Which is better to choose: VAZ-2112 or Daewoo Nexia

Each future owner approaches the choice of a car with full responsibility, comparing the characteristics of the cars in question and assessing the qualities that they possess. Most often, the purchase must fit within a given budget, and if it is very limited, it may be worth considering used cars that do not exceed the required price limit.

Among the frequently compared budget models are the South Korean Daewoo Nexia sedan and the domestic VAZ-2112 hatchback. Both B-segment models have already been discontinued, but due to their considerable popularity in Russia, they are present in abundance on the secondary market. Some dealerships are also currently offering stock from Nexia warehouses without mileage (usually 2015), and a more advanced new generation model is being produced under a different brand – Ravon. The domestic model VAZ 2112 was replaced by the Lada Priora, in which many of the shortcomings of the 10th family were eliminated.

Daewoo Nexia

The first cars appeared in 1986; the Korean plant stopped production of this model in 1996. Now they are produced in different countries by subsidiaries. In Russia, foreign cars have become widespread. Most car enthusiasts prefer this horse for its ease of maintenance during operation, as well as its low cost. The interior of the car looks attractive both externally and internally, the model is quite original.

Looking at the front of the Daewoo Nexia from the side, you can find a resemblance to the beak of a duck. At the front there are headlights in the form of elongated rectangles, between which there is a radiator grille, in the middle there is the company logo. The compact bumper has inserts for fog lights and sectional air intakes.

Cars can be equipped with engines with a power of 80 l/s . or 109 l/s ., the working volume of which is 1.5 liters. and 1.6 l. The units can consume AI-92 and AI-95 and show excellent performance.

Daewoo Nexia or VAZ 2110, 2112 costing up to 100 rubles.

VAZ or Daewoo Nexia Many people prefer to give money for a simpler-looking car, receiving in return a solid and high-quality assembly. The seats had smoothly adjustable backrests, a movable steering column, and height-adjustable belts - all these little things add significantly to comfort. Sea trials of the VAZ show its advantage; after all, it has more horses and newton meters. The Nexia has to change gears more often, where it asks for fourth, the VAZ calmly goes in fifth gear.

When comparing the engines that cars are equipped with, it follows that the VAZ or Daewoo Nexia has an advantage here that is clearly on the side of the Nexia. The thing is that, with the same volume, its volume is slightly more powerful and at the same time more economical. The difference in fuel consumption per kilometers driven is 1 liter.

Agree, at current gasoline prices this is a VAZ or Daewoo Nexia an argument in favor of the Daewoo. At the same time, both cars are approximately equal in speed indicators - the Nexia is faster, but not much. You should also take into account the fact that the Daewoo engine is based on the idea of German designers. The transformations affected the front part of the body, namely: Changes were made to improve aerodynamics.

Technical features of the models

The Daewoo Nexia sedan is a redesign of the Opel Cadet from the eighties; the model is based on a German platform with front-wheel drive and a transverse engine. Treating the body against corrosion using the phosphating method allows the car to easily survive 3-4 winters. Rigidity has been increased through the use of steel, while the weight of the car has also been reduced; the bumpers are made of durable plastic. The Nexia has independent MacPherson strut suspension at the front and a torsion beam at the rear.

Daewoo Nexia

The Russian 5-door hatchback VAZ-2112 (or LADA 112) with a front-wheel drive and front-engine layout, being the brainchild of the Volga Automobile Plant, was developed on the LADA 110 platform. The model retains the best qualities of the VAZ-2110, and also made some modifications, improving the driving characteristics that give car sports character. Due to the shortened body, the model has become more dynamic and maneuverable. Lada 112 is equipped with an independent MacPherson-type suspension at the front and a semi-independent torsion beam suspension at the rear.

Content

The VAZ-2114 was created on the basis of the “tenth” model. Accordingly, some of the problems characteristic of all cars of this family have migrated here. But, at the same time, this model turned out to be very successful. The engineers tried to eliminate many of the shortcomings.

The basis for the Daewoo Nexia was the Opel Kadet E

, which was produced in the mid-80s of the last century. Therefore, this car cannot be called perfect. Still, the model comes from the last century, and has a number of shortcomings. But the main thing that the car received was true German quality. Many components of the machine are an order of magnitude more reliable than the 2114 analogues.

