If you haven't notice, I'm a HUGE Transformers fan.
When I saw Optimus Prime, i had to buy him - even thought it cost >RM250!

Today, Malaysian automotive news gave me a shock! Since the release of the Transformers movie, I've seen numerous cars on our roads with Autobot or Decepticon logos...

Now, you can actually OWN a well known Transformer for less than RM70,000!
His name is Swerve and he's an Autobot (good guys). The car that he disguises as is the Chevrolet Aveo Notchback (Sedan)!

You can now put a HUGE Autobot logo on your engine hood and Transformers fans will actually give their thumbs-up!

For those who look beyond the "Transformers" excitement (unlike me), I've got the following specs. about this new car from Paultan's Blog.

The new Chevrolet Aveo 1.4 liter notchback sedan’s 1.4 liter DOHC E-TEC II engine puts out 94bhp at 6,200rpm and 130Nm of torque which peaks at a low enough 3,400rpm. This is mated to a 4-speed auto transmission that uses a gate shifter. The low engine speed at which peak torque is achieved is likely thanks to the usage of a Variable Geometry Intake System, which varies intake manifold dimensions to suit engine speeds. To help reduce NVH, the engine rests on three hydraulic suspension bushes to reduce engine vibrations. 0 to 100km/h acceleration takes 11.9 seconds, while top speed is rated at 170km/h.

The car rides on MacPherson struts at the front, and the rear is a torsion beam setup that is typical on daily A to B runabout sedans these days. There are two models, the 1.4SE and the 1.4SX. Only the 1.4SX has a driver’s airbag, and there is no option for a passenger airbag. Other important features to note include power windows, central locking, electric side-view mirrors, and a 400 liter boot space. The brakes are discs at the front and drums are the rear, but there is no indication on Hicomobil’s site on whether these are anti-lock brakes, so I guess they are not.

The Chevrolet Aveo notchback sedan goes for RM69,888 for the 1.4SE model. I have no idea on the 1.4SX’s price at the moment, but I will update this later as I get news.