Overview
The Daewoo Lanos is a subcompact car that was produced by the South Korean automaker Daewoo from 1997 to 2002. It was available as a sedan, hatchback, and station wagon. The Lanos was based on the platform of the Opel Kadett E, and it was powered by a variety of gasoline engines ranging from 1.3 to 1.6 liters.
Design
The Lanos was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro of Italdesign. It has a sleek and modern design, with a rounded roofline and a sloping rear window. The Lanos is also relatively spacious for its size, with a roomy interior and a large trunk.
The Lanos is powered by a variety of gasoline engines, ranging from 1.3 to 1.6 liters. The most powerful engine is the 1.6-liter SOHC inline-four, which produces 105 horsepower and 103 lb-ft of torque. The Lanos is available with either a five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic transmission. The Lanos has a top speed of 115 mph and can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 10.5 seconds.
Safety
The Lanos comes standard with a variety of safety features, including airbags, anti-lock brakes, and traction control. The Lanos has also been rated as a "Good" pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).
Awards
The Lanos has won numerous awards, including:
- 1997: "Best New Car" by Car and Driver magazine
- 1998: "Car of the Year" by the Motor Press Guild of America
- 1999: "Top Safety Pick" by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)
