What to expect from the cheapest foreign car in the CIS: disadvantages of Chevrolet Lanos with mileage. Where is Chevrolet Lanos produced for Russia and the CIS countries. Stages of the assembly process

Before answering the question of interest to readers "where is Chevrolet Lanos collected?" it is important to note that this model is also called Daewoo Lanos. This is one and the same car, with the name of which there is often confusion. The thing is that since 2005 the Daewoo company has been owned by the American giant General Motors. That is why, from that moment on the domestic market, the model is called Chevrolet Lanos.

However, we will not delve into demagoguery and proceed to the main issue of the article.

Place of assembly

It should be noted right away that, despite the great popularity of the Chevrolet Lanos model, domestic factories do not produce this model. For Russia, the car is exported from Ukraine, where the model is called ZAZ Lanos, and it is made at the Zaporozhye Automobile Plant.

The Zaporizhzhya plant undergoes a full cycle of car assembly, which includes the production of individual components, body welding and interior assembly, as well as car painting and quality control.

In 2009, the Zaporozhye branch ceased to cooperate with General Motors. Therefore, the name of the model in the Russian market has changed to ZAZ Chance. However, the name is the only thing that has changed in the model, since the assembly concept, technical characteristics and other aspects of the car remain the same.

Build quality

I would like to immediately note one important point: Chevrolet Lanos attracts domestic motorists primarily due to the fact that the car is not very demanding in repair, and in any car market you can find a lot of necessary parts and components. Owners of Sherola Lanos do not have to wait weeks for the delivery of the necessary spare parts.

But, as it turned out, this plus is a stick with two ends. After all, how can one hope for a high quality car, parts for which can be obtained at any corner.

Experts negatively note the build quality of the body, individual parts of the cabin and the interior as a whole, as well as definitely not the best paintwork. The main reason for this lies in the fact that the developers by all available methods tried to save on the assembly process. And they did this so that the total cost of the car was low, and every citizen of Russia could buy it.

If we talk about the shortcomings in more detail, then first of all it is worth noting the inability of the body to corrosion. The metal itself, from which the body is assembled, is very thin, which often leads to deformations. The plastic used in the interior trim is also not impressive, because it is very unstable to scratches, but it will not hold together. As noted above, the paintwork is not of the highest level, which also contributes to the appearance of corrosion.

Those who have been driving a foreign car for some time will most likely not like the Chevrolet Lanos audio system, primarily because of its primitiveness and narrow functionality. Therefore, experienced motorists recommend immediately replacing it with something more modern.

Build process steps

At the moment, the Chevrolet Lanos assembly technology includes four stages. Production begins with the fact that with the help of pressing equipment, parts and components for the future Sherole Lanos are manufactured. After that, the body parts are sent to the welding shop, where specialists, using advanced Japanese and German technology, weld them together. Then, the finished body is sent to the tightness control workshop.

At the third stage, when the body is already equipped with a hood and doors, it is sent for painting. In a special workshop, 9 robots are installed that are capable of processing 32 bodies per hour.

The last stage includes all the final assembly processes, including the installation of power units and transmissions. Usually, the duration of 4 production stages does not exceed 2 minutes.

Assembly features

At the Zaporozhye plant, the Chevrolet Lanos is equipped with three economical power units. These are motors with a volume of 1.3 liters, 1.4 liters and 1.5 liters, respectively. All of them successfully cooperate with the new transmission developed by Ukrainian engineers.

Before the start of the assembly of the Chevrolet Lanos, the shops of the Zaporozhye enterprise were significantly modernized. American investors have allocated a large sum of money to upgrade the plant's equipment.

Conclusion

Chevrolet Lanos cars are supplied to the domestic market directly from the Zaporozhye plant "ZAZ". This model is in great demand in Russia, primarily due to its low cost. However, as evidenced by the reviews of the owners, the Ukrainian-assembled Chevrolet Lanos has a large number of shortcomings, the reason for which lies in the financial policy of the company, which relies on savings. And so far she's been doing it pretty well.

Chevrolet lanos(read the reviews of the owners below) - this is one of the most affordable foreign cars on the market of the Russian Federation. Available in three trim levels: SX, S, SE. The engine power for sedan cars is 86 hp. With. (volume 1.5) or 70 liters. With. (volume 1.3).

A bit of history

The car was developed by the company and was first presented at the Geneva Motor Show in 1997 under the name Daewoo Lanos (T-100 - factory index). Later, in 2000, a minor restyling was carried out, as a result of which the shape and trunk lid were changed (T-150). After the acquisition of a controlling stake in Daewoo by GM, some of the T-150 vehicles began to be sold in a number of countries under the well-known Chevrolet Lanos brand. Feedback from the first buyers of the old car under the new name was in most cases positive. The car was produced in Poland (from 1997 to 2008) and in South Korea (from 1997 to 2004), as well as in some other countries.

In Ukraine, from 2001 to 2010, a car was assembled under the Daewoo Lanos T-100 brand with engines from the Daewoo company with a volume of one and a half liters (a five-door hatchback and a sedan) from Polish parts. In addition, they also produced brands of cars and L-1300 for the domestic market, and starting in 2004, the Zaporozhye plant of automobiles began production of Chevrolet Lanos, the technical characteristics of which fully corresponded to the variation of the T-150 with a sedan-type body structure.

However, in 2009 the contract between and GM DAT expired. Since then, both in the Russian and Ukrainian markets, these cars have been sold under the ZAZ Chance brand in the three trim levels listed above.

About the car

The talented Italian artist Giorgetto Giugiaro worked on the design of the Chevrolet Lanos. The car still looks harmoniously in the stream and does not stand out among other modern foreign cars.

The interior is spacious enough to guarantee that neither the driver nor the passengers get tired after a long trip. The front panel is made of inexpensive but high quality plastic. The dashboard has all the necessary indicators and gauges that are easy to view and conveniently located. By the way, the tachometer is not installed on all Chevrolet Lanos cars. The owners' reviews indicate that the luggage compartment of the car is quite spacious - 322 liters, and with the rear seats disassembled in a ratio of 60/40 - 958 liters. So loading a couple of bicycles or a few sacks of potatoes into a car is a completely solvable matter.

Chevrolet Lanos. Specifications and safety

Reinforced body structure (rear and front struts are reinforced, passenger frame), inertial belts, driver - the manufacturer took care of both active and passive safety of the driver and passengers. The latest cars on the Chevrolet crash tests received a score of 10.5, but before it was only 6 points!

The basic package includes an engine with a volume of one and a half liters (86 hp), preparation of radio and audio, an acoustic system with two pairs of speakers, steel wheels, bumpers in body color, a spare wheel, front cup holders, heated rear window, rear mud flaps, pillow driver safety,

Chevrolet Lanos. Owner reviews

We can say that the Chevrolet Lanos is a car that combines the best value for money. Simplicity, reliability of operation, availability in service - all this is Chevrolet Lanos. Feedback from the owners suggests that in most cases Lanos made in South Korea and Poland combine the best quality, assembly and anti-corrosion treatment of metal. If you are faced with a choice between Ukrainian and Polish Lanos, then choose the latter. However, keep in mind that when buying a used car, it is important to know the conditions under which it was used.

Chevrolet Lanos sedan car

The Daewoo Lanos, a lightweight (subcompact) front-wheel drive sedan or hatchback vehicle designed and originally produced by Daewoo, was first introduced at the 1997 Geneva Motor Show under the Daewoo Lanos name as a replacement for the Daewoo Nexia. It was designed in collaboration with a number of reputable German and British engineering companies at the Daewoo R&D Center in Woking. The body of the car was designed by Italian designer Giorgetto Giugiaro (ItalDesign). With the entry of Daewoo into the General Motors concern on April 30, 2002, the car began to be sold under the Chevrolet brand.

Background

It all started in 1992, when the joint venture between Daewoo and General Motors ceased to exist. After that, Daewoo decided to develop new cars to replace the old ones on its own. Lanos's development program began in the fall of 1993 with a comparative study of competing models from twenty different manufacturers, following which Toyota Tercel, Opel Astra and Volkswagen Golf were named the most important competitors.

Lanos was designed in collaboration with a number of reputable German and British engineering companies at the Daewoo Research Center in Woking. The following companies participated in the development: Rochester Products Division (engine), Delco Electronics (brakes, including ABS), GM Powertrain Europe (automatic transmission), Italdesign (body, structural analysis, electrical equipment, prototype manufacturing), PARS Passive Rückhaltesysteme GmbH ( airbag) and Porsche (concept car - diagnostics, structural analysis, suspension and brake components, experimental industrial observation). The body design was developed by the famous Italian studio ItalDesign under the direction of Giorgetto Giugiaro. Its design was selected based on the results of a competition in which 4 variants of the car's appearance participated.

By the end of 1995, 150 prototypes had already been manufactured. The model development program included many tests at various locations. The safety test included a test of stability and reliability at high speeds, which took place at the test site of the Technical Center in Worthing (UK), as well as testing the brakes on Mount Großglockner in Austria. Low-temperature testing was carried out in Canada, Sweden and Russia (in Moscow and Khabarovsk), and high-temperature testing was carried out in the USA (Death Valley), Oman (Nazva), Australia (Alice Springs), Spain (Barcelona) and Italy (Nardo). The engines, partially copied from Opel, were refined by specialists from the Porsche engineering department.

As a result, the Lanos car (with the factory index T100) was developed and put into production in 30 months and cost the company $ 420 million. This is Daewoo's first in-house design. The small middle class car (Class C) Daewoo Lanos, developed on the Daewoo Nexia platform, was first presented at the Geneva Motor Show in 1997, in the same year the car began to be produced in South Korea. The model included three body styles: a three-door hatchback, a five-door hatchback, and a sedan. The cars were equipped with engines with a working volume of 1.3 to 1.6 liters, with a capacity of 75 to 106 hp. A limited edition of Lanos Cabrio in the back of a convertible was also created, which was produced from 1997 to 2002. At first Daewoo Lanos were produced only in Korea. But already in the same 1997 Lanos began to be assembled in Poland at the FSO plant.

In 2002, General Motors Daewoo Auto & Technology was created, after which Lanos began to be sold under the Chevrolet brand of General Motors Corporation (GM). GM has made its own changes to the exterior of the car, namely: the shape of the trunk lid, radiator grille and rear fenders, the shape of the interior handles and side door trims, the shape of the taillights.

Since 2004, Chevrolet Lanos has been assembled at the ZAZ plant. Official deliveries of cars to Russia under the Chevrolet Lanos brand began in 2005, and since 2009 - under the name ZAZ Chance

Overview

Specifications

The power unit of the Chevrolet Lanos with a volume of 1.5 liters is developed on the basis of the Daewoo Nexia engine with the same working volume of 1.5 liters, but contains some design differences in the ignition and power supply systems. To reduce the toxicity of exhaust gases, the power unit is equipped with a recirculation system. For the implementation of Euro-2 standards, the model is equipped with an exhaust gas catalytic converter. The 1.6-liter engine is 16-valve, with obviously the best performance (power, economy). In general, the engine range of numerous Chevrolet Lanos clones existing around the world is much more diverse and in addition to the already named Korean engines, there are other variations, for example, with the power units of the Melitopol Plant (MEMZ) on the ZAZ L-1300 / Sens models, represented by carburetor engines 1 , 3 liters and injection volumes of 1.3 liters and 1.4 liters.

The front suspension of Lanos is of MacPherson type, independent, spring, with anti-roll bar. The rear suspension is semi-independent, spring. The front wheels are disc brakes, the rear ones are drum brakes. The steering device is a pinion-rack type, on some cars - with a hydraulic booster. The car turned out to be quite maneuverable, with a small turning radius. The ground clearance height is 165 mm for vehicles destined for the CIS countries. An undoubted advantage is a spacious trunk (395 liters), however, the seat backs, although they unfold, do not form a flat surface with the floor. But the passengers in the back will be cramped, especially for large people - the lack of knee room affects.

Safety equipment does not shine with wealth. There is not even an airbag in the basic configuration of Lanos, it is offered only in the SE version. The car is equipped with inertial diagonal seat belts for the driver, front passenger and outermost passengers in the rear row, for the middle passenger there is a lap belt. In crash tests (Euro NCAP, 1998; ARCAP, 2006), the car showed itself far from brilliant. Low results in the offsets (incomplete three and two stars, respectively) are associated with insufficient saturation of technologies for preventing consequences in the event of an accident. On the other hand, and this is not bad considering the price category.

Modifications of the model line of the Lanos family

• Daewoo Lanos, aka Chevrolet Lanos, a 4-door sedan is the most common model. If we compare how much a new Lanos costs, add to this the availability of spare parts, "omnivorousness" in relation to fuel, it will become clear why it is the people's foreign car in the countries of the former USSR that is most willingly used as taxi cars.
• Daewoo Lanos / Chevrolet Lanos 5-door hatchback. The exterior and interior almost completely repeat the appearance of the sedan.
• Daewoo Lanos Sport 3-door sedan, also known as Lanos coupe. Pseudo-sports version. Was going back to South Korea. It was discontinued at the end of 2003. It is currently considered a rare model. It has front and rear bumpers different from the sedan and 5-door hatchback, a visor spoiler, "skirts", massive rear optics, "Sport" stampings on the front fenders, alloy wheels. The 2003 3-door Lanos was equipped with a 106-horsepower 1.6-liter Opel engine and automatic transmission. Accelerated to 200 km / h. It was equipped with two front airbags, reinforced seat belts, including for rear seat passengers. Due to the fact that the model is no longer in production, original body parts, especially non-standard, longer than usual, doors are in special demand among owners.
• Daewoo Lanos II (factory index T-150) is a sedan that, after minor restyling and rebranding, is sold in Russia as the new Chevrolet Lanos, also known as ZAZ Lanos. It has a slightly different shape for the rear lights, a modified profile due to the elongated geometry of the rear fenders and trunk. "Muzzle" acquired a branded Chevrolet cross and a wider radiator grille. Airbags are included in the Chevrolet Lanos catalog. Simultaneously with the start of sales of Daewoo Lanos II in 2002, the production of this model was discontinued in Korea. The Chevrolet Lanos car gave way to the Chevrolet Aveo family. From 2004 to the present, cars of the Lanos T-100 and T-150 line are fully assembled only at the Ukrainian plant AvtoZAZ.
• Daewoo Sens, aka ZAZ Sens, is a new Ukrainian-assembled Lanos car in the back of a 4-door sedan. Factory index L-1300 with engine and transmission from Tavria, which allowed to significantly reduce the price of the car. Sens are equipped with an unconventional for the rest of the Lanos family, an engine produced in Melitopol by MeMZ with a volume of 1.3 liters and a power of 70 hp. Ukrainian Chevrolet Lanos 2008, instead of a 1.3-liter engine, are equipped with a new 1.4-liter MEMZ-317 engine with 77 horsepower produced by the same Melitopol plant with an automatic transmission made in Korea. The "power-up" of the engine was the reason that from the end of 2008 - the beginning of 2009 on Sens (new Chevrolet Lanos) the price increased by about 7%. Due to the end of the contract between AvtoZAZ and General Motors for the use of the Chevrolet brand, Lanos 2009 is sold on the Russian market under the ZAZ Chance brand.
• Lanos-pickup aka Lanos-van (heel) is a limited batch assembled in Ukraine as a result of an upgrade. The 2005 Chevrolet Lanos van is assembled at AvtoZAZ.
• Lanos-Electro is an environmentally friendly concept Lanos is a car announced by the same AvtoZAZ within the framework of the Capital Auto Show held in Kiev in 2010. The green Chevrolet Lanos car is equipped with eight 15 kW batteries, which theoretically allows you to drive about 100 km on a single charge.
• Lanos-cabrio, aka Lanos Sport only without a roof - known only in the form of pictures - as a visual idea, a bold conceptual development of Daewoo.

