Toyota Corona Premio (T21) 1.6i 16V (105 Hp)
People\'s Opinion
N/A / 5
Premio (T21) Overview:
Toyota Corona (Premio (T21)). With 142 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10 l/100km). Weighing only 1110 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
The 1.6L engine provides sufficient power for daily tasks, with the manual gearbox offering more engaging control and slightly better responsiveness than the automatic.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel efficiency, particularly for its time, making it an economical choice for both urban and highway driving.
Best Use Case:
Mixed Driving / Commuting
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional reliability and durability
- • Comfortable and spacious interior
- • Good fuel economy for its class
- • Low maintenance costs
- • Smooth ride quality
Cons:
- • Uninspired styling
- • Modest performance (especially 1.6L)
- • Limited availability outside Japan (JDM model)
- • Basic interior features by modern standards
- • Lack of advanced safety tech
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(T19: 1995 - 1996).
| General: |
| Brand: | Toyota |
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| Model: | Corona |
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| Generation: | Premio (T21) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.6i 16V (105 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1996 |
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| End of production: | 2001 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 105 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 66.2 Hp/l [100mm more] |
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| Torque: | 142 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | 4A-FE More details about the engine 4A-FE |
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| Engine displacement: | 1587 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 3 l |
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| Coolant: | 5.3 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 77 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.4 l/100 km |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.6 kg/Hp, 94.6 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 127.9 Nm/tonne |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1110 |
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| Max. weight: | 1385 |
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| Max load: | 275 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 490 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4600 mm mm [100mm more] |
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| Width: | 1695 mm mm [45mm less] |
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| Height: | 1410 mm mm [85mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2580 mm mm [45mm more] |
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| Front track: | 1465 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1450 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 175/70 R14 |
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| Front suspension | Wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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