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Daihatsu's Sirion 1.0L model entered this world as the car we should all be driving. It was all about fulfilling consumer needs and requirements by providing safety, comfort, practicality, economy and performance without contributing to the world's environmental problems. Sirion was savvy rather than ornamental - an example rather than a show-off.
But after a makeover in the design studio, the car we should have has emerged as the car we must have.
Sirion has emphatically reinforced Daihatsu's reputation as a trailblazer in compact car technology. Bold styling changes confirm the treatment Daihatsu is prepared to lavish on what has become the champion of the current Daihatsu range.
The freshness of the Sirion concept was reflected in Sirion 1.0L's front end appearance which was certainly individual, even challenging. Now, cosmetic surgery has produced the level of sophistication worthy of a champion. Early reaction suggests the styling update is perceived as "up-market", "European design" and "elegantly stylish".
New headlight and grille treatment, with split bumpers and fluted intakes in the front air dam, give the new generation Sirion both poise and purpose. Bonnet and fenders have also been reworked to reflect the European spirit.
Interior upgrades include a redesign of the dash panel and instrument cluster to improve both practical and aesthetic elements. Storage compartments have been added to the top centre of the dash, and an additional glove compartment positioned on the passenger side. The resulting effect is oodles more refinement.
The "big on features; small on price" philosophy is clearly the reason for the current wave of customer confidence, but the stylish new appearance will help elevate Sirion out of the micro-hatch pack.
Sirion's status as a micro-hatch is, in fact, already belied by its capacity for luggage absorption and passenger comfort. Daihatsu believes that Sirion represents a new generation of motor vehicle that effectively provides a spacious and comfortable interior and high level of safety and performance in a compact package.
The short nose/high roof design of Sirion creates an interior environment with ample leg and head room for both driver and passengers. Four doors and a large rear hatch make for easy access both for passengers and for loading and unloading.
With Sirion, "compact" doesn’t mean compromised passenger safety Daihatsu has provided Sirion with a comprehensive list of features expected only of larger, much-more-expensive cars. Impact-absorbing bumpers and rigid body structure reduces intrusion into the cabin area, enhancing safety in the event of an accident.
Crumple zones at both the front and rear are designed to absorb and disperse the impact of a collision. Side intrusion beams and strategically-positioned floor reinforcements help protect occupants in the event of a side-on collision. Driver and passenger safety is also enhanced by Sirion's dual SRS airbags and front seat belt pre-tensioners with height adjustment.
Driveability is an important feature of Sirion. Its 989cc, 3-cylinder, 12-valve, double overhead cam engine delivers clean, lively, economical performance with torque available in all the right places. Two transmission configurations - 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic -are available in Australia. Both options are geared to take advantage of the engine's willing torque and to enhance the vehicle's remarkable fuel efficiency.
Sirion 1.0L comes equipped with all the niceties of front electric windows, power steering, remote electric mirrors, CD player, bench folding rear seats, rear window wiper and washer, engine immobiliser, remote fuel flap release, UV protectant glass, and remote hatch opener.
New look Daihatsu Sirion 1 litre (including GST) has an RRP of $12,990 for the manual and for the automatic, $14,090.
