Doninvest Kondor V100 2.0i 16V (133 Hp)


Overall Rating

6.6 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.5 / 5
Value 3.5 / 5
Performance 3.0 / 5
Comfort 3.5 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Doninvest Kondor:

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V100 Overview:

Doninvest Kondor (V100). With 185 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1325 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.2 s). The top speed reaches 206 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
Not rated
Euro NCAP Year N/A
Adult Occupant N/A
Stars N/A
Expert Note:
The Doninvest Kondor V100 was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. As a rebadged 90s design, its passive and active safety features would be considered basic by modern standards, likely offering limited protection compared to contemporary vehicles.

2.0i 16V (133 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

Offers respectable performance for a mid-size sedan of its era, with adequate acceleration for daily driving and highway cruising.

Fuel Economy

Urban fuel consumption is relatively high at 12.8 l/100 km, typical for a naturally aspirated 2.0L engine from the late 90s.

Best Use Case: Mixed driving, suitable for both city and highway with a manual gearbox.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Comfortable ride quality for its segment.
  • • Spacious interior and decent trunk capacity.
  • • Relatively powerful 2.0L engine for the era (manual).
  • • Affordable alternative to European imports.

Cons:

  • • Dated design and interior compared to Western rivals.
  • • High urban fuel consumption.
  • • Automatic transmission significantly impacts performance.
  • • Limited availability of parts and service outside specific markets.

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Doninvest
Model:Kondor
Generation:V100
Modification (Engine):2.0i 16V (133 Hp)
Start of production:1998
End of production:2002
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:133 Hp @ 5400 rpm.
Power per litre:66.6 Hp/l
Torque:185 Nm @ 4600 rpm.
Engine displacement:1998
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:86 mm mm
Piston Stroke:86 mm mm
Compression ratio:9.6:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:12.8 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:10.2 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:10.2 sec
Maximum speed:206 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:10 kg/Hp, 100.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:7.2 kg/Nm, 139.6 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:9.7 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1325
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:970 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:400 l
Fuel tank capacity:65 l
Size:
Length:4671 mm mm
Width:1779 mm mm
Height:1437 mm mm
Wheelbase:2670 mm mm
Front track:1515 mm
Rear (Back) track:1507 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 size205/60 R15
Front suspensionCoil spring
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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