Each of us knows a car like the Daewoo Nexia. This is one of the most massive budget cars in the CIS. Previously, the model was assembled in Korea, but later the release was established in Uzbekistan. Nexia has established itself on the good side. This is a reliable, simple and maintainable car that costs quite a bit of money. But the release of this model was discontinued in 2014. A year later, the car stood on the conveyor under a new look and name. Now this is Ravon Nexia 3. Photos, specifications and features of the model - further in our article.
Description
So what is this car? Ravon Nexia 3 is a front-wheel drive four-door sedan of the middle class, built on the basis of the Chevrolet Aveo.
The machine has been mass-produced since 2015 and officially sold in Russia.
Appearance
Outside, the car does not look at all like the previous Nexia cars. The body here is more inflated and voluminous. Front - elongated halogen optics and a compact radiator grille with the company logo. Below - wide fog lights, the configuration is vaguely reminiscent of optics "Daewoo Nexia" in the back of the N150. The fact that the Ravon Nexia 3 sedan is built on the basis of the Aveo can be recognized by the massive wheel arches and the shape of the roof racks.
Behind, this is a complete copy of Aveo. Here are the same triangular lights, a compact trunk lid with a strip in the center and a high raised bumper. Due to the puffy arches, the rear wheels look very awkward. However, you need to install wider wheels wisely, otherwise the tires can rub against the arch (the suspension travel is very large). In general, the design of the car turned out to be successful. The car does not look old, like the same "Gentra", and has a nice silhouette.
Are there any flaws in the Nexia 3 sedan? Owner reviews say that the body metal is very soft. Aveo has the same problem. The body is well protected against corrosion. But the paint layer itself is pretty thin. Chips and other minor damages quickly appear on the body.
Salon
Inside, the sedan looks pretty nice. For the driver there is a four-spoke steering wheel with adjustment, as well as an arrow instrument panel with anti-reflective coating. On the center console is a CD radio and an oven control unit. In the basic configuration, “Ravon Nexia 3” is not equipped with air conditioning. The music sounds good, but music lovers still have to change the speakers.
As for the place inside, it is enough for both front and rear passengers, and in abundance. Surprisingly, the layout of the cabin was very successful. Pleased with the seats. They are in all trim levels of “Nexia 3” fabric, but have good lateral and lumbar support. The range of settings is enough to put the chair under your height. By the way, the adjustment here is mechanical in all trim levels.
The owners of the Nexia P3 are satisfied with the build quality. All parts are made with an even gap, plastic is not hard. Yes, competitors with a class higher have a more solid interior. But if you compare the "Ravon P3" with the "Gentra", which was presented a couple of years earlier, progress is evident. Plastic is not smashed with phenol; doors close with equal effort.
By the way, in the top trim levels, the car has a beige trim. It looks pretty attractive.
Trunk
The luggage compartment at Ravon Nexia 3 is 400 liters. In this case, the back of the rear sofa can be folded. Thus, a cargo area of 980 liters is formed.
Under the raised floor is a full-size spare wheel and a regular set of tools.
Specifications
Nexia was not initially distinguished by a wide variety of engines. And in the new generation, the Uzbeks seem to have decided not to break traditions. So, under the hood of the sedan is an uncontested inline four-cylinder S-TEC engine with a 16-valve timing chain. This unit has a working volume of 1.5 liters, and also complies with Euro-5 standards. Among the features are variable phases of exhaust and intake. The cylinder block is cast iron, the head is aluminum.
The maximum power of the power unit is 107 horsepower. Peak torque - 141 Nm at 3.8 thousand revolutions per minute. Paired with a one and a half liter unit, two types of transmissions can work. This is a five-speed mechanics or a six-speed automatic.
Acceleration to hundreds takes from 12.2 to 13 seconds, depending on the selected transmission. The maximum speed is 180 kilometers per hour. Fuel consumption is moderate - up to 7.9 liters in the combined cycle. In the city, the Uzbek "Nexia" automatically fits into 10 liters. This is a worthy indicator. For comparison, Renault Logan with a four-speed automatic consumes up to 14 liters of gas in the city. Moreover, Nexia can "digest" the 92nd gasoline.
Suspension
The car has the same chassis design as the Chevrolet Aveo. So, Nexia is built on a front-wheel drive “trolley” with a transversely mounted power unit and a supporting body. Front - independent suspension on A-arms and MacPherson struts. Behind - a semi-independent design (in common people "beam") with telescopic shock absorbers and coil springs. Steering - rail with hydraulic booster. The braking system is disc front and drum rear. All versions have ABS.
In general, according to the owners, the suspension is reliable. The first to fail are ball bearings and stabilizer bushings. This happens on a run of 80 thousand kilometers. Then the steering tips are broken (after about 120 thousand kilometers). Periodically, it is necessary to monitor the condition of the anthers of CV joints. If dust and moisture get inside, they quickly become unusable. This is the front end. The rear beam is almost eternal - the owners say, because there is simply nothing to break. Shock absorbers change after 100 thousand kilometers, springs do not sag.
Driving performance
How does Nexia 3 behave on the go? According to the reviews of the owners, the suspension is quite stiff and unable to work out even joints and minor irregularities. In this case, the suspension is not clamped. Partially helps to solve this problem the installation of higher-profile tires. However, the car still behaves tougher than its competitors. As for the management, the car behaves in the same way as the Aveo. The behavior of the car is predictable, but you need to be careful when entering the corners - the ass is very heavy on the car.
Options and prices
The Nexia 3 car is offered in several trim levels:
The first is basic and only goes on a manual gearbox. The cost of this configuration is 499 thousand rubles. This price includes:
- On-board computer.
- Fog lights.
- Stamped 14-inch wheels.
- Full size reserve.
- Audio system with AUX and two speakers.
- System "Era-GLONASS".
- Hydraulic power steering.
- Airbag for the driver.
The Optimum version can be offered with both mechanical and automatic transmissions. In the first case, the cost of Nexia is 530 thousand rubles, in the second - 570 thousand. This package includes an audio system for four speakers, power windows for two front doors, heating and electric side mirrors. Also, these mirrors are painted in body color (in the initial version they are black). The package also includes 15-inch stamped wheels, light tinted windows and body-colored door handles.
The maximum configuration "Elegant" with manual transmission is available at a price of 560 thousand rubles. The same version, but on the machine, is already 600 thousand. Here is what goes into this price:
- Air conditioning.
- Four power windows.
- Two-tone trim.
- Central locking.
- Two airbags.
- Alloy 15-inch wheels.
- Chrome plated grille.
Also note that the official dealer has a discount on cars of last year. So, versions released in 2017 can be purchased on average 40 thousand rubles cheaper.
To summarize
So, we examined what the Uzbek sedan "Ravon Nexia 3" has characteristics and features. Like any other budget car, this car is not without childhood illnesses and shortcomings. So, it is not the most powerful engine, modest design and lack of ride. However, given the cost of the model, we can say that it is a good competitor to the Chinese counterparts (in terms of reliability - definitely). Buying something better for that price is pretty hard. Therefore, the Ravon Nexia 3 sedan is in stable demand not only in Uzbekistan, but also in Russia, as well as in many CIS countries. Should I consider this option to purchase? If design and dynamic qualities are not so important to you, and you just need a reliable and unpretentious workhorse, then Ravon can definitely be considered for purchase.