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Toyota Carina T15 1.8 GLI (ST150) (101 Hp)
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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)
T15 Overview:
Toyota Carina (T15). A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Toyota Carina T15 generation predates Euro NCAP testing, which began in 1997. Consequently, no official star rating is available. Safety features would be basic by modern standards, typical for vehicles of the mid-1980s, focusing on structural integrity rather than advanced passive or active systems.
1.8 GLI (ST150) (101 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A well-balanced engine for its era, offering adequate power for both city and highway driving without being overly sporty.
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel consumption for a 1.8L petrol engine of the time, suitable for mixed driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional Toyota reliability and durability
- • Excellent fuel economy, especially with diesel engines
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Low maintenance costs and readily available parts
- • Simple, robust engineering for longevity
Cons:
- • Modest performance across most engine options
- • Uninspired and conservative styling
- • Basic safety features by modern standards
- • Lack of advanced technology or luxury amenities
- • Ride comfort can be firm on rougher roads
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(T15: 1985 - 1987).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Carina |
| Generation: | T15 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 GLI (ST150) (101 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1986 |
| End of production: | 1988 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 101 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1S-iLU More details about the engine 1S-iLU |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 7 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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