Daihatsu Domino L70
The tiny Japanese city car that prioritised efficiency over everything else.
- Power
- 44 bhp
- Top speed
- 84 mph
- Est. value
- $500–$5k
About the Daihatsu Domino L70
The Daihatsu Domino was the UK-market name for the second-generation Mira (L70 series), a car designed to meet Japan's strict kei car regulations while offering a larger engine for export markets. While domestic models were restricted to 550cc, the export Domino 850 featured a larger 847cc three-cylinder engine that provided significantly more refinement and usable torque for European roads. It was praised for its clever packaging, featuring a surprisingly spacious interior and a rear seat that could fold completely flat to create a van-like cargo area. Today, it is an exceptionally rare sight in the UK, valued by collectors of 1980s Japanese 'weird and wonderful' machinery for its mechanical simplicity and honest character.
Daihatsu Domino L70 specs
The Daihatsu Domino L70 produces 44 bhp (33 kW) and 68 Nm (50 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 84 mph (135 km/h).
| Make | Daihatsu |
|---|---|
| Model | Domino |
| Generation | L70 |
| Trim | 850 |
| Years | 1985–1990 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 847cc 6-valve inline-3 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 847 cc (0.8 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 44 bhp (33 kW) at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 68 Nm (50 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| Top speed | 84 mph (135 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 615 kg (1,356 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 72 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Daihatsu Domino L70 worth?
A typical Daihatsu Domino L70 is estimated to be worth $500 – $4,500 (about £373 – £3,400).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Daihatsu Domino L70 rarity in CarSpot
The Daihatsu Domino L70 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 13 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Daihatsu Domino L70 fun facts
- The Domino name was unique to the UK and Dutch markets; in most other countries, this model was sold as the Daihatsu Cuore or Mira.
- Despite its tiny footprint, the Domino featured fully independent suspension on all four wheels, a rarity for budget city cars of the mid-1980s.
- The L70 generation Domino is so rare in Britain that fewer than 30 examples are estimated to remain registered with the DVLA.