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2009 Daihatsu Terios Mini-Master Review

March 2009
Filed under: DAIHATSU Car News | DAIHATSU Headlines
With spring in the air, and family day trips and Easter holidays being planned, the recession-busting, five-seat, 4x4 Daihatsu Terios is the perfect vehicle to master a trip through town, a cross-country constitutional or the annual family break.

Built with legendary Japanese quality, reliability and engineering prowess, the Terios '“ with five years free servicing until 31st March, enviable five-year unlimited mileage warranty, roadside assistance and six-year body warranty '“ makes light work of whatever the task in hand. Its lightweight, powerful (103 bhp and 140 Nm), free revving 1.5-litre, 16-valve, DOHC, variable valve technology engine not only offers solid performance (0-62 mph in 12.2s and 99 mph V-max), but superb fuel economy (35.8 combined for S model) and the Terios benefits from low road duty taxes and insurance bands (7 and 8): Terios is practical, fun and economical.

Safety is essential with the unpredictable British weather, and the Terios is well equipped to protect its occupants. The full-time 4WD is not just for off-road capability, but providing maximum traction in all weathers, high-speed stability and the quickest possible acceleration and poise through corners. The Terios also features a locking centre differential function, directly linking the front and rear wheels, giving better traction in deep mud, ruts, on ice etc., avoiding wheel spin.

And, coupled with 15-inch front disc brakes, Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Anti-Lock Braking and Brake Assist functions, independent suspension with excellent ride and handling, twin air bags, a solid safety cell and first class visibility and lighting, you know you are in safe hands driving a Daihatsu Terios '“ wherever you plan to take it, whatever the weather.

Paul Hegarty, Operations Director, Daihatsu Vehicle Distributors Limited, said: "In these tough times, our cars have never made more sense. The Terios is a great value, economical 4x4 that is as happy buzzing about the city as it is coping with muddy, wet off-road tracks. Safety comes as standard to this fine utility vehicle as much as practicality, frugality, style and fun. Wherever, whatever '“ the Terios will take you there, affordably, stylishly and in comfort and safety. It's quite a character, guaranteed to bring out your adventurous nature."

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