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Matiz - the big small car

A Review by Sunil George on Daewoo Matiz SP
17 November, 2006


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Pros : Good value for money, Spacious, very good Safety for passenger, Stylish, Good Ride Quality
Cons : Low boot Space, Low pickup, Uncomfortible gear shift, spares, insurance
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This is one of the best cars ever launched in India. But people are reluctant to use this car because of the fear of availability of spares and services. But the reality is most of the spares are available. The car is really stylish, both inside and outside. The ride quality is best in its category in both front and back seats. You feel the difference in long drives. Regarding the fuel economy – the car really performs in highways, but an average car in city ride. Also the car is very safe compared to most other hatchbacks in India. It is the only car which passed the stringent 40% crash test in India. The leg space is very good both front and back, but Daewoo reduced the boot space.

Initially when you start riding this car, you may not get excited because of its slow pickup and the poor gear shift – especially in second and reverse gears. In fourth and fifth gears you can really feel the performance of the car. Another growing problem is some insurance companies are reluctant to give insurance for this car.

Overall the car is good and Matiz is an international brand. More over GM is planning to re-launch the car in India in the name Spark. Already they did it in many countries. We hope we can get back this wonderful car.


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14 Comment(s) on this Review

  1. on 09 Apr, 2007 at 08:13 PM Kanika6947

    I like this car for its look. What is the price?
    Millage?

  2. on 17 Apr, 2007 at 05:46 AM Anand

    I like this car for its look. What is the price?
    Millage?

  3. on 25 May, 2007 at 10:20 PM Mathiazhagan

    INFORMATION IS VERY USEFULL.Would like to read more about Matiz as well as Chev.Spark

  4. on 05 Jun, 2007 at 05:20 PM Satya S

    Can you name the matiz spare resellers in India?

  5. on 12 Jul, 2007 at 12:40 AM Balaji (Chennai)

    Matiz is incredible in terms of ride quality, mileage and comfort. I've never seen such qualities put together in a small car. I own a matiz and it delivers 17.5kmpl. When you compare other cars in this segment i.e Maruti 800, Alto(under 800cc category), it's matchless & value for money.

  6. on 13 Aug, 2007 at 06:23 PM Kumar_Venkategowda Malavally (Udaipur)

    I like this car, now a days zens new model came in front shape, if it is available new?

  7. on 12 Sep, 2007 at 02:11 PM James (Hyderabad)

    What is the current status of the spares availability and services for Matiz owners.
    What should be the best proces for 2000 model and a 2002 model both in decent condition.

  8. on 12 Sep, 2007 at 02:17 PM James (Hyderabad)

    What should be the best price for 2000 model and a 2002 model both in decent condition.

  9. on 07 Jan, 2008 at 06:21 PM Jksandeep

    I ve just sold my Matiz SD Model after seven years of usage for want of Bigger Car.It has never given me any trouble. Not even i have replced the Bulbs. Still sometimes i get guilty Conscious by selling this car.

  10. on 29 May, 2008 at 04:46 PM Nag (Bangalore)

    Matiz is a good car, but the service is not. Vijay Motors have screwed my cute Matiz and they are really bad in responding. So careless about customers. I gave my Matiz for simple service, they drove irresponsibly and spoiled my Matiz. Be aware of Vijay Motors in Bangalore.

  11. on 31 May, 2008 at 09:52 AM P K Sen (Gurgaon)

    Matiz is excellent car, and still today no comparision about the car features. I am having this car since yer 2000. Due to poor sale price reason, I got to refurbish its engine and other desired moveable parts,tyres,battery,a/c etc. Now it is as good as new one.
    It is my good stand by car to take joy of ride within city.Goodluck to have best small car of its own class.

  12. on 11 Jun, 2008 at 11:04 AM Prakash Soni (Ahmedabad)

    I own a Matiz SD for >9 years with full satisfaction such that we dont want to replace it with a new sadans like TATA,Mahindra and GM as their performace does not come at par. But now we need to replace a delco and a hose pipe set for engine-radiator which are not available in Ahmedabad even at GM. Where to procure them?

  13. on 25 Jul, 2008 at 09:37 AM Kesari

    I have had this car for 9 years and there have been no problems as yet.Spares are available in the market but bodyparts are difficult to locate.

  14. on 19 Aug, 2008 at 02:25 PM Renuka

    Can you name the Matiz spare resellers in Hyderabad? What is the price & mileage? I've like to buy this one. please revert back on my email id: renukadongre@yahoo.com & renukadongre@yahoo.co.in

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