Here the Korean of Uzbek origin definitely wins. With equal volumes, Daewoo power units are slightly more powerful, but this difference is almost invisible. But this model is more economical compared to the VAZ-2114. In all modes the difference is about 1 liter. If you count it over a year, then even with average mileage the savings will be noticeable. Sometimes the maximum permissible speed is compared. On Daewoo this figure is 163 kilometers per hour, on the VAZ-2114 it is only 157 km/h. But machines are rarely used in such extreme modes, so such a minor difference can not even be considered.

It is also worth noting the reliability of the power unit. Still, the engine base is from a German car, and even taking into account alterations and modifications, its quality turned out to be at the highest level. With proper care, problems with the engine practically do not arise, while on the VAZ-2114 a bulkhead may be required after 200,000 kilometers.

These elements are largely similar on both models. There is a longitudinal wishbone suspension at the rear and MacPherson strut at the front. That is, the technical characteristics are very similar. But, the domestic car has a more reliable chassis. The service life of consumables here is longer compared to Daewoo Nexia. Also, the higher ground clearance makes the “fourteenth” more passable, which allows you to drive even on broken roads without any problems. The VAZ-2114 is more stable when driving along a suburban highway at high speed.

Accordingly, if the quality of the suspension is important to you, and you plan to drive on bad roads, then it is better to give preference to a domestic car

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Interior and luggage compartment

The Nexia looks as dated on the inside as it does on the outside. The basic equipment is extremely simple, although in the top versions you can find knobs for climate control equipment, monochrome watches and some other signs of the high cost of that time.

But the finishing materials are frankly low quality. The plastic is oak, the upholstery materials are cheap. The build is well below average. Numerous gaps and cracks are normal for this machine. The front seats lack even a hint of lateral support, and adjustments are minimal. The rear sofa is designed for 2 people. There is minimal space in the legs. For the C-class, this is a frankly weak result.

Under the hood of Daewoo Nexia

The trunk of the Daewoo Nexia holds 530 liters. The back of the rear sofa cannot be lowered; there is no hatch for long items.

The VAZ-2110 failed to surpass its competitor internally. Outdated dashboard, surprisingly huge steering wheel. There is an analog clock, the panel is slightly turned towards the driver. After coming under Bogdan’s wing, the car began to look much fresher. Largely due to the fact that the steering wheel and dashboard migrated to the top ten from Kalina. Plus we revised the dashboard.

But the finishing materials are budget-friendly and the build quality is low. Numerous gaps are found everywhere. The front seats do not have a distinct shape. The rear seat turned out to be even better than that of Nexia. Easily accommodates 2 adult passengers. But the three of us will already be uncomfortable. There is a lack of space in the legs.

The trunk of the VAZ-2110 is designed for 450 liters.

Here you can put an equal sign. But the interior is frankly the weak point of the two cars. There is definitely no need to talk about the superiority of Nexia or the dozen.

Appearance

When considering which car to choose, Daewoo Nexia or VAZ 2112, they also pay attention to the exterior, which is not the least important among the qualities of the car. You shouldn’t expect unusual design solutions in implementing the appearance of budget cars; both models are made quite modestly, while the Daewoo Nexia looks more interesting. In the process of modernization, the car acquired individuality, and due to changes in appearance, aerodynamic performance also improved. In general, the sedan has calm features, straight lines and looks restrained, without unnecessary pathos in the form of additional exterior elements. The car looks stylish and modern; the head optics, large taillights, and fog lights built into the front bumper add expressiveness to the appearance.

VAZ 2112

The domestic car VAZ 2112 looks noticeably more modest. The design of the Lada has also undergone changes, but the exterior of the car cannot be called impressive, while many people like the model for the potential it provides for tuning. In addition to modifications of the hatchback body with 5 doors, in small series from 2002 to 2006, the car was also produced in a 3-door body version (VAZ-21123 “LADA 112 Coupe”). However, the prefix “coupe” to the name in this case is only a marketing ploy and emphasizes the sporty orientation of the car, and does not reflect a number of technical solutions used in the sale of the car, although the body of this model variation is stiffer, which allows the car to feel more confident on Russian roads.

Salon and trunk

The interior of both models also underwent changes during the transformation, but it was made without frills, as is customary in budget cars. The Nexia's interior is quite spacious, the assembly quality of the elements is at a decent level, and the dashboard with a small, easy-to-read display is convenient. The front anatomical seats are adjustable, providing the ability to adapt them to the size of the person sitting. The volume of the luggage compartment is 530 liters, and the possibility of increasing it by folding the rear row seats is present only in the new generation of the model.

Salon VAZ 2112

The interior of the domestic Lada 112 is also spacious, despite the small dimensions of the car, but there are also some disadvantages, for example, in the form of a lack of space for personal belongings. The level of equipment depends on the configuration; for an additional fee the car will be noticeably more comfortable. Since 2007, improvements have included a modernized dashboard (the so-called “Europanel”) and the presence of an on-board computer. The luggage compartment of the VAZ-2112 is smaller than that of the Nexia, its volume is 400 liters, and it can be expanded by folding the rear seats. The backrest is divided into two parts, folding separately, which is convenient when transporting goods.

Which is better VAZ or NEXIA? Comparison

A novice car enthusiast wants to buy his first car as soon as possible. But before buying, it is better to carefully familiarize yourself with the options that you can afford. As a rule, everyone starts with inexpensive cars, then the ideal option in this category would be VAZ, Nexia. But often beginners ask questions “what is better to buy a VAZ or Nexia?” You will find out the answer to the eternal question Nexia or VAZ by reading this article.

Comparison of VAZ and NEXIA

In one corner of the ring we will have a Daewoo Nexia, and in the other corner there will be an AvtoVAZ and the following models will take the rap for it: VAZ 2112 (two), VAZ 2114 (four), VAZ 2115 (fifteen) and VAZ 2110 (ten).

About VAZ - pros and cons

In our price category, almost all the popular fret models of past years are at once - from ten to fifteen. There are no significant differences between the models in equipment, only the appearance differs. Therefore, it makes no sense to compare the appearance of cars from Togliatti, just look at them:

Appearance of dozens of VAZ 2110

Appearance of two VAZ 2112

Appearance of the four VAZ 2114

Appearance of the tag VAZ 2115

Our cars look like the poor 90s, but despite the very outdated design, they are respected by the people. In almost every yard you can find one of these models, a particularly popular car among young people. The appearance is not repulsive, but the attitude towards the car is specific - everyone will know that you have little money.

There are exceptions to the rules; due to its popularity, tuning a VAZ is much easier. Shops with Chinese headlights or muffler tips are on every corner, as well as many popular movements such as loundsound and BPAN.

About Nexia - pros and cons

Nexia is not far behind in its popularity. In 2014, Daewoo cars were recognized as the best-selling cars in Russia. The first thing you need to know is that Nexia is a foreign car. Yes, no matter how you want it - the car was designed in Germany, finalized in South Korea, and produced in Uzbekistan. A big plus compared to other foreign cars is the price.

The new Nexia at one time did not cost much more than the new VAZ, so the choice is often obvious. For the same money we will get more reliable time-tested components and assemblies. Steering wheel, electric windows, air conditioning are practically standard. The appearance of the Daewoo is about the same time as our cars, but the restyling, at least from the front, looks advantageous.

Appearance of Nexia N100

Appearance of Nexia N150

Agree, the front end is not bad.

Comparison of VAZ and Nexia

Comparison of these cars needs to start with dry numbers, namely technical characteristics. Comparison table between VAZ and NEXIA:

Specifications

In terms of safety, both Nexia and VAZ leave much to be desired. For a novice owner, this is a particularly important parameter; it is better not to get into an accident in these cars.

In general, Nexia is more expensive, but you pay primarily for reliability. The fact is that Daewoo is a time-tested brand, it’s not for nothing that many countries acquired a license to produce these cars, and the ancestor is the Opel Kadett. AvtoVAZ cannot boast of reliability, children's sores that no one tried to eliminate at the factory. Therefore, the breakdown of a fret will be much more unexpected than a Nexia.

