Daihatsu Esse
Every Daihatsu Esse generation in the Burbles catalogue — complete specs, rarity tiers, interactive 3D cards, and the collectors who have spotted them on the street.
- Lineage Span
- 2005–2011 1 generation · 1 published trims
- Power Evolution
- 57 hp Base lead-trim output across eras
- Catalogue Rarity
- 1 Epic 1 Epic
All 1 Daihatsu Esse Generations
Each generation deals in its rarity tier’s alloy with its engine disc, lead specs, and first spotter record. Click into any generation for full trims and market figures.

The Esse's name is a double play: it comes from the Latin root for "essence," but Daihatsu also built it as a backronym for "Eco, Simple and Smart, and Easy."
Collectors Who Spotted the Daihatsu Esse
No member has published a public street spot of the Daihatsu Esse yet — the First · Worldwide stamp is wide open.
Daihatsu Esse Generation-by-Generation Comparison
Lead figures across every published generation, newest to oldest. Select any generation to inspect all trims and engine options.
| Generation | Years | Tier & Rarity | Engine | Power & Torque | 0–60 mph | Weight | Trims | First Spotter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Esse L235 (2005–2011) | 2005–2011 | Epic | 0.7L I3 | 57 hp · 48 lb-ft | — | — | 1 trim → | Unclaimed |
See a Daihatsu Esse on the street, point Burbles at it, and that generation’s card goes in your binder with your own photo and serial number. Own one? Add it to your garage in the app.