Daihatsu Esse

The Daihatsu Esse (Japanese: ダイハツ・エッセ, Daihatsu Esse) is a kei car manufactured by the Japanese automaker Daihatsu. It was launched in December 2005, that at launch was the cheapest new car in Japan. It is powered by a 658 cc (40 cu in) KF-VE three-cylinder petrol engine.[2]

Daihatsu Esse (L235)
2005 Daihatsu Esse (Japan)
Overview
ManufacturerDaihatsu
ProductionDecember 2005 – September 2011
DesignerEiji Murakami[1]
Body and chassis
ClassKei car
Body style5-door hatchback
Layout
RelatedDaihatsu Mira (L275)
Powertrain
Engine658 cc KF-VE I3 (petrol)
Power output43 kW (58 hp; 58 PS)
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,390 mm (94.1 in)
Length3,395 mm (133.7 in)
Width1,475 mm (58.1 in)
Height1,470 mm (57.9 in)
Kerb weight700–780 kg (1,543–1,720 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorDaihatsu Opti
SuccessorDaihatsu Mira e:S

Overview

According to Daihatsu, the name "Esse" means "Eco, Smart, Simple & Easy". It was available as a 5-door hatchback in two distinct styles - Esse or Esse Custom. The Esse was available in Eco, D, L and X grade levels with front- or four-wheel drive layout. The Esse Custom was added in November 2006 and was available in front- and four-wheel drive layout.

Its production ended in September 2011 and replaced by the Mira e:S.

References

  1. https://pdki-indonesia.dgip.go.id/index.php/di/ZnR6L2NDRExwanhkN0VJenhoUTNvZz09?q=mobil&type=1&skip=50
  2. "Daihatsu Esse" (in Japanese). Carview.co.jp. Archived from the original on 3 October 2010.CS1 maint: unfit URL (link)
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