[4] It was an evolution of the previous model, featuring a revised radiator grille treatment with the name "Valiant" at the top.

[5] The boot lid no longer included a non-functional spare wheel moulding and round tail-lights replaced the previous oblong units.

[5] Mechanical changes included larger brakes, increased fuel tank capacity and a corrosion-resistant exhaust muffler.

[3] A steering-column mounted gearshift replaced the floor-mounted shifter, however cars fitted with the automatic transmission option retained push-putton controls.

[7] The SV1 Valiant was offered only with the, 225-cubic-inch (3.7 L) capacity inline,[1] Slant-6 engine with a choice of three-speed manual transmission or three-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission.