Mitsuoka Ray

The Mitsuoka Ray is a compact car produced by Mitsuoka. The first generation was a heavily modified 3rd generation Mazda Carol.[3] It has a 52-58 hp 660 cc gasoline engine.[2] It has a 30-40L fuel tank.[2]The car started out with 3 doors; however, in 1999 Mitsuoka changed it into a 5-door car based on the 4th generation Mazda Carol and then 1st generation Mira Gino in 2002.[1] The price ranges from 911,000 yen to 1,359,750 yen.[2] Mitsuoka described the Ray as "like a dignified and graceful flower." [4]

Mitsuoka Ray
1st generation Mitsuoka Ray
Overview
ManufacturerMitsuoka
Production1996-2004[1]
*1996-1999 (1st generation)
*1999-2000 (2nd generation)
*2002-2004 (3rd generation)
AssemblyToyama, Toyama, Japan
Body and chassis
ClassKei car
Body style3-door hatchback (1st & 2nd generation)
5-door hatchback (2nd & 3rd generation)
LayoutFF
AWD (3rd generation)
RelatedMazda Carol/Suzuki Alto (1st & 2nd generation)
Daihatsu Mira Gino (3rd generation)
Powertrain
Engine657 cc F6A SOHC 12-valve I3 (1st & 2nd generation)
659 cc EF-VE DOHC 12-valve I3 (3rd generation)
Transmission3-speed automatic (1st & 2nd generation)
4-speed automatic (3rd generation)
5-speed manual (1st generation)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,335–2,360 mm (91.9–92.9 in)
Length3,295–3,395 mm (129.7–133.7 in)
Width1,395–1,475 mm (54.9–58.1 in)
Height1,420–1,450 mm (55.9–57.1 in)
Curb weight635–810 kg (1,400–1,786 lb)[2]

Trims

There are two trim levels for the first generation, Basic and Deluxe. Later, only available in single "Base Grade" trim for the last two generations.[2]

Reception

The Mitsuoka Ray received mixed reviews, earning a place on the Ugliest Cars in Britain list due to problems with quality and design. [4] However, it was chosen the most attractive car in Australia.

  • Rear view of the 1st generation Mitsuoka Ray
  • 2nd generation Mitsuoka Ray
  • Rear view of the 2nd generation Mitsuoka Ray

References
  1. "Ray". Mitsuoka Motor. Retrieved 25 September 2020.
  2. "MITSUOKA RAY". GooNetExchange. Retrieved 25 June 2014.
  3. "History of MITSUOKA". Mitsuoka. Archived from the original on 29 July 2014. Retrieved 25 June 2014.
  4. "Ugliest Cars in Britain". Archived from the original on 3 September 2014. Retrieved 26 June 2014.


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