Lanos
Daewoo Lanos: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.
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Daewoo Lanos (T100)1997–2020
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | 1997–2002 (Daewoo) 1997–2020 (CKD and license-built models) |
| Body styles | 3 and 5-door hatchback 4-door sedan 2-door convertible (concept) 2-door panel van (since 2006) 2 and 4-door pickup truck (concept) |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Platform | GM T platform |
| Engines | Petrol engine 1299 cc MeMZ-301/307 I4 1349 cc E-TEC I4 1386 cc MeMZ-317 I4 1399 cc F14D4 DOHC 16V I4 1497 cc SQR477F I4 1498 cc E-TEC I4 1498 cc E-TEC DOHC 16V I4 1598 cc E-TEC DOHC 16V I4 |
| Transmissions | 5-speed Daewoo D16 manual 4-speed GM 4T40E automatic 4-speed ZF 4HP16 automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2,520 mm |
| Length | 4,074 mm (hatchback) 4,235 mm (sedan) 4,247 mm (panel van) |
| Width | 1,678 mm |
| Height | 1,432 mm 1,908 mm (panel van) |
| Class | Subcompact car (B/C) |
| Assembly | South Korea: Bupyeong Egypt: 6th of October City (GM Egypt: 2007–2020) Egypt: Cairo (Daewoo Motors Egypt, 1998–2012) Russia: Taganrog (Doninvest: 1998–2000) Ukraine: Zaporizhzhia (AvtoZAZ: 1998–2017) Poland: Warsaw (FSO: 1997–2008) Vietnam: Hanoi (VIDAMCO) |
| Designer | Giorgetto Giugiaro at italdesign |
Engines and transmissions
| Model years | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2003 | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2000–2003 | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2000–2002 | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2000–2002 | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Model years | Configuration | Combined | City | Highway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2003 | 1.6 L, 4 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 9.8–10.2 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 7.6–8.1 L/100 km |
| 2000–2003 | 1.6 L, 4 cyl · 5-speed manual · Front-wheel drive | 9.0–9.8 L/100 km | 10.2–11.8 L/100 km | 7.1–7.8 L/100 km |
| 2000–2002 | 1.5 L, 4 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 9.4 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 7.1 L/100 km |
| 2000–2002 | 1.5 L, 4 cyl · 5-speed manual · Front-wheel drive | 9.0 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 7.4 L/100 km |
Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.
Key specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| EPA size class | Compact car |
| Model years in EPA data | 2000–2003 |
| Powertrains | Petrol |
| Engine displacement | 1.5–1.6 L |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission types | Automatic, Manual |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Fuel | Petrol (regular) |
| Configurations listed | 14 |
| Luggage volume (EPA) | 340 L |
| Passenger volume (EPA) | 2,577 L |
Years and markets
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model years (US) | 2000–2003 |
| New registrations (EU) | 2000–2004 |
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
| Component | Complaints | Most reported model years |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and cooling | 244 | 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Airbags | 75 | 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Brakes | 30 | 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Electrical system | 10 | 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Transmission and drivetrain | 7 | 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Lights | 7 | 2000, 2001 |
| Visibility and wipers | 6 | 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Speed control and cruise | 5 | 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Steering | 5 | 2000, 2001 |
| Suspension | 5 | 2000, 2001 |
Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2000–2002: 369 complaints, 16 with a crash and 6 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.