Daewoo Matiz

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Overall excellent value, but optional extra"s can be costly.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Very economical despite motorway life.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Three pot engine very lively, gearbox shifting could be better.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fun in the dry. Brakes poor - even with ABS.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems with the car - only Daewoo dealerships!

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    3 out of 5 3.0

    It"s a functional car that should save you money - who cares.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Front seats ok - rear seats don"t offer much lumbar support.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Alarm ok - optional extra though.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    This is my second Daewoo; aftersales service has rapidly deteriorated over the years. Non-service items take months to arrive and staff are ignorant and rude. Expect to pay for insurance for courtesy car.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Daewoo Service Centre forgot to tighten manifold shield after last service.

    Other

    Remote alarm /central locking transmiter broke.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No