Daewoo Espero
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent value.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Repairs a little pricey, but quite low fuel consumption for the size of the thing. Insurance cheap.

  • On the road

    Driving

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not bad, but certainly not exciting. Handling left a lot to be desired.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Quite weak for a 2-litre, but it was as happy loaded down the axels as it was empty and still managed to cruise on the motorways.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No serious problems so far.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Better than a Cavalier.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Air-con and CD, but seat a bit narrow.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    The thieves seemed to be able to leave it alone.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Daewoo strike me as well-meaning but chaotic.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Blew its head gasket after 50,000 miles. Pricey to fix.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No