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In their own words...

17th July 2003, Page 35
17th July 2003
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Steve Cobbold: It has well-controlled suspension and accurate steering, apart from a slight vagueness in the straight ahead position, but it goes where it's pointed (shame about the misaligned wheel, though). Brakes were just right for my taste. The performance is adequate, but despite its 4,700rpm redline, it runs out of puff by 3,30Orpm.

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Doug Simmons: The Dyna is very bouncy on the front axle and the steering is light, but nothing special. It's not the most powerful vehicle in the world—acceleration is slow from Start off, although midrange and upwards it's not too bad, and once up to 70mph it cruises easily and quietly. It is definitely designed for local work—construction and the like. I have to sit right up against the door, which would be uncomfortable over longer journeys, as would the seats. I don't like the handbrake as it's too high and pivots too far back. With the steering wheel in the right position you can't see the dials Overall, I wouldn't buy one but if I had to drive it for a living, I wouldn't complain.

Colin Sowman: The Toyota was the only of the Japanese contenders with a 'normal' pattern five-speed box, although it needed at least 45mph to pull the tall top gear (55 mph if rapid progress was needed) and it was faster in fourth than top. Its ride is good with responsive steering, a clutch with 'feel', progressive brakes and an engine that is not unhappy at 2,000rpm. The cab was also well thought out, with documentation space on the dash and deep door pockets—but drivers with large boots may find the accelerator pedal restricts their cab entry and exit. For those venturing off-road, the suspension coped well although the mid-mounted fuel tank was in danger of grounding while the departure angle was restricted by the low light bar and spare wheel.


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