Toyota Tercel Fifth generation
The Toyota Tercel Fifth generation (1995–1999): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 11 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: L50 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 3,915–4,175 mm |
| Width | – | 1,646–1,661 mm |
| Height | – | 1,351–1,380 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,380 mm |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 255 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,265 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)
115 complaints for model years 1995–1999. 39 crashes · 5 fires · 37 injuries · 1 death
- Airbags 34
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 11 versions of the Toyota Tercel Fifth generation
United States 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997–1999(FFS) · CLKUP | 1.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 29 MPG (8.1 L/100 km) EPA | 190 g/km |
| 1998–1999CLKUP | 1.5 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA | 205 g/km |
| 1998–1999 | 1.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 30–31 MPG (7.6–7.8 L/100 km) EPA | 178–184 g/km |
| 1995–1997(FFS) | 1.5 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 27–29 MPG (8.1–8.7 L/100 km) EPA | 190–205 g/km |
| 1995–1997(FFS) | 1.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 30–31 MPG (7.6–7.8 L/100 km) EPA | 178–184 g/km |
| 1995–1996(FFS) | 1.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 29 MPG (8.1 L/100 km) EPA | 190 g/km |
| 1995–1996(FFS) | 1.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 31–32 MPG (7.4–7.6 L/100 km) EPA | 173–178 g/km |
Canada 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1999Subcompact | 1.5 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | 8.3–8.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 191–200 g/km |
| 1995–1999Subcompact | 1.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 8.0–8.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 184–198 g/km |
| 1995–1999Subcompact | 1.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.6–8.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 175–189 g/km |
| 1995–1996Subcompact | 1.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed manual | 7.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 170 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.