Daewoo - Espero (KLEJ)-1.5 i 16V (90 Hp)

Daewoo - Espero (KLEJ)

Last updated - June 27, 2025, 9:35 p.m.

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Brand	Daewoo
Model	Espero
Generation	Espero (KLEJ)
Modification	1.5 i 16V (90 Hp)
Start Of Production	1995
End Of Production	1999

Performance

The Espero is a car that accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 12.8 seconds and has a top speed of 170 km/h (105.63 mph).

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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh	12.8 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph	12.8 sec
Max Speed	170 km/h 105.63 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Espero is a Sedan with a length of 4615 mm (181.7 in), width of 1718 mm (67.6 in), and height of 1388 mm (54.7 in). It has a wheelbase of 2620 mm (103.2 in), front track of 1426 mm (56.1 in), and rear track of 1423 mm (56.0 in). It has 5 seats and 4 doors.

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Rating
Body Type	Sedan
Seats	5
Doors	4
Length	4615 mm 181.69 in.
Width	1718 mm 67.64 in.
Height	1388 mm 54.65 in.
Wheelbase	2620 mm 103.15 in.
Front Track	1426 mm 56.14 in.
Rear Track	1423 mm 56.02 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Espero is a petrol-powered car with impressive fuel efficiency, boasting a combined fuel consumption of 6.3 liters per 100 kilometers, equivalent to 37.34 US mpg or 44.84 UK mpg.

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Fuel Type	Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban	11 l/100 km 21.38 US mpg 25.68 UK mpg 9.09 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban	5.2 l/100 km 45.23 US mpg 54.32 UK mpg 19.23 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined	6.3 l/100 km 37.34 US mpg 44.84 UK mpg 15.87 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Espero is a front-wheel drive car powered by a 1.5-liter, 4-cylinder internal combustion engine that produces 90 horsepower at 4800 rpm and 137 Nm of torque at 3600 rpm. It has a 5-speed manual transmission and features a spring strut front suspension and coil spring rear suspension.

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Powertrain Architecture	Internal Combustion engine
Power	90 Hp @ 4800 rpm.
Power Per Litre	60.1 Hp/l
Torque	137 Nm @ 3600 rpm. 101.05 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm.
Engine Layout	Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code	A15MF
Engine Displacement	1498 cm3 91.41 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders	4
Engine Configuration	Inline
Cylinder Bore	76.5 mm 3.01 in.
Piston Stroke	81.5 mm 3.21 in.
Compression Ratio	9.2
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder	4
Fuel Injection System	Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration	Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain	DOHC
Engine Oil Capacity	3.75 l 3.96 US qt \| 3.3 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification	5W-30, 10W-40, 15W-40 / ACEA A2, ACEA A3 5W-30, 10W-40, 15W-40 / API SG
Coolant	6.6 l 6.97 US qt \| 5.81 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture	The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel	Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox	5 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension	Spring Strut
Rear Suspension	Coil spring

Brakes

The car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with entry-level features. Notable features include ventilated front disc brakes, hydraulic power steering, and anti-lock braking system (ABS). The combination of ventilated discs and drum brakes suggests a balance between affordability and braking performance. The steering rack and pinion setup offers precise handling, while the 185/65 R14 tires provide adequate grip.

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Front Brakes	Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes	Drum
Assisting Systems	ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type	Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering	Hydraulic Steering
Tires Size	185/65 R14
Wheel Rims Size	5.5J x 14

Weight & Capacity

The Espero is a well-balanced car with a weight-to-power ratio of 12.1 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 7.9 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 1085 kg and a maximum load capacity of 545 kg. The car has a spacious trunk with a minimum capacity of 560 liters and a fuel tank capacity of 50 liters.

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Weight To Power Ratio	12.1 kg/Hp, 82.9 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio	7.9 kg/Nm, 126.3 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight	1085 kg 2392.02 lbs.
Max Weight	1630 kg 3593.53 lbs.
Max Load	545 kg 1201.52 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum	560 l 19.78 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity	50 l 13.21 US gal \| 11 UK gal