Toyota Paseo first generation

Toyota Paseo first generation
Photo: Jeremy from Sydney, Australia / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0

The Toyota Paseo first generation (1992–1995): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 4 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: EL44 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–4,145 mm
Width–1,645 mm
Height–1,295 mm
Wheelbase–2,380 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight–870–950 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)227 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,180 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)

37 complaints for model years 1992–1994. 13 crashes · 10 injuries

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 4 versions of the Toyota Paseo first generation

United States 2 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
1992–1995(FFS)1.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
1992–1995(FFS)1.5 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive27–28 MPG (8.4–8.7 L/100 km) EPA197–205 g/km

Canada 2 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
1995Minicompact1.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic9.3 L/100 km 5-cycle214 g/km
1995Minicompact1.5 LPetrol5-speed manual8.1 L/100 km 5-cycle186 g/km

Similar models from other brands

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