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Daewoo Nexia KLETN 1.5 i 16V (90 Hp)
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Daewoo Nexia:
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KLETN Overview:
Daewoo Nexia (KLETN). With 137 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1036 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 170 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 Nexia (KLETN) was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. As a vehicle from the mid-90s, its safety features were basic for its era, lacking modern active and passive safety systems.
1.5 i 16V (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most balanced engine, offering a good blend of power and responsiveness for both city and highway driving when paired with the manual gearbox.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for its power output, making it a practical and efficient choice for those seeking a bit more performance without sacrificing too much economy.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable purchase price and running costs
- • Simple and robust mechanics, easy to maintain
- • Good fuel economy on 1.5L manual variants
- • Spacious interior for its class
- • Practical and no-frills transportation
Cons:
- • Outdated safety features compared to contemporaries
- • Basic interior quality and design
- • Lack of modern amenities and technology
- • Unrefined ride quality and handling
- • Limited engine choices and performance
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Hatchback (KLETN): 1995 - 1997).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Daewoo |
| Model: | Nexia |
| Generation: | KLETN |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 i 16V (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 4800 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 60.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 137 Nm @ 3400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | A15MF [Same engine] More details about the engine 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 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.5 kg/Hp, 86.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.6 kg/Nm, 132.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1036 |
| Max. weight: | 1530 |
| Max load: | 494 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 530 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4482 mm mm [226mm more] |
| Width: | 1662 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1393 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2520 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| 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 | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 175/70 R13; 185/60 HR14 |
| Wheel rims size | 5J x 13; 5.5J x 14 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Suspension with traction connecting levers |
Fuel, speed, and comfort: How does the Daewoo Nexia rank in your book?