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Daihatsu Terios KID 0.7 i 12V CL (60 Hp)
Overall Rating
Daihatsu Terios:
The Daihatsu Terios is a mini SUV produced by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Daihatsu since 1997 as the successor to the F300 series Rocky. It was initially offered in both short- and long-wheelbase configurations before the former stopped production in 2016 to be replaced by the A200 series Rocky crossover in 2019. The long-wheelbase variant is available mainly for the Indonesian market with three-row seating options. A smaller kei car model called it the Terios Kid/Lucia was also available for the first-generation model....(Read more on Wikipedia)
KID Overview:
Daihatsu Terios (KID). With 84 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10 l/100km). Weighing only 960 kg, it’s quite light. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 135 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Daihatsu Terios KID, being a Kei car primarily for the Japanese market, was not subjected to Euro NCAP crash tests. Its safety features are typical of its era and class, focusing on basic occupant protection.
0.7 i 12V CL (60 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for city driving and light off-road excursions, with the manual gearbox providing better control over the turbocharged 60 Hp engine. Highway cruising can feel strained.
Fuel Economy
Given its 4x4 drivetrain and turbocharger, the fuel economy is reasonable for its class, though not outstanding. Urban consumption is higher, as expected.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent maneuverability and compact size for urban environments
- • Standard 4x4 capability offers light off-road potential and all-weather traction
- • Reliable and simple turbocharged Kei engine
- • Distinctive and charming mini-SUV styling
- • Good fuel tank capacity for its class (40L)
Cons:
- • Limited power and acceleration, especially on highways
- • High urban fuel consumption for a Kei car (10 l/100 km)
- • Basic interior comfort and features
- • Small trunk space, even with rear seats folded
- • Lack of modern safety features and no Euro NCAP rating
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(J1: 1997 - 2006).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Daihatsu |
| Model: | Terios |
| Generation: | KID |
| Modification (Engine): | 0.7 i 12V CL (60 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 60 Hp @ 6800 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 91 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 84 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 659 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 68 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 60.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 135 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16 kg/Hp, 62.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 11.4 kg/Nm, 87.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 960 |
| Max. weight: | 1180 |
| Max load: | 220 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 410 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 129 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3395 mm mm [450mm less] |
| Width: | 1475 mm mm [80mm less] |
| Height: | 1675 mm mm [20mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2420 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1275 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1280 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 175/80 R15 S |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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