The comparison is based on real reviews, so it's best to listen to people who have owned these workhorses. Only after driving each of the compared vehicles can you understand for yourself which car you like.

VAZ 2112

A fairly agile car with a modern design, improved driving performance and a sporty character. Being short in length, it has a fairly spacious luggage compartment when the rear seat is folded down. The machine is equipped with effective lighting technology that helps out at different times of the day and in any weather.

These models are equipped with two types of engines: 16-valve and 8-valve, with a displacement of 1.5 liters. The machine has an affordable price, based on the capabilities of the client’s wallet, the machine can be equipped with additional equipment. The final cost will depend on the ordered modifications and the level of equipment.

Characteristics of 2110 and comparison with other VAZ models

When determining for yourself which model is better, VAZ 2110 or Nexia, it is worth noting that their prices are approximately in the same category. The VAZ 2110 is equipped with a 16-valve engine, an immobilizer, central locking and tinted windows. In addition, the front doors are equipped with electric windows.

Nexia boasts an 8-valve engine, made without a converter, and a standard radio of very good quality, equipped with 4 speakers at once. When checking the VAZ 2110 for negative characteristics, you can notice minor flaws in the body that spoil the appearance of the car. In some cases, the gaps between the parts reach such a size that a finger fits in them.

The interior decoration of the VAZ 2110 also has many shortcomings. The dashboard, although at first glance is made of much better quality than that of the Nexia, still has significant gaps. The windows go down quite problematically. Positive properties include the ease of opening doors.

Exterior and dimensions

The appearance of the dozen is made in the style of the late 90s, early 2000s. Quite smooth lines and a large glass area create a relatively good image.

Daewoo Nexia car interior

For its time, the car was quite interesting and attractive. The top ten marked the beginning of a new stage in the Russian automotive industry.

The VAZ-2110 belongs to the European B-class, and fully fits this category in its dimensions:

length 4265 mm;
width 1680 mm;
height 1420 mm;
wheelbase 2492 mm;
ground clearance 170 mm.

If the top ten belongs more to the border of the 21st century, then the appearance of Nexia fully represents the generation of cars of the 80-90s of the 20th century.

Angular shapes, clumsy decisions, outdated image. Yes, the car was downright ugly for its time. Although there have always been connoisseurs of even this approach to exterior design.

If we compare the top ten and the Nexia, the domestic car looks somewhat better and more modern. But this is a matter of personal taste for each driver.

Interior of VAZ-2110

Daewoo Nexia offers the following dimensions:

length 4482 mm;
width 1662 mm;
height 1293 mm;
wheelbase 2520 mm;
ground clearance 158 mm.

This is already a European C-class car.

Interior and luggage compartment

Under the hood of Daewoo Nexia

The trunk of the Daewoo Nexia holds 530 liters. The back of the rear sofa cannot be lowered; there is no hatch for long items.

The trunk of the VAZ-2110 is designed for 450 liters.

Here you can put an equal sign. But the interior is frankly the weak point of the two cars. There is definitely no need to talk about the superiority of Nexia or the dozen.

Engines and transmissions

When choosing what is better to buy, a Daewoo Nexia sedan or a VAZ-2112 hatchback, you should also consider power units.

From the start of production, the South Korean model Daewoo Nexia was equipped with a 1.5-liter 8-valve engine with a capacity of 75 horsepower and a torque of 100 Nm, inherited from the Opel Kadett E; since 2002, the car received a 16-valve engine with slightly more power (85 liters . s.) and a torque of 130 Nm. After updating in 2005, Nexia began to be equipped with an 8-valve unit with a volume of 1.5 liters and a capacity of 85 hp. With. and a torque of 130 Nm, later the line of power plants was replenished with a 16-valve 1.6-liter engine with a power of 109 hp. With. and a torque of 150 Nm. All engines are gasoline, comply with Euro-3 standards and are paired with a 5-speed manual transmission, also inherited from Opel. Drive type – front.

Depending on the modification, the VAZ-2112 was equipped with various gasoline 4-cylinder (2 or 4 valves per cylinder) in-line engines:

21120 – 16-valve engine 21120 with a displacement of 1.5 liters and a power of 93 hp. With. and torque 128 Nm (1997-2004);
21121 – 8-valve unit 21114 for 1.6 liters with a capacity of 81 hp. With. and torque 125 Nm (since 2004);
21122 – 8-valve engine 2111 with a capacity of 1.5 liters and a power of 78 hp. With. and torque 116 Nm (since 1994, budget option);
21124 – 16-valve 1.6-liter engine 21124 with a power of 89 hp. With. and torque 131 Nm (since 2004);
21128 – 16-valve 1.8-liter engine with a power of 98 hp. pp./123 l. With. and torque 162/165 Nm (from 2003/2004, “Super-Auto”).

VAZ-2112 engines are paired with a 5-speed manual transmission, front-wheel drive.

Dynamics and fuel consumption

When comparing models, it is necessary to take into account such important indicators as dynamics and fuel consumption.

Salon Daewoo Nexia

The Daewoo Nexia car, due to improved aerodynamic properties during design, and with the use of new 1.5 and 1.6 liter engines, shows good dynamics, accelerating to hundreds of sedans in 11-12.5 seconds (depending on the modification). Engines with 16 valves accelerate the car faster, while consuming 1 liter more fuel. In mixed mode, Daewoo Nexia units consume from 9.2 to 10.1 liters. per 100 km. depending on the power plant, improved new generation engines consume less in the combined cycle (8.1/8.6 liters).

The budget domestic hatchback also has good dynamic characteristics. Acceleration to 100 km/h of a VAZ 2112 car is 12-14 seconds. Engines with a volume of 1.5 liters in the combined cycle consume 7.2/7.3 depending on the unit, 1.6-liter engines and 1.8-liter units consume 7.5-7.6 liters. per 100 km.

What do car enthusiasts recommend choosing?

So, how can you make the final choice between the domestic VAZ-2112 and the foreign car Nexia? If you choose one of these options, you will have to purchase a used car. Based on the fact that some VAZ-2112s rolled off assembly lines several years ago, the choice is often recommended to be made in favor of a domestic manufacturer.

Car enthusiasts note that in almost all characteristics Lada and Nexia are approximately the same. Even when purchasing in both cases, you need to look at the body, since in each of the presented models it is subject to corrosion. Despite approximately the same ground clearance, the domestic car moves much better off-road.

Body repairs are much cheaper on the “twelfth”. The vast majority of car enthusiasts note that the VAZ-2112 is easier to repair. It’s also not difficult to find spare parts for the Nexia, but it’s unknown how the situation will turn out in the next couple of years.

Which car should you prefer?

When purchasing a car, everyone makes a choice based on their own needs and available budget. The models under consideration are similar in many ways, which prompts comparison and makes you think about what is better to buy. Both models are distinguished by reliability, maintainability and are attractive due to their low price, as well as low maintenance costs, while the VAZ-2112 wins in terms of driving comfort and efficiency. But Nexia will have to be repaired less often than a domestic car, although it depends on your luck; some car owners stop by the service center only for a routine inspection, while others may become its regulars. When buying a used car, you should always be aware of these risks.

When deciding what to choose, you should carefully study the market. Today, a significant advantage of Nexia is that it is still possible to buy a new car, and besides, the production of the model ended not so long ago as in the case of the VAZ-2112, so even though a foreign car costs a little more, even on the secondary market there are variants of the model it will be fresher.

What are the differences?

These models have many differences. It is these distinctive features that help many people decide which brand of car suits them best.

The differences are as follows:

Cars are assembled in different countries.
Lada 2110 has worse build quality.
To operate a car you need gasoline of varying quality.
VAZ 2110 costs several times less.
The engine capacity of the Lada 2110 is 1 cc larger.
Daewoo Nexia is a more powerful car.
The luggage compartment is more spacious in the Daewoo Nexia.
Daewoo Nexia reaches the desired speed 1.5 seconds faster.
Daewoo Nexia weighs less.
Repair and maintenance of Lada 2110 is cheaper.
The body structure is longer on the Daewoo Nexia, and higher on the Lada 2110.
The wheelbase is better than the VAZ 2110.
In terms of fuel consumption, the VAZ 2110 is considered more economical.
The appearance of the Lada 2110 is more attractive.
The chassis of the Daewoo Nexia is better.

