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| Daihatsu Tanto | |
|---|---|
 Daihatsu Tanto X (L350S) | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Daihatsu |
| Also called | Subaru Chiffon (2016–present) |
| Production | November 2003 – present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Kei car |
| Body style | 5-doorhatchback/minivan |
| Layout | |
TheDaihatsu Tanto (Japanese:ダイハツ・タント,Hepburn:Daihatsu Tanto) is akei car manufactured by the Japanese carmakerDaihatsu. It was introduced at the2003 Tokyo Motor Show as a vehicle based on theMove's "tall" body style, and followed by the Tanto Custom in July 2005.
The name "Tanto" is derived fromItalian,Spanish andPortuguese word for "so much" or "a lot".[1]
| First generation | |
|---|---|
 Tanto X (L350S) | |
| Overview | |
| Model code | L350 |
| Production | November 2003 – November 2007 |
| Assembly | Japan:Ryūō,Shiga (Ryūō plant)[citation needed] |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,440 mm (96.1 in) |
| Length | 3,395 mm (133.7 in) |
| Width | 1,475 mm (58.1 in) |
| Height | 1,725 mm (67.9 in) |
| Kerb weight | 870–960 kg (1,918–2,116 lb) |
The first-generation Tanto went on sale on 27 November 2003. The grade levels consisted of L, X and X Limited fornaturally aspirated engine option, and R and RS forturbocharged engine option. The first generation Tanto was only available with conventional automatic transmissions, with four speeds in most models. Naturally aspirated, four-wheel drive Tantos received a three-speed automatic instead.
The Tanto Custom was added in July 2005, aimed at younger buyers and with a more assertive look. The redesigned headlights were linked by a translucent grille garnish; this look was continued at the rear, where the taillights were clear and extended all the way across the car.[2] The Tanto Custom grade levels consisted of L and X for the naturally aspirated engine, and RS for the turbocharged option. The Custom RS also came standard with 15-inch alloy wheels and a leather-wrapped, Momo steering wheel.[2]
The Tanto FCHV (Fuel Cell Hybrid Vehicle) was introduced at the2005 Tokyo Motor Show. Based on the Tanto Custom, the prototype vehicle adds ahydrogen tank andelectric motors.[3]
| Second generation | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Model code | L375 |
| Production | December 2007 – October 2013 |
| Assembly | Japan:Ryūō,Shiga (Ryūō plant)[citation needed] |
| Designer | Jirou Matsueda and Yoshihiro Yamamoto[4] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Related | Daihatsu Tanto Exe |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,490 mm (98.0 in) |
| Length | 3,395 mm (133.7 in) |
| Width | 1,475 mm (58.1 in) |
| Height | 1,750 mm (68.9 in) |
| Kerb weight | 900–1,010 kg (1,984–2,227 lb) |
The second-generation Tanto went on sale on 17 December 2007. Among the main features of this generation is an ordinary side-hinged rear door on the right and a sliding door without an intermediate pillar on the left.
| Third generation | |
|---|---|
 Tanto X SA (LA600S) | |
| Overview | |
| Model code | LA600 |
| Also called | Subaru Chiffon |
| Production |
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| Assembly | |
| Body and chassis | |
| Related | Daihatsu Move Canbus (LA800) |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | CVT |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,455 mm (96.7 in) |
| Length | 3,395 mm (133.7 in) |
| Width | 1,475 mm (58.1 in) |
| Height | 1,750 mm (68.9 in) |
| Kerb weight | 920–1,010 kg (2,028–2,227 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Subaru Lucra (Chiffon) |
The third-generation Tanto went on sale on 3 October 2013. This generation used the sliding door on both sides. The car is also sold bySubaru as theSubaru Chiffon (Japanese:スバル・シフォン,Hepburn:Subaru Shifon) since December 2016 through anOEM agreement.
The Tanto underwent a very light facelift in December 2015; the regular Tanto only received interior upgrades, including water-repellant fabric, while the Custom received a reworked grille and front bumper, and a larger chrome garnish on the rear gate.
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| Fourth generation | |
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 2019 Tanto X (LA650S) | |
| Overview | |
| Model code | LA650 |
| Also called | Subaru Chiffon[7] |
| Production | July 2019 – present |
| Assembly | Japan:Ryūō,Shiga (Ryūō plant);[5]Nakatsu,Ōita (Daihatsu Motor Kyushu)[6] |
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| Body and chassis | |
| Platform | Daihatsu New Global Architecture (DNGA)[10][11][12] |
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| Transmission | CVT |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,460 mm (96.9 in) |
| Length | 3,395 mm (133.7 in) |
| Width | 1,475 mm (58.1 in) |
| Height | 1,755–1,775 mm (69.1–69.9 in) |
| Kerb weight | 880–1,000 kg (1,940–2,205 lb) |
The fourth-generation Tanto went on sale in Japan on 9 July 2019, followed by the second-generation Chiffon on 16 July.[7] It is built on theDaihatsu New Global Architecture (DNGA) platform.[10][11][12][13] The regular model is offered in L, X and X Turbo grade levels, while the Custom model is offered in L, X and RS grade levels. The turbocharged engine option is only available in X Turbo and RS grades.
By one month since its launch, the fourth-generation Tanto had been ordered for approximately 37,000 units, nearly three times the monthly sales target of 12,500 units.[14][15]
The Tanto Custom received afacelift on 3 October 2022. At the same time, thecrossover-styled variant called Tanto FunCross was also added to the lineup.[16][17] The facelifted Chiffon later followed on 13 October.[18]
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| Year | Japan[19] |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 7,741 |
| 2004 | 91,933 |
| 2005 | 92,057 |
| 2006 | 106,410 |
| 2007 | 100,217 |
| 2008 | 159,322 |
| 2009 | 144,814 |
| 2010 | 140,161 |
| 2011 | 111,748 |
| 2012 | 148,146 |
| 2013 | 135,702 |
| 2014 | 232,694 |
| 2015 | 157,753 |
| 2016 | 155,999 |
| 2017 | 141,312 |
| 2018 | 136,557 |
| 2019 | 175,292 |
| 2020 | 129,681 |
| 2021 | 116,912 |
| 2022 | 107,749 |
| 2023 | 159,392 |
| 2024 | 93,759 |
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