THE 1.6-litre, double overhead camshaft, 16-valve powerplant is mounted transversely at the front and drives the front wheels. The engine generates 78kW at 5500rpm and 145Nm at 4500rpm. The 1.6 manual returns fuel economy figures of 8.0L/100km around town and 6.0L/100km on the highway. The auto returns 9.0L/100km and 6.6L/100km