Daihatsu Copen

The Template:Nihongo is a 2-door convertible kei car built by the Japanese car company Daihatsu. It debuted at the 1999 Tokyo Motor Show, as the Daihatsu Copen concept. The second generation model debuted as the Kopen (Future Included) at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show.<ref name="Auto Express">Template:Cite magazine</ref><ref name="Autocar">Template:Cite magazine</ref>

Template:Anchor First generation (L880; 2002)

The Copen was originally designed with a 660 cc turbocharged engine in order to meet Japanese kei car regulations. However, since this engine did not meet environmental emissions standards in several other countries, the Copen was fitted with a more powerful but cleaner 1.3-litre, naturally aspirated engine in these markets since October 2007. Styling was inspired by the Nissan Figaro and Audi TT Roadster.Template:Cn

The leading characteristic of this model was the active top, a motorized hide-away hard roof. However, between 2002 and 2007 there existed a variation with a detachable top. This version was about 30 kg lighter than the regular model.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

The Copen was never built with left-hand-drive for the first four model years (2002-2005). The right-hand-drive Copen with the smaller 660cc engine was officially sold in Germany and some European countries from 2003 to 2005.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref><ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> After lackluster sales in Germany for the right-hand-drive Copen, Daihatsu introduced a left-hand-drive version with a bigger, 1.3-litre engine for export markets. Given the L881 model code, this was first announced at 2005 IAA Frankfurt along with the new ZZ trim level. The sales increased to 802 units for model year 2006.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref><ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> A right-hand drive version of the 1.3-litre model was added in 2007 but was never sold in Japan. The sales number declined greatly from 2007 until the Copen was withdrawn from German market in the summer of 2011.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref><ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> Daihatsu introduced 60 "Farewell Edition" (Abschiedsmodell) Copens in Germany.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

The Copen has been featured on the UK show Top Gear where James May attempted to find the best convertible car. The contestants were the Mercedes-Benz CLK, Audi A4, Citroën C3 Pluriel, Volkswagen New Beetle, and the Copen. May loved the Copen, but he had one small problem: it felt "toy-ish".

On 13 January 2011, Daihatsu announced that it would withdraw the Copen from the European market in 2011 due to the increasing strength of the Japanese Yen and sharp decline in sales from 2006 to 2011.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> Daihatsu announced on 2 April 2012 that the production for the Copen would cease in August 2012 with the final "10th Anniversary Edition" model. The 500 "10th Anniversary Edition" models were luxuriously appointed with leather upholstery and commemorative 10th Anniversary plate in the door openings.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

• Daihatsu Copen 008.JPG

  Rear view

• Daihatsu OFC1.JPG

  OFC-1 at the 2007 Tokyo Motor Show

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  Interior

Template:Anchor Second generation (LA400; 2014)

Less than one year after the car's discontinuation, Daihatsu announced the Copen would be returning to production with a new model.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> At the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show, Daihatsu unveiled two Copen concept cars called the Kopen, with the tagline "Future Included".<ref name="Auto Express"/><ref name="Autocar"/> The name "Kopen" was a combination of kei class car, and "open" for convertible roadster. The spelling was changed from "k" to "c" for "convertible". Production of the new model was announced on June 19, 2014.<ref name="Responsejp">{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

The Copen has been restyled to be more angular than its predecessor with a new monocoque chassis structure called a D-Frame. The structure allows owners to select the interior and exterior design of the car according to their preferences.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> The body panels are made of 13 separate resin components, 11 of which are interchangeable to modify design and colours. The Copen also features a new suspension system, a new 660cc turbo three-cylinder engine with DVVT Template:Citation needed, better sounding exhaust system and weight reduction.<ref name="Responsejp"/><ref name="Autoblog">{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> In Japan, models sold initially were Copen XPLAY, Copen Robe and a special S type for the Copen Robe.

For the Gran Turismo Sport video game, a specially tuned model called the Daihatsu Copen RJ Vision Gran Turismo was included as part of the series' Vision Gran Turismo program of concept cars.

The Copen Robe was officially exported to Indonesia and sold between 2015 and 2019.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

Copen Cero

In 2015, Daihatsu launched the Copen Cero; with its round headlights and taillights it is similar in form to the first-generation model.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

Copen Coupe

At the 2019 Tokyo Auto Salon, Daihatsu unveiled the Copen Coupe, a fixed-roof coupé version of the Copen Cero. The CFRP roof features an optional sunroof. Standard features include a Momo leather wrapped steering wheel, limited-slip differential, BBS aluminum wheels, and serialized plates on the centre console. Options include a sports muffler and HKS suspension. Daihatsu produced a limited run of 200 units in April 2019 to coincide with the fifth anniversary of the second generation Copen.<ref name="CarScoops"/><ref name="Motor1"/>

