2001–2006 Daihatsu YRV 1.3 AWD Specs & Performance

The Daihatsu YRV 1.3 AWD was a particularly unusual version of a small MPV, combining compact urban dimensions with four-wheel traction. Its naturally aspirated 1.3-litre four-cylinder produces 86 hp and 120 Nm, while a five-speed manual sends power through an AWD system. That combination gives the YRV a character distinct from the ordinary front-wheel-drive version, adding extra traction without turning the small family-oriented vehicle into a conventional SUV.

For 2001–2006, the YRV 1.3 AWD remained focused on clever packaging rather than outright performance. Its five-door cabin seats five, while the flexible 240–1,076-litre luggage area makes the compact footprint surprisingly useful. With a 106 mph top speed and 12.0-second 0–62 mph time, it is clearly tuned for practical everyday driving rather than speed. The AWD system is the unusual ingredient, giving this modest Daihatsu a distinctive combination of compact proportions, family practicality and all-weather versatility.