Daewoo Lanos Hatchback
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Paid £4,250 with 11,000 miles on the clock from a dealer with 18 months left on the Daewoo warranty. It's now holding it's value, if in good condition in view of it's age and backing by GM.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    60,000 miles and front wheel bearings replaced costing £187. Apart from normal servicing, that's it. Fuel consumption is not brilliant.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Drives and handles well.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not sporty, but it can be hustled through the gears if needs be. Sits nicely at 80mph at 3,500 revs but lacks grunt.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never any problems. Boy racers don't drive Daewoos.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    It's a Daewoo. You either mind about a badge or you don't.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    For its day not bad, but looking Spartan in today's market.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Chipped key, immobilisers and who's going to nick a Daewoo.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Don't use the manufacturer for services. Use a reliable private garage.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Front wheel bearings at 60,000 miles.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes