- Fuel-efficient engine
- Noisy, buzzy engine lacks low-rev torque
- Suspension lacks compliance
Review: Daihatsu L701 Handi (1999-01)
Overview
Released in March 1999, the Daihatsu L701 Handi was a light, three-door van. Manufactured in Japan, the front-wheel drive Handi was powered by a 1.0-litre EJ-DE three-cylinder petrol engine that was mated to a five-speed manual transmission.
The Handi was 3410 mm long, 1475 mm wide, 1420 mm tall and had a 2360 mm long wheelbase. Furthermore, the Handi had MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear axle.
| Engine | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Handi | 1.0-litre petrol I3 | 5sp man. | 41 kW at 5200 rpm | 88 Nm at 3600 rpm |
Safety equipment
Standard safety equipment included dual front airbags and front seatbelt pretensioners.
Features
The Daihatsu Handi was not fitted with any standard features; extra-cost options included a two speaker sound system with a radio and cassette player, and air conditioning.
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