Options and configurations Chevrolet Lanos

The Lanos lineup was represented by four main configuration options:

• S - the minimum basic configuration of the Chevrolet Lanos, practically naked - no electric windows, CD players or other useful options. Official dealers had a joke that even asking how much a Chevrolet Lanos cost was considered indecent.
• SE - slightly different from the base build. Added to the options are an electric heated rear window, a bumper to match the body color, and a rear fog lamp.
• SE Plus - the set includes an electric headlight regulator, partial galvanized body parts.
• SX - CD player, tape recorder, radio, power windows, power mirrors, front fog lights.
• limited-edition Lanos Sport trim - for some time this trim was offered with options similar to the SE + SX, black and red leather and metallic silver interior trim. For such a Chevrolet Lanos, the price was not at all budgetary and, depending on the amount of stuffing in, could shake even the imagination of Maserati owners.

Currently produced, the Ukrainian new Chevrolet Lanos is available in three main configuration options:

• S - in the basic assembly, the cars are equipped with plastic bumpers in body color, a full-size spare wheel, a rear sofa that folds out in a 6/4 ratio, and an electric heated rear glass unit. Lanos Chevrolet is a textile salon, most often monochrome.
• SE - such a Lanos car has a power steering column, electric front glass lifters, two front airbags on the driver's side.
• SX - new Lanos 2012 is equipped with central locking, tachometer, front and rear fog lights, air conditioning.

Advantages and disadvantages of the car

• Noise insulation leaves much to be desired, the engine (at high revs), suspension operation, heater fan noise are clearly audible in the cabin, however, for many motorists, the price covers this annoying drawback.
• The 1.5-liter eight-valve engine has traction and is well coordinated with the gearbox, but its low power of 86 hp is unlikely to please fans of dashing driving.
• The steering is also not designed for active drivers, since at high speeds it hardly allows you to keep the trajectory.
• The brakes lack information content, ABS is very useful on slippery roads, but it is available only as an option in more expensive trim levels.
• The doors open and close quite gently, but at the same time they emit a characteristic grinding sound, but many are ready to forgive this, comparing them with domestic cars.
• Getting into the driver's seat for a tall person is just extremely uncomfortable, like the driver's seat itself. The adjustment is ineffective, so a driver with an outstanding height will have nowhere to move away; when trying to adjust, he will have to choose between comfort for the hands or the convenience of pressing the pedals.
• The rear seat is rather cramped for three people: the outer ones support the side struts with their heads, and the comfort of the average passenger is not to be envied. The Dacia Logan, for example, with its luxurious passenger seat, is clearly not a match for the Lanos.
• Review and rear-view mirrors. From the driver's seat, the view cannot be called successful - the width of the front pillars of the body leaves much to be desired, despite the fact that the exterior mirrors are rather big, the road is not very well visible in them.
• Windshield wipers leave a fair amount of uncleaned surface at the top of the windshield.
• The interior of the car is wretchedly Spartan, everything is strict and no frills, inside is hard gray plastic. Front door trim pockets and a modest glove compartment.
• The side windows are raised and lowered with little effort.
• Trunk volume is quite modest, but it can be increased by first folding the rear seat.
• But the consumption of gasoline in the urban cycle is quite immodest, the 10.4 liters per 100 km promised by the manufacturer turn into 12-13 liters, especially for new cars that are in the running-in stage. However, low grade of gasoline can often be the reason.

After analyzing the announcements in the press and on specialized sites, we determined the "red price" for Lanos, depending on the year of release. Let's make a reservation that due to the fact that the odometer is easy to twist, you can ignore the mileage declared by the seller at all. Just keep in mind that on average a car runs about 25-30 thousand km per year. That is, the 5-year-old Lanos has covered at least 125-150 thousand km.

• UP TO $ 4 K We found about 5 cars for that price. All of them were produced before 2003 and have body damage. The engine has been overhauled at least twice. The condition of the undercarriage is also poor. And the worst thing is the salon, which is so dirty that you need to do several dry cleanings to get rid of the old smell. It will cost another $ 2.5-3 thousand to put such a car in order. But keep in mind that if the geometry of the body is broken after a serious accident, a car of any age cannot be made completely serviceable.
• $ 4-7 thousand For that kind of money, you can find a more or less living car of 2003-2005, but with significant flaws. For example, a “dead” engine, crumpled fenders, problems with the chassis and electronics. If there are only one or two problems and the geometry of the body is not violated, then you can buy such a car, but you need to fix all the breakdowns immediately (one malfunction pulls another). So, you can make a complete overhaul for $ 700, go over the chassis - for $ 500, or, for example, replace the muffler - for $ 200. That is, you need to plan the purchase so that at least $ 1–1.5 thousand remain in reserve. But if everything is worn out, for example, the car worked in a taxi, then the restoration will take at least $ 3 THOUSAND. That is, it makes sense to watch a newer car.
• $ 7-9 thousand For that kind of money, you can pick up a good option for the age of 5 to 2 years. Moreover, it makes sense to pay more for a good package: HBO, air conditioning, power accessories and a good radio tape recorder. The engine, chassis and body at this age, if the owner followed the car and did not get into an accident, are alive.

