Sporty New Daihatsu Mira e:S Turbo Concept Kei Car Previewed
Thoriq Azmi
27-12-2024
Previewed ahead of its public debut at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2025 (TAS 2025) is the sporty new Daihatsu Mira e:S Turbo Concept pictured.
With the 2025 edition of the annual - and original - Tokyo Auto Salon (TAS 2025) modified cars exposition set to take place in just several weeks’ time, Japanese automaker Daihatsu has elected to give an early preview of its show cars for which.
Arguably what will catch the attention of most fans of the renowned Toyota-owned makers of compact kei-class vehicles is the Daihatsu Mira e:S Turbo Concept. Before you ask, this concept underpins the LA350-gen Mira model, which does NOT have a Perodua-branded twin as how the Axia or Ativa does.
According to Daihatsu, the concept is positioned as “an entry-level sportscar designed to broaden the horizons of motorsports and make the joy of driving available to everyone.” Unlike its mundane twin, this concept has got both style and the promise of substantial performance to match.
The Mira e:S Turbo Concept (right) was heavily inspired by the Mira e:S rally car (left), and it packs an upgraded turbocharged version of the base Mira e":S model's 660cc 3-cyl petrol mill.
Key styling traits include a reporfiled front bumper with sporty intakes, a unique rear bumper, decorative side gills, BBS alloy wheels plus a Gazoo Racing (GR) Sport badge in the front grille. In fact, much of the exterior is inspired by the existing Mira e:S rally car.
On board, the cabin is decked out with a pair of sports seats. Did we also mention that the Mira e:S is tiny? It has a total length of just 3,395 MM. This is rather typical of Kei-class vehicles that are unique to Japan, and the same applies with what’s under the hood.
This pint-sized 660cc 3-cyl petrol mill primed underneath has been upgraded with a turbocharger bolted on. For reference, the regular Mira e:S variant uses the same mill sans turbocharger to develop 48 HP, whereas this concept is expected to develop at least 64 HP.
At TAS 2025, Daihatsu is also set to showcase the Copen GR Sport roadster and a specially modified Hijet kei-van that serves as its trackside support van.
Critically, given its intended nature at being a sportscar, Daihatsu also elected to prime it with a 5-speed manual box. The added GR Sport badge also suggest Toyota’s racing and performance engineering arm have granted it with a sportier chassis setup too.
At the upcoming TAS 2025 show, the Mira e:S Turbo Concept will be shown alongside the Mira e:S rally car that inspired it. Other vehicles set to join it here include the Copen GR Sport roadster, as well as a trio of specially modified Hijet and Atrai kei-class vans and trucks too.
Written By
Thoriq Azmi
Former DJ turned driver, rider and story-teller. I drive, I ride, and I string words together about it all. [#FuelledByThoriq] IG: https://www.instagram.com/fuelledbythoriq/
JPJ Running Numbers
KUALA LUMPUR
VPB6823
SELANGOR
BSE3819
JOHOR
JXW3362
PULAU PINANG
PRQ2639
PERAK
ANV2504
PAHANG
CFB6374
KEDAH
KGA3928
NEGERI SEMBILAN
NEF6675
KOTA KINABALU
SJK6701
KUCHING
QAB2775L
Last updated 30 Apr, 2025
Fuel Price
Petrol
RON 95
RM 2.05
RON 97
RM 3.18
RON 100
RM 5.00
VPR
RM 6.23
Diesel
EURO 5 B10
RM 2.88
EURO 5 B7
RM 3.08
Last updated 24 Apr, 2025
Related News
The Daihatsu Rocky Crossfield Is A Rugged, Off-Road-Ready Small SUV
The Daihatsu Rocky Crossfield debuts as an off-road-ready, rugged-looking version of the Perodua Ativa compact SUV.
25-07-2024
Daihatsu Chief Replaced By Toyota Veteran After Testing Scandal
Toyota bosses replace Daihatsu's Chairman and President in the wake of the safety scandal.
14-02-2024
Daihatsu Scandal: Automaker Might Lose Up to RM3.2 Billion
Following the safety test scandal, Daihatsu might lose up to RM3.2 billion due to a production halt in Japan.
02-01-2024
Report: Daihatsu Japan Production Halted Until Jan 2024, Perodua Operations Have Resumed
Daihatsu will reportedly halt its production in Japan until the end of Jan 2024, whilst Perodua operations has resumed.
26-12-2023
Daihatsu Scandal: UMW Toyota Motor Responds
UMW Toyota Motor officially responds to on-going Daihatsu scandal, says it will work with local authorities to ensure compliance with regulations.
22-12-2023
Toyota Halts Daihatsu Shipments As Safety Test Scandal Widens
Toyota suspends Daihatsu shipments as crash test-rigging scandal widens, more models now affected.
20-12-2023
Daihatsu Previews JMS 2023-Bound Concepts – Includes MX-5 Fighter And Trio Of EVs
Daihatsu previews a slew of new concepts bound for JMS 2023 show, which includes several EVs and an MX-5 rival.
09-10-2023
The Perodua Ativa* Has Gone Rally Racing In Japan!
Check out this Perodua Ativa (Daihatsu Rocky) rally car that actually competes in national rallies across Japan!
26-05-2023
Latest News
New Aston Martin DBX S Gets Lighter and Faster Than the 707
The Aston Martin DBX super-SUV gains a new flagship S variant, featuring up to 717 HP and weighing 47 KG less.
30-04-2025
Trump Administration Offers Relief On Auto Tariffs
Donald Trump signs an order that will exempt domestic auto makers from certain aspects of his massive tariff plan.
30-04-2025
Ferrari 296 Speciale Unveiled as an 868 HP-Rated Super-PHEV
The Ferrari 296 gains two new Speciale variants, featuring tons of carbon fibre parts and up to 868 HP of power.
30-04-2025
Auto Shanghai 2025: Nissan Frontier Pro Debuts as Brand’s First PHEV
Silently making its global debut at Auto Shanghai 2025 is the new Nissan Frontier Pro—the brand’s first PHEV model.
29-04-2025
Chery Tiggo 4 HEV Detailed – 1.5L CSH with Up to 1,000 KM of Range
We took a closer look at the Chery Tiggo 4 HEV, one of the Chery Super Hybrid models tipped to debut in Malaysia soon…
29-04-2025
Porsche Considers Quitting EVs in China
Porsche may stop producing EVs in China as it struggles with the country's EV market.
29-04-2025
New Chery Omoda C3 Revealed As Global Small Car Offering
New Chery Omoda C3 previewed globally in Wuhu, China, and it’s aimed at competing in the global small-segment market.
28-04-2025
Chery Himla Pick-Up Truck ICE Variants Detailed – Petrol & Diesel Available
We’ve been given new details regarding the powertrain specs for the ICE variants of the Chery Himla pick-up truck.
26-04-2025
Show More
trending_flat