Mitsuoka Ray

Mitsuoka Ray
1st generation Mitsuoka Ray
Overview
ManufacturerMitsuoka
Production
  • 1996-1999 (1st generation)[1]
  • 1999-2000 (2nd generation)
  • 2002-2004 (3rd generation)
AssemblyToyama, Toyama, Japan
Body and chassis
ClassKei car
Body style
  • 3-door hatchback (1st & 2nd generation)
  • 5-door hatchback (2nd & 3rd generation)
Layout
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
  • 3-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]

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 30-40 L 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]

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.[citation needed]

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

References

  1. ^ a b "Ray". Mitsuoka Motor. Retrieved 25 September 2020.[dead link‍]
  2. ^ a b c d e "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. ^ a b "Ugliest Cars in Britain". Archived from the original on 3 September 2014. Retrieved 26 June 2014.


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