Equipment

The car is sold in several modifications: S (basic), SE (improved) and SX (comfort). Unlike the base version, the SE version has power steering, front power windows, air conditioning, tachometer and central locking. Even more preferable is the car in the SX configuration: there are front fog lights, an airbag, and the steering wheel is height adjustable. In addition, the car is equipped with ABS, and the wheels are 14 inches (on the usual one - 13 inches).

Engines 1.5 and 1.6 liters: technical nuances

Lanos is equipped with engines of 1.5 L (86 HP) and 16-valve 1.6 L (106 HP). Both motors are similar to the "Opel" design of the 80s (from the Kadett E and Ascona C models). The disadvantage of both is the high fuel consumption in the city (about 10 liters per 100 km).

At first glance, it is better to buy a car with a more powerful engine. But mechanics at various service stations say that in the event of its failure, overhaul will cost a third more ($ 1000 instead of 600-700), and taking into account the fact that we choose a brand new car, capital may be needed in a couple of months. Note that both engines are sensitive to a broken timing belt - the valves are bent. Therefore, we advise you to replace the belt and rollers immediately after buying a new car. At the same time, the masters making the replacement will inspect the water pump for leaks (it “lives” about 200 thousand km).

We also advise you to pay attention to the cooling system, a malfunction of which can lead to an early overhaul. This is easy to do: start the car, let the engine warm up and feel the lower pipe of the cooling system. If it hasn't warmed up, you need to change the thermostat. At the same time, look at the fan of the cooling system: if it does not turn on after warming up, you need to change the sensor responsible for this. And, of course, there should be no leakage in the system.

With proper maintenance, the service life of the motors is about 300 thousand km, or about 10 years. But due to the low quality of our gasoline, engines often do not pass even 150 thousand. A sign of an imminent overhaul is blue smoke from the chimney on an unheated engine.

After the agreed mileage, the valve seals are the first to be handed over, the hydraulic lifters are also coming to an end - the repair will cost about $ 300. Also, due to poor gasoline, the fuel pump may break down: the filter mesh is clogged, it burns out due to excessive load.

Another problem that is common to many cars over 5 years old is the electrician. Sensors are on, high-voltage wires are out of order. So it's best to replace these parts after purchase ($ 100). However, the described disadvantages are inherent in cars of any manufacturer.

We look at the interior and body

It is often possible to restore the history of the car from the state of the interior. First of all, look at the steering wheel: after 200 thousand km, it is so polished that it already shines. If the age of the car is small, then it most likely worked in a taxi or somewhere at a company. Even if the steering wheel was changed before the sale, pedals with worn rubber pads can also judge such mileage.

Now fold down the backrests of the rear row seats. If goods were transported by car (for example, a foreman drove), there will be signs of wear on it. The trunk, which is worn from the inside, speaks of the same thing. By the way, if the plastic mounts on the trunk are damaged or they are not enough, then it was removed for the purpose of body repair - the car was broken.

You can confirm this guess by removing the spare wheel - after a hastily made repair, there will be traces of welding and / or putty under it.

By the mountings, you can also determine whether the bumpers were removed: the craftsmen usually put non-native bolts, which is immediately visible. Take it seriously: the front bumper could have been removed after an accident (the accident was hidden by replacing the hood).

How much does a Chevrolet Lanos cost?

Since 2009, Lanos has been sold in the Russian market in more than 12 modifications. For the remains of imported Chevrolet Lanos, the price of 2012 is approximately equal to the cost of Ukrainian Lanos-Chances (ZAZ Chance) and starts from 250-260 thousand rubles... The most expensive Lanos are 5-door hatchbacks with 1.5-liter engines in the SX configuration. For such a Lanos car, the price starts from 355 thousand rubles... ZAZ Lanos can be bought for the amount from 250 to 350 thousand rubles, depending on body type, engine power and equipment. The Ukrainianized Lanos ZAZ Sens is worth order 220 thousand rubles... Lanos van (ZAZ Lanos Pickup) for sale for 250-280 thousand rubles... For any color in the metallic version, you need to pay about 5 thousand rubles. In the secondary market for 2007 Lanos, the price is at least half the price of the Chevrolet Lanos of the last years of production.

The price of the new Chevrolet Lanos in the minimum configuration starts from the amount of the order 250 thousand rubles, which allows the car to confidently keep on the list of the best-selling cars. The slightly higher cost of Chevrolet Lanos remaining in the warehouses of official dealers does not prevent them from being sold no less actively than the new ZAZ Chances. The plans of the Russian representative office of AvtoZAZ are to win at least 2% of the car market and retain the title of one of the best-selling budget cars in the world for the Chevrolet Lanos 2012.

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Chevrolet Lanos is an economy class car. It was first introduced in 2008. Naturally, one should not expect any outstanding performance from an economy-class car. And the Chevrolet Lanos also has its pros and cons. However, shortcomings are often identified that should not be. Moreover, defects appear in all major systems and parts of the car. They appear both in a new and in a used car. And regardless of what equipment of the car, in what body it was purchased.

