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Daihatsu Sigra

Daihatsu Sigra
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The Daihatsu Sigra is an A-segment MPV with standard three-row seating designed by Daihatsu and manufactured by Astra Daihatsu Motor in Indonesia since July 2016 to be sold exclusively in the country. Developed by Daihatsu chief engineer Nobuhiko Ono, it is built on lengthened Ayla's platform and positioned below the Xenia as a more affordable MPV option for the Indonesian market, where three-row MPVs have high demand in the country. It is also rebadged and sold by Toyota as the Toyota Calya with a differentiated front fascia. The cars were built to meet the "Low Cost Green Car" regulation by the Indonesian government that abolished luxury goods tax for economical cars. The Sigra was previewed by UFC, UFC2 and UFC 3 concept cars that was shown in 2012, 2013 and 2014 respectively. The production model was unveiled on 2 August 2016 alongside the Calya and launched at the 24th Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show on 11 August 2016. Both cars are manufactured at the Karawang plant, with a claimed localisation level of 94%. The name Sigra was taken from the Sanskrit word meaning 'quick response', while Calya means 'perfection'. Same with the Ayla/Agya, the Sigra using a S-shaped front logo, while the Calya for the opting for a Garuda-inspired front badge, to comply with the requirements of the LCGC program.

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Facelift

The Sigra received its facelift on 16 September 2019, along with the Calya. The facelift consisted of redesigned front fascia, longer rear number plate garnish and usage of LED headlights (except for Sigra 1.0 D). In the interior, a storage space below the gear lever was also added. Both cars received another minor update on 7 July 2022. The third minor facelift Sigra was unveiled at GIIAS 2026. Features a two-tone colour, red accents on the front grille, and black door handle. The third minor facelift is only available on the 1.2 R trim.

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Specifications

name
Daihatsu Sigra
Manufacturer
Daihatsu
aka
Toyota Calya
Production
July 2016 – present
Assembly
Indonesia: Karawang (ADM); Karawang (TMMIN; Calya, 2019–present)
Class
A-segmenthttps://www.daihatsu.com/news/2016/20160802-2.html
Body style
5-door wagon
Layout
Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Platform
Daihatsu Global A-Segment platform
Related
Daihatsu Ayla, Perodua Axia, Perodua Bezza
Engine
Petrol:, 998 cc 1KR-VE I3 (B400; Sigra only), 1197 cc 3NR-VE I4 (B401)
Transmission
5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic
Wheelbase
2525 mm
Length
4070 –
Width
1655 mm
Height
1600 mm
Kerb weight
920 –
sp
uk

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