Engine1.3L SOHC
City Economy10 km/l
Ground Clearance125 mm
Airbags0
Daewoo Nexia Variants & Prices
| Variant | Price (PKR) | Engine | Transmission | Fuel Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nexia GL Sedan | Rs. 3 Lakh | 1.5 L SOHC | Manual | 12 | Details → |
| Nexia GLE Sedan | Rs. 6 Lakh | 1.5L SOHC | Manual | 11 | Details → |
Pros & Cons
✓ What's Good
- Superior Value: Offers a large, sedan-sized vehicle for the price of a budget hatchback.
- Spacious Interior: Features a roomy cabin and an expansive boot, making it highly practical for families.
- Nostalgic Appeal: Provides a classic, solid 90s aesthetic that many project-car enthusiasts appreciate.
- Comfortable Ride: The suspension is tuned to be soft and compliant, which is well-suited for rough road surfaces.
- Simple Engineering: The basic mechanical layout allows for easier DIY troubleshooting than modern, sensor-heavy cars.
✗ What's Not Good
- High Failure Rate: Prone to frequent mechanical and electrical breakdowns due to age.
- Scarcity of Parts: Finding original or quality replacement parts is increasingly difficult and time-consuming.
- Safety Deficit: Lacks modern safety essentials like airbags, ABS, and structural crumple zones.
- Reliability Tax: Requires constant, proactive maintenance, which makes it expensive to keep on the road daily.
- Poor Resale Value: Very limited market demand makes it difficult to sell or recoup your investment.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 1.3L SOHC |
| Displacement | 1297 cc |
| Horsepower | 72 hp |
| Torque | 108 Nm |
| Transmission | Manual |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Fuel Avg — City | 10 km/l |
| Fuel Avg — Highway | 13 km/l |
| Fuel Tank | 43 liters |
| Length | 4160 mm |
| Width | 1628 mm |
| Height | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2480 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 125 mm |
| Curb Weight | 940 kg |
| Seating | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Airbags | 0 |
| ABS | No |
Should You Buy the Daewoo Nexia?
🏙️ City Driving
🛣️ Highway
👨👩👧 Family Use
🏔️ Off-Road
🔧 Maintenance Cost
📈 Resale Value
🛒 Parts Availability
❄️ AC Performance
Est. Monthly Ownership Cost
Rs. 55,000
per month · fuel + maintenance + depreciation
Best Variant to Buy
Nexia GL Sedan
★ Recommended pick
Best For
- ✓Vintage hobbyists
- ✓project car enthusiasts
- ✓budget buyers looking for a platform to modify.
Avoid If
- !You need daily reliability
- !modern safety
- !or a stress-free commuter.
Known Issues to Watch For:
Frequent engine overheating, radiator leaks, brittle interior plastics, electrical wiring corrosion, premature suspension wear, oil consumption, faulty distributor, power window malfunctions, aging rubber hose fatigue.
Our Verdict
Should you buy the Daewoo Nexia?
Extremely dated but very affordable. Found mainly in rural Pakistan. Not recommended for new buyers.
Recommended Engine Oil
Oil Grade
20W-50
Capacity
3.5
Change Interval
3000
Recommended Brands
Any mineral oil
Old engine — conventional mineral oil with frequent changes.
Insurance Cost Estimate
Min Annual Premium
Rs. 2,000
Max Annual Premium
Rs. 5,000
Type
Comprehensive
Negligible value — third party only.
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