2003 Daihatsu YRV Turbo petrol

Summary:

Straight line kart killer

Faults:

Nothing so far?

Except for the second day when someone went right into the back of it on day two of ownership.

General Comments:

Interesting little machine. Looks like something you would push around at the supermarket or take the kids to school in. The automatic gearbox is rather clunky, but this is quickly forgotten by a little squeeze on the right pedal. In semi-automatic mode it is a monster! Be very wary of talking it on if you are on a straight carrigeway. If you do not have a good two litre 16 valve or more, do not try?

The handling could be better and the tyres thicker, brakes more able to cope with the angry engine and make the torque steer less prominent. Skip over a pebble, the guilty wheel will be pulling you into the nearest bramble bush on a country road.

As a manual, or the engine in a more capable chassis, this car would be so much fun. If you only drive in striaght lines and like to get squashed into your seat. Please get one of these little fire breathers.

A lot faster than my old Fiat Punto HGT (feels that way),although it needs a little more in the direction department to make it a real bend chucker. And better brakes are a must!!!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know

Review Date: 24th March, 2004

2nd Aug 2004, 10:57

I have just ordered my YRV Turbo 130 having initially been in two minds over the way the thing looks. However having driven the car on a test drive, the thing is so well put together and performs well. The looks are also now far more appealing than first glance. It really has grown on me. A fabulous little car with plenty of character!!

2002 Daihatsu YRV Radical 2 1.3 VVTi

Summary:

Different styling, different class, a cut above your regular Clios, Corsas et al

Faults:

Recurring clunk at near-side front when turning left & accelerating at any speed.

Water leaking into cab through windscreen seal.

Both of the above faults are as yet unresolved due to both non-availability of parts & the inability of the dealer to diagnose the noise, even though they can plainly hear it on test drives.

Neither fault spoiling the car for me though.

General Comments:

Replaced my written-off Charade with a 6 month old YRV, I have been pleasantly surprised by the performance of this car. For a 1.3 engine, the acceleration & general drive-ability is excellent, and the handling contrary to some review sites is excellent, causing me no scary moments when pushing the car hard. The biggest disappointment is the performance of the local dealer, who do not seem to be able to complete even the most basic of tasks successfully. Not to worry, at least the car is good!

I am one of the few who like the looks of this car too, I feel the front end is aggressive & looks the part while the rear end is quite stylish also, but more functional.

The interior is possibly a little on the "cheap" side & I feel the seats may be wearing prematurely, but other than that I love my YRV!

Go on, go & buy one, you know you want to!!!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 14th October, 2003

11th May 2004, 10:37

Hi I myself own a YRV F speed, I have had it for a year now and its been a fantastic car,Like you I also think it looks great nice to find someone who likes it.

28th Apr 2005, 05:35

Hi, we are onto our second YRV we think they are great cars in both looks and function. Our second YRV is a Turbo 130 it looks great and generates lots of interest and wow does it shift, pushes you back into your seat.