2002 Daewoo Nubira Review
Fuel Economy
23 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
Daewoo's new owner, General Motors, has no plans for the brand in the U.S. market -- as such, supplies to dealerships have been cut off. Although provisions will be made to honor owners' warranty claims, we'd urge you to steer clear of this situation and check out the Hyundai Elantra instead.
Pros
Spunky motor, low price.
Cons
Daewoo's impending death in U.S market, noisy motor, low-grade tires, cheap interior bits, ABS no longer available.
What's New for 2002
Daewoo trims the Nubira ranks for 2002 -- you can purchase either an SE sedan or a CDX wagon.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Not Necessarily Wise
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 4 |
| Comfort: | 6 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 6 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Daewoo Nubira SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I have had my Daewoo for about 2 years now and am at 57,000 miles. I have had 2 window regulators go bad (different windows), problems with the front axle, problems unlocking the doors in the winter, and a bad front cam-shaft sensor. These aren't major problems, but since parts aren't available, it is annoying waiting 3 weeks to get something fixed. It has me worried what will happen when something gets worse (can I go 3 weeks without a car if there is a serious problem?). If you want an inexpensive car, feel free to purchase one (trade-in value is awful and you get what you pay for in this case). Otherwise, I would spend a little extra and get something with more quality.
Favorite Features
The headlights are nice and bright, spacious car, fairly quick initial acceleration, and good visibility (if you remove the back headrests).
Suggested Improvements
Useless to suggest since they are no longer available here.
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GOODBYE WOO
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Daewoo Nubira SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I HAVE HAD THE WOO NOW FOR ABOUT A YEAR AND A HALF. IT IS A VERY PRETTY CAR. AND HANDLES WELL. ALTHOUGH, JUST ABOUT EVERY OTHER WEEK I HAD TIRE TROUBLE. IF IT WERE NOT FOR THE FACT THAT DAEWOO IS NO LONGER MAKING THE CAR AND THAT IT'S PARTS ARE SO HARD TO FIND, I MIGHT HAVE CONSIDERED KEEPING IT.
Favorite Features
NO REAL FAVORITE FEATURES ABOUT THE CAR. IT DOES HAVE A NICE DESIGN THAT CAN COMPETE WITH MOST LUXUARY CARS.
Suggested Improvements
THE WOO COULD USE A FEW IMPROVEMENTS. BETTER TIRES, BETTER BRAKING SYSTEM, AND JUST A TAD BIT MORE ENGINE POWER.
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worth the money...............
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Daewoo Nubira CDX 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
Review
i have almost 40,000 miles on my car with no problems to date. It's a fun car to drive and great on gas mileage with plenty of room. It has certainly been worth the money
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
$ - Very Good
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Daewoo Nubira CDX 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
Review
My Daewoo was a X-mass Gift and It would not have been on my list BUT It really should have!! I have had No problems with it. It has Great pick-up, looks Good, Very Good Air-Con, Excellent Sound System and Brakes well. Do you really need more?
Favorite Features
My Favorite Feature is the Size and confort! I've packed-up the Mate, the Dog and the Luggage, All of the Luggage fit in the trunk (5 Bags), the Dog had the back seat and we were quite confortable in the front (all the way to Seattle).
Suggested Improvements
Bring it BACK!!
Great Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Daewoo Nubira SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I have owned my Nubira since Nov of 2000, the car has been through a lot of work, at 50,000 and not a major problem yet (knock on wood) the car has been extremly reliable, nothing major. Yes it is hard to find parts but if it works great then why do u need parts ? This car can stay with your hondas it will beat your civics and neons, it provides great handling at high speeds and its k on the gas. I believe this car can hug turns at speeds over 90 mph and its always something that make people wonder why kind of car is that. Fun to drive and good power, not enough but good for a 4 cyl. eng.
Favorite Features
the Car has an unique shape, the headlights are very cool.
Suggested Improvements
Always more power, ABS standard, some luxury items such as leather seats and a moon roof besides that I got everything I need. Longer arm rest .
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