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Daihatsu Charade Cs

Daihatsu Charade Cs — 3/5-door hatchback; 3-door panel van; 5-door notchback (skywing), '''Petrol''':; 843 cc ''CD'' I3 (G21; South America); 926 cc ''CE'' SOHC 6-valve turbo I3 (G26 926 Turbo); 926 cc ''CE'' DOHC 12-valve turbo I3 (G26 926R De Tomaso); 993 cc ''CB12/20/22/33/34/35'' I3 (G11); 993 cc ''CB50/60'' turbo I3 (G11 Charade Turbo/De Tomaso); '''Diesel''':; 993 cc ''CL10'' diesel I3 (G30); 993 cc ''CL50/60'' turbo-diesel I3 (G30). Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

Engine'''Petrol''':; 843 cc ''CD'' I3 (G21; South America); 926 cc ''CE'' SOHC 6-valve turbo I3 (G26 926 Turbo); 926 cc ''CE'' DOHC 12-valve turbo I3 (G26 926R De Tomaso); 993 cc ''CB12/20/22/33/34/35'' I3 (G11); 993 cc ''CB50/60'' turbo I3 (G11 Charade Turbo/De Tomaso); '''Diesel''':; 993 cc ''CL10'' diesel I3 (G30); 993 cc ''CL50/60'' turbo-diesel I3 (G30)

Transmission4-speed manual; 5-speed manual; 2-speed ''Daimatic'' automatic

About the Daihatsu Charade Cs

Daihatsu Charade Cs is a 3/5-door hatchback; 3-door panel van; 5-door notchback (Skywing) in the hatchback class. The available vehicle data lists '''Petrol''':; 843 cc ''CD'' I3 (G21; South America); 926 cc ''CE'' SOHC 6-valve turbo I3 (G26 926 Turbo); 926 cc ''CE'' DOHC 12-valve turbo I3 (G26 926R De Tomaso); 993 cc ''CB12/20/22/33/34/35'' I3 (G11); 993 cc ''CB50/60'' turbo I3 (G11 Charade Turbo/De Tomaso); '''Diesel''':; 993 cc ''CL10'' diesel I3 (G30); 993 cc ''CL50/60'' turbo-diesel I3 (G30) as an engine configuration, paired with 4-speed manual; 5-speed manual; 2-speed ''Daimatic'' automatic and a Front-engine, front-wheel-drive; Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive (926R De Tomaso) layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This Daihatsu Charade Cs guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for '''Petrol''':; 843 cc ''CD'' I3 (G21; South America); 926 cc ''CE'' SOHC 6-valve turbo I3 (G26 926 Turbo); 926 cc ''CE'' DOHC 12-valve turbo I3 (G26 926R De Tomaso); 993 cc ''CB12/20/22/33/34/35'' I3 (G11); 993 cc ''CB50/60'' turbo I3 (G11 Charade Turbo/De Tomaso); '''Diesel''':; 993 cc ''CL10'' diesel I3 (G30); 993 cc ''CL50/60'' turbo-diesel I3 (G30) and 4-speed manual; 5-speed manual; 2-speed ''Daimatic'' automatic transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.

Daihatsu Charade Cs specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	Daihatsu
Model	Charade Cs
Model years	Not specified
Body style	3/5-door hatchback; 3-door panel van; 5-door notchback (Skywing)
Vehicle class	hatchback
Manufacturer	Daihatsu
Production	1983–1986 (Japan); 1983–1985 (South Africa); 1983–1987 (Indonesia – CKD); 1984–1989 (Taiwan); 1986–1988 (China – CKD)
Market / country	NL, NZ

Engine, transmission and performance

Engine information for the Daihatsu Charade Cs includes '''Petrol''':; 843 cc ''CD'' I3 (G21; South America); 926 cc ''CE'' SOHC 6-valve turbo I3 (G26 926 Turbo); 926 cc ''CE'' DOHC 12-valve turbo I3 (G26 926R De Tomaso); 993 cc ''CB12/20/22/33/34/35'' I3 (G11); 993 cc ''CB50/60'' turbo I3 (G11 Charade Turbo/De Tomaso); '''Diesel''':; 993 cc ''CL10'' diesel I3 (G30); 993 cc ''CL50/60'' turbo-diesel I3 (G30).. Transmission information includes 4-speed manual; 5-speed manual; 2-speed ''Daimatic'' automatic.. The listed drivetrain/layout is Front-engine, front-wheel-drive; Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive (926R De Tomaso).

Engine	'''Petrol''':; 843 cc ''CD'' I3 (G21; South America); 926 cc ''CE'' SOHC 6-valve turbo I3 (G26 926 Turbo); 926 cc ''CE'' DOHC 12-valve turbo I3 (G26 926R De Tomaso); 993 cc ''CB12/20/22/33/34/35'' I3 (G11); 993 cc ''CB50/60'' turbo I3 (G11 Charade Turbo/De Tomaso); '''Diesel''':; 993 cc ''CL10'' diesel I3 (G30); 993 cc ''CL50/60'' turbo-diesel I3 (G30)
Transmission	4-speed manual; 5-speed manual; 2-speed ''Daimatic'' automatic
Drivetrain / layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive; Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive (926R De Tomaso)

Dimensions, weight and practicality

Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.

Wheelbase	2320 mm (91.3 in)
Length	3550 mm (140 in) (pre-facelift); 3595 mm (142 in) (post-facelift); 3600 mm (142 in) (pre-facelift De Tomaso); 3636 mm (143 in) (post-facelift De Tomaso); 3785 mm (149 in) (Skywing); 3850 mm (152 in) (926R De Tomaso)
Width	1550 mm (61.0 in); 1575 mm (62.0 in) (De Tomaso); 1640 mm (64.6 in) (926R De Tomaso)
Height	1360 mm (53.5 in) (926R De Tomaso); 1390 mm (54.7 in) (De Tomaso); 1400 mm (55.1 in); 1435 mm (56.5 in) (high roof)
Kerb / curb weight	640-740 kg lbs 1; 800 kg (926R De Tomaso)

Daihatsu Charade Cs other specifications

Name	Second generation (G11/21/26/30)
Image	Daihatsu Charade CX G11.jpg
Caption	1983–1985 Daihatsu Charade CS 5-door (Australia; with honeycomb grille)
Aka	Daihatsu Charade Duet (van, Australia); Daihatsu Skywing (notchback, Taiwan); Tianjin Xiali TJ730 (China)

Daihatsu Charade Cs generations and model years

Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.

Generation / scope	Years	Engine	Transmission	Drivetrain
Second generation (G11/21/26/30)	1983–1986 (Japan); 1983–1985 (South Africa); 1983–1987 (Indonesia – CKD); 1984–1989 (Taiwan); 1986–1988 (China – CKD)	'''Petrol''':; 843 cc ''CD'' I3 (G21; South America); 926 cc ''CE'' SOHC 6-valve turbo I3 (G26 926 Turbo); 926 cc ''CE'' DOHC 12-valve turbo I3 (G26 926R De Tomaso); 993 cc ''CB12/20/22/33/34/35'' I3 (G11); 993 cc ''CB50/60'' turbo I3 (G11 Charade Turbo/De Tomaso); '''Diesel''':; 993 cc ''CL10'' diesel I3 (G30); 993 cc ''CL50/60'' turbo-diesel I3 (G30)	4-speed manual; 5-speed manual; 2-speed ''Daimatic'' automatic	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive; Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive (926R De Tomaso)

Daihatsu Charade Cs features and equipment

Features shown below are tied to the available source material for this model. Equipment can vary by year, trim and market.

Standard or documented features

✓However, following significant crashes in the 1985 championship, Group B was banned and the 926R project was called off

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for Daihatsu Charade Cs

Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.

Normal load32 PSI front30 PSI rear

Fully loaded34 PSI front33 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	32 PSI	30 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	34 PSI	33 PSI	Estimate

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Frequently asked questions about Daihatsu Charade Cs

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What engine does the Daihatsu Charade Cs have?

The available source data lists the Daihatsu Charade Cs engine as '''Petrol''':; 843 cc ''CD'' I3 (G21; South America); 926 cc ''CE'' SOHC 6-valve turbo I3 (G26 926 Turbo); 926 cc ''CE'' DOHC 12-valve turbo I3 (G26 926R De Tomaso); 993 cc ''CB12/20/22/33/34/35'' I3 (G11); 993 cc ''CB50/60'' turbo I3 (G11 Charade Turbo/De Tomaso); '''Diesel''':; 993 cc ''CL10'' diesel I3 (G30); 993 cc ''CL50/60'' turbo-diesel I3 (G30). Engine availability can differ by model year and market.

What tire pressure should I use for the Daihatsu Charade Cs?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 32 PSI front and 30 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the Daihatsu Charade Cs?

There is no single best engine oil for every Daihatsu Charade Cs configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the Daihatsu Charade Cs?

The Daihatsu Charade Cs is classified as a 3/5-door hatchback; 3-door panel van; 5-door notchback (Skywing).

What are the dimensions of the Daihatsu Charade Cs?

The available source data lists length 3550 mm (140 in) (pre-facelift); 3595 mm (142 in) (post-facelift); 3600 mm (142 in) (pre-facelift De Tomaso); 3636 mm (143 in) (post-facelift De Tomaso); 3785 mm (149 in) (Skywing); 3850 mm (152 in) (926R De Tomaso), width 1550 mm (61.0 in); 1575 mm (62.0 in) (De Tomaso); 1640 mm (64.6 in) (926R De Tomaso), height 1360 mm (53.5 in) (926R De Tomaso); 1390 mm (54.7 in) (De Tomaso); 1400 mm (55.1 in); 1435 mm (56.5 in) (high roof), and wheelbase 2320 mm (91.3 in).

What transmission does the Daihatsu Charade Cs have?

The available source data lists 4-speed manual; 5-speed manual; 2-speed ''Daimatic'' automatic transmission options for the Daihatsu Charade Cs.

Is the Daihatsu Charade Cs FWD, RWD or AWD?

The listed drivetrain/layout for the Daihatsu Charade Cs is Front-engine, front-wheel-drive; Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive (926R De Tomaso).

Who makes the Daihatsu Charade Cs?

The manufacturer listed for the Daihatsu Charade Cs is Daihatsu.

When was the Daihatsu Charade Cs produced?

The available source data describes production as 1983–1986 (Japan); 1983–1985 (South Africa); 1983–1987 (Indonesia – CKD); 1984–1989 (Taiwan); 1986–1988 (China – CKD).

How much does the Daihatsu Charade Cs weigh?

The available source data lists a kerb/curb weight of 640-740 kg lbs 1; 800 kg (926R De Tomaso). Actual weight can vary with engine, trim and equipment.

Where was the Daihatsu Charade Cs built?

The available source record lists assembly information as Japan: Ikeda, Osaka; Indonesia: Sunter, Jakarta (PT. Daihatsu Indonesia); China: Tianjin (Tianjin FAW); South Africa: Sandton, Johannesburg; Taiwan: Dacun, Changhua County (Yu Tian (company)); New Zealand: Otahuhu (Motor Holdings under contract).

What class of car is the Daihatsu Charade Cs?

The Daihatsu Charade Cs is listed in the hatchback class.

Which markets or countries sold the Daihatsu Charade Cs?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the Daihatsu Charade Cs with NL, NZ. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What cars are related to the Daihatsu Charade Cs?

The available source data identifies related models as Innocenti Minitre. Relationships can vary by market and generation.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the Daihatsu Charade Cs?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Should I use the tire sidewall pressure for the Daihatsu Charade Cs?

No. The maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall is not automatically the vehicle’s recommended setting. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the correct cold inflation pressure.

Does the recommended tire pressure change when the Daihatsu Charade Cs is fully loaded?

It can. Many vehicles specify a different cold pressure for heavier loads. Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the exact loading condition.

Can the Daihatsu Charade Cs have different tire pressures front and rear?

Yes. Some vehicles specify different front and rear pressures because axle loads and vehicle configurations differ. Follow the exact vehicle recommendation where available.

Why can mileage differ from the published figure for the Daihatsu Charade Cs?

Published fuel economy is measured under a defined test method. Real-world mileage can vary with traffic, speed, temperature, tire pressure, payload, maintenance and driving style.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

Daihatsu Charade Cs images

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