Toyota Paseo second generation
The Toyota Paseo second generation (1996–1999): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 7 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: EL54 · Sold in: United States, Canada, European Union, United Kingdom, and France
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,160 mm RDW | – | 4,155 mm |
| Width | 1,660 mm RDW | – | 1,660 mm |
| Height | 1,290 mm RDW | – | 1,295 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,380 mm RDW | – | 2,380 mm |
| Front track | 1,405 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Rear track | 1,395 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 895–955 kg RDW | – | 910–1,000 kg |
| Mass in running order | 995–1,055 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,385–1,405 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,000–1,050 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 450 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 198–227 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 1,812–2,095 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 180–185 km/h RDW | – | – |
| Torque | 130 Nm ASTRA | – | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 185/60R14
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
3 complaints for model years 1996–1997. 2 crashes · 1 fire · 3 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 7 versions of the Toyota Paseo second generation
United States 5 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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999CLKUP | 1.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 212 g/km |
| 1998–1999 | 1.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 27–31 MPG (7.6–8.7 L/100 km) EPA | 178–205 g/km |
| 1997–1998(FFS) · CLKUP | 1.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 212 g/km |
| 1996–1998(FFS) | 1.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 28–29 MPG (8.1–8.4 L/100 km) EPA | 190–197 g/km |
| 1996(FFS) | 1.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA | 205 g/km |
Canada 2 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996–1999Minicompact | 1.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 8.8–9.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 202–209 g/km |
| 1996–1999Minicompact | 1.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.8–8.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 179–189 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.