Daewoo Fuel Economy and Fuel Cost by Model
Daewoo has 6 models with EPA fuel economy ratings between 2000 and 2004. In model year 2004 the combined ratings of its models run 20–27 MPG. The most efficient is the 2004 Daewoo Kalos at 27 MPG, about $2,420 a year to fuel at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Models
6
2000–2004
Most efficient, MY2004
27MPG
Daewoo Kalos
Cheapest to fuel, MY2004
$2,420/yr
Daewoo Kalos
Electrified models
0
hybrid, plug-in or electric
Most efficient Daewoo models, MY2004
| 1 |  2004 Daewoo Kalos Small cars | 27 | $2,420 |
| 2 |  2003 Daewoo Lanos Small cars | 24 | $2,720 |
| 3 |  2003 Daewoo Nubira Small cars | 22 | $2,970 |
| 4 |  2004 Daewoo Lacetti Small cars | 22 | $2,970 |
| 5 |  2002 Daewoo Leganza Midsize cars | 21 | $3,110 |
All Daewoo models
| Model | Model years | Powertrains | Latest MY | Combined | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daewoo Lanos | 2000–2003 | Gas | 2003 | 23–24 | $2,720–$2,840 |
| Daewoo Nubira | 2000–2003 | Gas | 2003 | 20–22 | $2,970–$3,270 |
| Daewoo Leganza | 2000–2002 | Gas | 2002 | 20–21 | $3,110–$3,270 |
| Daewoo Kalos | 2004–2004 | Gas | 2004 | 26–27 | $2,420–$2,510 |
| Daewoo Lacetti | 2004–2004 | Gas | 2004 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Daewoo Magnus | 2004–2004 | Gas | 2004 | 20 | $3,270 |
Ratings and costs are for each model's latest model year; costs use the current EIA price set and 15,000 miles a year.
Daewoo by size class
- Small cars: 4
- Midsize cars: 2
Frequently asked questions
Which Daewoo gets the best gas mileage?
In model year 2004, the most efficient Daewoo is the 2004 Daewoo Kalos at 27 MPG combined. Next is the 2003 Daewoo Lanos at 24 MPG.
What is the cheapest Daewoo to fuel?
In model year 2004, the 2004 Daewoo Kalos is the cheapest Daewoo to fuel: about $2,420 a year at 15,000 miles, using regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
How many Daewoo models does EPA rate?
EPA lists 6 Daewoo models for model years 2000 to 2004. 6 of them have ratings for MY2004.
Does Daewoo make hybrid or electric cars?
No. In EPA's database every Daewoo model from 2000 to 2004 runs on gasoline or diesel only.
What MPG do Daewoo cars get?
Combined ratings across Daewoo models run 20–27 MPG for MY2004, from the 2004 Daewoo Magnus to the 2004 Daewoo Kalos.