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Toyota Carina Wagon (T17) 2.0 (121 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)
Wagon (T17) Overview:
Toyota Carina (Wagon (T17)). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 25 s). The top speed reaches 240 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 (121 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most powerful petrol option, offering decent acceleration and adequate power for highway cruising and general use in its era.
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel consumption for a 2.0L naturally aspirated engine of its time, balancing power with reasonable efficiency.
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 (T17): 1987 - 1990).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Carina |
| Generation: | Wagon (T17) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 (121 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1988 |
| End of production: | 1992 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 121 Hp Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 60.6 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Engine Model/Code: | 3S-FE More details about the engine 3S-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.1 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 25 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 25 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 240 km/h |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 23.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
Fuel, speed, and comfort: How does the Toyota Carina rank in your book?