What year did they stop making Chevy Aveo?
The Chevrolet Aveo was discontinued after the 2011 model year, with the Chevrolet Sonic succeeding it starting with the 2012 model year. This move marked the end of the Aveo nameplate in its most prominent markets.
Overview of the Aveo's discontinuation
The following timeline highlights the key dates surrounding the Aveo’s end and its replacement in Chevrolet’s lineup.
- Last model year in North America: 2011
- Replacement introduced: Chevrolet Sonic for the 2012 model year
- Global production timelines varied by market, with many regions adopting Sonic-based small cars around the early 2010s
In short, for consumers in the United States and Canada, the Aveo effectively ended with the 2011 model year, and the Sonic took its place in 2012. Other regions followed different timelines as GM reorganized its small-car offerings.
Context and regional variations
GM’s global small-car strategy shifted as the company consolidated into newer platforms and updated design language. While the Aveo nameplate was retired in North America after 2011, some markets around the world moved to Sonic-based models or other Chevrolet subcompact offerings in the ensuing years, reflecting regional product planning rather than a single global end date.
Summary
The Chevrolet Aveo ceased production after the 2011 model year in the United States and Canada, with the Sonic succeeding it for the 2012 model year. Globally, the transition varied by market, but the Aveo name largely disappeared from Chevrolet’s lineup by the early 2010s.
