- Economical 1.0-litre three-cylinder engine
- Noisy, buzzy 1.0-litre engine lacks low-rev torque
- Heavy steering for low-speed manoevures (no power steering)
- Firm ride
- Cheap interior plastics
- For Sirion GTVi, awkward sequential shift function
Review: Daihatsu M100.I Sirion (1998-02)
Overview
Released in June 1998, the Daihatsu M100 Series I (M100.I) Sirion was a light, five-door hatchback. Manufactured in Japan, the front wheel drive Sirion was initially powered by a 1.0-litre EJ-VE three-cylinder petrol engine that was mated to either a four-speed automatic or five-speed manual transmission. In September 2000, however, the Sirion GTVi was introduced – it was powered by the more powerful 1.3-litre K3-VE four-cylinder engine.
The M100 Sirion was 3675 mm long, 1590 mm wide, 1450 mm tall and had a 2345 mm long wheelbase. Furthermore, the Sirion had MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear axle.
| Years | Engine | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sirion | 1998-02 | 1.0-litre petrol I3 | 5sp man., 4sp auto |
40.5 kW at 5200 rpm | 88 Nm at 3600 rpm |
| Sirion GTVi | 2000-02 | 1.3-litre petrol I4 | 5sp man., 4sp auto |
75 kW at 7000 rpm | 120 Nm at 4400 rpm |
Safety equipment
Standard safety equipment for the Sirion included dual front airbags and front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters. The GTVi was further equipped with ABS and electronic brake force distribution.
Euro NCAP crash testing
In Euro NCAP crash testing , a three-door Sirion received a three star adult occupant protection rating with a score of 22. In the frontal impact test, the driver’s chest contacted the steering wheel such that chest protection was rated as weak; marginal ratings were assessed for the driver’s head, thighs and feet. In the side impact test, only the abdomen had an increased risk of injury from the intruding arm rest.
Features
Standard features for the Sirion included a two speaker sound system with a radio and cassette player, central locking, power windows and power mirrors.
The Sirion GTVi was further equipped with 14-inch alloy wheels, a four speaker sound system with CD player, front fog lights and an immobiliser. Visually, the GTVi could be identified by its spoilers (front and rear) and side skirts.
Review: Daihatsu M100.II Sirion (2002-05)
Overview
Released in March 2002, the M100 Series II (M100.II) Sirion could be identified by its new headlights, bonnet, fenders and grille treatment with split bumpers and fluted intakes in the front air dam. Inside, there was a redesigned dashboard and instrument cluster, with storage compartments added to the top centre section of the dashboard and an additional glove compartment positioned on the passenger side.
| Years | Engine | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sirion | 2002-05 | 1.0-litre petrol I3 | 5sp man., 4sp auto |
40.5 kW at 5200 rpm | 88 Nm at 3600 rpm |
| Sirion GTVi | 2002-05 | 1.3-litre petrol I4 | 5sp man., 4sp auto |
75 kW at 7000 rpm | 120 Nm at 4400 rpm |
Safety equipment
Compared to its M100.I predecessor, standard safety equipment for the M100.II Sirion was unchanged.
Features
Standard features for the M100.II Sirion were extended to include a CD player and immobiliser; the GTVi variant, however, was unchanged.
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