All Daihatsu modelsDaihatsu Cuore: generations and engines
The Daihatsu Cuore was built from 1980 to 2006 in 6 generations, with 11 engine versions in our catalog (hatchback). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.
Production years1980–2006
Generations6
Engine versions11
Power27–58 hp
Body stylesHatchback
FuelGasoline
Timeline
Daihatsu Cuore generations
- 1980–1985
Daihatsu Cuore (L55,L60)
Engines below - 1985–1990
Daihatsu Cuore (L80,L81)
Engines below - 1990–1994
Daihatsu Cuore (L201)
Engines below - 1995–1998
Daihatsu Cuore (L501)
Engines below - 1998–2003
- 2003–2006
Specs
Daihatsu Cuore engines
The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.
Daihatsu Cuore (L55,L60)1980–1985 · 2 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 (L55) (27 hp) | 1980–1985 | Gasoline | 27 hp (20 kW) | ||||
| 0.6 (L60) (30 hp) | 1982–1985 | Gasoline | 30 hp (22 kW) |
Daihatsu Cuore (L80,L81)1985–1990 · 3 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.8 (L80) (44 hp) | 1985–1990 | Gasoline | 44 hp (32 kW) | ||||
| 0.8 4WD (L81) (44 hp) | 1986–1988 | Gasoline | 44 hp (32 kW) | ||||
| 0.8 (L80) (39 hp) | 1989–1990 | Gasoline | 39 hp (29 kW) |
Daihatsu Cuore (L201)1990–1994 · 1 engine version
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.8 (41 hp) | 1990–1994 | Gasoline | 41 hp (30 kW) | 48 lb-ft (65 Nm) | 16.5 s | 84 mph (135 km/h) |
Daihatsu Cuore (L501)1995–1998 · 3 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.8 i (44 hp) | 1995–1996 | Gasoline | 44 hp (32 kW) | 49 lb-ft (67 Nm) | 15.6 s | 84 mph (135 km/h) | |
| 0.8 i (44 hp) Automatic | 1995–1996 | Gasoline | 44 hp (32 kW) | 49 lb-ft (67 Nm) | 15.6 s | 84 mph (135 km/h) | |
| 0.8 (42 hp) | 1996–1998 | Gasoline | 42 hp (31 kW) | 49 lb-ft (67 Nm) | 17.6 s | 84 mph (135 km/h) |
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- Real mileage – service and inspection readings show if the odometer was rolled back.
- Accidents and title brands – damage records, salvage, flood or rebuilt titles.
- Old photos – how the car looked in earlier listings.
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