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Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 1997, 1998, 1999

DAEWOO Nubira Hatchback 1997-1999 2 Photos
DAEWOO Nubira Hatchback (1997-1999)DAEWOO Nubira Hatchback (1997-1999)

The Nubira was introduced in 1997 as a replacement for the older, Opel based-platform of the Daewoo Nexia/Cielo, and the Italian I.DE.A designed it. Institute.

While the rest of the range was closer to the mid-size segment, the 5-door hatchback aimed clearly into the compact-segment. It was, probably, one of the biggest challenges for the Korean carmaker to make its way into the European market. Unfortunately, Daewoo's financial situation didn't become better, and, eventually, it filed for bankruptcy and ended up being bought by General Motors.

Nubira featured a biodesign-inspired styling from the outside, with not a single straight line on its bodywork. Its headlights were horizontally mounted but with rounded edges. Its sideline was identical to the sedan version up until the C-pillar, including the doors. It was an economic decision that made the car looks like it was missing a trunk.

Daewoo offered the car in 6 different trim levels: SE, EuroSunHatch, SX, SE, X-Series, and CDX. The SE's standard features included a radio and cassette player with a 4-speaker sound system, A/C, and central locking. While the SX was not equipped with A/C, it had a 6-speaker sound system, CD player, and powered windows.

The CDX trim level added alloy wheels, and the interior trim was upgraded. The Nubira EuroSunHatch featured a folding sunroof that extended to the rear passenger seats. Safety-wise, the only available systems were the front airbags and ABS. Overall, the car offered fair options for its price.

DAEWOO Nubira Hatchback 1997, 1998, 1999
  2 gasoline engines
  • 1.6
  • 2.0

DAEWOO Nubira Hatchback
1.6

ENGINE SPECS - 1.6
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1598 cm3
Power:78 KW @ 5800 RPM
106 HP @ 5800 RPM
105 BHP @ 5800 RPM
Torque:107 lb-ft @ 3800 RPM
145 Nm @ 3800 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:114.9 mph (185 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):11 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:Manual, 5 Speed
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:185/65HR14
DIMENSIONS
Length:167.3 in (4249 mm)
Width:66.9 in (1699 mm)
Height:55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track:57.4/57 in (1,458/1,448 mm)
Wheelbase:101.1 in (2568 mm)
Ground Clearance:6.3 in (160 mm)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2522 lbs (1144 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3791.9 lbs (1720 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:19.2 mpg US (12.3 L/100Km)
Highway:34.5 mpg US (6.8 L/100Km)
Combined:26.7 mpg US (8.8 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:210 g/km

DAEWOO Nubira Hatchback
2.0

ENGINE SPECS - 2.0
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1998 cm3
Power:98 KW @ 5400 RPM
133 HP @ 5400 RPM
131 BHP @ 5400 RPM
Torque:136 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM
184 Nm @ 4400 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:121.1 mph (195 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):9 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:Manual, 5 Speed
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:185/65HR14
DIMENSIONS
Length:167.3 in (4249 mm)
Width:66.9 in (1699 mm)
Height:55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track:57.4/57 in (1,458/1,448 mm)
Wheelbase:101.1 in (2568 mm)
Ground Clearance:6.3 in (160 mm)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2546.3 lbs (1155 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3791.9 lbs (1720 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:17.4 mpg US (13.5 L/100Km)
Highway:32.6 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km)
Combined:24.7 mpg US (9.5 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:227 g/km
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