Daihatsu Charade 2007 UAE Prices & Specs

The Charade disappeared from local markets years ago, only to reappear 2006, looking almost the same as it did a decade ago, and disappearing in a year. Despite its small size, the Daihatsu tries to put most people in a comfortable driving position, with a host of adjustment features such as a seat slide mechanism, a tilt steering wheel, seat height adjustment, and adjustable seat belt anchors. It also has a fair luggage-carrying capacity, though there is a shortage of smaller storage areas. An extensive list of safety features includes dual air bags, built-in impact absorbing material to cushion heads from impact and the use of high-strength steel plates, among others. This lightweight hatchback is powered by a tiny 1.0-litre 3-cylinder motor that chugs the car along with little fuel consumption. A five-speed manual is standard, and four-speed auto is optional. This is a well-built car, but cost-cutting is evident from the moment you sit in it and shut the lightweight doors. Hard plastic is used throughout, and economising on the trim makes the whole car feel as cheap as it really is.