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2000 Daewoo Nubira CDX Sedan Auto

The 2000 Daewoo Nubira CDX Sedan Auto is a 129-hp inline-4 sedan with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $14,360 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.

It makes 129 horsepower at 5,400 rpm and 136 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).

The Nubira measures 177.0 inches long on a 101.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,800 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$14,360 ($27,102 *)
MSRP with Destination$14,690 ($27,725 *)
Destination Charge$330
Engine
Engine TypeX20SED D-TEC 2.0L DOHC 16-valve inline-4, MPFI, naturally aspirated
Horsepower129 hp @ 5,400 rpm
Torque136 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 16-valve
Bore and Stroke86.0 x 86.0
Injection TypeMulti-point fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City19 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Combined22 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front14 in alloy
Wheels Rear14 in alloy
Tires Front185/60R14
Tires Rear185/60R14
Dimensions & Weight
Length177 in
Width66.9 in
Height56.3 in
Wheelbase101.2 in
Cargo Volume13.1 ft³
Curb Weight2,800 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39 in
Headroom Rear38.1 in
Legroom Front42 in
Legroom Rear34.7 in
Shoulder Room Front55 in
Shoulder Room Rear54.3 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2000 Daewoo NUBIRA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Aug 6, 2004 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

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.

NHTSA campaign 04V394000

Jul 14, 2004 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

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.

NHTSA campaign 04V357000

Sep 18, 2002 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 106, "BRAKE HOSES." A CRACK CAN DEVELOP IN THE OUTER RUBBER LAYER OF THE FRONT BRAKE HOSE(S).

Consequence: THIS CAN RESULT IN BRAKE HOSE RUPTURE, BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE, AND LOSS OF VEHICLE BRAKING.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW REDESIGNED FRONT BRAKE HOSES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 27, 2002. 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 1-877-362-1234, SELECTION 1.

NHTSA campaign 02V257000

275 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2000 Daewoo NUBIRA

Owner Complaints

275 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2000 Daewoo NUBIRA (7 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 4 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine And Engine Cooling183
Service Brakes57
Hydraulic55
Suspension24
Vehicle Speed Control9
Air Bags7
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Dec 11, 2010 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN 2009 IT PREVIOUSLY HAD TWO OWNERS. I'VE HAD MINOR REPAIRS DONE ALREADY. HOWEVER, I WAS CURIOUS TO KNOW WHY THE VEHICLE WAS RECALLED. AS I LOOKED INTO IT I FOUND THAT IM…”
Sep 9, 2008 · Tires
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DAEWOO NUBIRA. ON DECEMBER 1, 2006, ALL FOUR TIRES ON THE VEHICLE WERE REPLACED WITH 2005 COOPER TIRES. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP TO HAVE HER TIRES…”
May 25, 2008 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR NEEDS TO BE REPLACED FOR SECOND TIME. I HAD TO GET THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR REPLACED AT MY COST. SECOND TIME IT BURNT ONE OF THE FUSES OUT. I AM UNABLE TO PAY ANOTHER TIME…”
Sep 13, 2006 · Engine And Engine Cooling Fire
“2000 DAEWOO NUBIRA ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CAUGHT FIRE. CONSUMER WOULD LIKE COMPENSATION FOR THE UNDERHOOD FIRE. *KB A SHORT CIRCUIT WITHIN THE WIRING OF THE CAM SENSOR IGNITED WHICH RESULTED IN A FIRE. THE…”
Aug 9, 2006 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“CONSUMER WOULD LIKE REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPAIRS ON 2000 DAEWOO NUBIRA. *KB RECALL 04V357000. THE VALVE COVER GASKET WAS ALSO REPLACED. *JB”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2000 DAEWOO NUBIRA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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