1996 Daewoo Espero CDi review from UK and Ireland
"A lot of car for the money"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Minor electrical problems including boot release, off side rear window motor and a failed audible warning sender.
The gasket on the engine thermostat housing has need replacing on 3 occasions.
Rear nearside shock absorber spring replaced.
The most expensive failure however has been the air conditioning condenser which developed a very small leak after only 39,000 miles.
General comments?
It has been said before, but I still regard the Espero as a lot of car for the money, particularly the CDi and the CDXi versions.
The fundamental technology might be a bit old, but it is well proven and should prove reliable as the vehicle gets older.
The only fear I have as age sets in is that in the event of the electrics or mechanics on the sun roof whilst the roof is open there is no manual method of closing. The model I have is fitted with a removable plug on the inside of the car, but when removed does not access any manual closing mechanism.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 21000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 46000 miles |
| Previous car | MG Rover 400 SDi |
| Date of Entry | 18th May, 2002 |