Daihatsu Copen (04-10) - Review

Review by David Ross on
Last Updated: 24 September 2009
The funky little Copen is one of the most affordable small convertibles around and great fun to drive too. Unusually for a car this small it features a metal-folding roof rather than a fabric hood, which means it is relatively quiet on the move and well-insulated from cold weather. It's diminutive dimensions make it easy to drive and a doddle to park in town, but the downside is a cramped cabin and virtually no boot space when the roof is down. The original engine was a 0.7-litre turbo but this was replaced in early 2007 by a more powerful 1.3-litre which is also more economical.
3.5 out of 5

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Equipment

Considering the affordable price tag, the Copen comes well equipped with an electrically-operated metal folding roof, boot spoiler, power steering with height and reach adjustable steering column, twin airbags, ABS with electronic brakeforce distribution, alloy wheels, remote central locking, air conditioning, electric windows and door mirrors, front fog lights and a CD stereo. There are only a few options available including metallic paint, Recaro sports seats and leather upholstery.

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  • ABS
  • Air conditioning
  • Alloy wheels
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • CD
  • Cloth seat trim
  • Driver`s airbag
  • Electric mirrors
  • Front electric windows
  • Front fog lights
  • Heated seats
  • PAS
  • Passenger`s airbag
  • Rear electric windows
  • Remote locking
  • Sports seats
  • Steering wheel rake adjustment
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