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Review: Daihatsu M201 YRV (2001-04)

2.5 stars

  • Fuel efficient and durable 1.3-litre petrol engine
  • Practical, spacious interior
  • Firm ride
  • Steering lacks precision
  • Cabin lacks sound insulation

Review: Daihatsu M201 YRV (2001-04)

Overview

Released in July 2001, the Daihatsu M201 YRV was a light, five-door wagon. Manufactured in Japan, the front-wheel drive YRV (short for ‘Young Recreational Vehicle’) was powered by a 1.3-litre K3-VE petrol engine which had double overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder, ‘dynamic variable valve timing’ (DVVT) and a compression ratio of 10.0:1. Transmission options consisted of five-speed manual and four-speed automatic units.

The Daihatsu YRV was 3765 mm long, 1620 mm wide, 1550 mm tall and had a 2355 mm long wheelbase. Inside, the YRV had tiered seating and the rear seats could slide by up to 150 mm to increase either leg room or boot space. The YRV had MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear axle.

Daihatsu M201 YRV specifications
  Engine Trans. Peak power Peak torque
YRV 1.3-litre petrol I4 5sp man.,
4sp auto
64 kW at 6000 rpm 120 Nm at 3200 rpm

Safety equipment

Standard safety equipment for the Daihatsu YRV included dual front airbags and front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters.

Features

Standard features for the Daihatsu YRV included 14-inch steel wheels with 165/65 R14 S tyres, a four speaker Kenwood sound system with a CD player, 50/50 split and folding rear seats, central locking, power windows, power mirrors and an immobiliser.

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