Daihatsu Rocky Hybrid Enters Indonesia, Not Entirely CBU

KatadataOTO – Daihatsu Rocky Hybrid will soon arrive in the country to be delivered to its customers. This car is imported directly from the factory in Japan.

As a reminder, Daihatsu Rocky hybrid orders were opened at the GIIAS 2025 event.

The compact SUV is claimed to have received hundreds of SPK (Vehicle Order Letters). However, it was said that delivery would take some time.

“So, we will ship the Rocky Hybrid as soon as possible this November. Our priority is indeed for customers who ordered from the beginning,” said Sri Agung Handayani, Marketing Director of PT Astra Daihatsu Motor (ADM) in Japan some time ago.

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It was further stated that delivery will be done in waves. However, consumers need not worry, as the waiting time is confirmed to be relatively short.

Although it has CBU (Completely Built Up) status, the Rocky Hybrid is not brought to Indonesia completely whole.

It is said that there are several unit adjustments so that it can be used properly in the country.

“The first is the dashboard because it has to be in English. The audio must also be able to use Indonesian frequencies and the ECU sensor reads differently from the Japanese version,” explained Agung.

As the APM (Brand Holder Agent), ADM is responsible for the units marketed to the public. Therefore, some adjustments must be made.

This is different from units purchased through a general importer (IU). Consumers will receive the unit as is, without adjustments.

The audio system generally cannot be used, especially if there are navigation features besides the radio frequency.

So, if you buy an imported car through an IU, you are guaranteed not to get a head unit. Then, it requires adaptation to operate the features, as they are in the language of the country of origin.

Regarding unit delivery, it was previously stated that the number of orders has reached 500 units. Then, the first 200 units will be handed over.

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Then, the color favored by consumers is Blue. The choice is in line with the hero color of the Daihatsu Rocky Hybrid.

The appearance of the Daihatsu Rocky Hybrid is actually similar to the pure gasoline version or the previous variant. The only differences are visible on the grille and the e-Smart Hybrid emblem on the body.

The Daihatsu logo itself has a blue hue added, in line with its character as an environmentally friendly vehicle.