Debriefing

So which is better - Priora or Nexia? Let's sit down in the cabin and also look under the hood.

What is immediately visible

Unlike the Priora, the Nexia’s body is one-piece, which is made by welding. The seats in the front of the Daewoo are folding and adjustable. The driver's seat does not cause irritation. But the back seat is not so spacious. Three passengers will have to crowd together.

The models are heated the same way. This occurs due to the flow of air heated by liquid from the cooler. To regulate the temperature, special levers are placed in the interior of both cars.

If you look at the “stuffing”, then in Nexia you will not find buttons for heated windows, as well as light and rain sensors. Local automakers took care of such pleasant little things for their Ladushka.

Competition in faces

As for appearance, it is immediately obvious: Nexia is elongated. The hood seems to have stood on tiptoes and is diligently peering into the distance. Good, modern optics give the Daewoo solidity.

VAZ made the Priora higher than the Nexia and provided decent ground clearance. Wide doorways also serve as an additional plus in favor of the Lada.

What is better according to the owners: Daewoo Nexia or VAZ-2114

The Nexia's interior is more conservative. So, perhaps, this is also why it, unlike the Priora, is considered a classic and family car.

In general, the Nexia’s interior looks modest. The finishing materials are inexpensive, and faded colors evoke sadness.

By the way, Lada Priora can boast in this sense. After all, its design is the result of the work of Italian specialists who used high-quality finishing. Probably because of this, the interior turned out to be more ergonomic. All buttons and levers are at hand. For example, the option to adjust the mirrors is “hardwired” into the driver’s armrest.

The Lada is more spacious and there are niches for all sorts of little things. Comfortable seats are selected for both driver and passengers.

Trunk and visibility

Inferior to VAZ in terms of luggage compartment capacity. Nexia takes 100 liters more “on board” - 530. However, the rear backrest of the Daewoo is not folding, so it will not be possible to achieve additional space.

As for visibility, Priora is quite open both in front, and behind, and on the sides. In Daewoo, the headrests partially block the rear view. There is also a distortion effect in Nexia’s mirrors.

Motor matters

The most powerful engine in Nexia is designed for 1.6 liters and produces 109 “horses”. And the Lada has the most powerful engine for the luxury version - 1.6 liters, 106 horsepower.

The transmission in both models is a five-speed manual. At the same time, Priora’s “lever,” as test drives show, is more flexible.

"Liter" menu

Daewoo Nexia or Priora - who is more “gluttonous”? For example, in the city Lada takes a little less than ten liters (9.8) per hundred kilometers. The indicator for the route is 5.6. And Nexia drives in the city, “eating” 9.7 liters, the “menu” of the highway is 6.5 liters.

But Nexia does not disdain almost any type of fuel.

Additional benefits

It is also impossible not to say that the VAZ “zest” has a richer selection of trim levels. And even the standard “Norma” is quite pleasing. The set includes: radio, electric windows, electric power steering, airbag, standard electronic anti-theft device.

The advantage of Nexia, as experienced motorists note, is its “compromise” suspension. They say that it is the best for our roads. It's not too flexible, but it's not too stiff either. The manufacturers somehow miraculously achieved a golden mean.

On the road, the Lada accelerates better, but in terms of cross-country ability, the cars are quite comparable.

Price and guarantees

In terms of price, our rivals can also be viewed from the same angle. If we take basic modifications, then you can find a Nexia for seven thousand dollars, and a Priora will cost about eight thousand dollars. The more expensive Daewoo costs about eight thousand, and the Lada - over nine.

Daewoo Nexia car review:

2013 Daewoo Nexia. Review (interior, exterior, engine).

Regarding warranty service. For Daewoo, this is three years or 100 thousand kilometers. VAZ workers give three years in terms of 50 thousand kilometers. But Nexia needs maintenance more often - the first time between a thousand and two kilometers, and then after every ten thousand.

Controllability and safety

The steering system of both cars is represented by a rack and pinion mechanism, the braking system is formed by discs on the front wheels and “drums” on the rear.

