Faults:

The air conditioning system needs to be recharged. We had a late summer last year (2011), and did not need to use it until late August, and found it it no longer works. I have not bothered fixing it yet. I am hoping it will be a cheap fix or covered by the warranty, but I am sure it will not be.

General Comments:

This is a good car for what it is designed for; a city runabout. The hatchback design allows me to haul various items with ease.

I remember seeing a review of the car on Driving Television in 2009, and they told prospective purchasers to think carefully before buying a fully loaded model, and that maybe for a bit more money, getting a more basic model of the Pontiac Vibe. It was a valid point, and when I purchased my Wave, I did compare the two models. I decided I would rather have a smaller vehicle, that is easier to park, and fully loaded for a more pleasurable driving experience, than a basic, stripped down car.

Fuel economy is the only thing I am disappointed with. But, I guess coming from a Firefly (the 1.3L 4 cyl model) my expectations were a little high. I average around 350km per tank of gas, where on the Firefly it was around 500km per tank, same driving - stop and go city driving only. I know the Wave is a heavier vehicle with a slightly larger engine, but I was not expecting that much of a difference.

Faults:

I have had no problems.

General Comments:

For a small economy car, this car does very well.

The ride is not as good as a full size, but is adequate.

Seats are very comfortable, and fully adjustable.

Power is good and gas mileage very good.

Excellent traction on snow, even with the standard A/S.

Tires.

Faults:

Window chipped in first month.

Paint chipped off numerous parts of car resulting in much time spent at Dealers getting painted.

Door became unaligned, first month, and scratched paint off the car.

Rust on front passenger side fender of car in first month. Dealership stated GM uses rust colour primer, however upon contacting GM, this is not the case. This spot was painted.

Water leaking into the truck causing paint to bubble, first month.

Windows fog despite all settings. Cannot drive car at this point due to unsafe conditions for baby and I. Almost caused an accident when unable to see my blind spot from window. Police advise not to drive as I may get a ticket. I refuse to drive because I refuse to put my child and others at risk.

At times, transmission will not go into reverse or downshift from 4th to 3rd gear.

(Can contact me at brandy_perry@hotmail.com with any questions or concerns about this information.)

General Comments:

The car is roomy and comfortable, lots of leg room and trunk space. Great for traveling with stroller!

Gas mileage is excellent.

Design is sporty.

I like the feature that requires the driver to lock the door on the outside using the keys, and the lock on the gas tank.