In 2019, the Subaru Chiffon twin and the Daihatsu Tanto's fourth generation were both launched. A new Tanto Kei automobile called the "FunCross" has just been presented by Daihatsu.
Daihatsu gave the Tanto Custom a facelift for 2023, adding a sizable Lexus-style grille along with more chrome, new wheels, and the fanciest colors. More significantly, the inclusion of the Tanto FunCross, which is prepared for urban wildness, broadens the lineup.
The Tanto, which has dimensions of 3,395 mm in length, 1,475 mm in width, and up to 1,775 mm in height, is based on the DNGA platform.
A 658cc three-cylinder petrol engine under the tiny bonnet produces 63 hp when turbocharged or 51 hp when it is naturally aspirated. Power can be sent to either the front or both axles with a CVT transmission.
The FunCross has revised bumpers compared to the standard Tanto, most of which are covered in plastic cladding to give the car a more rugged appearance.
The LED headlights, roof rails, aluminum-style skidplates, and dark-finished alloy wheels are additional features unique to FunCross. The "Rugged" and the "Casual Active" accessory packages from Daihatsu have also been produced, adding more customization options for exterior appearance.
A camouflage pattern for the seat upholstery, vibrant color accents on the dashboard and door cards, plus waterproofing for the cargo area and backs of the rear seats are all included within the FunCross. There is enough for four people on the FunCross.
Both the high-mounted digital instrument cluster and the 9-inch infotainment touchscreen are carried over from the standard Tanto. The driver's seat's ability to slide all the way back, the USB port at the back, the extra storage compartment under the boot, the ambient lighting, the roof rack (optional), and the vehicle's automatic sliding back doors are further noteworthy features.
The price of the new Tanto variations has not yet been disclosed by Daihatsu, but it is anticipated that they will cost slightly more than the standard Tanto, which is available for between $9,072 and $13,045.