Nexia is easy to control and has a smooth ride thanks to its soft suspension, but when cornering the car is subject to strong roll. The basic versions of the model do not include power steering; the minimum turning radius is 4.9 meters.

The shortened body of the VAZ 2112 allows the car to better maneuver and turn, the steering response is clear, and the control is pleasant. The model handles the road well and has predictable behavior. The smallest turning radius is 5.2 meters. Among the additional options that can be obtained for an additional fee are the ABS system and power steering.

The South Korean Daewoo Nexia offers a sufficient level of safety for drivers and passengers of the car; testing by NHTSA (USA) in 2008 allowed the car to receive “4 stars” out of 5, although not all tests of the model passed as well. Domestic cars are tested by independent experts and the VAZ 2112, unlike many other graduates of the Volzhsky Automobile Plant, held up well in the tests, leaving the dummies “alive”, but with various damages. In general, if you compare Nexia and VAZ 2112, their safety level is approximately the same and leaves much to be desired.

Another important nuance when buying a car for use on Russian roads is ground clearance. The Nexia's ground clearance is 158-160 mm, and the VAZ with a ground clearance of 160-171 mm is not too impressive, while neither model scrapes the bottom on the road, although they are not capable of going completely off-road.

Similarities and differences between the two cars

Let us remember that both Nexia and the “fourteenth” have their roots in the last century. The first car is the fruit of the work of South Korean designers who improved the once popular Opel Kadett - the outlines of the latter are recognizable to many car enthusiasts. VAZ-2114 is also a restyling, where the “nine” was taken as the basis. In both the first and second cases, the designers tried to eliminate the shortcomings of the samples, but there is no talk of 100% success here. Some of the shortcomings of their predecessors migrated to their more recent versions. However, given the cost of these cars, you can easily turn a blind eye to these disadvantages.

Let's look at the remaining parameters that are usually compared when you need to make a choice between two passenger cars. These are, in particular:

engine;
suspension;
controllability;
brake system;
comfort;
cost of service.

When comparing the engines that cars are equipped with, it should be emphasized that here the advantage is clearly on the side of Nexia.

The thing is that, with the same volume, its volume is slightly more powerful and at the same time more economical. The difference in fuel consumption per 100 kilometers is 1 liter. Agree, at current gasoline prices this is a strong argument in favor of Daewoo. At the same time, both cars are approximately equal in speed indicators - the Nexia is faster, but not much.

You should also take into account the fact that the Daewoo engine is based on the idea of German designers. Accordingly, its quality is at a fairly high level, even taking into account the age of the design and various modifications by South Korean engineers - the unit ended up being very good. Meanwhile, on the “fourteenth” it is often necessary to rebuild the engine after 200 thousand kilometers.

The suspension design on cars is the same. On the Nexia and the “fourteenth” there is a MacPherson strut at the front and a longitudinal linkage at the rear. At the same time, the running VAZ is more reliable, and the service life of consumables is longer. One more point should be taken into account, which is very relevant in Russian realities. We are talking about ground clearance - the “fourteenth” is a little higher, which gives it an advantage over the Nexia on often broken domestic roads, especially in the outback.

Another very important indicator when comparing cars is handling. Daewoo and VAZ have a steering rack, but Nexia has an advantage here in the form of a hydraulic booster. The latter makes complex maneuvers in confined spaces more comfortable, since turning the steering wheel while standing still is much easier. Don’t also forget that the Nexia’s turning radius is 30 centimeters smaller. At the same time, it is believed that the “fourteenth” holds the road more confidently at speed.

Service cost

According to the manufacturer's regulations, maintenance of Daewoo Nexia is recommended every 10,000 km. mileage, for the VAZ 2112 it is required to perform a scheduled inspection with the replacement of consumables and some parts every 15,000 km, the manufacturer provides 8 scheduled maintenance services per 120,000 km. or 8 years. Considering the fact that today the Lada 112 can only be bought in a used version, it has already accumulated a decent mileage, and the condition of the car also depends on the operating conditions. The same applies to Nexia; you can still buy leftover new cars from dealers, but there are more offers on the secondary market. If the car has been well looked after, without skipping maintenance, changing materials and spare parts as necessary, it will be in good condition and will not cause unnecessary trouble.

