Hello, I have questions for anyone about the clunkiness of my 2010 Aveo.

[klc1972]

Hi, I drive 2010 Aveo 5 LT 5 door. I love my little grey car. I used to drive a 1997 Subaru Outback, so the Aveo feels much different, and I know why. My car has 32,000 miles on it, I just put new tires on it in December.
The clunkiness seems to be coming from the tiniest of bumps on the city streets I drive on. I hear the clunking in what I think is the suspension, when the car goes over bumps. I have read about bushings needing replacing, shocks,etc. It sounds like nothing is absorbing the shock of bumps, and almost like the front end is coming down on metal/frame. Any, feedback is greatly appreciated.

Thank you,
Kris

[jnhalstead]

aveo has a floating suspension. it wasn't made to be quiet or be comfortable it was made to be cheap and affordable. With that said I clunk around too and consider it normal. Mine was clunking at 13k when I bought it 2 years ago

[thankful_ragamuffin]

Nothing in a front (or rear) suspension should clunk. Check the front sway bar links - I've replaced mine twice in 166,000 kms and they are starting to clunk again. Not expensive - and the ride and handling are quieter after install.

[petrified.rabbit]

end links, and or upper strut mounts are good things to check

[ROXTAR]

Mine does it too. When you slightly turn side to side it likes to do it a lot

[gone.r2]

My 2011 Aveo 5 LT also makes a groan noises from the suspension on low speeds. Like something needs grease or lube maybe. I havent paid too much attention for now since doesn't bother me. I do noticed this car's suspension doesn't absorb anything. I feel every little bump in the road. I can tell this is a cheap low cost suspension. But overall, i am happy with my car.