Toyota · 2004–2023

Toyota Passo

The Daihatsu Boon (Japanese: ダイハツ・ブーン, Hepburn: Daihatsu Būn) is a subcompact car produced by Japanese automaker Daihatsu from 2004 to 2023, and also sold under Toyota brand as the Toyota Passo (Japanese: トヨタ・パッソ, Hepburn: Toyota Passo) between 2004 and the ends of 2023. The Passo was once sold at Toyota Corolla Store Japanese dealerships until it was consolidated with other Toyota dealers in 2020. Outside Japan, the first- and second-generation Boon is sold as the second- and third-generation Sirion. The first-generation Sirion was sold as the Storia in Japan. According to Daihatsu, the name "Boon" is derived from the English word boon, and also inspired by the sound that Japanese children make when imitating the sound of a car, while the name "Passo" is Italian for "step". According to Toyota, the name conjures up the image of a casual and approachable car.

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Predecessor: Toyota Duet

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First generation (M300/AC10; 2004)

The development for the first-generation Boon was led by Toyota chief engineer Tetsuya Tada. For the Japanese domestic market, the Boon were available with 996 cc and 1.3-litre engines. The major difference between the Japanese Boon and Sirion are automatic version where the gear-changing located beside the steering on the dashboard and the handbrake below the steering. Both the Japanese Boon and European Sirion were offered in both front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive versions. A 936 cc turbocharged version with four-wheel drive was also available, known as the Boon X4. The Boon was designed for European tastes and the model took on a larger and stockier frame. It weighs about 940 kg (2,072 lb). With the back seats down, its luggage capacity increases from 225 L (8 cu ft) to 630 L (22 cu ft). In early 2005, Daihatsu launched the Japanese-built second-generation Sirion in Brunei using the facility and parts from the Boon. The model was discontinued in 2010 before Daihatsu exited the Brunei market as the passenger cars market (except the commercial vehicles) in 2014 and the Sirion is replaced by the Perodua-badged Myvi, which is launched in the country since April 2016. On 25 May 2005, Malaysian automaker Perodua launched a variant of the Boon known as the Perodua Myvi. Sporting multiple cosmetic changes, the Myvi became Perodua's best-selling car in Malaysia for 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009. The Myvi was also exported to Singapore and the United Kingdom. On 25 December 2006, the Boon was restyled. This version was exported to Europe as the Sirion in 2007. In 2007, Daihatsu launched the Sirion in Indonesia using the facility and parts from the Myvi. The Subaru Justy was unveiled at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show using the Boon model. It is positioned as an entry-level mode

Second generation (M600/AC30; 2010)

The second-generation Boon was unveiled in Japan on 15 February 2010 alongside the second-generation Passo. Daihatsu calls this the M600, while Toyota uses the AC30 model code. Toyota also offered a well-equipped version with a redesigned, smoothed off front end, called the Passo +Hana. The +Hana also has champagne-coloured doorhandles and exterior mirrors; there was no equivalent Daihatsu model. The second-generation Myvi, based on the Boon, was released in Malaysia on 17 June 2011. The third-generation Sirion for the Indonesian market was unveiled at the 19th Indonesia International Motor Show on 23 July 2011. In April 2013, Toyota New Zealand announced its decision to stop selling the second-generation Sirion, still on sale, stating it was unable to secure Daihatsu products that comply with future regulatory standards for New Zealand. Daihatsu Boon Toyota Passo

Third generation (M700; 2016)

The third-generation Boon and Passo were unveiled in Japan on 12 April 2016. A better-equipped variant called the Boon CILQ was also available, featuring a pill-shaped grille that was distinct from the redesigned oval headlamps. This model was sold as the Passo Moda by Toyota and replaced the Passo +Hana from the previous generation. Both the Boon and the Passo received a facelift on 10 October 2018, along with the introduction of a "Style" variant for the Boon. The Passo now includes an improved collision avoidance support system (Smart Assist III), which can detect various elements such as pedestrians, vehicles, preceding and oncoming cars, and obstacles. It can then activate several driver assistance systems, including alerting the driver or switching between low and high beams. For the facelift model, the CILQ/Style/Moda submodels received a much larger grille, pulled all the way down to the bottom of the bumper, and the black C-pillar panel was smoothed off and received a high-gloss finish (other types were matte black plastic with four horizontal ridges). The third-generation Boon is the only model that is not built as the corresponding generation Perodua Myvi (which is also sold as the Daihatsu Sirion in Indonesia). Boon Passo

Boon Luminas (M502/M512; 2008)

The Boon Luminas (Japanese: ダイハツ・ブーンルミナス, Hepburn: Daihatsu Būn Ruminasu) is a minivan manufactured and sold by Daihatsu. It is a different series model based from the regular Boon, with which it is sold in parallel from 2008 until 2012. This vehicle was jointly developed with Toyota as the Passo Sette (トヨタ・パッソセッテ), with Daihatsu handling development and production while leveraging Toyota's vehicle planning capabilities. With the launch of this vehicle, Daihatsu's minivan lineup returned after a four-year hiatus since the Atrai 7, which was discontinued in 2004. Unlike the regular Boon/Passo, the Luminas/Sette the overall length has been increased by 580 mm , the overall width by 20 mm (0.8 in), and the overall height by 85 mm (3.3 in) compared to the Boon, and the wheelbase has also been extended from 2,440 mm (96.1 in) to 2,750 mm (108.3 in). The Luminas/Sette designed completely differently from the regular Boon/Passo. The key consideration in the seat arrangement, including the ability to fully flatten the second and third row seats, and the ability to create combinations to suit the number of passengers and the amount of luggage. The Boon Luminas and its OEM were manufactured in the Kyoto Plant. At the time of its discontinuation, it was the only model sold by Daihatsu that was produced at the Kyoto Plant. Early Boon Luminas grade includes: CL, and CX. The Aero package with differentiated front fascia and additional spoiler was available. The Passo Sette was sold at the Corolla dealership. While it shares the same 1.5-litre engine, three rows of seats, and seven-passenger capacity as the first-generation Sienta, there are significant differences: the Sienta uses the Toyota NBC platform, and a sliding doors; while the Passo Sette used the Daihatsu A Platform. The

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Specifications

name: Daihatsu Boon
Manufacturer: Daihatsu
aka: Toyota Passo (2005–2023), Daihatsu Sirion (international, 2004–2015; Indonesia, 2007–2018), Subaru Justy (2007–2011), Perodua Myvi (Malaysia, 2005–2017)
Production: June 2004 – December 2023
Assembly: Japan: Ikeda, Osaka (Ikeda plant)
Class: Subcompact car
Body style: 5-door hatchback
Layout: Front-engine, front-wheel-drive, Front-engine, four-wheel-drive
Predecessor: Daihatsu Storia
sp: uk

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Wikidata — https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q65240911CC0 1.0 · retrieved 2026-10-01
Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daihatsu_BoonCC BY-SA 4.0 · Text © Wikipedia contributors; revision 1374991229 · retrieved 2026-10-01
Wikimedia Commons — https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Toyotapasso.jpgPublic domain · Photo: moi-même ! · retrieved 2026-10-01
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