Daewoo Nubira Hatchback (KLAJ) 1.6 i 16V (106 Hp)


Overall Rating

2 / 10
Safety 1.0 / 5
Engine N/A / 5
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Value N/A / 5
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Performance N/A / 5
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Comfort N/A / 5
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Daewoo Nubira:

Daewoo Nubira is a compact car which was produced by the South Korean automaker Daewoo from 1997 to 2002 as a 4-door sedan, 5-door hatchback and a 5-door station wagon.
The Daewoo Nubira was released in 1997 reflecting Daewoo's new found design and manufacturing process. Production took under 30 months by ex-Porsche and BMW engineering chief Dr. Ulrich Bez , with Daewoo's growing in-house R&D network in Korea, Worthing and Munich collaborating with the world's best engineering consultancies. Styling was done by I. DE. A Institute in Italy, and other companies involved in the development programme included Ricardo and GM Holden. Built in Kunsan, South Korea in a factory equipped with sophisticated laser-guided robots, it was developed as a replacement. People weren't entirely sure what was the replacement, but Daewoo said that not only did it replace the lower and medium specification of the Espero, but also those at the upper end line-up of the Nexia....(Read more on Wikipedia)

Hatchback (KLAJ) Overview:

Daewoo Nubira (Hatchback (KLAJ)). With 145 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1090 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11 s). The top speed reaches 185 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

1.6 i 16V (106 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 7 stars

Performance Verdict

Adequate for daily driving, but lacks spirited acceleration, especially when loaded.

Fuel Economy

High urban fuel consumption, but acceptable on longer journeys for its era.

Best Use Case: Mixed City/Suburban

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Affordable purchase price
  • • Spacious interior for its class
  • • Simple, proven engine designs
  • • Good trunk space and practicality

Cons:

  • • Dated styling and interior quality
  • • Below-average safety rating (Euro NCAP)
  • • Mediocre performance on some automatic trims
  • • Higher fuel consumption on older variants
  • • Questionable long-term reliability and parts availability

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Daewoo
Model:Nubira
Generation:Hatchback (KLAJ)
Modification (Engine):1.6 i 16V (106 Hp)
Start of production:1997
End of production:2001
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:106 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power per litre:66.3 Hp/l
Torque:145 Nm @ 3400 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:A16DMS
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
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:3.75 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:79 mm mm
Piston Stroke:81.5 mm mm
Compression ratio:9:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:12.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:6.8 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:11 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:11 sec
Maximum speed:185 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:10.3 kg/Hp, 97.2 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:7.5 kg/Nm, 133 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:10.5 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1090
Max. weight:1720
Max load:630
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:900 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:320 l
Fuel tank capacity:62 l
Size:
Length:4250 mm mm
Width:1700 mm mm
Height:1430 mm mm
Wheelbase:2570 mm mm
Front track:1464 mm
Rear (Back) track:1454 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDrum
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size185/65 R14
Wheel rims size14
Front suspensionCoil spring
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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