1999 Daewoo Leganza problems

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The Daewoo Leganza is an executive car (E-segment), sometimes classified as luxury large family car (D-segment), that was manufactured and marketed by the automobile manufacturer Daewoo. The Leganza was available as a front engine, front-wheel drive, four door, five passenger limousine in South Korea over a single generation for model years 1997-2002 and internally designated as the V100.

The Leganza replaced mid-size luxury car Daewoo Prince and was succeeded by the Daewoo Magnus (V200) using a new version of the Leganza's platform. The name Leganza was a portmanteau of the Italian words elegante (elegant) and forza (power).

Development

The Leganza (V100), along with Lanos (T100) and Nubira (J100) were central to Daewoo's effort to develop a proprietary range to replace vehicles previously licensed from GM.

Daewoo turned to global consultants and suppliers in developing the three new lines. Under design direction of ex-Porsche and ex BMW engineering chief Dr. Ulrich Bez, the Leganza was developed in just 30 months, using Daewoo's growing in-house R&D network in Korea, Worthing and Munich along with other global consultants. Transmissions were provided by ZF and engines were sourced from GM Australia.

The Leganza was styled by Giorgetto Giugiaro of Italdesign, using the themes developed for Giugiaro's 1990 Jaguar Kensington concept, which also heavily influenced the 1991 Toyota Aristo (sold as the first generation Lexus GS outside of Japan). Styling was also compared to the Maserati Coupé, another of Giugiaro's designs. Bodywork achieved a Cd of 0.32 Cd.

Development of the Leganza began at the end of 1993, after work began on the Lanos and the Nubira, delaying the Leganza introduction in some markets. After initial research of the Leganza leading to development of a mid-size executive car, further work on the V100 (prototype name) began. Styling took three months, the summer of 1994, aided by ItalDesign's offices in Kensington. Road tests began in May 1995, ended exactly a year later, and the Leganza was ready for production in February 1997.

1999 Daewoo Leganza

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Common 1999 Daewoo Leganza problems

The Daewoo Leganza, produced from 1999 to 2004, is known for several common problems that owners have reported. Here are some of the issues based on the search results:

  • Electrical Problems: Electrical issues are common in the first-generation Leganzas, with battery drain and charging problems being prevalent. Owners have reported malfunctioning sensors and warning lights, and electrical wiring problems can also cause issues in the Leganza's electrical system.
  • Ignition Switch Issues: Specifically, for the 1999 Leganza, issues with the ignition switch have been reported. This can lead to difficulty starting the car or the engine shutting off unexpectedly.
  • Fuel System, Suspension, and Brake Issues: For the first-generation Leganzas, there were also issues with the fuel system, suspension, and brakes. However, the second-generation Leganzas had improvements in these areas.
  • Engine Problems: For Leganzas equipped with the X20SED or X22SE engine, common issues include overheating, misfires, and oil leaks. Proper maintenance, including regular oil changes and coolant flushes, can help prevent these problems.
  • ABS Warning Light: The ABS warning light appearing on the dashboard is most likely caused by the ABS reluctor ring cracking, which can also damage the ABS sensor. This issue can be resolved by replacing the ABS reluctor ring and sensor if necessary.
  • Starting Problems: Most starting problems on the Leganza are caused by a faulty camshaft position sensor. If this part has failed, the engine management warning light will appear on the dashboard. This issue was subject to a recall, and the camshaft position sensor will need to be replaced to rectify the issue.
  • EGR Valve Blockage: The EGR valves are prone to getting blocked with a carbon build-up. If the EGR valve gets blocked, it can lead to hesitation and a lack of power when accelerating, poor engine idling, and surging. Cleaning out the EGR valve can fix the problem.
  • Rough Running: Rough running can sometimes be down to a dud cylinder head gasket or the head itself. It's hard to perfect the wheel alignment, and there were a couple of recalls for a cruise control fault and a sensor that overheated. Checking these were fixed is essential.
  • Mechanical Issues: The engine suffers from rough running, the automatic gearbox gives trouble, and the rest of the car will start to feel very second-hand. Electric gremlins are not unknown, and unless the Leganza in question is especially cheap, there are probably better alternatives.

In summary, the Daewoo Leganza has several common problems, including transmission issues, electrical problems, ignition switch issues, fuel system, suspension, and brake issues, engine problems, ABS warning light, starting problems, EGR valve blockage, rough running, and mechanical issues. Regular maintenance and proper care of the car's components can help prevent these problems, and repairs may include replacing the transmission control module, fixing any damaged wiring, replacing the battery, or fixing any leaks.

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What is the fuel consumption of the Daewoo Leganza car?

Daewoo Leganza 2.0 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range
Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined:26 MPG 9.2 L/100 km 31 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - Open road:33 MPG 7.1 L/100 km 40 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - City:18 MPG 13 L/100 km 22 MPG UK
Range :439 miles / 706 km

What size engine is in the Daewoo Leganza?

The Leganza was powered by Holden-sourced D-TEC DOHC 16V I4 engines (two displacements were made using the same block and bore, differing in stroke): 2.0 L (1998 cc) – 131 hp (98 kW; 133 PS) at 5,400 rpm, 185 N⋅m (136 lb⋅ft) at 4,600 rpm of torque – used in models sold in Europe.

Which car company manufactured the Leganza?

The Daewoo Leganza was a 4-door automobile produced by GM Daewoo. It offered a lot of space and equipment for not a lot of money. Only 1 generation was made over a 5 year run.

Why did Daewoo fail?

Daewoo Group ran into deep financial trouble in 1998 due to the 1997 Asian financial crisis, increasingly precarious relationships with the Korean government under President Kim Dae-jung, and its own poor financial management.

1999 Daewoo Leganza car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Daewoo Leganza problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

  • Engine and engine cooling problems
  • Electrical system problems
  • Hydraulic problems
  • Service brakes problems
  • Air bags problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 1999 Daewoo Leganza vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

Latest 25 complaints 1999 Daewoo Leganza

The NHTSA has received 124 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1999 Daewoo Leganza. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1999 Daewoo Leganza vehicles.

2012-07-20

ENGINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2001-07-15
  • Fire: 1
  • VIN: KLAVB6923XB
  • Components: ENGINE
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DAEWOO LEGANZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, GRAY COLORED SMOKE EMITTED FROM THE AIR CONDITIONER UNIT. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED DURING THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE MECHANIC WHERE THE MECHANIC CONFIRMED THAT THE CAM SHAFT SENSOR MELTED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MECHANIC ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE FAILURE WAS SIMILAR TO THAT LISTED IN THE RECALL UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER:04V357000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BUT DID NOT CONFIRM IF THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 20,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 125,575.
2006-07-14

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2006-05-25
  • VIN: KLAVB6922XB
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: 1999 DAEWOO LEGANZA, CONSUMER WOULD LIKE TO RECEIVE REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPAIR MADE PRIOR TO RECEIVING RECALL NOTICE. *KB THE VEHICLE WOULD CRANK BUT WOULD NOT START. THE DEALER REPLACED A BLOWN FUSE FOR THE PCM. ONCE THE FUSE WAS REPLACED THE TECH SAW SMOKE COMING FROM THE CAM SENSOR. THE TECH REPLACED THE CAM SENSOR AND REPAIRED DAMAGE TO THE WIRE HARNESS. *NM
2006-03-22

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1901-01-01
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • Summary: CONSUMER REQUESTING INFORMATION ON THE CRASHWORTHINESS STUDIES OF THE 1999 DAEWOO LEGANZA. *TS *NM***TRANSFERRED TO RULEMAKING***
2005-05-31

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2005-05-09
  • VIN: KLAVA6927XB
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,SEAT BELTS
  • Summary: 1999 DAEWOO LEGANZA STALLS AND THE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON.*MR WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE STALLED. TIMING BELT BROKE. THE SEAT BELTS DID NOT WORK PROPERLY. *NM
2005-04-25

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-09-18
  • VIN: KLAVA6924XB
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL 04V39000 CONCERNING CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND WAS INFORMED THEY WOULD NOT FIX THE VEHICLE. COMPONENT CODE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR. *AK *BF THE CONSUMER CALLED THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO AND THAT THE CONSUMER HAD TO FIX IT HIMSELF. THE CONSUMER HAD THE PART FIXED TA A LOCAL REPAIR FACILITY. *NM
2005-03-30

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-03-01
  • Fire: 1
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH ENGINE BLEW UP. THE CAUSE OF THIS PROBLEM WAS UNDETERMINED.*AK
2004-12-22

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-09-11
  • VIN: KLAVA6920XB
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
  • Summary: A RECALL (04V357000) WAS ISSUED FOR THE CAM SHAFT POSITION SENSOR. THE CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO FIND A AUTHORIZED DEALER TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. *JB THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON MOST OF THE TIME AND THE GAS GAUGE WAS NOT WORKING. *SC *JB
2004-12-14

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-09-18
  • VIN: KLAVA6926XB
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 04V357000 CONCERNING CAM SHAFT POSITION SENSOR, CONSUMER CANNOT FIND A DEALERSHIP NOR CONTACT THE NUMBER PROVIDED ON THE RECALL LETTER FOR DAEWOO CUSTOMER SERVICE. *AK
2004-12-14

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-11-07
  • VIN: KLAVA6920XB
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: PRIOR TO RECALLS 04V357000 AND 04V394000 CONSUMER HAD NO PROBLEMS WITH THE ENGINE, AND THE ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR RECALL REPAIRS. CURRENTLY, CONSUMER WAS HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE ENGINE. CONSUMER LATER FOUND THAT THE PARTS HAD NEVER BEEN CHANGED. *AK
2004-12-07

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-10-07
  • VIN: KLAVG6929XB
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: RECALL 04V357000 CONCERNING CAM SHAFT POSITION SENSOR. DEALER REFUSED TO HONOR THE RECALL BECAUSE THE SENSOR NUMBER DID NOT FALL UNDER THE RANGE NUMBERS, AND CONSUMER HAD A CONCERN THAT ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATING WHILE DRIVING. *AK
2004-11-16

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-05-24
  • VIN: KLAVA692XXB
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: THE CONSUMER PAID OUT OF POCKET FOR THE RECALL, SENT THE RECEIPT AND NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE. CAMSHAFT RECALL CAMPAIGN 04V357000. *JB *SC
2004-11-15

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-11-01
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR MAY MALFUNCTION, WHICH CAUSE THE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT TO COME ON. *BF THE CONSUMER REQUESTED REIMBURSEMENT. *SC
2004-11-09

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-08-23
  • VIN: KLAVA6929XB
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 04V357000 CONCERNING CAM SHAFT POSITION SENSOR. THE CONSUMER CANNOT FIND A DEALERSHIP NOR CONTACT THE NUMBER PROVIDED ON THE RECALL LETTER FOR DAEWOO CUSTOMER SERVICE. *AK THERE WAS A BURNING SMELL COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD AND SMOKE COULD SOMETIMES BE SEEN, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED, THE HORN STAYED ON AND WOULD NOT GO OFF, WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED IT WOULD IDLE HIGH THEN GO BACK DOWN, AND THE VEHICLE HAD RUN HOT. *SC
2004-11-09

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-10-01
  • VIN: KKLAVA69051
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 04V 357000 FOR THE CAM SHAFT POSITION SENSOR. DEALER WAS NOT IN OPERATION.*AK *TC
2004-11-08

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-10-22
  • VIN: KLAVA6925XB
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: RECALL 04V357000 CONCERNING CAM SHAFT POSITION SENSOR. DEALER WILL NOT HONOR THIS RECALL BECAUSE THE SENSOR LOT # DOES NOT MATCH UP.*AK
2004-11-05

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-11-02
  • VIN: 1KLAVB6924X
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: NHTSA RECALL 04V357000 CONCERNING CAM SHAFT POSITION SENSOR. CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE A DEALER TO HONOR THE RECALL. *AK
2004-11-03

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-10-02
  • VIN: 2B4GP4436VR
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: NHTSA RECALL 04V357000 ON THE CAM SHAFT POSITION SENSOR. NO PARTS AVAILABLE. *AK *SC
2004-11-03

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-09-09
  • VIN: KLAVA6929XB
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: 04 V 357 000/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR/MIL: CONSUMER HAS A CONCERN THAT THEIR VEHICLE "CHECK ENGINE LIGHT" IS ILLUMINATING WHILE DRIVING AND THERE ARE NO AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTERS IN THE AREA. *JB *SC
2004-11-03

EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-08-01
  • VIN: KLAVA6927XB
  • Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
  • Summary: THE HEADLIGHT BULB BLEW OUT. THIS OCCURRED BECAUSE THE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY OVERHEATED AND BROKE. THE ENTIRE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY HAD TO BE REPLACED INSTEAD OF JUST REPLACING A BULB. THE DEALERSHIP INDICATED THAT THIS WAS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THESE VEHICLES. *AK *SC
2004-11-03

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-10-01
  • VIN: KKLAVA69051
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 0V4357000 CONCERNING CAM SHAFT POSITION SENSOR. DEALER WAS NOT IN OPERATION.*AK *TC
2004-11-02

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-11-02
  • VIN: KLAVA6923XB
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE(0V4357000) REGARDING THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR. THERE WAS NO DEALER IN THE AREA TO PERFORM THE RECALL. *JB
2004-11-01

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,VISIBILITY,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-10-02
  • VIN: KLAVA6927XB
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,VISIBILITY,SEAT BELTS
  • Summary: NHTSA RECALL 04V357000 CONCERNING CAM SHAFT POSITION SENSOR. CONSUMER IS UNABLE TO LOCATE A DEALER TO HONOR THE RECALL.*AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLS OUT AT ANY TIME. THE REAR PASSENGER WINDOW DOES NOT WORK. THE ENGINE SOUNDS LIKE A DIESEL ENGINE. SEAT BELTS DO NOT RETRACT. *TC
2004-10-28

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-10-28
  • VIN: KKLAVA69051
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 02V257001 CONCERNING BRAKE HOSE. DEALER WAS NOT IN OPERATION.*AK
2004-10-28

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-10-28
  • VIN: KLAVA6921XB
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE 0V4357000 CONCERNING CAM SHAFT POSITION SENSOR. DEALER WAS NOT IN OPERATION. *AK
2004-10-26

SUSPENSION PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-10-14
  • Components: SUSPENSION
  • Summary: STEERING WHEEL MADE A KNOCKING NOISE WHEN DRIVING. DEALERSHIP INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE PROBLEM PERTAINED TO RUSTED STRUTS. THE PROBLEM WAS NOT RESOLVED.*AK

1999 Daewoo Leganza recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 1999 Daewoo Leganza.

2004-08-06
  • Manufacturer: DAEWOO MOTOR DE PUERTO RICO
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR MAY MELT RESULTING IN A BURNING SMELL AND VISIBLE SMOKE, WHICH MAY SUBSEQUENTLY LEAD TO THE MELTING OF THE CAMSHAFT COVER AND THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR WIRE HARNESS.
  • Consequence: THIS COULD POSSIBLY CAUSE AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
  • Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSORS AND INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL FUSE. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAEWOO PUERTO RICO AT 1-877-362-1234 OPTION 6.
2004-07-14
  • Manufacturer: DAEWOO MOTOR AMERICA
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR MAY MELT RESULTING IN A BURNING SMELL AND VISIBLE SMOKE, WHICH MAY SUBSEQUENTLY LEAD TO THE MELTING OF THE CAMSHAFT COVER AND THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR WIRE HARNESS.
  • Consequence: THIS COULD POSSIBLY CAUSE AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
  • Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSORS AND INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL FUSE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 7, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAEWOO AT 1-877-362-1234, OPTION 6, OR FIND A LOCAL DEALER THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT WWW.DAEWOOUS.COM.
2001-05-31
  • Manufacturer: DAEWOO MOTOR AMERICA
  • Components: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
  • Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." THESE VEHICLES EXCEED THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE HEAD INJURY CRITERION VALUE SPECIFIED IN THE STANDARD FOR PASSENGER-SIDE A-PILLAR TARGET LOCATION.
  • Consequence: CONSEQUENTLY, IN A CRASH, THE FRONT SEAT PASSENGER COULD SUFFER INCREASED HEAD INJURY FROM CONTACT WITH THE PASSENGER A PILLAR (FORWARD MOST ROOF SUPPORT).
  • Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL PADDING TO THE A PILLAR TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY IN A CRASH. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 8, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAEWOO AT 1-877-463-2396.

Negative 1999 Daewoo Leganza car reviews

  1. Kacey Farrell 2024-11-15

    I purchased my Leganza SX in August 2009 with the hope that it would be fuel-efficient like other Asian-built cars with 2-liter, 4-cylinder engines. However, I do a lot of driving, including short 30-minute highway drives multiple times a day, and I have found that the gas consumption is not what I expected. My friend, who owns an Infiniti I30t (6 cyl) and a Mustang LX 5.0 v8, gets better mileage than I do in my car. While the Leganza SX may not be a Honda, Nissan, or Toyota, it is still a reliable car. Although the handling can be a bit loose and sloppy, and the motor/steering can feel like it's laboring at higher speeds, it is still a good car for the price. As with any car, parts can be expensive, but overall, I would recommend the Leganza SX to anyone looking for a reliable car that won't break the bank.

  2. Horace Bartoletti 2024-10-14

    Hi there! I wanted to share my experience with my car that I bought brand new back in December 1999 from Madison Square Chrysler and Daewoo in Huntsville, Alabama. Overall, I've had decent service out of it. Unfortunately, I did have to pay out of pocket for two repairs that seem to be common issues with Daewoos: the fuel gauge stopped working (parts & labor cost me $140.00) and the brake light switch stopped working, which prevented the car from going into gear (parts & labor cost me $53.00). However, I do want to warn potential buyers about the resale value of Daewoos. I've had my car for just over 2 years and have tried to trade it in, but unfortunately, I've been told by car dealerships that Daewoos don't hold their value and that no one wants a used one. So, if you're considering buying a Daewoo, just be aware that you may have to take a loss if you decide to sell it later on. Thanks for reading!

  3. Clovis Kreiger 2024-09-20

    The car has experienced some issues, including catching fire and needing a second engine before reaching 30k miles. Additionally, there have been frequent problems with small parts and it may require a new transmission. However, I am confident in the extended warranty provided by Daewoo before they went out of business.

Positive 1999 Daewoo Leganza car reviews

  1. Barry Jacobs 2024-10-10

    I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to share that I've driven over 40,000 miles in this car and I still really enjoy it. It's been a fantastic car, especially considering the affordable price. I did have to replace the brakes at 32,000 miles and the rear wheel bearings at 36,000 miles, but thankfully it was all covered under warranty. The first 36,000 miles were a breeze, with all maintenance covered, including oil changes.

  2. Savion Greenholt 2024-08-11

    Hey there! I bought my CDX brand new for 10K and it's been going strong with 67K miles on it. Overall, I don't have too many complaints, although I do worry that repairs might start to get expensive from now on.

  3. Gavin Prohaska 2024-06-25

    I'm so glad I bought this vehicle! It offers luxurious accommodations at such an affordable price.

  4. Emerson D'Amore 2024-01-21

    I recently switched from a Ford Taurus to a Leganza. I was pleasantly surprised by how easy it is to drive, almost like a toy car, and the pickup and speed it offers. However, my only complaint is the lack of an armrest/support for my elbows. The console is too low to lean on while driving, and the seat seems to sit up too high, despite adjusting it multiple times. Overall, the car runs smoothly and I hope it continues to do so.

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