Daihatsu Sirion

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Terrible depreciation if purchased new. Second hand bargain!

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Aside from the higher insurance grouping (the old GSXI charade was the same) it remains very economical. With spirited driving- still avr. 40mpg.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Light Steering, supportive seats, ample headroom for 6ft+ people

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    In the right gear and in revs above 4000rpm it flies. 3rd gear 4000rph-7000rpm feels particalarly fast.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    It has done 34,000 with no discernible problems. Takes a couple of goes to fire up on cold mornings. Daihatsu have superb relaibilty and the powerplant has been described as mechanically unbreakable.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Daihatsu are synonymous with the more mature motorist. However, it has produced the old GTTi and the Cuore Avanzato. This car gets plenty of glances, particularly the 15" alloys which come as standard. It looks particularly striking in red.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Again, good seats. Foot well slightly cramped. Back seats good enough for children and adults on short journeys.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Unknown. No one has tried it. No alarm fitted. Immobiliser as standard.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Daihatsu only dealers are best (if you have one nearby). Multiple dealer garages seem to be more focussed on their Subaru or Mitsubishi customers.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    The highlight of the car. Revvy, responsive, reliable.

    Other

    If you like following the crowd and want everyone to know instantly what you are driving then leave the Daihatsu's to the discerning.

    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