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Daewoo Nubira Hatchback (KLAJ) 1.6 i 16V (110 Hp)
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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 150 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.1 l/100km). Weighing only 1180 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.7 s). The top speed reaches 187 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 (110 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most balanced 1.6L option, offering a good blend of power and responsiveness.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel efficiency for its class, making it a more economical choice for mixed driving.
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:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Hatchback (KLAJ): 1997 - 2001).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Daewoo |
| Model: | Nubira |
| Generation: | Hatchback (KLAJ) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 i 16V (110 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2000 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 110 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 68.8 Hp/l [250mm more] |
| Torque: | 150 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| 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 layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 187 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.7 kg/Hp, 93.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.9 kg/Nm, 127.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1180 |
| Max. weight: | 1660 |
| Max load: | 480 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 404 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4500 mm mm [250mm more] |
| Width: | 1725 mm mm [25mm more] |
| Height: | 1445 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2600 mm mm [30mm more] |
| 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 | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 195/55 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 14 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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