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looking to get a copen, wondering how spacious it is

Discussion in 'Problems, Fixes, Tips...' started by natalie__, Apr 4, 2026.

  1. natalie__

    natalie__ Copenworld Newbie

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    Location:
    UK
    Car(s):
    none at the moment, still a learner wanting a bright yellow copen
    i'm 5'10 and i'm a little worried about how spacious copens are, i've got a general idea from comparing measurements i found online to cars i've been in, but does anyone of a similar height have any firsthand experience they can offer?

    for specifics, the car i'm looking at is a 2006 vivid 659cc manual, it's yellow and i am hopelessly in love with it, even though it'll probably go before i can get it, i'll be looking for the same model because of how much i love it
     
  2. Tieak

    Tieak Copenworld Member

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    Location:
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    Car(s):
    Copen 1.3 2007
    Fiat 500
    Seat Leon
    I'm not quite that dizzy height but you may also want to look at some videos (if you haven't already) - Here's one from Top Gear - James May is almost 6 feet in old money -

    They won't be spacious for sure but mine never feels cramp.

    For what it's worth I always get in like a diver - backwards - to first sit on the seat then legs in when turning round to face forward.
     
  3. natalie__

    natalie__ Copenworld Newbie

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    none at the moment, still a learner wanting a bright yellow copen
    yeah, i've seen that and a few others, still a little worried, but honestly i love the little things so much i don't care too much if my knees are a little closed in

    also i expected to have to get in a little weird so no sweat there
     
  4. Shahram Azimi Nobar

    Shahram Azimi Nobar Copenworld Regular

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    Location:
    Egham
    Car(s):
    Daihatsu Copen
    I’m 5'7" and have no issues at all. At first it felt a bit like being folded into a suitcase—especially with the pedals so close together—but after a few drives you get used to it. Now it somehow feels completely normal… which is probably the funniest part.
     
  5. Peter Smythe

    Peter Smythe Copenworld Newbie

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    Location:
    Cronulla
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    2003 Daihatsu Copen
    Hi Natalie.
    Glad to see you are considering a Copen, but concerned you are asking about how much room there is inside.
    The answer is: none.
    This is a Kei car.... tiny, and specific for its intended market.
    Don't imagine toting the groceries or an Ikea bookshelf home in it... please look at other options. However, if you want a fun, city runabout without utilitarian concerns, then go for it!
    In terms of seating for yourself, I am 182cm tall, and have no problem with fitting in with the roof closed.
    These things are great as a second car, but not practical enough for your primary drive.
    All the best to you, and please feel free to ask me any specific questions.
    Cheers, Peter.
     

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