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 | |
| Manufacturer | Mitsuoka |
| Production | 1996-2004[1] *1996-1999 (1st generation) *1999-2000 (2nd generation) *2002-2004 (3rd generation) |
| Assembly | Toyama, Toyama, Japan |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Kei car |
| Body style | 3-door hatchback (1st & 2nd generation) 5-door hatchback (2nd & 3rd generation) |
| Layout | FF AWD (3rd generation) |
| Related | Mazda Carol/Suzuki Alto (1st & 2nd generation) Daihatsu Mira Gino (3rd generation) |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 657 cc F6A SOHC 12-valve I3 (1st & 2nd generation) 659 cc EF-VE DOHC 12-valve I3 (3rd generation) |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic (1st & 2nd generation) 4-speed automatic (3rd generation) 5-speed manual (1st generation) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,335–2,360 mm (91.9–92.9 in) |
| Length | 3,295–3,395 mm (129.7–133.7 in) |
| Width | 1,395–1,475 mm (54.9–58.1 in) |
| Height | 1,420–1,450 mm (55.9–57.1 in) |
| Curb weight | 635–810 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.
Gallery
Rear view of the 1st generation Mitsuoka Ray
2nd generation Mitsuoka Ray
Rear view of the 2nd generation Mitsuoka Ray
References
- "Ray". Mitsuoka Motor. Retrieved 25 September 2020.
- "MITSUOKA RAY". GooNetExchange. Retrieved 25 June 2014.
- "History of MITSUOKA". Mitsuoka. Archived from the original on 29 July 2014. Retrieved 25 June 2014.
- "Ugliest Cars in Britain". Archived from the original on 3 September 2014. Retrieved 26 June 2014.