Used Daihatsu Terios for sale in Europe

About the Daihatsu Terios

The Daihatsu Terios is a compact SUV with a short body, a high seating position and, on most cars, four-wheel drive. It is easy to park in town. It also copes with gravel tracks, farm lanes and snowy roads better than a typical small hatchback of the same size.

There have been two generations in Europe. The first used a 1.3-litre petrol engine. The second moved to a 1.5-litre petrol engine. Both came as five-door estates with a manual gearbox, and an automatic was also offered. It suits drivers who want a small, simple 4x4 for light off-road use.

Daihatsu ended new-car sales in most of Western Europe in 2013. Parts supply and specialist knowledge therefore differ from country to country. Some cars in our listings run on LPG or CNG, usually through a conversion fitted after the car was built.

Generations

• First generation (1997-2005) — A compact 4x4 with a 1.3-litre petrol engine and a facelift during its run.
• Second generation (2006-2017) — A larger, more modern body with a 1.5-litre petrol engine; European sales ended when Daihatsu left the market in 2013.

Typical prices

Asking prices rise with model year. Across all 351 listings the median is €5,300, and the middle half of cars sit between €4,000 and €7,000. Cars from 2000 have a median of €3,300. For 2007 it is €5,900, and for 2011 it is €7,300. Within one year, prices spread widely with mileage, condition, 4WD and automatic gearbox, and with whether the car has an LPG or CNG system. These are asking prices in our listings on 2026-11-10, not a valuation.

Based on our listings as of 2026-11-10. These are asking prices, not a valuation.

What to check when buying a used Daihatsu Terios

Check the car in daylight, on a lift if you can, and ask for the full service history. Drive it cold and listen for noises from the engine and drivetrain. Because these cars are often used on rough ground, look for signs of hard use.

• Underbody and rust

  Look at the sills, wheel arches, rear door area and the underside of the chassis and suspension mounts. Small 4x4s are often driven on salted or muddy roads. Flaking underbody paint or soft metal can mean costly bodywork.

• Four-wheel-drive operation

  Check that the 4WD system engages and disengages as the handbook describes. Listen for clunks, whining or vibration from the propshaft and axles on a test drive. Ask whether the oils in the drivetrain have ever been changed.

• Timing belt or chain records

  Ask for proof of the last timing drive service and check the interval for the exact engine in the handbook. A missing record is a reason to budget for the work or to negotiate. Also check coolant level and signs of leaks.

• Automatic shift quality · Automatic gearbox

  On automatic cars, check that shifts are smooth, with no flaring, jerks or delay when selecting drive or reverse. Ask whether the gearbox fluid has been changed, and look for leaks under the car after the test drive.

• Gas system paperwork · LPG and CNG cars

  Ask for the conversion documents, the installer's details and the last gas-system inspection. Check the tank date and the condition of pipes and fittings. Make sure the car also starts and runs well on petrol.

• Suspension and steering

  Check for worn bushes, shock absorbers and ball joints, which show up as knocking over bumps or a vague feel. Look for uneven tyre wear. Rough-road use can wear these parts faster than on a road-only car.

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