Toyota Corolla fifth generation

Toyota Corolla fifth generation
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The Toyota Corolla fifth generation (1984–1987): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 24 versions in the United States.

Model codes: E80 · Sold in: United States

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–4,155 mm
Width–1,635 mm
Height–1,380 mm
Wheelbase–2,430 mm
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)340–566 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,180–2,435 L EPA–
Performance
Top speed–160–190 km/h
Torque–103–132 Nm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, de), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

26 complaints for model years 1984–1987. 1 crash

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 24 versions of the Toyota Corolla fifth generation

Show all 24 versions

United States 24 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
1987–1988(16-VALVE) (FFS) · (FFS)1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
1987–1988(FFS) · (4A-LC) (FFS)1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive29 MPG (8.1 L/100 km) EPA190 g/km
1985–1987(FFS) CA model · (FFS)1.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
1986–1987(FFS)1.6 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
1986–1987(FFS) · (FFS) 2 barrel carb1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA205 g/km
1985–1987(FFS)1.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA205 g/km
1987(16-VALVE) (FFS), 2MODE 2LKUP1.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
1987(FFS) fuel injection1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
1986(16-VALVE) (FFS)1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
1985–1986(FFS)1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive29 MPG (8.1 L/100 km) EPA190 g/km
1985(FFS) CA model · (FFS)1.6 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
1985(FFS)1.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
1985(FFS)1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive24–27 MPG (8.7–9.8 L/100 km) EPA205–230 g/km
19851.8 LDiesel3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive31 MPG (7.6 L/100 km) EPA204 g/km
19851.8 LDiesel5-speed manualFront-wheel drive36 MPG (6.5 L/100 km) EPA176 g/km
1984(FFS)1.6 LPetrol4-speed automatic–26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
1984(FFS) · (FFS) CA model1.6 LPetrol5-speed manual–27–29 MPG (8.1–8.7 L/100 km) EPA190–205 g/km
1984(FFS)1.6 LPetrol3-speed automatic–27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA205 g/km
1984(FFS) CA model1.6 LPetrol4-speed automatic–26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
1984(FFS) CA model1.6 LPetrol3-speed automatic–26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
1984(DIESEL)1.8 LDiesel3-speed automatic–31 MPG (7.6 L/100 km) EPA204 g/km
1984(DIESEL)1.8 LDiesel4-speed manual–38 MPG (6.2 L/100 km) EPA166 g/km
1984(DIESEL)1.8 LDiesel5-speed manual–36 MPG (6.5 L/100 km) EPA176 g/km
1984(DIESEL) CA model1.8 LDiesel5-speed manual–37 MPG (6.4 L/100 km) EPA171 g/km

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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.