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Toyota Caldina T19 1.8i 16V CZ (125 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Toyota Caldina:
The Toyota Caldina is an automobile manufactured by Toyota for the Japanese market from 1992 to 2007. It replaced the Corona and Carina wagons, and was sold at Toyota Store and Toyopet Store locations in Japan. While cars bearing the Caldina nameplate have never been officially exported by Toyota, its available 4WD capability and large capacity have made it a popular grey import in Australia, New Zealand, Russia and many South American countries. When it was discontinued in 2007, the T270 series Avensis wagon/estate assumed its market position....(Read more on Wikipedia)
T19 Overview:
Toyota Caldina (T19). With 162 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1180 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Toyota Caldina T19 was produced before Euro NCAP's testing began in 1997, and as such, it was not officially tested by the organization. Safety features are typical for vehicles of its era.
1.8i 16V CZ (125 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers decent performance for its displacement, with the automatic transmission providing smooth shifts for comfortable driving.
Fuel Economy
Reported fuel economy (5.4 l/100 km) is excellent for a 1.8L engine of its time, making it a very efficient choice.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional Toyota reliability and durability
- • Highly practical and spacious station wagon body style
- • Wide range of engine options, including efficient petrol and diesel
- • Available 4WD system for enhanced traction
- • Good value for money on the used market
Cons:
- • Dated styling and interior compared to modern vehicles
- • Some engine variants can feel underpowered, especially the diesel
- • Fuel economy on 4WD and older automatic petrol models can be high
- • Lack of modern safety features and Euro NCAP rating
- • Limited availability outside of specific markets (e.g., Japan, some export markets)
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Caldina |
| Generation: | T19 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8i 16V CZ (125 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1992 |
| End of production: | 1997 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 125 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 68 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 162 Nm @ 4600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 4S-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 1839 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.9 l |
| Coolant: | 6.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.4 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.4 kg/Hp, 105.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.3 kg/Nm, 137.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1180 |
| Max. weight: | 1455 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4545 mm mm |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm |
| Height: | 1450 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2580 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1465 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1450 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/65 R14 S |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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