Daewoo Imperial. 1989–93 (prod. 863). 4-door sedan. F/R, 2969 cm³ (I6 OHC). Poshest vehicle on the GM V-car (Opel Rekord E) platform, Imperial was the most upscale development of the series at Daewoo. Conceived as a response to the Hyundai Sonata and Grandeur, with styling apeing top Chryslers (notably the last Imperial and the New Yorker) and Japanese luxury sedans. Formal roofline (not just a vinyl cap), and new front and rear ends, hid the Opel Senator A1 roots. Vinyl roof available, covering the back part. Double-D ornament on grille. Engine size meant to surpass what Hyundai had put in to the Sonata—the unit was shared with the Senator, and developed 156 hp.

Manufacturing location: Korea

Marque: Daewoo | Successor: Daewoo Arcadia

q.v. Daewoo Royale, Daewoo Prince, Daewoo Super Salon