Review: Daihatsu M100.I Sirion (1998-02)

Overview

Released in June 1998, the Daihatsu M100 Series I (M100.I) Sirion was a light, five-door hatchback. Manufactured in Japan, the front wheel drive Sirion was initially powered by a 1.0-litre EJ-VE three-cylinder petrol engine that was mated to either a four-speed automatic or five-speed manual transmission. In September 2000, however, the Sirion GTVi was introduced – it was powered by the more powerful 1.3-litre K3-VE four-cylinder engine.

The M100 Sirion was 3675 mm long, 1590 mm wide, 1450 mm tall and had a 2345 mm long wheelbase. Furthermore, the Sirion had MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear axle.

Safety equipment

Standard safety equipment for the Sirion included dual front airbags and front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters. The GTVi was further equipped with ABS and electronic brake force distribution.

Euro NCAP crash testing

In Euro NCAP crash testing , a three-door Sirion received a three star adult occupant protection rating with a score of 22. In the frontal impact test, the driver’s chest contacted the steering wheel such that chest protection was rated as weak; marginal ratings were assessed for the driver’s head, thighs and feet. In the side impact test, only the abdomen had an increased risk of injury from the intruding arm rest.

Features

Standard features for the Sirion included a two speaker sound system with a radio and cassette player, central locking, power windows and power mirrors.

The Sirion GTVi was further equipped with 14-inch alloy wheels, a four speaker sound system with CD player, front fog lights and an immobiliser. Visually, the GTVi could be identified by its spoilers (front and rear) and side skirts.

Review: Daihatsu M100.II Sirion (2002-05)

Overview

Released in March 2002, the M100 Series II (M100.II) Sirion could be identified by its new headlights, bonnet, fenders and grille treatment with split bumpers and fluted intakes in the front air dam. Inside, there was a redesigned dashboard and instrument cluster, with storage compartments added to the top centre section of the dashboard and an additional glove compartment positioned on the passenger side.

Safety equipment

Compared to its M100.I predecessor, standard safety equipment for the M100.II Sirion was unchanged.

Features

Standard features for the M100.II Sirion were extended to include a CD player and immobiliser; the GTVi variant, however, was unchanged.

Related links

• Wikipedia.org: Daihatsu Storia/Sirion

Review: Daihatsu M300 Sirion (2005)

Overview

Released in March 2005, the Daihatsu M300 Sirion was a light, five-door hatchback. Manufactured in Japan, the front-wheel drive Sirion was powered by a 1.3-litre four-cylinder petrol engine that was mated to either a four-speed automatic or five-speed manual transmission. Furthermore, the Sirion range consisted of both a standard and Sports variant.

The 1.3-litre K3-VE four-cylinder petrol engine had double overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder, variable valve timing and a compression ratio of 10.0:1.

Compared to the M100 Sirion , the M300 Sirion was 75 mm shorter (at 3600 mm), but 75 mm wider (1665 mm), 100 mm taller (1550 mm) and had a 85 mm longer wheelbase (2430 mm). Like its predecessor, the M300 Sirion had MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear axle (both with coil springs and hydraulic shock absorbers).

Safety equipment

Standard safety equipment for the Sirion included dual front airbags and front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters. Optional safety equipment included front-seat mounted side airbags, full-length curtain airbags and ABS.

Euro NCAP crash testing

In Euro NCAP crash testing , a left-hand drive Sirion that was fitted with dual front airbags and front side airbags – the latter not fitted to Australian-delivered vehicles as standard – received a four star adult occupant protection rating with a score of 28.55 out of 37. In the offset crash test, protection from serious leg injury was marginal for the driver and weak for the passenger; there was also a slight risk of serious chest injury for the front occupants. In the side impact test, maximum points were awarded.

Features

Standard features for the Sirion SX included a four speaker sound system with CD player, air conditioning, split and folding rear seats, remote central locking, power windows and mirrors, a tilt adjustable steering wheel, height adjustable driver’s seat, cargo cover and an immobiliser.

The Sirion Sports was further equipped with 14-inch alloy wheels and front fog lights. Visually, the Sports variant could be identified by its front and roof-mounted rear spoiler and side skirts.

Related links

• Wikipedia.org: Daihatsu Boon/Sirion

Recalls: Daihatsu M300 Sirion

Overview

Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.

Recalls: Daihatsu M300 Sirion

No recall information is available for the Daihatsu Sirion (M300). To search for recalls of Daihatsu models, please visit Product Safety Recalls Australia: Daihatsu.

Problems and faults: Daihatsu M300 Sirion

Overview

This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.

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Problems and faults: Daihatsu M300 Sirion

No troubleshooting information is currently available for the Daihatsu M300 Sirion.

Recalls: Daihatsu M100 Sirion

Overview

Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.

Recalls: Daihatsu M100 Sirion

• In 1999, a recall was issued for Daihatsu Sirion vehicles that were manufactured from April 1998 to March 1999 and in the VIN range JDA M100 S000 500079 to JDA M100 S000 525616. In these vehicles, the terminals may have inadequate dimensions at the inside of the electrical harness couplers of the headlight and horn – this could result in overheating, the headlights not illuminating and the horn not sounding (PRA 1999/4109).

Problems and faults: Daihatsu M100 Sirion

Overview

This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.

To report a problem or fault to the AustralianCar.Reviews team, please use the Contact Us form. Note that AustralianCar.Reviews does not offer advice on automotive problems or disputes; such enquiries will not receive a reply. For vehicles purchased from dealers after 1 January 2011, please see our Australian Consumer Law fact sheet.

Problems and faults: Daihatsu M100 Sirion

No troubleshooting information is currently available for the Daihatsu M100 Sirion.

Released in June 1998, the Daihatsu M100 Series I (M100.I) Sirion was a light, five-door hatchback. Manufactured in Japan, the front wheel drive Sirion was initially powered by a 1.0-litre EJ-VE three-cylinder petrol engine that was mated to either a four-speed automatic or five-speed manual transmission. In September 2000, however, the Sirion GTVi was introduced – it was powered by the more powerful 1.3-litre K3-VE four-cylinder engine… Read full Daihatsu M100 Sirion review

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Images: Daihatsu M100.II Sirion (2002-05)

Released in March 2002, the Daewoo M100 Series II (M100.II) Sirion could be identified by its new headlights, bonnet, fenders and grille treatment with split bumpers and fluted intakes in the front air dam. Inside, there was a redesigned dashboard and instrument cluster, with storage compartments added to the top centre section of the dashboard and an additional glove compartment positioned on the passenger side.

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Released in March 2005, the Daihatsu M300 Sirion was a light, five-door hatchback. Manufactured in Japan, the front-wheel drive Sirion was powered by a 1.3-litre four-cylinder petrol engine that was mated to either a four-speed automatic or five-speed manual transmission. Furthermore, the Sirion range consisted of both a standard and Sports variant… Read full Daihatsu M300 Sirion review

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Euro NCAP: Daihatsu M300 Sirion crash testing

In Euro NCAP crash testing, a left-hand drive Sirion that was fitted with dual front airbags and front side airbags – the latter not fitted to Australian-delivered vehicles as standard – received a four star adult occupant protection rating with a score of 28.55 out of 37. Videos are provided with the permission of Euro NCAP.

Euro NCAP: Daihatsu M100.I Sirion crash testing

In Euro NCAP crash testing, a three-door Sirion received a three star adult occupant protection rating with a score of 22. Videos are provided with the permission of Euro NCAP.