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Daewoo Tico KLY3 0.8 (48 Hp)
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Daewoo Tico:
The Daewoo Tico is a city car produced by the South Korean automaker Daewoo from 1991 to 2002.
The Daewoo Tico was based largely on the 1988 Suzuki Alto kei car. The car was equipped with a three-cylinder 796 cc S-TEC engine - a South Korean-made version of the Suzuki F8B engine - and came with either a five-speed manual transmission or three-speed automatic transmission. The Tico was exported to European markets and was highly popular mainly in Eastern Europe. It was also exported to Latin America where it was named Daewoo Fino for some markets. It was especially popular in Peru, where it was one of the most popular car models used for taxi services....(Read more on Wikipedia)
KLY3 Overview:
Daewoo Tico (KLY3). With 64 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.9 l/100km). Weighing only 640 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17 s). The top speed reaches 143 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Daewoo Tico (KLY3) was not tested by Euro NCAP. As an older, budget-oriented city car, it likely offers minimal passive safety features compared to modern vehicles.
0.8 (48 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Extremely modest performance, suitable only for urban driving at low speeds. Struggles significantly on highways or with multiple passengers.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for its era, especially in extra-urban conditions, but not outstanding by modern standards.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Extremely compact and easy to maneuver in urban environments
- • Very affordable purchase price and low running costs
- • Simple, straightforward mechanics for easy maintenance
- • Decent fuel economy for its time, especially outside the city
Cons:
- • Very poor safety features by modern standards
- • Lackluster performance, struggling on highways
- • Basic interior comfort and noisy cabin
- • Limited space for passengers and luggage
- • Outdated design and technology
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Daewoo |
| Model: | Tico |
| Generation: | KLY3 |
| Modification (Engine): | 0.8 (48 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1991 |
| End of production: | 2002 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 48 Hp @ 5000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 60.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 64 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 796 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 2.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 68.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 72 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 17 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 17 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 143 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.3 kg/Hp, 75 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10 kg/Nm, 100 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 16.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 640 |
| Max. weight: | 915 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1050 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 145 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 30 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3340 mm mm |
| Width: | 1400 mm mm |
| Height: | 1395 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2335 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1220 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1200 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 8.8 m |
| 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 | Drum |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 135 R12 |
| Wheel rims size | 4.5J x 12 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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