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Toyota bB Open Deck 1.3 i 16V (88 Hp)
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Toyota bB:
The Toyota bB is a mini MPV produced by the Japanese car company Toyota. The first generation launched in 2000, and the second generation was jointly developed with Daihatsu from 2005.
The car has been badge engineered and sold as the Daihatsu Materia, Scion xB and Subaru Dex.
The first generation bB was based on the Toyota Vitz and the development was led by Toyota chief engineer Tetsuya Tada. While the box-shaped mini MPV was initially targeted towards Japanese men in their twenties, it is also popular with women buyers....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Open Deck Overview:
Toyota bB (Open Deck). A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.3 i 16V (88 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 88 Hp 2NZ-FE engine provides adequate power for urban driving and light loads, but struggles with highway cruising or spirited acceleration. It's built for practicality, not speed.
Fuel Economy
Expected to deliver excellent fuel economy due to its small displacement and the vehicle's relatively light weight, making it a very economical choice for daily commuting.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unique and distinctive styling
- • Excellent Toyota reliability with the 2NZ-FE engine
- • Good fuel economy for urban use
- • Practical open deck for light utility
- • Surprisingly spacious interior for its footprint
Cons:
- • Limited engine power, especially on highways
- • Niche appeal and potentially challenging parts availability outside Japan
- • Not designed for heavy hauling or off-road use
- • Basic safety features compared to contemporary European models
- • Ride comfort can be firm due to its utility focus
Specifications:
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | bB |
| Generation: | Open Deck |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 i 16V (88 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2000 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 88 Hp |
| Engine Model/Code: | 2NZ-FE |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.7 l |
| Coolant: | 4.4 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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