance

  • Performance

    2.5 out of 5

    "The entry-level engine in the Lacetti range is a 1.4-litre unit with 95bhp. It feels very sluggish..."

  • Handling

    2.5 out of 5

    "The ride quality in the Lacetti is a little harsh at slow speeds, but becomes more comfortable on..."

Comfort

  • Comfort

    3 out of 5

    "Interior space is generally good all round, although rear legroom is quite tight. There's decent..."

  • Practicality

    3 out of 5

    "Despite the Lacetti being similar in size to cars like the Ford Focus, the boot is actually quite..."

  • Equipment

    3.5 out of 5

    "The 1.4 engine only comes in base spec SE trim which includes power steering, ABS, dual front..."

  • Behind the wheel

    2 out of 5

    "The interior is comfortable but the layout is dull and the plastics feel cheap. The circular air..."

Costs

  • Running costs

    2.5 out of 5

    "The up front servicing deal helps to keep maintenance costs reasonable. If buying used, check..."

  • Green credentials

    2 out of 5

    "The Lacetti is not particularly efficient and even the greenest engine in the line-up - the..."

Safety & Reliability

  • Safety

    2.5 out of 5

    "Basic safety features are fitted to the Lacetti saloon, but electronic stability control is not..."

  • Reliability

    3 out of 5

    "The mechanicals are fairly robust and shouldn't give much cause for concern as long as the servicing..."

Buying & Selling

  • Buying new

    2.5 out of 5

    "Although it is keenly priced, there are plenty of alternatives at this money so aim for a decent..."

  • Buying used

    3 out of 5

    "The fixed price servicing deal is transferable to subsequent buyers, so if the car is less than..."

  • Selling

    2.5 out of 5

    "The Lacetti is not a well known car, but the hatchback is perhaps the most recognisable of the three..."

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