Daewoo LANOS

63 registered in New Zealand · 1997–2002 · 98% from South Korea

The Daewoo LANOS is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 63 registered across model years 1997 to 2002. It produces an average of 65 kW. Most are petrol-powered hatchbacks with a 1.5L engine.

Below you'll find a complete breakdown of fuel types, body styles, drivetrain options, regional distribution, and estimated running costs. Select a specific model year to see detailed specs, buyer insights, and variant-level data for that generation of the LANOS.

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63 On NZ Roads
1.5L Engine
65 kW

Fuel Types

Daewoo LANOS fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Drivetrain

Transmission

Daewoo LANOS transmissions: 5-GEAR MANUAL 76%, 4-GEAR AUTO 22%.

Engine Size

Daewoo LANOS engine sizes: 1.5L 87%, 1.6L 13%.

Imported From

Daewoo LANOS imported from: South Korea 98%, Australia 2%.

When They Arrived in NZ

When Daewoo LANOS vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.

Daewoo LANOS NZ arrival timeline: 2000: 13, 2001: 3, 2002: 4, 2007: 1.

Colours

SILVER 15 (24%)
WHITE 15 (24%)
RED 14 (22%)
GREEN 9 (14%)
BLUE 9 (14%)
GREY 1 (2%)

Colours shown are approximate representations of NZTA basic colour categories, not exact manufacturer paint codes.

Where They Are in NZ

Daewoo LANOS regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 11, PALMERSTON NORTH: 4, HAMILTON: 4, WHANGANUI: 4, TAUPO: 3.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Daewoo LANOS are there in New Zealand?

There are 63 Daewoo LANOS vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1997 to 2002.

What body type is the Daewoo LANOS?

The Daewoo LANOS is primarily classified as a hatchback in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: saloon. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Daewoo LANOS cars imported or NZ-new?

98% of Daewoo LANOS vehicles in New Zealand originated from South Korea. The majority arrived as used imports, which is typical for this model. Check the import status and origin country for the specific year you're considering on the individual year pages.

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