Sirion M2
The Daihatsu Sirion M2, produced 2005-2015 as second-generation of compact city car also marketed as Boon in Japanese market, features range of economical engines including base 1.0-liter three-cylinder producing 69 horsepower, popular 1.3-liter K3-VE four-cylinder developing 87 horsepower at 6,000 rpm enabling 170 km/h top speed and 10.9-second 0-100 km/h acceleration, and performance-oriented 1.5-liter Sport variant, paired with five-speed manual transmission and available four-wheel-drive system for enhanced traction. Lightweight construction achieves approximately 890-1,000 kg curb weight depending on specification creating favorable power-to-weight ratio and exceptional fuel economy with 1.3-liter variant achieving combined consumption around 6.1 L/100km.
The Sirion M2 represents Daihatsu expertise in efficient compact vehicle engineering combining Toyota group platform sharing with distinctive styling and competitive pricing strategy, featuring tall-body kei-car influenced design maximizing interior space within compact 3,750mm length offering flexible seating and adequate cargo versatility. Available 4WD variants utilizing mechanical all-wheel-drive system provided enhanced capability for challenging weather conditions popular in Japanese and European markets with limited performance penalty achieving 165 km/h top speed. Popular among urban drivers seeking economical transportation with above-average interior space and build quality versus price point, the M2 Sirion competed against Toyota Yaris, Honda Jazz, and Suzuki Swift with emphasis on value equipment levels, reliable Daihatsu engineering proven through extensive Toyota group validation, and adequate performance from larger-displacement variants providing comfortable highway cruising capability while maintaining city car maneuverability and parking convenience throughout production run serving global markets before Daihatsu European withdrawal.