Advantages and advantages of Chevrolet Lanos:

1. Affordable price;
2. Small size. Convenient to park;
3. Elegant appearance;
4. Easy to operate;
5. Picks up speed quickly;
6. The salon is designed for 5 people;
7. Luggage compartment volume 322 liters;
8. The stove and air conditioner work well;
9. Average level of security. The front body of the car is sturdy. There are two airbags and seat belts;
10. Strong metal from which the body is made;
11. Develops a speed of up to 190 km per hour;
12. The steering wheel and gearbox are soft. Respond quickly to commands;
13. The power plant is not picky about the quality of gasoline;
14. Fuel type - AI-92 gasoline;
15. Inexpensive to maintain and repair. Spare parts are not difficult to find, their cost is low;
16. A great option for a learner or driver with no driving experience.

• Transmission;
• Body;
• Brake system;
• Chassis;
• Engine;
• Cooling system;
• Gear box;
• Brake system;
• Salon.

Vehicle equipped five step mechanical transmission. Its main drawback is not so much in reliability and service life, but in user qualities. The device does not turn on clearly and is noisy. An oil change will help to correct the situation. This procedure must be performed every 30 thousand km. Thus, the hum will become quieter or disappear at all, but for a while.

After 55 thousand km, the wings are loose for no apparent reason. Adjustment of the unit will help to restore the previous state. The clutch can last no more than 60 thousand km. Longer periods of up to 100 thousand km are also known, subject to careful attitude.

The disadvantage of the body is the paintwork. It is of poor quality, so chips and scratches quickly appear on it. Corrosion resistance is low, parts start to rust after three years. Arches, sills, door edges, trunk lids and bonnet are especially vulnerable. You can deal with the problem. It is enough to treat the body with a special anti-corrosion agent every 5 years.

The boot lock is a weak spot. Over time, it breaks down, you need to replace it with a new one. Moisture can build up in the passenger compartment and luggage compartment.

A common problem with Chevrolet Lanos is the low efficiency of the brakes, especially the rear ones. It is especially evident if you do not change the brake fluid every 30 thousand kilometers.

Chassis

Elements of the Chevrolet Lanos walker are distinguished by their short-term operation. Car owners highlight weak shock absorbers. Already after 50 thousand km of run, the comfortable suspension ceases to be such. There are many complaints about wheel bearings, which begin to crackle after 20-25 thousand km. Ball joints require replacement every 50-60 thousand km. Their sudden breakdown is a frequent malfunction of Lanos. Another "sore" of the car is the steering rack. Often there is a leak, knocking, hum, and the tips of the steering rack fail.

Many problems arise with the engine. And if the 1.6-liter engine more or less pleases the owners with stable operation, then the 1.5-liter engine requires constant attention. The timing belt often breaks after 70-80 thousand km. This causes the valves to bend. Therefore, experts advise to constantly check the condition of the belt and replace it, as well as install new rollers. The situation is similar with the alternator drive belt, which requires replacement after 50-60 thousand km.

Often the cylinder head gasket fails, a leak begins. The absolute pressure and throttle position sensors in the injection system often stop working as well.

Cooling system

Complaints often arise about the cooling system. The radiator is notable for its unreliability. Antifreeze leaks are a common problem. Also, many vehicle owners are replacing the thermostat and sensor, which is responsible for the operation of the cooling fan.

Gear box

Of course, there were also weaknesses in the checkpoint. The factory clutch disc is characterized by its short service life. Often it is enough for only 50 thousand km. And if the car constantly gets stuck in traffic jams, then the breakdown can happen earlier. After 80-100 thousand km, the box begins to hum strongly. The problem can be corrected by changing the oil. And another common problem is the work of the checkpoint backstage, which can be misaligned for no reason.

It would seem, what problems can arise in the salon? However, the Chevrolet Lanos excelled in everything. Many owners noted such a factory assembly defect as a poor-quality rear-view mirror mount. For many, it simply fell off after a month and a half after purchase. There are complaints and tightness. In some cars, the rear window is poorly glued, which causes water to enter the interior. Also, problems arise such as a breakdown of the blower switch, a watch falling out of the center console, and a creak of the rear seats. Owners, as a rule, solve such minor defects on their own with the help of improvised means. However, in the complex, all the breakdowns do not leave the best impression of the car.

The main disadvantages of the Chevrolet Lanos

1. High fuel consumption
2. Low noise isolation
3. Small interior and trunk
4. Low quality paintwork
5. Low corrosion resistance
6. Small ground clearance
7. Bad dynamics.

Conclusion.

Thus, buying a Chevrolet Lanos car and trying to save money, the owners are constantly spending on repairs. The machine requires the utmost attention and care, regular replacement of parts. To reduce the risk of breakdown at the most inopportune moment, it is recommended to carry out regular maintenance and diagnostics. At the same time, it is not known which system, part of the car, will need to be "treated" again. And this is due to the fact that Chevrolet Lanos has a lot of vulnerabilities.

P.S: Car owners, if you notice frequent malfunctions of one or another part of Lanos, then let us know in the comments below.

Was last modified: November 13th, 2018 by Administrator

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4 posts per article “ Weaknesses, advantages and typical disadvantages of Chevrolet Lanos with mileage”

1. Yuri

   I want to say a little in defense of Lanos. I don't even have a Lanos, but a chance of 1.5, 2009 onwards. The first thing that changed was the shock absorbers in a circle for 75,000 km, 2 out of 4 flowed. After 3000 km, I changed the wheel bearings, the right one began to poke. Timing changed to 112000KM. And, I also changed the radiator for 82000 km. These are all major replacements. The worst thing is the body. The front fenders have rotted to holes in 6 years. Soundproofing is good for its class. The engine and gearbox are at a good level, I change the oil in the engine every 10,000 km, I have not changed the gearbox yet (it does not make noise and switches well), but, I forgot, I changed the clutch for 109,000 km. Changing the oil with filters costs an average of 2200-2500t.r. In general, if not the body of the machine, the rest is even nothing. Ey that's something like this. Thank you.

