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Toyota Carina Wagon (T17) 1.6 (AT171) (102 Hp)
Overall Rating
Toyota Carina:
The Toyota Carina is an automobile which was manufactured by Toyota from December 1970 to December 2001. It was introduced as a sedan counterpart of the Celica, with which it originally shared a platform. Later, it was realigned to the Corona platform, but retained its performance image, with distinctive bodywork and interior — aimed at the youth market and remaining exclusive to Japanese Toyota dealerships Toyota Store. It was replaced in Japan by the Toyota Allion in 2001 and succeeded in Europe by the Toyota Avensis....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Wagon (T17) Overview:
Toyota Carina (Wagon (T17)). A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 (AT171) (102 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a good balance of power for daily commuting, though it may feel strained with heavy loads or during spirited driving.
Fuel Economy
Likely one of the more balanced options for fuel efficiency among the petrol engines, suitable for cost-conscious drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional Toyota reliability and durability
- • Practical and spacious wagon body style
- • Good fuel efficiency from smaller engines
- • Low maintenance costs and easy to repair
- • Comfortable ride for its class and era
Cons:
- • Dated styling by modern standards
- • Modest performance from most engine options
- • Lack of modern safety features (pre-Euro NCAP)
- • Not particularly engaging to drive
- • Limited availability of specific parts for older models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Hatch (T15): 1986 - 1988).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Carina |
| Generation: | Wagon (T17) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (AT171) (102 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1987 |
| End of production: | 1992 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 102 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | 4A-FE More details about the engine 4A-FE |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.2 l |
| Coolant: | 5.2 l |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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