Daewoo Nexia Hatchback (KLETN) 1.5 i 16V (90 Hp) Automatic

Daewoo Nexia:

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Hatchback (KLETN) Overview:

Daewoo Nexia (Hatchback (KLETN)). With 137 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1006 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.2 s). The top speed reaches 161 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.

People's Opinions:

Our robots surveyed the comments on Reddit to find out people's satisfaction with Daewoo Nexia. About 406 comments were scanned, 37 comments (9.11% of the total comments) were positive, compared to 23 negative comments (5.67% of the total comments). The remaining 346 comments were neutral (did not mention any praise or criticism) (%neutralPercentag%% of the total comments), and thus it received a rating of 1 stars out of 5.

Daewoo Nexia 1gen gray car

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

• Efficient fuel consumption: 6.5 L/100 km combined.
• Front-wheel drive offers efficiency and lower weight.
• Independent suspension (front: Wishbone, rear: Suspension with traction connecting levers) for comfort and handling.
• Ventilated front brakes improve stopping power under load.
• Rack-and-pinion steering for precise control.
• ABS improves braking safety.
• Generous trunk space: 720 L.
• Reasonable curb weight (1006 kg).

Cons:

• Underpowered ICE: only 90 hp.
• Low specific output ( 60.1 hp/L) suggests less efficient ICE tuning.
• Basic or outdated ICE technology.
• Sluggish ICE-only acceleration: 12.2 sec.
• Sluggish 0–100 km/h time: 12.2 sec.
• Weak weight-to-power: ≈ 89.3 hp/tonne.
• Low weight-to-torque: ≈ 137 Nm/tonne.
• Low payload capacity:497 kg.
• Older generation (ended production 1997 ); may lack latest tech.

Based on the pros and cons, the car is rated 2/5

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Specifications:

General:

  Brand: Daewoo
  Model: Nexia
  Generation: Hatchback (KLETN)
  Modification (Engine): 1.5 i 16V (90 Hp) Automatic
  Start of production: 1995
  End of production: 1997
  Powertrain Architecture: Internal Combustion engine
  Body type: Hatchback
  Seats: 5
  Doors: 3-5

Engine:

  Power: 90 Hp @ 4800 rpm.
  Power per litre: 60.1 Hp/l
  Torque: 137 Nm @ 3600 rpm.
  Engine Model/Code: A15MF
  Engine displacement: 1498
  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
  Coolant: 6.2 l
  Engine layout: Front, Transverse
  Cylinder Bore: 76.5 mm
  Piston Stroke: 81.5 mm

Performance:

  Fuel Type: Petrol (Gasoline)
  Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: 10.4 l/100 km
  Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: 5.7 l/100 km
  Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: 7.2 l/100 km
  Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: 12.2 sec
  Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: 12.2 sec
  Maximum speed: 161 km/h
  Weight-to-power ratio: 11.2 kg/Hp, 89.5 Hp/tonne
  Weight-to-torque ratio: 7.3 kg/Nm, 136.2 Nm/tonne
  Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: 11.6 sec

Space:

  Kerb Weight: 1006
  Max. weight: 1503
  Max load: 497
  Trunk (boot) space - maximum: 720 l
  Trunk (boot) space - minimum: 390 l
  Fuel tank capacity: 50 l

Size:

  Length: 4256 mm
  Width: 1662 mm
  Height: 1394 mm
  Wheelbase: 2520 mm
  Front track: 1400 mm
  Rear (Back) track: 1406 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
  Rear brakes: Drum
  Assisting systems: ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
  Steering type: Steering rack and pinion
  Power steering: Hydraulic Steering
  Tires size: 155/80 R13; 175/70 R13
  Wheel rims size: 5J x 13; 5.5J x 13
  Front suspension: Wishbone
  Rear suspension: Suspension with traction connecting levers