Both Nexia and VAZ 2112 are inexpensive to maintain, the cost of spare parts for both cars is low, although a domestic car will still cost less. However, some parts of the foreign car may be missing (they can be purchased to order). Both machines are distinguished by their unpretentiousness and maintainability.

Price of all configurations

On the secondary market, Nexia is present in all its diversity; the model costs up to 210,000 rubles, the price depends on mileage and modification. In addition, in 2022 you can still find a new Nexia under the Daewoo brand at dealers; these will be cars produced in 2015-16. The model is presented in the following configurations:

*Prices do not include discounts and special offers from dealerships.

The secondary market also offers many variants of the VAZ-2112; you can buy a car for up to 160,000 rubles, the price varies depending on the year of manufacture, condition and equipment. The car is no longer produced in any of the modifications. So, not counting the “coupe” (VAZ-21123), the last VAZ-2112 came off the assembly line in the summer of 2008 in a hatchback body with a 21124 engine. Sales of cars without mileage continued for about two years after the end of the model’s production, now there is a new version you won't find a car.

Operational problems

A rotten body is a given that all buyers of used Nexias will have to face. Perhaps it's a matter of heritage, because the Daewoo Nexia is a direct descendant of the Opel Kadett. And every motorist knows jokes about how Opel rots.

When choosing an old Nexia, pay attention to the front doors: they often sag. The metal of the rear door hinges quickly becomes rusty.

The ergonomics in the car are neither good nor bad, they are non-existent. In the 2000s. A competition was held for the most uncomfortable driver's seat. Daewoo Nexia proudly won. At least somewhere!

The designer of the Nexia stove in hell is destined for a separate boiler with a heating system, like in Daewoo: it either heats or blows icy air. It blows and drafts from all the cracks, the windows instantly sweat, and nothing can be done about it. The design of the stove often falls apart, and air flows cannot be directed where needed. All the worst things you will find on the Runet about the stove in Nexia will be true.

The first 75- and 85-horsepower engines were particularly reliable. It’s surprising that, given their cost, Nexia engines run at least 300 thousand km. Engines of 86 and 109 hp. With. after the update they are no longer as durable, but still reliable. They eat up oil, but with good care they will run 200 thousand km to the capital. All Nexia motors have three typical and common problems:

Sensors often and suddenly fail.
Due to the poor design of the expansion tank, an air lock is created.
Oil leaks from under the valve cover.

An automatic transmission was not installed on the model, only a manual transmission. The manual transmission does not have a synchronizer at first speed, so it only engages at speeds below 5 km/h. The drawstring of the box falls apart from any draft, so do not spare money on air conditioning. With the windows open, the rocker will be blown away by the wind, but the clutch will last about 100 thousand km.

With a ground clearance of 158 mm, it’s not scary to drive over potholes, but it’s scary that these potholes cause the springs in the suspension to burst.

Prices for used Nexias

The average cost of a model on the secondary market is 102 thousand rubles. Used Nexias are a pig in a poke and generally an unpleasant choice. What did you want from a car for 100 thousand rubles? In addition to technical problems, the car may hide other surprises, so before purchasing it is advisable to check the car through special services.

We tested several Daewoo Nexias through avtocod.ru to show why a thorough check is so important before buying a used one. The first Nexia - 2011 with a mileage of more than 350 thousand km for 130 thousand rubles:

The report shows that the car was involved in at least three accidents.

The insurance company estimated the repairs at almost 20 thousand rubles.

Odometer readings magically began to decline back in 2018:

It is also worth asking the seller why, after four owners of the car, a duplicate title was issued and whether he can remove the traffic police restrictions so that there are no problems with re-registration.

We check the second car: a restyled Nexia 2011 with a mileage of 161 thousand km:

The car was in two accidents.

Both accidents occurred in 2016:

There is not a word about them in the ad. The seller, on the contrary, writes that the car is in good condition - “sat down and drove off”:

The ad states that the car has a 109 hp engine. With. In fact, there are only 80 “forces”:

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