The test cars of the 2020 Nissan
Dayz were spotted in Spain, which is unusual since the model is only available
in the Japanese market. The current-gen Dayz is manufactured by Mitsubishi,
which also builds the badge-engineered eK Wagon and eK Space models since 2013.
Last time we heard anything about the Nissan Dayz
was back in 2016, when Mitsubishi admitted that they cheated in Japan’s fuel
economy tests for both the tiny Nissan and their own version. According to Japanese law, a kei
car is limited to 3490 mm in length, 1490 mm in width and an engine no bigger
than 660 cc. Kei cars also can’t have more than 64 hp. With that in mind, it’s no
wonder that the test cars of the next-gen Dayz appear to retain the narrow and
tall MPV-like body of its predecessor.
Despite the tiny footprint, the new Dayz is expected
to offer descent room in its cabin for four passengers and more modern tech
features in order to keep them happy during their commute. The three-cylinder engine will
most likely continue to be offered in both N/A and turbocharged versions, with
the former offering around 55 hp and the latter 64 hp.
Front-wheel drive will be standard, with customers given the option of an
all-wheel drive system. The engine will be accompanied by a standard-fit CVT
transmission, which is quite popular with Japanese customers. The new generation Nissan Dayz is expected to be
revealed during the second half of 2019 as a 2020 model.