2. novel

   How? It’s easier, according to your description, to hand over the car to the scrap immediately on the day of purchase, just throw it into a shredder and digest it ... I drive a 2005 Chevrolet, mileage 82 t.km. None of the aforementioned ailments, except for sound insulation, have been noticed so far. Even experienced car owners envy the paintwork, the suspension is super, for the entire period of use it has never shuffled the engine protection, although at the dacha there is a terrible hole in the form of pits. Does the mirror fall off? Nonsense! Rear glass? Korean with a sealant, apparently Korean, never leaked. Sensors do not compose brains either. What else? Posting Ukraine "Dneprodzerzhinsk". Causes dissatisfaction and doubts, all the harnesses are wrapped with electrical tape from the factory, as it is not neat in general, khokhlyak mudili with wiring, but - everything is OK. For spare parts, the box is perfect, the grip is super, the brakes? Changed due to the production of discs and drums in a circle Brembo Italy (discs, pads, drums) Brake slurry Brembo DOT 5.1, ICE oil Motul 2100 15W50, Motul W80 gearbox, Totachi Long Life collant carboxylate antifreeze Japan, timing belts and Bosch generator. There is no power steering, and even so comfortable, the rail does not show signs of illness - all are zergood. Ball joints, CV joints, springs, shock absorber cartridges, thrust bearings, wheel bearings, radiator, silent blocks - all native Polish-Korean. I looked at the gaskets under the valve cover and changed the gasket so that there was nothing (I accidentally put the cover in dust crumbs with a gasket in the garage). There are no problems with either a poorly closing glove compartment or a trunk, it also does not torment the gas tank flap in winter (I hook it with a plastic fitting to dismantle the interior elements of the cabin - it is harmless to paintwork). The light in the block headlights, in the back there are lenticular LED bulbs - the light of each section is super, it is especially pleasant in the turn signals, on the sides there are diodes in the repeaters, in the front are ordinary Hella +50 Hella bulbs and lenticular LED in the turn signals. NGK candles and in general, all consumables of well-known brands, oils and other slurries, lamps, filters, belts, pads, and Exide premium 61 A / H battery. the car went by inheritance and for a long time stood for the battery, the old battery was planted 7 times at "0" and after a ride I dumped it on the scales for 780 r. The machine is a fairy tale. If I am going to change something seriously, then, based on quality and durability, it’s just so that comfort remains unattended for a long time. Remained as it is now. And not because everything fell apart, everything to ... or doesn't like it. I completely forgot the brushes were thrown out by the factory children during the idle time of the machines, they managed to harm them and stuck a Hella 19 ″. I think if there is something in the second machine viburnum station wagon, then this is not comparable to Lanos. The clutch is frankly designed for the Hulk rather than in Lanos, the accelerator is electronic and an empty place of pressing than the Lanos throttle cable, shock absorbers at speed in Kalina are ready to shake off all your bones and turn your guts out when you just float along the road in Lanos))). Only the insulation is lame in Lanos, which I mentioned above. But, I think I will solve the only problem by manually soundproofing))) And the errors of the site 1e Lanos drive to a maximum of 167 km / h, lanos sport produced for a short time in Korea with automatic transmission, yes yes - a 3-door automatic with a 1.5 motor, travels 161 km / h and 2e Lanos was created in 1998 from the Daewoo Lanos model, created to replace Daewoo Nexia, were then Chevrolet T100, Chevrolet Lanos Saloon, Chevrolet Kalos, Chevrolet kalos saloon, Chevrolet lanos sport Korea automatic, ZAZ Chance "sens". Sport, like Sense, was a hatchback. In general, a well-groomed car, which I met as mine, only 3 out of 300 seen is worth its money, I like the car for its simplicity and comfort, although from the SX configuration it just got a driver's airbag and a presentable steering wheel, everything makes me tired))) Brushes on the hood the original Daewoo Korea does not scrape and even the muffler can is not rotted.

3. Do not judge strictly

   4 years (100t.km) and normal flight)) ugh ugh ugh ... The most interesting thing is that in the first year I hit 50t.km. With regards to paintwork, yes, not very good, no doubt about it! BUT! The car for 10 years, and it is dear and if not for my personal shoals (and my wife, respectively :)), it would be much better. Salt, dick and other reagents finish off everything else. Suspension is good! Yes, not a Merc, but it is justified by a rare replacement and a deshman price tag! In short, I'll go straight to the shitty one: headlights, stove, consumption for 1.5l 10l in the city somehow not for the cafe. That's all for me. And just as all this is treated inexpensively, so fuck this wheelbarrow with a market price of 20t.r. (it was for this price that I bought two cars, and one in full stuffing) and a maximum of 150t.r. not taking into account the bargaining, but there the mosquito will not undermine the nose, everything is better than our auto industry (yes, the kiddies of the cans lover ask me) I have everything. Thank you for your attention.

