1990 Daihatsu Charade
US · Subcompact Cars
The 1990 Daihatsu Charade is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 1.0L 3-cylinder (FFS), 1.3L 4-cylinder (FFS)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 1.0L 3-cylinder (FFS), 1.3L 4-cylinder (FFS) | |
| Displacement | 1.0 L to 1.3 L | |
| Cylinders | 3 to 4 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic | |
| Gears | 3 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 32 mpg (7.4 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 31 mpg (7.6 L/100 km) to 38 mpg (6.2 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
3 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 7, 2026.
89V213000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
THE PRIMARY SIDE BRAKE CUP WITHIN THE MASTER CYLINDER MAY FAIL CAUSING LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID LINE PRESSURE IN ONE-HALF OF THE DUAL BRAKING SYSTEM.
Remedy: REPLACE MASTER CYLINDER.
Reported December 5, 1989. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 21, 2026
Data verified: October 21, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1989 Daihatsu Charade
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 1.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.0L 3-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) - 1991 Daihatsu Charade
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 1.0L 3-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1990 Daihatsu Charade have?
Varies by configuration: 1.0L 3-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1990 Daihatsu Charade?
Combined fuel economy is 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1990 Daihatsu Charade front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 1990 Daihatsu Charade?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.