It’s no more secret that the first Perodua D46T (the project code) MPV will be based on Toyota Passo Sette or Daihatu Boon Luminas. To give some ideas on how the P2 MPV look like, we will post some info and photos of this JDM version.

Uniquely, Toyota Passo Sette has the name “Sette”. Taken from the Italian language, which means the seven seats. The Daihatsu Boon Luminas the two meanings of the words in English that is roomy and Luminous. Both were launched in Japan in December 2008 last year.

Both model are powered by the 1.5 liter 3SZ-VE which deliver 109 PS at 6,000rpm and 141Nm of torque at 4,400rpm.

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Popularity: 3% [?]

Perodua  is believed to launch their first MPV end of next year. But until now there is no reliable source of info on the MPV specs. However, since last week, many websites has posted the JV MPV project between Toyota and its subsidiaries Daihatsu. The JDM model will be known as  Toyota Passo Sette and Daihatsu Boon Ruminous which also expected to be market here under the badge of Perodua.

The photo here claimed to be leaked from the dealer brochure which I doubt to be true. Anyway, what do you think of this model ? Will this model hit our road next year ?

perodua mpv

Popularity: 16% [?]

I just visited Auto-Lah another auto blog by Malaysian. Auto-Lah has interesting fact that we should read on our latest Perodua Viva.

This new model is a replacement for the Kelisa and is based on the Daihatsu Mira (also known as the Cuore, Domino or Charade outside Japan). In fact it is almost identical to the Mira externally. Internally however, it is a different matter all together. Malaysians have been handed down the old tired design. Take a look at Paul Tan’s blog post here to see what I mean.

My comments is so simple, Perodua is 2nd National car with very limited market, many of us will agree if I say that almost 90% of perodua was sold in Malaysia only.  (Is it 100% I dont know, Paultan could have the figure) If perodua were to develop their own model like what PROTON did, I dont think they can make good money. Since Daihatsu own majority share in Perodua, the best option is to sell car which already in the Japanese Domestic Market.  As a result you can see Kancil vs Mira, Kenari vs Move, Myvi vs Boon/Passo and this new Viva vs New Mira and many more for sure in future……

Popularity: 24% [?]

I received an email with a photo of New Kancil Replacement Model which expected to be in Malaysia Market this April or May 2007.

I am not sure this is based on which Daihatsu’s model, but its look kewl and elegant.

No wonder Perodua recently produced Myvi SE, this could be one of their strategy to maintain sales of Myvi and at the same time have good sales for this new model.

I personallt think that this model can get good sales also. But wait for the price and the spec too…

Kancil Replacement Model

Popularity: 20% [?]

Daihatsu Japan has recently new Daihatsu Mira Custom. The new Mira, the seventh generation of the series, has been completely updated, including the platform and the engine. Development sought to maintain the smart styling, space and utility that have long characterized the Mira while enhancing quality and value to a new level that far exceeds other vehicles in its class. The lineup includes two vehicle types, each with its own distinctive characteristics: the Mira, which is based on the concept of “a high quality mini vehicle for city driving,” and the Mira Custom, based on the concept of a “premium personalized mini vehicle.”

Plans call for sales of 6,000 units per month in Japan. The manufacturer’s suggested retail prices range from 830,000 yen to 1,475,000 yen (excluding consumption tax).

Popularity: 28% [?]