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Sold in Australia over four generations from the late 1970s to 2000 the compact Daihatsu Charade hatch and sedan built a solid reputation for reliability, economy and longevity.
Earlier three-, four- and five-door models were three-cylinder powered, while the final iteration was a 1.5L four-cylinder petrol-powered three-door only.
The line-up currently starts at $2,310 for the Charade (base) and ranges through to $3,850 for the range-topping Charade (base).
The Daihatsu Charade has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 155x65 R13 for Hatchback in 2005 with a wheel size that spans from 13x4 inches.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Hatchback | 155x65 R13 | 13x4 inches | 155x65 R13 | 13x4 inches | |
| 2004 | Hatchback | 155x65 R13 | 13x4 inches | 155x65 R13 | 13x4 inches | |
| 2003 | Hatchback | 155x65 R13 | 13x4 inches | 155x65 R13 | 13x4 inches | |
| 2000 | Hatchback | 155x65 R13 | 13x4.5 inches | 155x65 R13 | 13x4.5 inches | |
| 1999 | Hatchback | 155x65 R13 | 13x4.5 inches | 155x65 R13 | 13x4.5 inches | |
The price range for the Daihatsu Charade varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $2,310 and going to $3,850 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Hatchback | 1.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $2,310 | $3,850 | |
| 2004 | Hatchback | 1.0L, ULP, 4 SP AUTO | $2,310 | $3,630 | |
| 2003 | Hatchback | 1.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $2,090 | $3,630 | |
| 2000 | Hatchback | 1.5L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $2,090 | $4,070 | |
| 1999 | Hatchback | 1.5L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $2,090 | $4,070 | |
The Daihatsu Charade is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by ULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 6.1L/100km for Hatchback /ULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Hatchback | — | 1.0L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 2004 | Hatchback | — | 1.0L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 2003 | Hatchback | — | 1.0L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 2000 | Hatchback | 6.1L/100km | 1.5L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1999 | Hatchback | 6.1L/100km | 1.5L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
Check out real-world situations relating to the Daihatsu Charade here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
The car is now 11 years old, so you would expect it to be worn to some degree and using oil as a result, so putting oil in once per month is not a big deal, providing it's not a lot of oil. I would keep a record of how much you are putting in and show it to your mechanic the next time you get it serviced.
IF IT'S been regularly serviced, the chances of having a problem in the next 3000km are pretty low, but I cannot guarantee you will not have a problem and I don't like recommending that you miss a service. I would have it done if it was my car. It will also make it much easier to sell. I would think you could ask $6000-$6500.
DESPITE its low kms and good condition, a dealer would give you only about $4000. They might give you $500 more as a trade-in. If you sold it privately -- the way I would go -- you might get $5000-$5500.
The Daihatsu Charade has maximum towing capacity of 600kg for the latest model available.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Hatchback | 600kg | 600kg | |
| 2004 | Hatchback | 600kg | 600kg | |
| 2003 | Hatchback | 600kg | 600kg | |
| 2000 | Hatchback | 700kg | 700kg | |
| 1999 | Hatchback | 700kg | 700kg | |
The dimensions of the Daihatsu Charade Hatchback vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Hatchback | 1500x1475x3410 mm | 105 mm | |
| 2004 | Hatchback | 1500x1475x3410 mm | 105 mm | |
| 2003 | Hatchback | 1500x1475x3410 mm | 105 mm | |
| 2000 | Hatchback | 1390x1620x3750 mm | 160 mm | |
| 1999 | Hatchback | 1390x1620x3750 mm | 160 mm | |