Template:Anchor Copen GR Sport

The Copen GR Sport went on sale on October 15, 2019. It is sold under both Daihatsu and Toyota dealership networks (as the Toyota Copen GR Sport).<ref>Template:Cite magazine</ref><ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> This variant neither carries a Daihatsu nor Toyota logo, a neutral oval-shaped 'C' Copen logo is used instead for the front and rear badging. The Copen GR Sport gets sporty exterior looks with BBS wheels, a Momo-branded steering wheel and a specially tuned suspension for body rigidity.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

Gallery

• Daihatsu COPEN Robe (L400K) rear.JPG

  Copen Robe rear view

• Daihatsu COPEN XPLAY (LA400K) front.JPG

  Daihatsu Copen XPLAY

• Daihatsu COPEN XPLAY (LA400K) rear.jpg

  Copen XPLAY rear view

• Daihatsu Copen Cero.jpg

  Daihatsu Copen Cero

• Daihatsu Copen Cero rear.jpg

  Copen Cero rear view

• Osaka Auto Messe 2019 (159) - Daihatsu COPEN Coupe (DBA-LA400K-KMPZ).jpg

  Daihatsu Copen Coupe

• Osaka Auto Messe 2019 (163) - Daihatsu COPEN GR SPORT CONEPT.jpg

  Daihatsu Copen GR Sport

• 2019–2021 Daihatsu Copen GR Sport in Black Mica Metallic, rear left.jpg

  Copen GR Sport (rear view)

• Toyota COPEN GR SPORT (3BA-LA400A) front.jpg

  Toyota Copen GR Sport

• Daihatsu Copen Robe interior.jpg

  Copen Robe interior

• Daihatsu Copen Cero interior.jpg

  Copen Cero interior

• Osaka Motor Show 2013 (76) Daihatsu KOPEN FUTURE INCLUDED.JPG

  Daihatsu Kopen RMZ Concept

• Osaka Motor Show 2013 (75) Daihatsu KOPEN FUTURE INCLUDED.JPG

  Daihatsu Kopen XMZ Concept

Specifications

2002–2012 Japanese and international markets

JB-DETi engine

• 0.66L (659 cc) 16 valves turbo DOHC 4 cylinder
• Power — Template:Cvt @ 6000 rpm
• Power — Template:Cvt @ 6000 rpm for UK market
• Torque — Template:Cvt @ 3200 rpm
• Torque — Template:Cvt for UK market
• Top speed — Template:Convert UK version (MT)
• Top speed — Template:Convert Japanese version (MT)
• Top speed — Template:Convert UK version (AT)
• Top speed — Template:Convert Japanese version (AT)
• Combined fuel consumption — Template:Cvt
• 0–62 mph time — 11.7s (MT)

2006–2011 international markets, not available in Japan

K3-VE engine

• 1.3L DVVT engine DOHC 16 valve
• Power — Template:Cvt @ 6000 rpm
• Torque — Template:Cvt @ 4400 rpm
• Top speed — Template:Convert (MT)
• Top speed — Template:Convert (AT)
• Combined fuel consumption — Template:Convert
• 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) time — 9.5s (MT)

2014 Japanese market model

KF engine

• 658cc 3 cylinder 12-valve DOHC intercooled turbocharged
• Compression ratio — 9.5
• Power — Template:Cvt at 6400 rpm
• Torque — Template:Cvt at 3200 rpm
• Combined fuel consumption — Template:Convert (MT) or Template:Convert (AT)

Transmission

• Manual — KPMZ 5-speed with ratios 3.181, 1.842, 1.250, 0.916, and 0.750. Final reduction, 5.545. Tires: 165/50R16.
• Automatic — KBPZ CVT with ratio 3.327 to 0.628. Final reduction, 4.800. Tires: 165/50R16.

Body

• Layout — Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
• Weight — 850 kg (MT) or 870 kg (AT)
• Wheelbase — Template:Convert

Template:Anchor Vision Copen (2023)

The Vision Copen is a rear-wheel-drive concept car showcased at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show. According to Daihatsu, it is powered by a carbon-neutral 1.3-litre engine.<ref>Template:Cite news</ref>

Vision Copen

Sales

Prior to its release, Daihatsu sets monthly sales target for the Copen at 500 units, the Copen managed to exceed its target in the first five annual sale years however it was underperforming in the later years except in 2015.

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2002	6,248
2003	10,838
2004	7,138
2005	6,410
2006	6,190
2007	5,703
2008	5,997
2009	3,322
2010	2,490
2011	2,006
2012	1,979
2013	5
2014	5,691
2015	7,274
2016	5,152
2017	2,853
2018	3,170
2019	3,822
2020	2,829
2021	3,454
2022	4,793
2023	4,655
2024	2,776

External links

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