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<description><![CDATA[Car Enthusiast - Daihatsu shows off eco and smart e:S concept in Tokyo. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Tokyo news: Daihatsu Deca Deca]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Car Enthusiast - We thought the Basket was a case, until we saw the Deca Deca. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:43:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu Copen : COPEN SEASON]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Car And Driving - Now packing 1.3-litre power, Daihatsu's Copen roadster offers great value and a unique personality but is it your cup of tea? Steve Walker reportsIt's rare for a mass-produced car to come along and offer something genuinely unique in the marketplace and those that do don't generally stay unique for very long. Rival marques are always quick to jump on any bandwagon that looks like it could be a goer and that's what makes Daihatsu's Copen an interesting case study. There was nothing quite like the Copen when it arrived in 2003 and there's nothing quite like it now. Sales of the little roadster have never been spectacular but with 1.3-litre power, the Copen looks better equipped to make an impact.The flat refusal by other manufacturers to follow Daihatsu down the trail they blazed with the Copen could be taken in a number of ways but the fact remains that if you're after a tiny sportscar with a folding hard-top roof and a small economical engine, your options are limited to one. The Copen was developed in Japan where the Kei-car regulations offer tax and insurance benefits to vehicles below a specific size and engine capacity but it was reengineered to meet European legislation and offered for sale in the UK. The Copen originally arrived on these shores with the 660cc turbocharged engine that it needed to creep under the Kei-car regulations in Daihatsu's home market. It only had 63bhp but it revved all the way up to 8,500rpm and it made the Copen quite a hoot to drive. With a low-slung seating position and less than optimum chassis rigidity that was highlighted with the roof down, it was one of those cars that made it feel like you were going a lot faster than you actually were. Today's Copen has a 1.3-litre petrol engine which is less highly stressed for improved fuel economy and lower exhaust emissions. It's also more powerful with an 86bhp output at 6,000rpm and quicker, with 0-60mph taken care of in 9.5 seconds instead of 11.7 seconds in old car."The 1.3-litre engine may not have the maniac zing of the original turbo unit but it makes more sense for the UK marketplace"As long as you don't lever yourself into the Copen expecting a veritable feast of finely honed driving dynamics, you'll enjoy it. The power steering is direct and accurate while body roll is well contained through the corners, giving you the confidence to press on. The suspension is firm and can become tiresome over poorly surfaced roads but it's adequate on the flat. The amount of flex in the car's chassis increases when you pop the hood down but wind in your hair and the engine buzzing in your ears is still the way to enjoy this car. Having said that, the Copen's size, short overhangs and nimble handling make it a good companion for urban driving where a whole range of creative parking opportunities open themselves up - the car is less than 3.5m long after all. The roof is the Copen's party piece and the car looks good with the hardtop folded or deployed. Fabricated from aluminium, it's a lightweight structure and it flips neatly up and down, courtesy of a series of electric motors, in 25 seconds. There are two catches on the header rail to flip and then a dash-mounted button does the rest. What's more, a proper metal roof makes a lot of sense in the city, proving a less tempting target for knife-wielding idiots. The interior is nicely, if a little unadventurously, styled and features a compartment behind the seats for odds and ends. Otherwise, the boot space is briefcase-sized, due to the fact that the roof `cassette' impinges into the luggage bay. If you commit to driving with the roof up, you'll achieve more room. The curvy, retro styling of the Copen is always going to divide opinion. Let's just say that it isn't particularly macho and leave it at that. Owners absolutely love the way the Copen looks and that's despite them having to shoulder the odd Noddy jibe hurled in their direction. This `Toytown factor' should always be considered before you specify your Copen in Yellow or offer a lift to friends who could be considered over-endowed in the ear department. The Copen's sub £12,000 price point immediately sets it apart from every other folding hard-top car on the market. Before the 1.3-litre engine was installed, the Copen was over £2,000 more expensive so now, for the sort of money that would get you a modestly specified supermini, it looks a significant bargain. Standard equipment includes air-conditioning, electric windows, electric mirrors, remote central locking, alloy wheels, front fog lamps, a CD stereo and a small boot spoiler. Sales are unlikely to go off the scale so the Copen will remain an unusual and exclusive sight on the road, just the way owners like it. Daihatsu has also made a big effort to endow the Copen with strong safety credentials. Despite its size, the car features seatbelts with pretensioners and force-limiters, twin front airbags, side impact protection and twin roll-over bars. There's also ABS with EBD for safer stopping. The Copen is a cheap car to buy and to run. The 1.3-litre engine produces creditable economy figures of 47.1mpg on the combined cycle and 56.5mpg under extra urban conditions. In the urban areas where many Copens spend much of their time, the car still manages 36.7mpg which is good for a citycar but great for a folding hard-top coupe - even if this one has uniquely tiny dimensions. Emissions of 140g/km are reasonable and won't provoke the tax man too strongly while insurance grouping of 9 is hardly the stuff of sportscars. The appeal of the Copen is obvious. For the kind of money that would otherwise secure you some bog standard supermini or an econo-box citycar clone, you can get a car with real personality. Yes, the Copen is flawed and some buyers will be instantly repelled by the whole cutesy concept but those with whom the little Daihatsu strikes a chord will be convinced they've met their motoring match. The 1.3-litre engine may not have the maniac zing of the original turbo unit but it makes more sense for the UK marketplace. Equipment levels are high and safety provision is surprisingly strong. Could it be that the reason nobody else has followed Daihatsu into the micro roadster sector is that they don't think they could do any better? Maybe not but in its own personal niche market of one, the Copen is the default choice.Facts At A Glance CAR: Daihatsu Copen PRICE: £11,745 - on the road INSURANCE GROUP: 9 CO2 EMISSIONS: 140g/km PERFORMANCE: Max Speed 112mph / 0-60mph 9.5s FUEL ECONOMY: (urban) 36.7mpg / (extra urban) 56.5mpg / (combined) 47.1mpg STANDARD SAFETY FEATURES: Twin Airbags / ABS with EBD / seatbelt pretensioners WILL IT FIT IN YOUR GARAGE?: Length/Width/Height 3440/1475/1245mm]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2009 10:32:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 13:47:14 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu Terios : AN SUV THAT ISN'T OTT]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Car And Driving - If you can accept it for what it is, Daihatsu's Terios represents a very affordable route into 4x4 motoring. Jonathan Crouch reportsDaihatsu's Terios makes a genuinely strong case for itself if you want an inexpensive small 4x4 but don't want the hassle of buying used. It isn't intended for serious off road duties but for small families in rural areas living active lives, it might be a clever alternative to a conventional compact car.Just because you need a compact runabout, you don't have to buy a supermini or a family hatchback. Wouldn't it be nice if you could have something like one of those small Freelander-sized 4x4s? Well yes it would as long as the car came with affordable running costs and a sub-£15,000 price tag. If you think that's a big ask, then perhaps you need to be thinking about a Daihatsu Terios. This rare combination of virtues isn't an easy one to perfect and the Japanese brand has had a couple of stabs at getting it right. The first generation version arrived here in 1997, but a noisy engine, a bouncy ride and a narrow cabin meant it wasn't universally well received, many choosing to find another grand or so for something like a Suzuki Grand Vitara. The MK2 Terios we're looking at here, announced in 2006, was however, a considerable improvement. Much bigger (though still on the small side), it was a far better steer. Finally, you could happily recommend it to budget buyers bored with ordinary runabouts. You don't buy an affordable 4x4 and expect it to be much fun to drive - they simply aren't. We're not about to pretend that this Terios bucks the trend but the ride and flat cornering stance are both better than we were expecting. No, they're not up to the standards of conventional class-leading compact cars but many will happily trade that for this Daihatsu's high-set 4x4-like seating position and trendy go-anywhere looks. It certainly feels a lot more nimble than most compact SUVs, though both steering and gearbox feel a bit vague. The penalty for that nimble handling is off road ability that's decidedly modest. At first glance, this car looks a more `serious' 4x4 than more car-like rivals like Suzuki's SX4 or Fiat's Sedici but with a mere 17cm of ground clearance, the reality is that it isn't. Find a little more for Suzuki's Grand Vitara if that's what you want. Still, though the Terios isn't the ideal tool to take out into the wilds, wheel articulation is surprisingly good and although the little Daihatsu will adopt some rather dramatic angles of lean through a gnarly off road test course, it'll manage to keep its belly from scraping too badly."This Daihatsu would tick quite a few people's buying boxes. If only they knew about itâ€¦."More likely usage will be from potential owners living up steep hills in rural areas or down unmade roads. For them, permanent four-wheel drive with a 50:50 front-to-rear torque-split and a locking centre differential that cuts in automatically or can be selected manually should be fine to keep the family from getting snowed in, even during the coldest snap. What you won't buy this car for is a lifestyle that involves regular motorway trips. They've rather oddly named this car the `Be-Go' in Japan, but `go' isn't really a feature of a 103bhp 1.5-litre petrol engine that isn't really at its best in these conditions. Since it's not got much pulling power, to make meaningful progress, you've constantly to extend it to the point where it becomes slightly raucous. Sixty is 12.4s away but top speed is limited to just 99mph. This Terios shares many of its underpinning with the second generation Toyota RAV4 - which is in fact a pretty good recommendation. Unlike the first generation version, there's enough space inside to suit young families, even though at just over 4000mm long, it's about the same size as a Ford Fiesta. The cabin remains rather narrow for three across the back seat, but there's enough head and legroom for four tall adults to sit comfortably. Luggage space is 380 litres with the rear seats in place and 778 with them folded (though they don't go completely flat). That's respectively a little more and a little less than you'd expect from a conventional supermini. The luggage bay is square and accessible via the side-hinged tailgate: ideal for those humping around small children's buggies, or for wheelchair users. The interior is clean and unfussy, though still obviously built to a budget price. All the controls are simply laid out, there's a beautifully integrated stereo system and the cowled instrument panel is a very nice touch. The seats aren't that comfortable for long journeys but they do adjust for height, as does the steering wheel (though not for reach). All round visibility is good: ideal for urban users. List prices suggest that you'll pay between £13,000 and £15,000 for your Terios, similar money to that being demanded by Suzuki for more affordable versions of its Grand Vitara - though these (like Suzuki's cruder but much cheaper Jimny model) only have three doors. You'll need to budget a couple of thousand more for a five-door Grand Vitara or a similar rival like Jeep's Patriot, though both will try and justify this premium with additional power that adds to your running costs but creates a more relaxed cruiser. Elsewhere, a Terios budget will buy you more car-like all-wheel drive five-door models like Suzuki's SX4 4Grip or Fiat's Sedici. Or indeed, in the ordinary 2WD world, a reasonably plush Fiesta: that puts the price into perspective. With one 1.5-litre petrol engine and a single five-door bodystyle, the Terios range isn't too difficult to get a handle on. All variants feature reversing sensors, air conditioning, a single CD player, electric windows all round and central locking. You also get safety kit including anti lock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution and twin front and side airbags. Less laudably, some important items don't even make it to the options list. These include curtain airbags and the kind of ESP stability control system that can get you out of trouble in slippery conditions or if you enter a corner too fast. Unless you're loading the car to the gunwales and flogging the 1.5-litre engine, fuel economy is OK. This petrol engine will return 35.8mpg on the combined cycle and 29.1 around town though the 185g/km CO2 figure is pretty high for a compact car. These are the kind of running costs you'd expect from something like a 2.0-litre petrol Ford Mondeo. Insurance groupings range between 7 and 8 and depreciation figures of just over 40 per cent are fairly strong for a budget 4x4. One reason why is the impressive five year unlimited mileage warranty with five years of roadside assistance. Much as we would like to be able to afford a fully specified Land Rover Freelander or Toyota RAV4, the real world often intervenes and caps the budget to more limited numbers. The Daihatsu Terios is a welcome reminder that if you have less than £15,000 to spend on a 4x4, you can still buy something with a measure of sophistication, decent engineering and no shortage of equipment. For the money, there's no five-door rival with the same proper SUV feel and it's that budget pricing that also opens Terios ownership up to those who'd maybe never otherwise have considered a 4x4 at all. Though there are a few sacrifices to be made in terms of running costs and car-like dynamics, they're not too great and in return, you get that elevated seating position and the all-weather security of permanent four-wheel drive. Often overlooked, this Daihatsu would tick quite a few people's buying boxes. If only they knew about it.Facts At A Glance CAR: Daihatsu Terios range PRICES: £12,725-£14,680 - on the road INSURANCE GROUPS: 7-8 CO2 EMISSIONS: 185-191g/km PERFORMANCE: [Terios SX] Max Speed 99mph / 0-60mph 12.2s FUEL CONSUMPTION: [Terios S] (urban) 29.1 (extra urban) 40.4 (combined) 35.8mpg STANDARD SAFETY FEATURES: Twin front and side airbags, ABS with EBD WILL IT FIT IN YOUR GARAGE?: (length/width/height) 4055/1695/1690mm]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2009 16:27:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu Sirion Range : SUITS YOU, SIR]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Car And Driving - Cheap to buy and to run, Daihatsu's Sirion is an unusual citrycar choice but it's still one that makes sense. Jonathan Crouch reportsDaihatsu's Sirion is a little car that many UK buyers might quite enjoy - if only they knew about it. For the few that take the plunge, it's an affordable citycar with a supermini outlook and its own rather endearing character.If we asked you the name of the first Japanese maker to import its cars into Britain, we bet you'd get it wrong. The answer, if you're interested, is Daihatsu, who first appeared here back in 1964. Today, the brand is mainly owned by Toyota and still specialises in the kind of tiny cars it sold here in the Sixties. Cars like this one, the Sirion citycar. The name apparently comes from a river in `Lord of the Rings' and is a lot catchier than the badgework this design must wear in Japan, where it's sold as both the Daihatsu Boon and the Toyota Passo. This second generation Sirion started life back in 2004 pitched into the supermini market, but the importers realised that wasn't going to wash and now more realistically, this model sells against smaller citycars like Vauxhall's Agila, Fiat's Panda and Toyota's own Aygo. Not in very great numbers it has to be said, for this is a car that escapes the attention of most buyers in this sector. But perhaps it shouldn't. If you can operate a payphone, you should have no difficulty with figuring out how to drive this car. No, scrub that. We've been into some payphones that are a whole lot trickier to figure out than a Sirion. All the controls are legibly marked, the steering is light and the ride is surprisingly supple for a small runabout. The manual gearbox probably isn't as direct as it could be and the windscreen pillars can be intrusive when negotiating tight roundabouts but other than that, this is an extremely easy car to drive, though the lack of ultimate grip from the skinny tyres and the slight extra lean in corners from the tall shape means it's not one you'd really want to chuck about. More importantly on the plus side, the power steering is light and easy for town work and the large glass area commands an excellent view out."An interesting and beguiling alternative to more commonplace small carsâ€¦"Performance from the 1.0-litre engine we tried is best described as unhurried, the 68bhp unit getting the Sirion to 60mph in 13.9 seconds and on to a top speed of 99mph, so you'll need to work the gearbox hard to make rapid progress. You'll either see the off-beat three-cylinder thrum as noisy or deep and characterful. If the former, then the alternative 1.3 or 1.5-litre four cylinder petrol models will be preferable and are better suited to open road driving, the 1.3 making sixty in 11.4s on the way to 106mph. These variants also offer the option of a four-speed automatic, but it isn't a very slick unit and unless 90% of your driving is in stop/start city traffic, we'd stick to the manual car. The Sirion's shape is tall and chunky and still looks fresh. It's even quite trendy with its smiley face, pronounced wheelarches, squared-off tail and Smart-like dashboard. Fit and finish is pretty good, even if the quality of the plastics isn't very appealing. The front end of the car has been designed to do well in pedestrian safety tests and laudably, front and side airbags are standard on all models, as are ISOFIX child seat fixings in the outer rear seats and a trio of three-point seat belts in the rear. Anti-lock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution are also included. There's certainly no shortage of headroom inside the Sirion. Six footers should find no issues in either the back or the front where the speedometer pod moves with the steering column as you adjust your position. Like most modern compact cars, this Daihatsu features a multitude of cup holders, stowage spaces, trays and cubbies and it also includes a split level glovebox, neither compartment yielding much in the way of useable space. Rather surprisingly, the seats are firmer than you'd expect and give good support, even to broad shouldered drivers. In the rear, you can not only wear a top hat but also park your knees without feeling scrunched-up. It's even possible to adjust the angle of the rear backrest to more easily send the kids to sleep on longer trips. Rear luggage space runs to 225 litres with the rear seats in place and 630-litres with them split folded - in other words, not supermini size but quite enough to rival other citycars. List prices suggest that you'll pay between £8,000 and £11,000 for your Sirion which, believe it or not, is the pricing landscape occupied by most mainstream citycars - some indeed cost more. A few have more tempting entry-level prices and it's a pity that Daihatsu doesn't do a stripped-out entry-level 1.0-litre Sirion to compete with cars like Hyundai's i10 or Suzuki's Alto, though these are very slightly smaller. Still, given that most modern Fiesta or Corsa-sized superminis have list prices in the £10,000 to £15,000 bracket (yes really) and this Daihatsu does much of what a supermini will deliver, there's plenty to like about it from a value perspective, though it's worth pointing out that the same design sells here in 1.3-litre form badged as a Perodua Myvi at a model-for-model saving of about £800. There's no diesel but few citycar customers tend to want one anyway. So it's a petrol choice between the 68bhp three cylinder 1.0-litre unit, or a couple of four cylinder engines, the 90bhp 1.3-litre unit shared with older Toyota Yaris superminis and a 102bhp 1.5-litre powerplant. Equipment-wise, you get this nicely integrated stereo CD system, though it can't cope with MP3 recordings. Sadly too, the kind of ESP stability control system that could get you out of trouble if you enter a corner too fast or on slippery surfaces isn't even an option on most models. Still, all do feature air-conditioning, four electric windows, remote central-locking and electric power-steering. No Sirion will cost an arm and a leg to run, though fuel and C02 figures (once class-leading) do betray the age of its design. The 1.0-litre version manages a combined cycle reading of 56.5mpg with CO2 emissions pegged at 118g/km, whilst its 1.3-litre stablemate less laudably delivers 48.7mpg and 137g/km. In terms of ongoing running costs, expect to pay from group 5 to group 6 insurance premiums and costs per mile work out broadly on a par with something like a Ford Fiesta 1.25. One nice touch for those entering long cycles of ownership is that the 1.3-litre version has a catalytic converter able to regenerate itself, reducing the need for an expensive replacement when the miles build up. Perhaps that's one reason why after three years of use, your Sirion will probably still be worth about 40% of what you paid for it. Another is the impressive five year unlimited mileage warranty with five years of roadside assistance. This Sirion has proved to be an acquired taste amongst UK buyers but those who've owned one tend to want to buy another - which must say something. The fact that it can't quite decide whether it wants to be a citycar or a supermini hasn't helped it slot into the UK market - which is a pity for a compact runabout that straddles these two sectors is probably exactly what a lot of buyers actually need. If you think you might be one of the relatively few who'll properly appreciate its individuality, its fresh design and its willing engines, then it's well worth trying one. Get the right price and you'll find this an interesting and beguiling alternative to more commonplace small cars.Facts At A Glance CAR: Daihatsu Sirion range PRICES: £8,320-£10,990 - on the road INSURANCE GROUPS: 5-6 CO2 EMISSIONS: 118-137g/km PERFORMANCE: [1.3] Max Speed 106mph / 0-60mph 10.9s FUEL CONSUMPTION: [1.0](combined) 56.5mpg STANDARD SAFETY FEATURES: Twin front, side airbags, ABS, EBD WILL IT FIT IN YOUR GARAGE ?: Length 3600mm/Width1665mm/Height1550mm]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2009 16:38:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu Materia : MATERIA WITNESS]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Car And Driving - Taking design inspiration from the package your new dishwasher came in is always a risk but the people behind Daihatsu's Materia might be on to something. Steve Walker thinks inside the boxâ€¦The Daihatsu Materia uses its square styling to the max in offering a spacious interior with plenty of practicality. There's some nice detailing as well and although you're in no danger of being blown away by the performance or the economy, it's a fun and highly individual choice.For some time now, the people who design our small cars have been embroiled in an ongoing quest for the most space-efficient shape possible. Of course, we already know what that shape is. Nothing maximises roominess on the inside while keeping dimensions manageable on the outside quite like our old friend the box. The only snag is that nobody really wants to drive around in one. Over recent years, we've seen overhangs shrink and rooflines rise as citycars and small MPVs gradually evolve in boxy directions but with its Materia, Daihatsu may have gone further towards the inevitable than any marque before it. Is it really hip to be square? The Materia arrives on these shores with some history behind it. It's the second generation of a vehicle that had been on sale in Japan badged as a Toyota and in the United States under Toyota's youth-orientated Scion brand. Daihatsu is a Toyota-owned company these days and the Japanese also have a Daihatsu-badged version but where we know ours as the Materia, they call theirs the Coo. Whatever you want to call it, there's no doubt that the Materia is an unusual sight for UK eyes with nothing looking quite like it having made it over here through official channels as yet. Nissan threatened to import their aptly-named Cube which follows similar visual themes and if the Materia strikes a chord with buyers, who knows? They certainly fit neatly into the shipping containers."Is it really hip to be square?"Daihatsu's links to Toyota loom large yet again in the Materia's engine bay where you'll find the 1.5-litre variable valve timing petrol engine that's also seen service in the Toyota Yaris as well as Daihatsu's own Terios. The unit develops its maximum 102bhp at 6,000rpm and peak torque of 131Nm at 4,400rpm. It all means that, in common with most variable valve timing petrol engines, the Materia's installation gives its best in the upper reaches of the rev-range. At lower engine speeds, expect good refinement and a smooth delivery of what power there is but no fireworks. The 0-60mph sprint will take 10.8s in the five-speed manual car or 13.7s if you opt for the four-speed automatic. There's also a 106mph top speed. The Materia's handling characteristics have been tweaked for European tastes with the addition of a front anti-roll bar that the Japanese market manages without and firmer suspension. At the rear, there's a semi-independent torsion beam set-up and the steering is through a rack and pinion system with hydraulic assistance. The stubby nose helps deliver a tight 9.8m turning circle. Daihatsu claims that the vehicle has established a cult-following in the markets where it's offered for sale and it's easy to see how it might. The squared-off lines and dramatically flared wheelarches are extremely distinctive with the car maintaining a low, ground-hugging stance despite being taller than supermini MPV rivals like Vauxhall's Meriva and Renault's Modus. The squat look is further enhanced by the narrow glasshouse and the high window line that rises up towards the rear of the car. Recent Daihatsu products have ditched the traditional wafer thin plastics and cheap detailing of a budget Asian brand in favour of Toyota-sourced switchgear and sturdy build quality. The Materia continues the theme with a classy look and feel to its cabin which, incidentally, is as spacious as the boxy exterior would suggest. The rear bench slides fore or aft adjusting the ratio of rear legroom to boot space and at the back, the load floor is flush with the tailgate so hefty objects can be easily slid inside. Entries and exits are made simple by the deep door openings and there are some impressive detail touches about the cabin including the liquid black finish of the plastic stereo surround and the spooky blue illumination of the armrests in the front doors. With one engine and one trim level, choosing your Materia should present few problems. The Car retails at around £11,000 with the manual gearbox or £800 more with the automatic that might find favour amongst city drivers. In its other markets, the car has been marketed at younger buyers looking for the extra practicality and space that a supermini MPV yields over a standard supermini but without the frumpy image. The Materia seems to fill the role well and although it may be destined to live out its life as a niche market product over here, it definitely brings something fresh to this rather staid market sector. There's only one factory option on the Materia (metallic paint for £325) but standard equipment levels leave very little to the imagination when you remember that we're talking about an £11,000 car. There's air-conditioning, a CD stereo with MP3 compatibility, remote central locking, a split folding rear seat, alloy wheels and front fog lamps. Safety kit includes twin front and side airbags as well as ABS with EBD. The combined cycle fuel economy of the Materia is nothing to write home about, the 1.5-litre petrol engine recording just over 39mpg when mated to the manual gearbox and just under 38mpg when specified in conjunction with the auto `box. We've been conditioned to expect headline grabbing economy figures from small diesel engines in the supermini-MPV sector and the Materia's lack of a diesel option may put some buyers off. CO2 emissions of 169g/km are also fairly average. The Materia's unorthodox styling and relative exclusivity should stop it from depreciating too violently as should Toyota's influence on the build quality and reliability fronts. All models come with Daihatsu's standard three-year unlimited mileage warranty. The supermini MPV sector doesn't usually give us much to get excited about, populated as it is by supermini-based vehicles boasting a smidgeon of extra practicality. Vauxhall's faintly ridiculous Meriva VXR performance model or Peugeot's 1007 with its sliding doors were about as lively as this category of vehicles got before the Materia came along. There's no doubt that the way it looks will repel as many punters as it entices but if you're one of those who rather likes the box-based styling, you'll find a well-built, spacious and good value small car lurking beneath. A diesel engine would have been nice for the improved economy and extra muscle but the petrol keeps the upfront cost down and it will do an adequate job for families in our congested urban areas. The cult following that Daihatsu says the vehicle achieved in America and its home market is probably the best that the Materia can hope for here but that's better than no following at all and who's to say that it won't catch on more forcefully, encouraging other manufacturers to consider the undoubted merits of the box.Facts At A Glance CAR: Daihatsu Materia PRICE: £10,770 - on the road INSURANCE GROUP: 8 CO2 EMISSIONS: 169g/km PERFORMANCE: 0-60mph 10.8s / Max Speed 106mph FUEL CONSUMPTION: (combined) 39.2mpg STANDARD SAFETY FEATURES: Twin front, side airbags, ABS, EBD WILL IT FIT IN YOUR GARAGE ?: Length/Width/Heightmm 3800/1690/1635]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 13:02:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu & Hyundai, Five years, unlimited miles]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Car Enthusiast - Drive as far as you like for five years with a Daihatsu or Hyundai.]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 18:19:28 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu Sirion SE+ : SE YOUR CAR COSTS CUT]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Car And Driving - Motoring can be an expensive business but Daihatsu's Sirion 1.0 SE+ does a good job of cutting costs. Steve Walker reports.So you've got £10,000 to spend on a new car. It sounds like a lot of money but a swift scan through the price lists will often reveal that it doesn't buy you as much as you'd hoped. If you're after a car that's going to prove cheap to run as well as to buy, those options diminish further and if a generous specification is another essential, you'll really be struggling to turn up many viable options. One of the few cars that might fit the bill is Daihatsu's Sirion 1.0 SE+. It's not a car that readily springs to mind for most buyers in this market but it deserves more attention than it sometimes gets.Marketed in Japan as both the Daihatsu Boon and the Toyota Passo, the Sirion has proved popular overseas but is still a relatively rare sight on UK roads. Still, don't let that put you off. Since Daihatsu is part owned by Toyota, it has access to a huge amount of know-how when it comes to small cars. Not that there's any lack in pedigree, with the marque having sold cars in the UK since 1964 - longer than any other Japanese manufacturer. Performance from the 1.0-litre engine is best described as unhurried, the 68bhp unit getting the Sirion to 60mph in 13.5 seconds and on to a top speed of 99mph. The off-beat three-cylinder thrum is noisy but deeper and more characterful than the rather anodyne engine note of the alternative 1.3 or 1.5-litre petrol models that Daihatsu offers in the Sirion and for that reason alone, it would be my pick. The steering is light and the ride is surprisingly supple for a small car. The manual gearbox probably isn't as direct as it could be and the windscreen pillars can be intrusive when negotiating tight roundabouts but other than that, this is an extremely easy car to drive. In this sector of the market, that's more than half the battle."Sitting somewhere between the supermini and citycar sectors, it's a car with individuality built in and few significant drawbacks"There's certainly no shortage of headroom inside the Sirion. Six footers should find no issues in either the front or the rear and legroom is also surprisingly good. It's even possible to adjust the rake of the rear backrest. Naturally, this abundance of cabin space comes at a price and rear luggage space isn't the best. Like most modern compact cars, the Sirion features a multitude of cup holders, stowage spaces, trays and cubbies and it also includes a split level glovebox, neither compartment yielding much in the way of useable space. Rather surprisingly, the seats are firmer than you'd expect and give good support, even to broad shouldered drivers. The front end of the car has been designed to do well in pedestrian safety tests, the deformable bumper and nose cone section and ample space below the domed bonnet being a whole lot friendlier than many rivals. Front, side and curtain airbags are standard on all models, ISOFIX child seat fixings in the outer rear seats and a trio of three-point seat belts in the rear. Anti-lock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution are also included. The SE+ package secures you a reasonable haul of equipment. There's air-conditioning, a CD stereo, remote central locking, electric windows, an electric sunroof and electric power steering. The exterior look of the car is enhanced by front fog lights and side protection mouldings, while inside there's a leather steering wheel and gearknob combo. Safety provision includes four airbags and ABS brakes, so there's very little left to the imagination for what is a sub £10,000 car. All Daihatsu models now come with a five-year unlimited mileage warranty which gives them a real edge over the majority of their direct rivals. Couple this with the brand's excellent reliability record and you have a recipie for a trouble free ownership experience. None of the Sirion models will cost an arm and a leg to run, the 1.0-litre petrol engine managing a combined total off 56.5 miles per gallon. Carbon dioxide emissions are pegged at a lowly 118g/km. which will put it onto the radars of canny urban buyers looking to cut their tax bills. In terms of ongoing running costs, expect to pay group 4 insurance premiums and costs per mile work out broadly on a par with something like a Ford Fiesta 1.25. The Sirion's issue is that in many ways it falls between what we'd expect from a citycar and what we'd see as a supermini. Daihatsu is keen to highlight the cost-cutting prowess of its Sirion and with good reason. The car dips under the £10,000 barrier with a very generous specification in SE+ guise and a highly economical 1.0-litre petrol engine. It's simple to drive, surprisingly comfortable and while the interior isn't the last word in sophistication, it's roomy and well built. You may not have considered the Sirion as a worthy destination for your £10,000 small car budget but in 1.0 SE+ guise, it's worth a look. Sitting somewhere between the supermini and citycar sectors, it's a car with individuality built in and few significant drawbacks.Facts At A Glance CAR: Daihatsu Sirion 1.0 SE+ PRICE: £9,670 - on the road INSURANCE GROUP: 4 CO2 EMISSIONS: 118g/km PERFORMANCE: [1.0] Max Speed 99mph / 0-60mph 13.9s FUEL CONSUMPTION: [1.0](combined) 56.5mpg STANDARD SAFETY FEATURES: Twin front and side airbags, ABS, EBD WILL IT FIT IN YOUR GARAGE ?: Length 3600mm/Width1665mm/Height1550mm]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 11:33:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu Sirion 1.5 SX : LEFT FIELD, RIGHT ON THE MONEY]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Car And Driving - The Daihatsu Sirion probably isn't the most obvious supermini choice, but in 1.5-litre guise it has a lot going for it. Andy Enright reportsSometimes the obvious choices aren't always the most rewarding. Yes, there is an element of meritocracy that makes a best selling car, but is it outweighed by the depressing feeling that you're following an extremely well-worn tyre track? If that is indeed the case, the next option is to search for an alternative that's a bit different but which won't punish you financially nor be obviously off the pace. The Daihatsu Sirion is just that car and in 1.5-litre SX guise, it's punchier than the class average too.The Sirion has had quite a big job to do, having been given the task of replacing two car ranges. Not only did it pension off the old Sirion, but the latest car also had to cover for the YRV which bit the bullet. Marketed in Japan as both the Daihatsu Boon and the Toyota Passo, the Sirion has already got off to a sharp start. Since Daihatsu is part owned by Toyota, it has access to a huge amount of know-how when it comes to small cars. Not that the marque lacks anything in pedigree itself having been selling cars in the UK since 1964 - longer than any other Japanese manufacturer. Driving a Sirion feels as if you've stumbled onto a secret that other supermini buyers aren't privy to. While it's resolutely modern in all the regards that matter, there remains an effervescent liveliness to it that seems to have been engineered out of many of its rivals, buried beneath layers of sound deadening and heavyweight materials. That lack of inertia gives the Sirion real get up and go and although the 1.5-litre engine only generates 102bhp, it'll still sling the Sirion SX to 60mph in 9.8 seconds and on to a top speed of 109mph. Peak power arrives at 6,000rpm, so you'll need to give the throttle pedal some aggro to extract the best of the Sirion's performance but there is some low down torque thanks to Daihattsu's Dynamic Variable Valve Timing system. Handling is sharp with quick steering helping the Sirion to an almost neurotic ability to change direction. Roll resistance is better than the class average although the brakes and gearchange can be bettered elsewhere. The fitment of stability control adds a welcome safety net to the car's handling repertoire, braking each wheel individually to prevent a loss of traction and to help correct an incipient skid."Driving a Sirion feels as if you've stumbled onto a secret that other supermini buyers aren't privy to."The truncated nose and nicely contoured rear wheelarch and rear wing combination are redolent of the sharply-styled Mitsubishi, although the front grille is a little anonymous. The front end of the car has been designed to do well in pedestrian safety tests, the deformable bumper and nose cone section and ample space below the domed bonnet being a whole lot friendlier than many rivals. Front, side and curtain airbags are standard on all models, as are ISOFIX child seat fixings in the outer rear seats and a trio of three-point seat belts in the rear. Anti-lock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution are also included. There's certainly no shortage of headroom inside the Sirion. Six footers should find no issues in either the front or the rear and legroom is also surprisingly good. It's even possible to adjust the rake of the rear backrest. Naturally this abundance of cabin space comes at a price and rear luggage space isn't the best. Like most modern superminis, the Sirion features a multitude of cup holders, stowage spaces, trays and cubbies and it also includes a split level glove box, neither compartment yielding much in the way of useable space. Rather surprisingly, the seats are firmer than you'd expect and give good support, even to broad-shouldered drivers. To date, the Sirion has campaigned with either an 87bhp 1.3-litre, developed from a unit shared by the previous Sirion - and indeed, the Toyota Yaris - or the entry-level engine which is a 1.0-litre three-cylinder unit that punches above its 69bhp weight. The addition of the 1.5-litre powerplant in SX trim moves the range a little further upmarket but Daihatsu has been realistic about the limits of this car's badge equity and kept the price sensible at around £10,275 on the road. This means it undercuts cars like the 86bhp Mazda2 1.3, the 1.2-litre Vauxhall Corsa and the 1.2-litre Renault Clio. Although these cars are bigger, the Sirion counters with more engine. It's also very well equipped, a consequence of buying a range-topping car rather than one at the foot of its line up. Expect to find stability control, alloy wheels, air conditioning, electric windows all round, twin front and side airbags, a CD stereo and remote central locking. There's also a rev counter, an LCD info panel on the speedometer that shows current and average fuel consumption plus an auxiliary input for your iPod. Add to that a deep front spoiler, front fog lights, side skirts and a tail spoiler and the package looks very competitive, Fuel economy is strong with the Sirion 1.5 SX able to return 54.3mpg on the extra urban cycle, which is manufacturer jargon for typical A-road driving. Specify the car with an automatic gearbox and that figure drops to 51.4mpg which is still hardly ruinous. The auto box tacks another £800 onto the price and is really only worth it if much of your driving involves schlepping along through city snarl ups. You should see around 36 per cent of your initial investment back three years down the road if you choose to resell the car. This is the one area where Daihatsu's poor product recognition will hurt the buyer, this figure being far worse than a Mazda2 or even a Mitsubishi Colt. Insurance is unlikely to be too steep, with the Sirion being rated a very safe bet and unlikely to draw the wrong sort of attention. Security is also well rated. Going determinedly against the flow has to have a caveat somewhere but in the case of the Daihatsu Sirion 1.5 SX it's easy to argue that the benefits outweigh the costs. It's important to go into buying any car with your eyes open and factoring in the Sirion's modest residual value will enable you to compare it with rather more boring rivals that will nevertheless cling onto their value a bit better. As with anything else, weighing the cost of this transaction will enable you to come to a decision as to whether the Sirion represents a decent value proposition. Much will depend on how much you actually enjoy driving. If a car is little other than a motorised shopping trolley, look elsewhere. If you'd rather have something that will paint a grin on your face as soon as you turn the key, the Daihatsu Sirion 1.5SX is money very well spent.Facts At A Glance CAR: Daihatsu Sirion 1.5 SX PRICES: £10,275 - on the road INSURANCE GROUP: 6 CO2 EMISSIONS: 142g/km [est] PERFORMANCE: Max Speed 109mph / 0-60mph 9.8s FUEL CONSUMPTION:(extra urban) 54.3mpg STANDARD SAFETY FEATURES: Twin front and side airbags, ABS, EBD, stability control WILL IT FIT IN YOUR GARAGE ?: Length 3605mm/Width1665mm/Height1550mm]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 16:39:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu Terios (2006 - To Date) : LITTLE BIG FOOT]]></title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 01:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu Terios Range : OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS]]></title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 11:53:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu Sirion Centenary Limited Edition : A CELEBRATION WORTH HAVING]]></title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 07 Sep 2007 18:05:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu Sirion1.3 SX : SX SELLS]]></title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 07 Sep 2007 17:34:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu Charade : NO MORE GAMES]]></title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jun 2007 01:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu Terios Range [New] : OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS]]></title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jan 2007 12:08:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu Fourtrak (1984 - 2002) : 4x4 PLAY]]></title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2006 01:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu Sportrak (1989 - 1998) : AFFORDABLE 4X4 FUN]]></title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2006 01:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu Cuore (1997 - 2003) : MODELS COVERED: 3/5dr hatchback, 660cc, 850cc, 1.0 petrol [Base, +, Avanzato]]]></title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2006 01:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2006 01:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu Applause (1990 - 1996) : APPLAUSE FOR THOUGHT?]]></title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2006 01:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2006 01:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu Sirion (1998 - 2005) : SUITS YOU, SIR-ION]]></title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2006 01:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu Charade (2003 - To Date) : SQUARE BUT SATISFYING]]></title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2006 01:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu YRV (2001 - 2005) : YOURE ONLY YOUNG TWICE]]></title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2006 01:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu GrandMove (1997 - 2001) : ALL THE RIGHT MOVES]]></title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2006 01:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Oct 2006 11:28:43 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu Charade Range : THE SECOND COMING]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jun 2006 12:49:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Daihatsu Extol Van Range : FOR WHOM THE EX-TOLS]]></title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Mar 2006 11:12:00 GMT</pubDate>
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