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Daewoo Nubira III 1.8 i 16V (122 Hp) Automatic
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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)
III Overview:
Daewoo Nubira (III). With 165 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1210 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 184 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.
The Daewoo Nubira III (tested as Chevrolet Lacetti) achieved a 3-star rating for adult occupant protection, indicating an acceptable but not class-leading safety performance for its time.
1.8 i 16V (122 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
While still offering decent power, the automatic transmission dulls acceleration compared to the manual 1.8L.
Fuel Economy
This is the least fuel-efficient option, with significantly higher consumption, especially in urban settings.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable purchase price and running costs
- • Spacious interior and practical boot capacity
- • Simple, proven mechanicals for easier maintenance
- • Comfortable ride quality for daily commuting
Cons:
- • Uninspired exterior and interior design
- • Performance is generally adequate, not exciting
- • Automatic transmissions significantly impact fuel economy
- • Brand perception and resale value can be lower than rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Wagon II: 2002 - 2004).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Daewoo |
| Model: | Nubira |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 i 16V (122 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 122 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 67.8 Hp/l [50mm less] |
| Torque: | 165 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | T18SED More details about the engine T18SED |
| Engine displacement: | 1799 |
| 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: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 7.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81.6 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 184 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.9 kg/Hp, 100.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.3 kg/Nm, 136.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1210 |
| Max. weight: | 1695 |
| Max load: | 485 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 404 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4500 mm mm [50mm less] |
| 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 | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| 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 | 205/45 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5JX16 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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