The upcoming Tokyo Auto Show 2025 is set to be the debut stage for many exciting vehicles. One of the anticipated new concepts is the Daihatsu Mira e:S Turbo hot hatchback concept.
To begin, let's explore what Daihatsu Mira e:S represents. It is a "kei-car," a very compact class typical for Japan, where the length typically does not exceed 3.4 meters and engines are limited to a maximum of 0.66 liters. For example, the original Daihatsu Mira e:S has a length of 3395 mm and features a naturally aspirated engine producing just 49 horsepower with a torque of 57 Nm.
Even with these limitations, the Japanese excel at creating true hot hatchbacks! Firstly, the Daihatsu Mira e:S Turbo concept features a turbocharger (which is logical), promising an increase in power to approximately 65 horsepower: not much, but considering the car's compact size and light weight, it's a noteworthy improvement. Secondly, the new concept boasts an eye-catching exterior design with a modified front bumper, a larger grille, BBS alloy wheels, and more. Finally, Carscoops reports that the suspension has been upgraded – and this time, experts from Toyota's GR Sport division, which now includes Daihatsu, were involved.
So, we have an intriguing yet quite realistic concept car in the Daihatsu Mira e:S Turbo, which could soon move from concept to production. Here's to 2025 and a bright future for not only this model but also for markets like Ukraine!