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Toyota Celica T20 2.0 16V (170 Hp)
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Toyota Celica:
The Toyota Celica is an automobile produced by Toyota from 1970 until 2006. The Celica name derives from the Latin word coelica meaning heavenly or celestial. In Japan, the Celica was exclusive to Toyota Corolla Store dealer chain. Produced across seven generations, the Celica was powered by various four-cylinder engines, and body styles included convertibles, liftbacks, and notchback coupé.
In 1973, Toyota coined the term liftback to describe the Celica fastback hatchback, and the GT Liftback would be introduced for the 1976 model year in North America. Like the Ford Mustang, the Celica concept was to attach a coupe body to the chassis and mechanicals from a high volume sedan, in this case the Toyota Carina....(Read more on Wikipedia)
T20 Overview:
Toyota Celica (T20). A car with a sloping rear hatch that opens upwards, combining style and practicality. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Toyota Celica T20 generation was not tested by Euro NCAP, as the program began after its initial release and focused on more common family vehicles.
2.0 16V (170 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A spirited naturally aspirated engine offering a good balance of performance for daily driving and occasional sporty excursions.
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel economy for a 2.0L engine of its era, acceptable for mixed driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic and timeless styling
- • Legendary Toyota reliability across all engines
- • Engaging driving dynamics, especially GT-Four
- • Good aftermarket support
- • Practical liftback design for a coupe
Cons:
- • Limited rear seat space
- • Interior plastics can feel dated
- • FWD models can exhibit understeer
- • GT-Four models are rare and can be expensive to maintain
- • Lack of modern safety features (no Euro NCAP rating)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Cabrio (T20): 1994 - 1999).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Celica |
| Generation: | T20 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 16V (170 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Liftback |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 170 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | 3S-FE, 3S-GE More details about the engine 3S-FE, 3S-GE |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.9 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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