30.01.2017

Chevrolet Lanos) Is not only a people's car, but also one of the most inexpensive foreign cars that have ever been presented on our market. Therefore, in most cases, cars of this model are considered as an alternative to used cars of the Russian car industry. This car is considered one of the best options only if the budget for buying a car is small, and Lanos is perfect for novice drivers. Like most used cars, Chevrolet Lanos has a number of disadvantages, but what they are, and what you need to look for when buying, I will tell you in this article.

A bit of history:

The first Lanos was presented by the Korean company Daewoo at the Geneva Motor Show, but development began much earlier, in 1993. The body design was developed by the renowned design studio ItalDesign under the direction of Giorgetto Giugiaro. The power units are partially borrowed from Opel and improved by Porsche engineers. After General Motors bought 42% of shares in Daewoo in 2002, it was decided to jointly produce this car model. Initially, the car was presented in three body styles - a three- and four-door hatchback and a sedan. Also, there was a limited edition of convertibles (produced from 1997 to 2002). Until 2002, Lanos was assembled in Korea, but after the start of mass production, the car began to be assembled in Poland, as well as in Ukraine and Russia. Since 2008, the car was produced only at the UkrAVTO plant in Zaporozhye.

Weaknesses Chevrolet Lanos with mileage

The paintwork and metal of the body elements are of rather poor quality, as a result, corrosion on the car body appears after 3-5 years of operation. Most often, rust appears on the arches, sills, door edges, the front of the hood and the trunk lid. Therefore, in order to protect the car from the effects of corrosion, it is recommended to treat the body and underbody with anti-corrosion agents at least once every 3-4 years. Over time, moisture appears in the cabin and trunk, and there are also complaints about the durability of the trunk lock.

Engines

For the entire production period, the Chevrolet Lanos was equipped with only a 1.5 liter gasoline power unit with a capacity of 86 hp. One of the most common problems with this engine is considered to be oil leakage through the cylinder head gasket (the gasket needs to be replaced every 30-40 thousand km). The motor is equipped with a timing belt drive, with a service interval of replacement every 60,000 km. However, with the replacement, it is better not to tighten it and carry it out a little earlier, since after 50,000 km there is a high probability of a belt breaking, which leads to serious consequences (bends the valve). Many owners, in order to save money, refuel with low-quality fuel, this leads to quick clogging and premature failure of the fuel pump.

Often the cooling system also brings surprises - the radiator stops functioning, the pump and thermostat fail. If the malfunction is not identified in time, this can lead to overheating of the engine, and, in the future, to expensive repairs (leads to the cylinder head). The sensors of the injection system, absolute pressure, throttle position and lambda probe are not famous for their reliability. A fairly common problem, when the engine starts to run unstably (idle rpm), to fix the problem requires replacing the idle sensor. Of the advantages of the engine, one can single out unpretentiousness in the quality of fuel and a fairly large resource before overhaul (up to 500,000 km).

Transmission

Chevrolet Lanos was equipped with only a five-speed manual transmission, no alternative to which was provided. Most of the complaints here are not so much about reliability and durability as about its user characteristics. Most often, the transmission is criticized for unclear gear shifting and noisy operation. If the gearbox begins to hum a lot, try to change the oil every 30,000 km, this procedure slightly improves the situation, but does not completely solve the problem. Once every 50-60 thousand km, adjustment of the backstage is required, which loosens for no particular reason. WITH the clutch travels on average 50-60 thousand km, but, with careful operation, it can last 100,000 km.

Chevrolet Lanos suspension reliability

Chevrolet Lanos is equipped with a semi-independent suspension: in the front - MacPherson strut, in the rear - a beam with trailing arms hinged to the body. To increase lateral stability and improve handling, an anti-roll bar is installed inside the beam, the ends of which are attached to the suspension arms. As for the reliability of the suspension, it is difficult to call it hardy. Most of all complaints are caused by the resource of shock absorbers and their springs, which in rare cases exceeds 30,000 km. Hub bearings can start buzzing even after 20,000 km (the rear ones require adjustment), but often they are enough for 30-40 thousand km, about the same will serve the ball bearings. Silent blocks and thrust bearings run on average 50-70 thousand km.

As for the reliability of the steering rack, it all depends on the operating conditions, but if we take the average, then its resource is 60-80 thousand km. Steering tips and rods start knocking after 50,000 km. It is worth noting that all the data refer only to the original parts, also, you need to understand that most owners take inexpensive analogs, and their resource may be several times less. The biggest plus of the Chevrolet Lanos chassis is that its repair is quite cheap, and if you have even the slightest idea about the structure of the chassis of the car, you can do it yourself.

Salon

Traditionally, for budget cars, interior trim materials are of poor quality, as a result, squeaks, knocks and other annoying sounds become commonplace. Also, due to poor quality, over time, stove control buttons and other plastic elements begin to break off. Electrical wiring is not famous for its durability either, over the years this negatively affects the performance of the electrical equipment in the interior (malfunctions begin).

Outcome:

This car is the main contender for the role of the first car; it will also be a good alternative to AvtoVAZ. If we talk about the reliability of this car, then the main components and assemblies, with proper maintenance, will not cause many problems. In this price range, Chevrolet Lanos is perhaps the most interesting option, but if there is an opportunity to buy a car a little more expensive, then it is better to take a closer look at.

If you are the owner of this car model, please describe the problems that you had to face during the operation of the car. Perhaps it is your feedback that will help the readers of our site when choosing a car.

Best regards, editors AutoAvenu