Daihatsu Charade 3rd (G100) Generation Price in Pakistan, Pictures & Reviews

The 3rd Generation Daihatsu Charade was introduced in 1987. Daihatsu Charade is a front engine front wheel drive hatchback. Daihatsu Charade was available in 2 body styles 3-door hatchback and 5-door hatchback. Production of the Daihatsu Charade 3rd Generation lasted for seven years and Daihatsu halted the production of 3rd Generation Daihatsu Charade in 1993. The price of the Daihatsu Charade 3rd Generation is fairly competitive when compared to other models in the same class.

Exterior

The exterior of the 3rd Generation Daihatsu Charade features familiar Daihatsu design language. The front end houses trapezium shaped side swept headlights and a small rectangular grille. The rear end houses long horizontal rectangular taillights that run the length of the standard case hatchback. All variants of the Daihatsu Charade feature identical styling in every aspect except the GT-ti and GT-XX that feature flared wheel arches, rear roof spoiler and larger front and rear bumper.  The overall exterior of the 3rd Generation Daihatsu Charade features a fairly boxy and restrained design language that is familiar for a hatchback for its exterior dimensions.

Interior

The interior of the 3rd Generation Daihatsu Charade features the use of dark grey plastic trim pieces. The front and rear seats are covered in fabric. Standard features on the CX variants include air conditioning, cup holders, folding rear seats and a stereo speaker system. Features on the higher end CX Turbo variant includes power steering, tachometer and a rear windscreen wiper. Features on the highest end GT-ti and GT-XX variant includes power windows, power lock doors and sunroof. Options include a sunroof. The overall interior of the 3rd Generation Daihatsu Charade features an average amount of interior space but a below par ride quality.

Engine

Engine
1.0 Liter OHC 6 Valve Inline-3
1.0 Liter SOHC 12 Valve Inline-3
1.0 Liter Turbocharged OHC 6 Valve Inline-3

Gearbox
4-Speed Manual Transmission
5-Speed Manual Transmission
3-Speed Automatic Transmission

Mileage

The Daihatsu Charade 3rd Generation can achieve an average of between 12KM/L to 14KM/L making for an estimated driving range of up to 480KM to 560KM from the compact hatchbacks 40 Liter fuel tank.

Competitor

The Main competitors of the Daihatsu Charade 3rd Generation are the Suzuki Mehran, Suzuki Khyber and the Suzuki FX.

Specifications

1.0 Liter OHC 6 Valve Inline-3 
1.0 Liter SOHC 12 Valve Inline-3 
1.0 Liter Turbocharged OHC 6 Valve Inline-3 Diesel Engine

Pros & Cons

Pros
Affordable price tag
Affordable maintenance
High performance (GT-TI and GT-XX)
 

Cons
Lack of spare parts
Below par boot space
Stiff ride