What is the Daihatsu Copen?
The Copen is a small two-seat convertible. Its Active Top is a power-operated roof that lets the car switch between open and closed driving. A detachable roof was also offered in Japan.
The European model history covers the first-generation L880 from 2004 to 2010. The Copen brings a sporting twist to Daihatsu’s range of compact cars.
Engines and power
EU versions listed for 2010–2011 used a 1.3-litre petrol engine producing 64 kW (87 PS). UK figures cover petrol engines from 0.7 to 1.3 litres.
How economical is the Daihatsu Copen?
The lowest UK VCA figure is 6 L/100 km on the NEDC test. NEDC was used in Europe before WLTP became the current procedure, so figures from the two tests are not directly comparable.
There were 538 EU registrations from 2010 to 2011. The leading entry was the 1.3-litre petrol Copen in 2010, with 348 registrations.
Where was the Daihatsu Copen sold?
UK VCA figures cover the Copen from 2004 to 2010, while EU registration figures cover 2010–2011. Petrol is listed in both markets. UK versions ranged from 0.7 to 1.3 litres; EU versions used a 1.3-litre engine.
Questions and answers
What makes the Copen distinctive?
It is a small two-seat convertible with a power-operated Active Top roof. A detachable roof was also offered in Japan.
What engine did EU Copen versions use?
EU versions listed for 2010–2011 used a 1.3-litre petrol engine producing 64 kW (87 PS).
What is the Copen’s lowest official fuel consumption?
The lowest UK VCA figure is 6 L/100 km on the NEDC test.
When was the first-generation Copen sold?
The European model history lists the L880 generation from 2004 to 2010.