First look: Daihatsu's UFE-III a head-turning eco-car

COMPACT-CAR specialist Daihatsu has unveiled its latest ultra-fuel economy (UFE) hybrid, capable of travelling 72km on just one litre of fuel.

The three-seater 440kg showcar has a drag coefficient of just 0.168 and is powered by a three-cylinder 660cc engine coupled with two electro-motors.

The Toyota subsidiary also unveiled its latest Kei car at the Tokyo motor show, the 660cc Esse.