Toyota Corolla sixth generation

Toyota Corolla sixth generation
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The Toyota Corolla sixth generation (1988–1992): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 13 versions in the United States.

Model codes: E90 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–3,995–4,374 mm
Width–1,656–1,666 mm
Height–1,260–1,415 mm
Wheelbase–2,431 mm
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)311–878 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,379–2,492 L EPA–

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

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

210 complaints for model years 1988–1992. 28 crashes · 15 fires · 45 injuries

  • Engine 46
  • Electrical system 24
  • Body and structure 22
  • Seat belts 20

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 13 versions of the Toyota Corolla sixth generation

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United States 13 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
1990–1993(4A-FE) (FFS) · (FFS)1.6 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
1988–1992(4A-FE) (FFS) · (FFS)1.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
1991–1992(4A-FE) (FFS) · (FFS)1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
1992(FFS)1.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
1992(FFS)1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA205 g/km
1990–1991(4A-FE) (FFS)1.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
1990–1991(4A-FE) (FFS)1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
1989–1991(4A-GE) (FFS)1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
1988–1990(4A-FE) (FFS)1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
1988–1989(4A-F) (FFS) · (4A-LC) (FFS) · (FFS)1.6 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
1988–1989(4A-F) (FFS) · (FFS)1.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
1988–1989(4A-F) (FFS) · (FFS)1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA197 g/km
1988(FFS), 2MODE 2LKUP1.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 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.