Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002
Daewoo decided to change the Nexia/Cielo lineup and introduced the Lanos on the European market in 1996 in a few body shapes, including a three-door hatchback.
The Korean carmaker was still building a vehicle based on the old, 1984 Opel Kadett. Yes, it was an affordable vehicle, the customers still loved the compact German car, but it was already too old. Moreover, it didn't have the proper engines. Daewoo approached Italdesign institute to make a new vehicle. If they couldn't afford to change the engines and the platform, at least they could try to make a better-looking vehicle.
The Lanos was introduced at the peak of the biodesign era, with round curves and surfaces. Giorgetto Giugiaro made its design, and the final details were shaped at Italdesign, in Italy. The three-door version was the most unsuccessful version, and the styling was one of the reasons why.
Inside, the carmaker installed comfortable seats and a curved dashboard, which resembled the one found in the first generation Mondeo. It was just a coincidence, of course. Lanos was an important evolution for the Korean brand, which tried to grow faster than its main home-competitor, Hyundai Motor Company. To increase the trunk space, the Lanos featured a folding seatback in one piece.
The platform was carried-over from the Nexia/Cielo but with different settings for the suspension. Porsche helped to develop the car. For the powerplant, Daewoo worked closely with several suppliers. Its engine range was good to fit in everyone's budget, but the car came too late on the market to save the parent company, which was sold to GM in 2001.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.3L 5MT FWD (75 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1349 cm3 |
Power: | 55 KW @ 5400 RPM 75 HP @ 5400 RPM 74 BHP @ 5400 RPM |
Torque: | 85 lb-ft @ 3400 RPM 115 Nm @ 3400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 103.2 mph (166 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 15 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 175/70 R 13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 160.4 in (4074 mm) |
Width: | 66.1 in (1679 mm) |
Height: | 56.4 in (1433 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 55.3/56.1 in (1,405/1,425 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 99.2 in (2520 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.9 in (175 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 31 cuFT (878 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2381.4 lbs (1080 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3517 lbs (1595 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 23.5 mpg US (10 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 42.8 mpg US (5.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 171 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L 5MT FWD (86 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1498 cm3 |
Power: | 63 KW @ 5400 RPM 86 HP @ 5400 RPM 84 BHP @ 5400 RPM |
Torque: | 96 lb-ft @ 3400 RPM 130 Nm @ 3400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 106.9 mph (172 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 175/70 R 13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 160.4 in (4074 mm) |
Width: | 66.1 in (1679 mm) |
Height: | 56.4 in (1433 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 55.3/56.1 in (1,405/1,425 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 99.2 in (2520 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.9 in (175 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 31 cuFT (878 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2394.6 lbs (1086 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3517 lbs (1595 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 22.2 mpg US (10.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 41.3 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 31.4 mpg US (7.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 178 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L 5MT FWD (107 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1598 cm3 |
Power: | 78 KW @ 6000 RPM 107 HP @ 6000 RPM 105 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 107 lb-ft @ 3400 RPM 145 Nm @ 3400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 111.9 mph (180 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 175/70 R 13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 160.4 in (4074 mm) |
Width: | 66.1 in (1679 mm) |
Height: | 56.4 in (1433 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 55.3/56.1 in (1,405/1,425 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 99.2 in (2520 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.9 in (175 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 31 cuFT (878 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2460.8 lbs (1116 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3517 lbs (1595 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 21.2 mpg US (11.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 29.8 mpg US (7.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 188 g/km |