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Chevrolet Lacetti Wagon 1.6 i 16V (109 Hp)
Overall Rating
Chevrolet Lacetti:
The Daewoo Lacetti is a compact car manufactured and marketed globally by GM Korea since 2002. The first-generation Lacetti was available as a four-door sedan and five-door station wagon, styled by Pininfarina—and five-door hatchback styled by Giorgetto Giugiaro. The sedan and wagon were marketed as the Daewoo Nubira in some European markets and as the Suzuki Forenza in North America. The hatchback, was introduced in 2004 and marketed as Daewoo Lacetti5 in South Korea, Suzuki Reno in the United States. After the 2004 model year, it was marketed as Chevrolet Nubira and Lacetti in Europe, as the Chevrolet Optra in Canada, Latin America, Africa, Middle East, India, Pakistan, Japan and Southeast Asia, and as the Holden Viva in Australia and New Zealand....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Wagon Overview:
Chevrolet Lacetti (Wagon). With 150 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.2 l/100km). Weighing only 1250 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.4 s). The top speed reaches 187 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Chevrolet Lacetti (tested as Daewoo Lacetti) achieved a 3-star Euro NCAP rating for adult occupant protection in 2004, which was considered average for its time, indicating reasonable but not class-leading safety performance.
1.6 i 16V (109 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.6L engine provides sufficient power for daily commuting and city driving. While adequate, it can feel a bit strained when fully loaded or during aggressive highway overtakes, making it less ideal for performance-oriented drivers.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 7.8 l/100 km, this engine offers slightly better economy than the 1.8L, making it a more economical choice for those prioritizing running costs over outright power.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious interior and large boot capacity for its class
- • Affordable purchase price and running costs
- • Comfortable ride quality, suitable for families
- • Simple, proven mechanicals lead to decent reliability
Cons:
- • Interior plastics can feel cheap and dated
- • Engines, while adequate, lack excitement or strong performance
- • Average Euro NCAP safety rating for its time
- • Resale value can be lower compared to rivals
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Lacetti |
| Generation: | Wagon |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 i 16V (109 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2004 |
| End of production: | 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 109 Hp @ 5800 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 68.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 150 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | L44, LXT |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.75 l |
| Coolant: | 7.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.5 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 187 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.5 kg/Hp, 87.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.3 kg/Nm, 120 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1250 |
| Max. weight: | 1765 |
| Max load: | 515 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1410 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 400 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4580 mm |
| Width: | 1725 mm |
| Height: | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2660 mm |
| Front track: | 1480 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1480 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 195/55 R15 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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