Daihatsu Charade Hatchback 1.0 EL 5d (2003/03) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
High level of standard spec. For not much cash. Prompted other manufacturers to drop prices to just below £6K.
Costs
Extremely fuel efficient, low road tax, servicing is cheap, but 9K mile intervals are short.
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On the road
Driving
Great fun, body roll and understeer when cornering at speed take some getting used to. Engine likes to be rev'd.
Performance
Best in class acceleration and top speed. I disagree with other reviews: this car is very confident on the motorway.
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Living with it
Reliability
Mine does a lot of miles, and fares well. Have had problems with interior plastic trim and squeaky clutch cable (replaced under warranty) and more recently, clicking noise when moving off with steering on full lock (still under investigation).
Image
Beautiful car, beautiful colour, much admired. Quirky, but cool.
Comfort
Ride is good, but seat gives too little support. Lots of room inside.
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Security and Service
Security
Nobody wants to steal a lilac car apparently. Alarm is an optional extra.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
See above.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes