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Daihatsu Move Latte (L55) 0.7 i 12V (58 Hp)
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Daihatsu Move:
The Daihatsu Move is a kei car/city car manufactured by the Japanese automaker Daihatsu between 1995 and 2023, and was reintroduced in 2025. The Move is Daihatsu's response to the similarly designed Suzuki Wagon R that was introduced two years earlier in 1993. The first Move was designed by Italian design house I. DE. A Institute and succeeding generations continued to build upon the original design. The Move is built upon the chassis of the Mira but with a taller body....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Latte (L55) Overview:
Daihatsu Move (Latte (L55)). With 64 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 820 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
0.7 i 12V (58 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers sufficient power for urban commuting and light city driving, though highway performance is limited due to its small displacement and naturally aspirated nature.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel economy, a hallmark of Kei cars, making it very cost-effective for daily use and short trips.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy and low running costs
- • Charming and unique retro styling
- • Highly maneuverable and easy to park in urban environments
- • Surprisingly spacious interior for its compact size
Cons:
- • Limited highway performance and acceleration
- • Basic interior materials and features
- • Lack of advanced safety features by modern standards
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(L9: 1998 - 2003).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Daihatsu |
| Model: | Move |
| Generation: | Latte (L55) |
| Modification (Engine): | 0.7 i 12V (58 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 58 Hp @ 7600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 88 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 64 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 659 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 68 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 60.3 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.1 kg/Hp, 70.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 12.8 kg/Nm, 78 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 820 |
| Max. weight: | 1040 |
| Max load: | 220 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 36 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3395 mm [15mm less] |
| Width: | 1475 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1630 mm [65mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2390 mm [45mm more] |
| Front track: | 1310 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1300 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 145/80 R13 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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