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 30-40 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]

Mitsuoka Ray
1st generation Mitsuoka Ray
Overview
Manufacturer	Mitsuoka
Production	1996-1999 (1st generation)[1] 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.^{[citation needed]}

Gallery

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