The naturally aspirated engine is available with five-speed manual transmission, three- or four-speed automative transmission or continuously variable transmission.
A 6 speed manual transmission was optioned for the diesel trucks in 2001.
It came standard with a 5 speed manual transmission, brown velour interior, and automatic windows up front and manuals in the rear.
The sport trim added larger wheels, a stiffer suspension, and closer ratios on the manual transmission.
This increase in engine load is common with manual transmission when the clutch is released too suddenly.
It began as a rather basic and somewhat underpowered on- and off-road vehicle, offered only with four-cylinder motor, five-speed manual transmission, and part-time four-wheel drive.
Only 32 of these cars were built, all with a manual transmission.
Amongst the changes was a six-speed manual transmission, four new exterior colours, and revised wheels trims.