| Daihatsu
Sirion 1.0 Litre Specifications |
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| Drivers
side SRS airbag |
Std
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| Passenger's
side SRS airbag |
Std
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| Front seat
belt pretensioners |
Std
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| Side intrusion
bars |
Std
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| High mount
break light |
Std
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| Anti-glare
rear vision mirror |
Std
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| Child safety
locks - rear doors |
Std
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| Child seat
anchor points |
Std
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| Laminated
front windscreen |
Std
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| Collapsible-type
steering column |
Std
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| Height
adjustable, front seat belts |
Std
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| Rear window
demister |
Std
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| Two speed
& intermittent front windscreen wipers |
Std
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| Seat belt
warning lamp |
Std
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| Rear window
wiper/washer |
Std
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| Height
adjustable, front seat headrests |
Std
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| Convenience
Features |
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| Air-conditioning |
Option
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| Power steering |
Std
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| Engine
immobiliser |
Std
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| Remote
electronic door mirrors |
Std
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| Electric
front windows |
Std
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| Remote
fuel lid release |
Std
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| Lights
on warning buzzer |
Std
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| Removable
rear parcel tray |
Std
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| Remote
hatch opener |
Std
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| Exterior
Features |
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| Body-coloured
bumper bars |
Std
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| Chrome
front bumper insert |
Std
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| Full wheel
covers |
Std
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| Rear mud
flaps |
Std
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| Telescopic
front pillar antenna |
Std
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| Tinted
(UV Protection) glass |
Std
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| Metallic
Paint |
No
Cost Option
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| Interior
Features |
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| 60/40 Split
fold rear seat |
Std
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| Full cloth
trim with pattern insert |
Std
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| Front cup
holders |
Std
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| Centre
console |
Std
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| Vanity
mirrors (both sides) |
Std
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| Digital
clock (in radio) |
Std
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| Kenwood
CD player |
Std
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| Passenger's
side glove compartment |
Std
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| Driver's
side storage compartment |
Std
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| Front door
pockets |
Std
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| Interior
room lamp, with entry/exit delay |
Std
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| Rheostat |
Std
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| Front passenger's
side parcel shelf |
Std
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| Passenger
assist grips (3) |
Std
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| Integrated
rear headrests |
Std
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| Passenger's
side front seat pocket |
Std
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| Warranty |
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| 3 Year
/ 100,000Kms |
Std
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| Specifications |
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5
Speed Manual
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4
Speed Automatic
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| Overall
length |
mm |
3690
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3675
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| Overall
width |
mm |
1595
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1595
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| Overall
height |
mm |
1450
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1450
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| Interior
length |
mm |
1725
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1725
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| Interior
width |
mm |
1330
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1330
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| Interior
height |
mm |
1165
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1165
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| Wheelbase |
mm |
2345
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2345
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| Track Front |
mm |
1380
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1380
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| Track Rear |
mm |
1365
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1365
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| Minimum
road clearance |
mm |
110
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110
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| Kerb Weight |
kgs |
800
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810
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| Gross Vehicle
Weight |
kgs |
1260
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1260
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| Seating
capacity |
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5
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5
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| Minimum
turning circle (radius) |
M |
4.4
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4.4
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| Towing
capacity |
Braked |
400kgs
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400kgs
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| Unbraked |
250kgs
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250kgs
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| Engine
Type |
Petrol,
water-cooled, 3-cylinder, 12-valve, DOHC |
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| Total displacement |
cc |
989
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989
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| Bore X
stroke |
mm |
72.0
x 81
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72.0
x 81
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| Maximum
output |
kW |
40.5@5200rpm
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40.5@5200rpm
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| Maximum
torque |
Nm |
88.3@3600rpm
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88.3@3600rpm
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| Compression
ratio |
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10:1
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10:1
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| Fuel
System |
Electronic
fuel injection |
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| Fuel tank capacity |
ltrs |
40
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40
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| Fuel consumption |
Hwy |
5.2L/100km
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6.2L/100km
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| City |
6.0L/100km
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6.8L/100km
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Gear Ratios
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Manual
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Automatic
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1st |
3.181
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2.730
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2nd |
1.842
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1.526
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3rd |
1.250
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1.000
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4th |
0.916
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0.696
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5th |
0.750
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Reverse |
3.142
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2.290
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| Clutch (manual Transmission) |
Dry single
plate with diaphragm with spring actuation |
| Final reduction gear
ratio |
Final |
4.500
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4.438
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| Steering Type |
Rack &
pinion |
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| Brake
System |
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| Main brakes - front |
Ventilated
disc brakes with booster |
| Main brakes - rear |
Drum brakes,
leading & trailing |
| Parking brake |
Mechanically
operating on rear wheels |
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| Suspension
Type |
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| Suspension - front |
MacPherson
struts with coil springs |
| Suspension - rear |
Semi-independent
torsion axle beam with coil springs and stabiliser |
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| Tyres |
165/65
R 14 |
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