Articles like that are all about exaggerated headlines and getting eyeballs. Not much more.

And on the topic of Aveo depreciation, you're right on, rabbit: the percentage amount they drop may be high, but they're so inexpensive to start with, the dollar amount is less, and that's what matters most to people.

Aveo comes up on other comparisons quite well, even considering depreciation. I've seen the Aveo on top of one list of "least expensive cars to own" that factor in all costs: depreciation, insurance, repairs, fuel. Can't find the link now, of course...