It's been a very good car, reliable
Head gasket blew at 230,000 kms.
Bush nuts always need doing, but I've got a bad road to travel on.
Bit of a bumpy ride.
Have had it for over ten years, and have only done the head gasket.
It has been a very reliable car.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 20th October, 2012
A brilliant cheapie!!!
After an amazing 300,000+ kilometers, the transmission does sometimes miss a gear.
Some computer difficulties at about 285,000 kilometers.
Although Daewoo has one of the worst reputations in the car industry, this expectation has been proven wrong by our surviving Nubira. After 305,000 kilometers in just 7 years this car is still going strong.
Rarely is any maintenance needed. No oil or water checks for this 'newer' car.
Quite quick for what it is, our 16V 2.0L does the 0-100Km in 10 seconds, faster than our Impreza RS! Has no trouble getting to 180km/hr. The sedan is quite lighter then the station wagon that we own, and I can only imagine it would be even faster.
Not super fuel efficient for a 2.0L, about 10L/100km. Still better than most cars out there. When it was first purchased we were getting 800km out of the tank.
Lots of space and storage makes this car amazingly useful and perfect for a family with drivers who want some fun too. However the inside really lets the car down with classic 'Korean' looks. Seats are a little hard.
Handling isn't all that amazing as you would expect, however I believe the sedan is much more impressive as speeding round a corner can lead to the heavy back end of our station wagon losing grip.
Overall this car has proved to be a brilliant purchase, and since buying it new we have only been pleasantly surprised by its quality.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 21st September, 2008
Great car
No mechanical issues whatsoever.
The car did come with cheap tires.
I love this car.
It is a nice quiet, reliable economic ride. I drive less than 8k miles a year since I work from home.
I have had no mechanical issues with this car whatsoever.
When driving on interstate, I get about 30 mpg.
I do maintain the car with regular oil changes, etc.
I'm not worried about the fact this car is not manufactured any longer since most GM parts fit this car and Hyundai has taken over the parts division. I discovered this when my car was hit and the door had to be replaced. Obtaining parts was no problem.
I am getting ready to replace the brakes. Just about any parts dealer has this.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 15th July, 2006
Big flimsy pile of trash I should never got
Let's see, control arms are gone.
Spark Plugs out.
Fuel Injectors clogged.
Other things I've not found out about yet.
The car is falling apart, I haven't been able to drive it in over three months, I can't find parts, OR anyone to fix it, because there are no more dealers in my area.
Uses entirely TOO much gas!
I wish I could sue them, the car is a complete rip off - I've spent more money on repairs, AND I'm STILL PAYING A NOTE!
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 7th October, 2005
Pandora's box!
I got the car for four hundred dollars at an auto auction because I had to sell my Jeep. It came with bad tires, bad brakes, and the check engine light was on. I don't know where I can get brake pads and rotors. My tail light blew and no one has a tail light that will fit it. I only hope I don't get pulled over before I can find another one to replace it. I took my car to a place to have the check engine light and they can't find anything wrong with it, but why would the light be on if there wasn't anything wrong?
I wish I had kept my Jeep and fixed it up. I would have been better off even though it had 256,000 miles at least I know Jeep isn't going anywhere. I wish I had known that they didn't even make Daewoos anymore before I bought this one. I'm just glad I don't have payments or anything like some of the other people have. I feel really bad for anyone who bought this car. I suggest everyone buy a Jeep they are the most reliable vehicles on the road. I would still own one if my dad hadn't talked me in to selling it. If I can get rid of this one that's what I will be back to buy.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 12th April, 2005
The ignorance of this reviewer does not make the Nubira a bad car. Anyone who was too stupid to see that the tires were worn and the check engine light was on, before they bought the car even for only $400, deserves whatever they get!
The reviewer does not care about fixing the car.
They have already decided they hate it and are now just looking for an excuse to get rid of it.
30th Jun 2009, 03:51
320000 kms, not one days trouble from our wagon. Yes there are more dynamic wagons out there, but at what price. A truly under rated car. Thanks Daewoo for ten years happy motoring.
As a matter of interest, have you looked at the suspension on these cars? You will only find such on much more expensive cars. Stiffen the rear and what a difference. Will get another to keep for replacement. Wife won't drive anything else. Space etc fantastic.
Neil Paterson, Port Elizabeth SA.