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Toyota Passo 1.3i (88 Hp)
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Toyota Passo:
The Daihatsu Boon is a subcompact car produced by Japanese automaker Daihatsu since 2004, and also sold under Toyota brand as the Toyota Passo between 2004 and the ends of 2023. The Passo was once sold at Toyota Corolla Store Japanese dealerships until it was consolidated with other Toyota dealers in 2020.
Outside Japan, the first- and second-generation Boon is sold as the second- and third-generation Sirion. The first-generation Sirion was sold as the Storia in Japan....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Passo Overview:
Toyota Passo (Passo). With 123 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 930 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Toyota Passo of this generation was primarily sold in the Japanese domestic market and other Asian regions, and as such, it was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. Safety features are basic for its era.
1.3i (88 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate power for city driving and can comfortably handle occasional highway trips, though it's not designed for spirited driving. The manual gearbox provides a more engaging experience.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for its class, especially when driven conservatively. It balances performance with efficiency effectively for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel efficiency, especially the 1.0L engine
- • Highly reliable and low maintenance costs
- • Compact size makes it easy to maneuver and park in urban areas
- • Spacious interior for its small footprint
- • Simple, practical, and user-friendly design
Cons:
- • Lackluster performance, particularly the 1.0L on highways
- • Basic interior materials and limited features
- • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds
- • Limited availability outside of Asian markets
- • Safety features are basic compared to European rivals
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Passo |
| Generation: | Passo |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3i (88 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2004 |
| End of production: | 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 88 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 67.7 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 123 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K3-VE |
| Engine displacement: | 1299 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.1 l |
| Coolant: | 4.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 73.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.6 kg/Hp, 94.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.6 kg/Nm, 132.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 930 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3595 mm mm |
| Width: | 1665 mm mm |
| Height: | 1535 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2440 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1465 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1475 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 8.6 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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