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Daihatsu Charade

Daihatsu Charade — 3/5-door hatchback, 843 cc ''CD'' I3 (Chile)993 cc ''CB10/11/20/31/32''CB10: 55PS 77–80, CB11: 55PS 80–83, CB20: 50-52PS for worldwide market, CB31: 60PS 79–80 and CB32 (available with automatic transmission) 60PS 80–83. I3. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

Engine843 cc ''CD'' I3 (Chile)993 cc ''CB10/11/20/31/32''CB10: 55PS 77–80, CB11: 55PS 80–83, CB20: 50-52PS for worldwide market, CB31: 60PS 79–80 and CB32 (available with automatic transmission) 60PS 80–83. I3

Transmission4/5-speed manual2-speed ''Daimatic'' automatic

About the Daihatsu Charade

Daihatsu Charade is a 3/5-door hatchback in the supermini (b) class. The available vehicle data lists 843 cc ''CD'' I3 (Chile)993 cc ''CB10/11/20/31/32''CB10: 55PS 77–80, CB11: 55PS 80–83, CB20: 50-52PS for worldwide market, CB31: 60PS 79–80 and CB32 (available with automatic transmission) 60PS 80–83. I3 as an engine configuration, paired with 4/5-speed manual2-speed ''Daimatic'' automatic and a Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This Daihatsu Charade guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 843 cc ''CD'' I3 (Chile)993 cc ''CB10/11/20/31/32''CB10: 55PS 77–80, CB11: 55PS 80–83, CB20: 50-52PS for worldwide market, CB31: 60PS 79–80 and CB32 (available with automatic transmission) 60PS 80–83. I3 and 4/5-speed manual2-speed ''Daimatic'' automatic transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.

Daihatsu Charade 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
Model years	Not specified
Body style	3/5-door hatchback
Vehicle class	Supermini (B)
Manufacturer	Daihatsu
Production	1977–20001986–2012 (China)
Market / country	FI, GB, NL, NZ, UA, US

Engine, transmission and performance

Engine information for the Daihatsu Charade includes 843 cc ''CD'' I3 (Chile)993 cc ''CB10/11/20/31/32''CB10: 55PS 77–80, CB11: 55PS 80–83, CB20: 50-52PS for worldwide market, CB31: 60PS 79–80 and CB32 (available with automatic transmission) 60PS 80–83. I3.. Transmission information includes 4/5-speed manual2-speed ''Daimatic'' automatic.. The listed drivetrain/layout is Front-engine, front-wheel-drive.

Engine	843 cc ''CD'' I3 (Chile)993 cc ''CB10/11/20/31/32''CB10: 55PS 77–80, CB11: 55PS 80–83, CB20: 50-52PS for worldwide market, CB31: 60PS 79–80 and CB32 (available with automatic transmission) 60PS 80–83. I3
Transmission	4/5-speed manual2-speed ''Daimatic'' automatic
Drivetrain / layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive

Dimensions, weight and practicality

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

Wheelbase	2300 mm (90.6 in)
Length	3460 –
Width	1520 mm (59.8 in)
Height	1360 mm (53.5 in)
Kerb / curb weight	630 –

Daihatsu Charade other specifications

Name	Daihatsu Charade
Image	1991 Daihatsu Charade SG Sedan cropped.JPG
Caption	1991–1993 Daihatsu Charade (G102) sedan
Aka	Daihatsu Charade Duet (van, Australia); Daihatsu Skywing (notchback, Taiwan); Tianjin Xiali TJ730 (China)

Daihatsu Charade 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
Daihatsu Charade	1977–20001986–2012 (China)	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified
First generation (G10/G20)	November 1977–19831979–1983 (Indonesia)	843 cc ''CD'' I3 (Chile)993 cc ''CB10/11/20/31/32''CB10: 55PS 77–80, CB11: 55PS 80–83, CB20: 50-52PS for worldwide market, CB31: 60PS 79–80 and CB32 (available with automatic transmission) 60PS 80–83. I3	4/5-speed manual2-speed ''Daimatic'' automatic	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
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)
Third generation (G100/101/102/112)	1986–1994 (Japan); 1987–1998 (Indonesia); 1988–2012 (China); 1989–1996 (Taiwan)	'''Petrol''':; 847 cc ''ED10'' I3 (New Zealand); 993 cc ''CB23/36/37/90''CB23 with carburetor for export markets, CB36/37 with electronic carburetor for Japanese market I3 (G100); 993 cc ''CB51/61'' 6-valve SOHC turbo I3 (G100); 993 cc ''CB70/80'' 12-valve DOHC turbo I3 (G100); 1295 cc ''HC-E/F'' I4 (G102/112); '''Diesel''':; 993 cc ''CL11/30''CL30 for Japanese market and CL11 for export markets. I3 (G101, hatchback); 993 cc ''CL51/61/70''CL51 for automatic transmission, CL70 for manual transmission and CL61 for export markets. turbo-diesel I3 (G101, hatchback)	4Base model 1.0-litre (G100) hatchback only or 5-speed manual transmission; 3-speed ''Aisin Warner A210'' automatic transmission	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive; Front-engine, four-wheel-drive
Fourth generation (G200)	January 1993 – May 2000	993 cc ''CB24'' I3 (G202: Australia, Brazil)1.3 L ''HC'' I4 (G200)1.5 L ''HE'' I4 (G203/213)1.6 L ''HD'' I4 (G201)	5-speed manual3-speed automatic4-speed automatic	Front-engine, front-wheel-driveFront-engine, four-wheel-driveJapanese models only
Chinese copies and derivatives	1986–2012 (Xiali)1988–1995 (Ling Kong)1996–1999 (CMC Zhonghua)1996–2003 (Anda'er)1998–2007 (Geely)	'''Xiali''':; 993 cc ''CA3GA2'' I3 (2008–2012 N3); 993 cc ''TJ376QE'' I3 (TJ7100/TJ7101 series, 2004–2005 N3, 2006 Xiali A+, 2008 N3+ hatch and sedan); 1052 cc ''TJ378QE'' I4 (2005 Xiali N3 hatch and sedan); 1342 cc ''8A-FE'' I4 (2004 N3 hatch); 1425 cc ''CA4GB1'' I4 (2004–2005 Xiali Shenya/Junya/A+, 2008 Xiali N3+); '''Ling Kong''':; 1.0 L ''377Q-L'' I4; 1.0 L ''DA462'' I4; 1.0 L ''JL462'' I4; '''Geely''':; 993 cc ''JL376QE'' I3 (Liangjing, JL1010N/E1); 1.3 L ''JL/MR479Q'' I4 (Haoqing SRV, JL1010N/E1, MR); 1.5 L ''MR479A'' I4 (JL1010N, MR)	5 speed manual4 speed manual	Not specified

Daihatsu Charade 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

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

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 have?

The available source data lists the Daihatsu Charade engine as 843 cc ''CD'' I3 (Chile)993 cc ''CB10/11/20/31/32''CB10: 55PS 77–80, CB11: 55PS 80–83, CB20: 50-52PS for worldwide market, CB31: 60PS 79–80 and CB32 (available with automatic transmission) 60PS 80–83. I3. Engine availability can differ by model year and market.

What tire pressure should I use for the Daihatsu Charade?

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?

There is no single best engine oil for every Daihatsu Charade 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?

The Daihatsu Charade is classified as a 3/5-door hatchback.

What are the dimensions of the Daihatsu Charade?

The available source data lists length 3460 -, width 1520 mm (59.8 in), height 1360 mm (53.5 in), and wheelbase 2300 mm (90.6 in).

What transmission does the Daihatsu Charade have?

The available source data lists 4/5-speed manual2-speed ''Daimatic'' automatic transmission options for the Daihatsu Charade.

Is the Daihatsu Charade FWD, RWD or AWD?

The listed drivetrain/layout for the Daihatsu Charade is Front-engine, front-wheel-drive.

Who makes the Daihatsu Charade?

The manufacturer listed for the Daihatsu Charade is Daihatsu.

When was the Daihatsu Charade produced?

The available source data describes production as 1977–20001986–2012 (China).

How much does the Daihatsu Charade weigh?

The available source data lists a kerb/curb weight of 630 –. Actual weight can vary with engine, trim and equipment.

Where was the Daihatsu Charade built?

The available source record lists assembly information as Japan: Ikeda, Osaka; Greece: Thebes, Boeotia (Automeccanica); New Zealand: Trentham (General Motors NZ); Indonesia: Sunter, Jakarta (Gaya Motor).

What class of car is the Daihatsu Charade?

The Daihatsu Charade is listed in the Supermini (B) class.

Which markets or countries sold the Daihatsu Charade?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the Daihatsu Charade with FI, GB, NL, NZ, UA, US. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What came after the Daihatsu Charade?

The available vehicle data lists Daihatsu Storia/Sirion as a successor where applicable.

What replaced the Daihatsu Charade?

The available vehicle data lists Daihatsu Storia/Sirion as the successor where applicable.

What cars are related to the Daihatsu Charade?

The available source data identifies related models as Automeccanica Zebra (Greece). Relationships can vary by market and generation.

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

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?

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 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 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.

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

Daihatsu Charade images

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