Daihatsu Cuore (L701) 1.0 i (L701) (56 hp)

Gasoline engine with 56 hp (41 kW) and 65 lb-ft (88 Nm), built 1998–2003, hatchback body, front-wheel drive.

Power56 hp (41 kW)
Torque65 lb-ft (88 Nm)
0–62 mph12.8 s
Top speed87 mph (140 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.0 i (L701) (56 hp)
Displacement1.0 L (989 cm³)
Cylinders3
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio10
Bore72 mm
Stroke81 mm

Performance

Power56 hp (41 kW) @ 5200 rpm
Torque65 lb-ft (88 Nm) @ 3600 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)12.8 s
Top speed87 mph (140 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City39 mpg (6.1 l/100 km)
Highway45 mpg (5.2 l/100 km)
Fuel tank10.6 gal (40 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleHatchback
Doors4
Length134.3 in (3,410 mm)
Width58.1 in (1,475 mm)
Height55.9 in (1,420 mm)
Curb weight1,587 lb (720 kg)
Gross vehicle weight2,646 lb (1,200 kg)
Cargo volume5.5 cu ft (155 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears5
Front suspensionSpring strut
Rear suspensionCoil spring
Tires145/70R12
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Daihatsu Cuore with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

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