Here’s the second of Daihatsu’s two concept car world debuts at the 2017 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS), after the stunner of a sedan that is the Daihatsu DN F-Sedan. The Daihatsu DN Multisix is an MPV, something more in tune with the compact car expert’s product range for Indonesia.
Of course, the people carrier is the most popular choice of vehicle in ASEAN’s largest auto market and most populous nation. Daihatsu and Toyota are leaders of the three-row MPV market, with the Toyota Calya and Daihatsu Sigra entry-level duo and the Toyota Avanza and Daihatsu Xenia mid-size twins.
The Daihatsu DN Multisix concept shown here raises a possibility of a larger, range-topping MPV offering more space and comfort. As the name suggests, it seats six instead of seven, and the showcar is larger than an Avanza (details below). There’s a futuristic interior and suicide doors typical of showcars, as well as a full-length glass roof. There’s some SUV flavour in the design too, which is a current trend for people carriers.
The MPV’s face shares the same theme as the Daihatsu DN F-Sedan, which could hint at a future corporate look for the D-brand. In terms of dimensions, the show car is quoted at 4,310 mm long, 1,720 mm wide, 1,695 mm tall, with a wheelbase of 2,620 mm and 250 mm clearance. While it may be longer (vs. 4,190 mm) and wider (vs. 1,660 mm) than the Avanza, the concept has a shorter wheelbase (Avanza’s is 2,655 mm) by comparison, but shares the same height.
As a nation and the income of its people makes progress, so does the population’s expectations when it comes to cars. With that as the backdrop, the Daihatsu DN Multisix concept could be the carmaker preparing a more sophisticated offering for Indonesia. Perodua could of course take it up if it wants something larger than the Alza. More info to come.
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I can’t ignore the “high butt” design similar to that of the Bezza
Lovely glorified Innova
I see hints of Lexus design . Wow Daihatsu, wow what a huge jump in your designs.
Pipu moving to SUV, meanwhile P2 still waiting jepunis minorlord to donate this car.
Perodua, faster lah bring out Alza replacement. Can either be this MPV or a new SUV.
Wife car already 7 years old & looking for the replacement.
Front face looks like Toyota Harrier
Next Generation Xenia, maybe
Probably will be branded as the new Perodua Rusa. Oh deer it looks lovely.
those concept car are create by their local people/fatory or direct ship from japan?
The profile is simply horrendous
If price sky high Malaysian or p2 peminat just mumpu tengok. P2 owner mindset cheap car and economy car. Never change