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Daihatsu Copen Coupe Cabriolet (2004-2010) review

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Parkers overall rating: 3.5 out of 53.5

At a glance

Price new £12,128 - £13,370
Used prices £935 - £4,076
Road tax cost £190 - £255
Insurance group 24
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 387 - 414 miles
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Pros & cons

PROS

Great fun to drive, metal folding roof, cheeky styling, economical engines

CONS

Basic and dated interior, cramped driving position, tiny boot

Written by David Ross Published: 6 June 2019

Overview

The funky little Copen is one of the most affordable small convertibles around and great fun to drive too. Unusually for a car this small it features a metal-folding roof rather than a fabric hood, which means it is relatively quiet on the move and well-insulated from cold weather. It’s diminutive dimensions make it easy to drive and a doddle to park in town, but the downside is a cramped cabin and virtually no boot space when the roof is down.

The original engine was a 0.7-litre turbo but this was replaced in early 2007 by a more powerful 1.3-litre which is also more economical.