The market demand for SUVs is quite high. Many manufacturers have launched SUVs with the best specifications and performance. Daihatsu has also introduced the new generation Daihatsu Terios which has undergone many changes on each side. The presence of the Daihatsu Terios is good news because Terios is popular is one of the best SUV cars.
Even though there is already a Mitsubishi Xpander which also includes an SUV, the Terios remains an undesirable choice. What’s more, the presence of the latest Daihatsu Terios offers complete features and a more luxurious design than the previous series.
Amazing All New Daihatsu Terios , the Best SUV Car
1. Exterior Design
A lot of people give appreciation to the exterior design of the Daihatsu Terios. This is because the Terios has been designed like today’s SUV. You can see the front and back of the Daihatsu Terios. For the front side, you have used LED lights that are quite similar in design to the Honda CR-V. While the rear side has also used LED lights and the design is quite similar to the Honda Mobilio.
The crossover style is quite clear in the new Daihatsu Terios design. Because this is influenced by a more dynamic design and the absence of a spare tire at the rear. Overall, the Daihatsu Terios design is almost the same as the Toyota Rush. Maybe you could say these two cars are twins.
This design is very different from the previous generation design. What distinguishes it from the Toyota Rush in terms of the striking design is only in the middle of the body. This is indicated by the presence of black colour in the middle of the body.
2. Interior Design
Advanced features are available in the Diahatsu Terios cabin. We can see that there is a 2DIN touch screen that is provided with DVD, USB, and mirroring features. On the AC side, it is already using an automatic digital model.
Meanwhile, the Daihatsu Terios type R already has a smart entry key, as well as an engine, start/stop button. On the driver’s side, there is a seat height adjuster and there are safety features, namely 2 airbags. A sophisticated feature that makes it easier for drivers to drive is a 360 camera.
With this feature, the Daihatsu Terios makes parking easier and faster. Drivers are also still spoiled by the New Meter Cluster with MID on the Daihatsu Terios. Its purpose is to provide as much information as possible to the Daihatsu Terios driver.
3. Engine Performance
SUV cars are known to have powerful engines. Daihatsu Terios uses an engine with the type 2NR VE – DOHC Dual VVTi. While the cylinder capacity of the Daihatsu Terios is 1,496cc. This Daihatsu Terios engine can bring the Daihatsu Terios to a maximum performance of 104 Ps at 6,000 rpm with a peak torque of 13.9 at 4,200 rpm.
Even so, the Daihatsu Terios is still fuel-efficient. This is because Daihatsu Terios already has an EFI (Electronic Fuel Injection) fuel system and its fuel capacity is 45 litres. In the suspension, this car uses a McPherson Strut with a Conch and Stabilizer at the front and a Rigid Ax with a Conch and Stabilizer at the rear.
Both of these suspensions will provide comfort during driving. Then for brakes, Terios uses Ventilated Disc as the front brake and Leading & Trailing as the rear brake.
4. Safety Features
One of the reasons why many people buy the All-New Daihatsu Terios is because of its safety features. Some of the security features in this amazing SUV car are Remote Key (R AII), Vehicle Stability, Hill-Start Assist, Anti-Lock Brake System, and many more.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of All New Daihatsu Terios?
Here some advantages and disadvantages that you must know before you buy this car
1. Advantages
- The exterior of the Daihatsu Terios is more stylish and luxurious
- Complete safety features
- It has various types and makes consumers have more choices
- Better handling thanks to the rear-wheel drive
- Authorized Daihatsu Terios dealers and workshops are easy to find
- High, reliable ground clearance in all-terrain
- The stool is practically foldable thanks to the one-touch tumble feature
2. Disadvantages
- Some say that the Daihatsu Terios engine is less powerful. Even though after we proved it, this car has a good engine performance.
- AC settings are still manual
- This car still doesn’t use a CVT transmission
- The location of the baggage is too high, it is difficult to move the luggage
Compare Daihatsu Terios with Other Cars
Before the latest generation, Daihatsu Terios was launched, the low SUV market was dominated by the Honda BR-V. This one car is cool for its design business. However, after the Daihatsu Terios has been introduced, you can decide which one is better between the two cars.
The Daihatsu Terios car does not only compete with low SUV cars, but also MPV cars. Because most MPV cars today have specifications that are not much different from the specifications and prices of the Daihatsu Terios. One of the MPVs is the Suzuki Ertiga.
The Suzuki Ertiga also has a sporty design like the Daihatsu Terios. However, what about the other specifications? Well, just compare the two cars by comparing the two specifications of the two cars.
Perhaps the toughest competitor of the Daihatsu Terios from the MPV segment is the Xpander car. Because the design is no less cool and other specifications are also quite good. Moreover, the Xpander car also has quite a lot of variant choices.
Conclusion
All in All, those are the specifications of All New Daihatsu Terios. You can see that this awesome car has many features that will make driver and passengers feel comfortable. Terios also have sporty and luxury which is better than the previous generation. The performance of this car is also very good and is one of the most fuel-efficient SUVs. The price is still quite affordable compared to its competitors.