Daewoo Nexia Saloon
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Almost excellent (air con plus electrics except mirrors.)

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Service and running costs are good. Auto slightly heavy on petrol in town (average 23-29mpg). Good on non-urban runs (between 35-45mpg).

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good enough - auto gearbox makes it fairly smooth and quiet.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good. Cruises well between 70-85mph. Very good boot space and handy ski carrier facility via rear seat arm rest system.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Has never broken down and has driven to/from France and Spain 4 times to date.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Better than an Orion / Escort. Saloon is definitely better than Nexia hatchback. Surprisingly, most passengers have been impressed by styling and interior comfort.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Excellent. Who gives 4 electric windows, ABS, air con, airbag, adjustable / power steering, remote central locking/alarm, auto g-box, aux lights, height adjustable seat and quality stereo at this price?

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Adequate, but I garage my car and don't expect it to be target for serious car thieves.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Adequate. They dealt with a recall for the rear suspension efficiently.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None (Cam belt and pre-tensioner were renewed at 44k miles - 4k later than maker's spec, but no problem).

    Other

    Air con failed after about 4 years from new, but may have been due to previous neglect.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes