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Daihatsu Move Latte (L55) 0.7 i 16V RS (64 Hp)
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Daihatsu Move:
The Daihatsu Move is a kei car/city car manufactured by the Japanese automaker Daihatsu between 1995 and 2023, and was reintroduced in 2025. The Move is Daihatsu's response to the similarly designed Suzuki Wagon R that was introduced two years earlier in 1993. The first Move was designed by Italian design house I. DE. A Institute and succeeding generations continued to build upon the original design. The Move is built upon the chassis of the Mira but with a taller body....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Latte (L55) Overview:
Daihatsu Move (Latte (L55)). With 110 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 870 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
0.7 i 16V RS (64 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most powerful engine option for the Latte, providing a noticeable but still modest boost, best suited for agile city maneuvering and slightly better acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Maintains strong fuel efficiency, typical for a Kei car, despite the slight power increase, offering a good balance of power and economy.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy and low running costs
- • Charming and unique retro styling
- • Highly maneuverable and easy to park in urban environments
- • Surprisingly spacious interior for its compact size
Cons:
- • Limited highway performance and acceleration
- • Basic interior materials and features
- • Lack of advanced safety features by modern standards
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(L9: 1998 - 2003).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Daihatsu |
| Model: | Move |
| Generation: | Latte (L55) |
| Modification (Engine): | 0.7 i 16V RS (64 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 64 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 97.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 110 Nm @ 3200 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 659 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 61 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 56.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.6 kg/Hp, 73.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.9 kg/Nm, 126.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 870 |
| Max. weight: | 1090 |
| Max load: | 220 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 36 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3395 mm mm [100mm more] |
| Width: | 1475 mm mm [80mm more] |
| Height: | 1610 mm mm [85mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2390 mm mm [90mm more] |
| Front track: | 1300 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1290 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 165/55 R15 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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