Daihatsu Grand Move
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    cheap as chips! Even from a main dealer. With the spec of the car it really does represent great value.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Auto version mine anyway) averages about 30-35 mpg, not brilliant for a 1.5 but offset that against the cheapness of these things and its not too bad in the long run.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good driving position, being slightly taller than your usual hatchback gives a better view of the road. Everything's to hand and the steering is light and the turning circle is excellent. Easy to park and the auto box shifts smoothly.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    1.5 auto what can I say, the acceleration won't have you reaching for a spare pair of underpants! But then its not intended for that sort of thing.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Outstanding. Mines a 2nd car for dogs and fishing and I drive it, refuel it and that's about it, runs and runs.

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    If your worried about image by a overpriced German estate car. Take off the rear badging and no one has a clue what it is!

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good, firm seats though fronts could of done with height adjustment. Smooth ride. Rear seats even adjust for recline. Never had any complaints from my dogs in the rear so can't be bad.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Flimsy door locks and the immobilisers have a reputation for ease of bypassing. Get a decent alarm/immobiliser. This is probably why the thing is Group 8 insurance, though why any one would steal one I can't say.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Never had to bring it to the dealers.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Central locking stopped, but this was due to an aftermarket alarm playing up.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes