Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  Cheaply built // HORRIBLE fuel economy ! - 1999 Daewoo Leganza
  By photolarry - May 15 - 8:47 pm

  Bought my Leganza SX in August 2009 hoping that this sub-compact would be easy on gas like a typical asian-built car ( 2 liter , 4 cylinder ). I do lots of driving (short 30 minute highway drives multiple times a day) and the gas consumption is HORRIBLE , my friend with a Infiniti I30t (6 cyl) and a Mustang LX 5.0 v8 gets better mileage than this car !!!! This is NO Honda/Nissan or Toyota !!! The car "feels" cheap , mass-produced and frail. Handling is loose and sloppy and the motor/steering feels like its laboring at higher speeds. All in all , like the old saying goes , "You get what you paid for" its no wonder these used cars are cheap to purchase ! Expensive parts ! STAY AWAY !

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  Stopping without reason - 2001 Daewoo Nubira
  By student - March 29 - 7:36 pm

  The car stops for no reason at unexpected times, even on the freeway. Why? Does anyone have a clue? I like the car, looks good, nice to drive, nice features. I bought it for a great price but its not dependable.

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  Still running strong - 2000 Daewoo Leganza
  By Ed - January 27 - 12:59 pm

  I bought this car new and was disappointed by not being told the brand was going belly up by the dealer. Other than that the car has 132,000 miles on it and still runs and drives great.No major problems and Ive never gotten bored with the car. I drive it 66 miles round trip to work and it has never left me stranded.Ill drive it as long as it goes. Love the heated mirrors a godsend in Michigan winters and the styling.The cup holders are to small for more than a can of pop.

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  Love it - 2001 Daewoo Nubira
  By The Nubira - January 25 - 5:14 pm

  Had car for 5 years. Engine and tranny have never given any problems 100,000 miles still going strong. Only complaints are the ac goes in and out (Just a short i am sure) and the control arm bushings need replaced anywhere from 30k-80k. Payed $350 for driver side bushing and alignment. Replaced the passenger bushing myself in a weekend for $35. Part shipped fast from Daewoo. Easy fix for the do it yourselfer. The way the suspension is designed there is great stress on the bushings. They need replaced just like tires. But because of that design this car handles and rides very very nice. I am still amazed how nice it is when i drive it. Love the Daewoo!

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  Love LOVE LOVE my car - 2002 Daewoo Leganza
  By Morgan Loves her woo - January 12 - 9:25 pm

  I got lucky and got my car in 2006 for 4,000. NOTHING was maintained on it and I only JUST have had to start doing the typical, tie rod replacements break pads and so on and so fourth. Of course I would love to own a brand new car but my car is still amazing. Anyone who says Daewoos are horrible cars that will leave you on the side of the road are WRONG! My boyfriend has a scion and I laugh when I watch how many times he fills up in a week going the same distance as I do, actually less my job requires me to travel alot and I never have to worry about it failing! I hope you reconsider and choose it dont listen to the other people who say they hate it they just didnt appreciate it

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  My Review Of the Deawoo Lanos - 1999 Daewoo Lanos
  By thedeawoo - January 5 - 9:55 pm

  I have had it for two years. No major repairs. Only one minor repair. But the minor one of a hose. My mechanic said it was hard to get a hose He said luckily this was a minor repair but what happen if it becomes major. He said for this car parts are going to get hard and hard to find. This is the only reason why i am even considering selling it. It is such a reliably car only if you take care of routine maintenance, even then it cuts you a little slack. This is the best car and the least expensive car i have ever purchased, EVER. Dont worry about breaking down i can get in and go just about anywhere. Can park just about anywhere

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  the woowoo - 2000 Daewoo Nubira
  By jon daewoo - December 30 - 8:53 am

  I got this used as a graduation car after driving it while in school. Ive had very few problems with it beyond normal wear and tear. I consistently get outstanding mileage with it: I got over 40mpg coming back from TX to KS last winter. The "power" feature is nice for when you want a sportier feel/acceleration and for driving long, climbing stretches (lots of hills). Very comfortable to drive and handles great. The speaker system puts out impressive quality for being a smaller car. My only issue is an oil leak that is hard to fix because there are no dealers anymore.

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  Falling Apart - 2001 Daewoo Leganza
  By rienna - November 9 - 7:38 pm

  I still enjoy driving this car--peppy, if a little slow to accelerate--but in the past year its been in for major repairs (price wise) roughly every 6 weeks, and parts have to be ordered from GM and shipped from SOUTH KOREA. Problems started at roughly 80k, am at 93k now and they just keep getting bigger and harder to get parts for.

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  Very Few Problems After 7 Years - 2001 Daewoo Nubira
  By fahonsey - August 4 - 2:26 pm

  I bought my 2001 Daewoo brand new off the lot and I still have it. I bought it because of the low price. There were a few recalls Ive had fixed and Ive had a sensor fixed on my automatic transmission because it wouldnt come out of park. They do have a problem with a weak front end when hitting potholes (You know how U.S. Highways are) and the controller arms had to be replaced. The dealer has great mechanics and they tell me what to look for in certain parts that might go out like the timing chain after about 60,000 miles. Regular maintenance like the manual has in it has kept the engine running perfectly. Its been a real bargain for me.

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  Daewoo = Zero problems - 2000 Daewoo Lanos
  By Phil - August 2 - 3:47 pm

  I owned this car for 4 1/2 years without ever having a single problem. It had 30,000 miles on it when I bought it and I used synthetic oil the whole time which is a no-brainer for any car. Granted I only drove about 5000 miles a year, but the car was the picture of reliability. The new Subaru WRX actually looks like a Lanos. The style still looks good today and there is plenty of leg and head room. Did I get lucky and get a trouble free car? From what Ive read, I suppose that is possible. All I know is that I would buy another one in a heartbeat and would recommend it to anyone who wants an inexpensive, reliable car. The chassis was designed by Porsche...yes that Porsche.