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Looking for a family LCGC car, should we buy a Toyota Calya or Daihatsu Sigra?

Toyota Calya vs Daihatsu Sigra

By David ThompsonPublished 3 years ago 4 min read
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Towards the end of the year holidays, usually the trend of car sales increases, following the needs of going home. If your financial needs and availability were in the LCGC segment. There are two options available: Toyota Calya and Daihatsu Sigra. From the physical appearance, machine configuration, the number of benches is the same. In fact, the two models were produced in one facility, to be precise at the Astra Daihatsu Motor (ADM) factory. However, there are differences in features and price. Which one is the most suitable?

Because the target is most of the first car users. Daihatsu Sigra has 10 types. The new units are sold starting from Rp. 119 million to Rp. 162.25 million on the road in Jakarta. Meanwhile, the Toyota Calya offers eight types. You can pay for new units starting from IDR 144.5 million and the highest variant at IDR 165.8 million.

Calya

For type E, aka the cheapest broker. Actually, this Toyota alert unit has a slightly better appearance than Sigra. At first glance it looks like the Avanza, with a wide grille, vertical fog lamp housing and all LED headlights. Also the size of the 14-inch dual tone alloy rims are available in all variants. The mirrors can be controlled electrically from the inside, but they are not yet retractable mirrors, aka automatic folders. On the E, there are ABS and non-ABS options. The 1.0 liter petrol engine is no longer used, now only 1.2 liters are available.

Toyota Calya

What distinguishes Sigra, Toyota adds several devices in all Calya units. For example, rear percing sensor, under seat compartment tray, ABS + EBS (except type E non-ABS), dual SRS Airbags, 3 point seatbelt, isofix and anti-theft system. Speaking of completeness, type G AT (Rp. 165.8 million) is the most supportive. In addition to that series, he is equipped with a 2DIN touch screen head unit that can connect iPod or Iphone connectivity, USB, Bluetooth and Aux. Can also play CD / DVD discs. Plus a retractable mirror that makes it practical. This trim recommendation is the best in terms of functionality.

Sigra

Meanwhile, if you look at the outer appearance of the Daihatsu Sigra type D or the cheapest. Body parts without chromium garnishes or accessories to sweeten them. However, the appearance of the face and grille follows the form of a facelift in general. He is not accompanied by the LED headlights and the rim is still using the 13-inch can model. The car is equipped with a 1.0 liter engine with 5-speed manual transmission. Because it is the cheapest, it is not equipped with airbags and ABS brakes. It is not recommended if you use it as a family vehicle. It is suitable for filling the fleet market.

Daihatsu Sigra

Then the middle type (X) to the top, has been chrome plated on several panels and uses 14-inch alloy rims. There are safety devices such as ABS plus EBD (in the AT type), airbags, 4-speed automatic transmission option and 1.2 liter 4-cylinder power that is less vibration. The R Deluxe type is even more complete. You can see the chrome touch on the window trim and the molding body. Dual tone interior plus silver splash on the center stack and steering wheel. The dashboard color is brand new too. The electric side mirror arrangement can fold at the touch of a finger.

Now on the Sigra X AT DLX (Rp. 157.5 million), there is a parking sensor and a rear camera connected to the center monitor. Add completeness through the availability of a small compartment on the dashboard, a drawer under the front passenger seat, a muffler tip and a mud guard. Of all the variants, this trim is very attractive to marry.

1.2L engine

No need to bother choosing the best engine. Both models have similar runway mechanics. Use 1.2 liter 3NR-VE DOHC Dual VVT-i. The power unit has 4 cylinders and 16 valves. Power extraction reaches 88 PS at 6,000 rpm. Then a peak torque boost of 108 Nm at 4,200 rpm. All of them use the fuel injection spraying type (EFI). The engine is claimed to be economical, according to LCGC regulations. Power distribution uses a choice of 4 speed automatic transmission or 5 speed manual transmission. It would be nice to take automatic so that it is more practical to drive in times of road congestion.

Inference

Take where? When referring to the most realistic variants in terms of usability in each brand. Toyota Calya G AT is interesting to have. While at Daihatsu, Sigra X AT DLX also has comparable features. If you close your eyes and don't have to be oriented to just one brand. Then the ADM alert unit is the best fit to buy. Moreover, there is a price difference of around Rp. 8.3 million from Calya. The sales and service network is no less than that of its twin brothers. When it comes to value for money, tend to take LCGC with the Sanskrit name: the agile response.

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