Daewoo Kalos Sedan 1.4 i 16V (94 Hp) Automatic


Overall Rating

6.4 / 10
Safety 3.0 / 5
Engine 3.5 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 2.5 / 5
Comfort 2.8 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Daewoo Kalos:

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Sedan Overview:

Daewoo Kalos (Sedan). With 130 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.5 l/100km). Weighing only 1050 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.9 s). The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Safety Rating
Euro NCAP Year 2003
Adult Occupant 17 points (3 stars)
Stars 3
Expert Note:
The Daewoo Kalos received a modest 3-star rating for adult occupant protection in 2003, indicating acceptable but not class-leading safety performance compared to contemporary rivals.

1.4 i 16V (94 Hp) Automatic Verdict:

Rating 3 stars

Performance Verdict

Paired with an automatic transmission, this engine offers a smoother driving experience for city traffic, but at the cost of some performance compared to the manual.

Fuel Economy

Fuel consumption is notably higher than the manual version due to the automatic gearbox, impacting overall running costs.

Best Use Case: City

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Highly affordable purchase price and low running costs
  • • Practical and spacious interior for its class
  • • Simple, proven mechanicals for easier maintenance
  • • Good visibility for city driving
  • • Decent trunk space for a compact sedan

Cons:

  • • Unrefined engines, particularly at higher RPMs
  • • Basic interior quality and limited features
  • • Mediocre safety rating by modern standards
  • • Bland styling and uninspiring driving dynamics
  • • High fuel consumption in urban settings for some trims

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Kalos: 2002 - 2007).

General:
Brand:Daewoo
Model:Kalos
Generation:Sedan
Modification (Engine):1.4 i 16V (94 Hp) Automatic
Start of production:2003
End of production:2006
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:94 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:67.2 Hp/l [356mm more]
Torque:130 Nm @ 3400 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:F14D3 More details about the engine F14D3
Engine displacement:1399
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:6 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:77.9 mm mm
Piston Stroke:73.4 mm mm
Compression ratio:9.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:10.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:7.6 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:11.9 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:11.9 sec
Maximum speed:170 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:11.2 kg/Hp, 89.5 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:8.1 kg/Nm, 123.8 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:11.3 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1050
Max. weight:1535
Max load:485
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:725 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:320 l
Fuel tank capacity:45 l
Size:
Length:4236 mm mm [356mm more]
Width:1670 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:1495 mm mm [Same height.]
Wheelbase:2480 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1450 mm
Rear (Back) track:1450 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears4
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDrum [bad for performance and cooling.]
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size185/60 R14
Front suspensionSpring Strut
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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