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Toyota Celica T18 2.0i 16V (140 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
7.9 / 10
T18 Overview:
Toyota Celica (T18). With 186 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1200 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 205 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Safety Rating
Not rated
Euro NCAP Year
N/A
Adult Occupant
N/A
Stars
N/A
Expert Note:
The Toyota Celica T18 generation was produced before Euro NCAP testing began in 1997, therefore no official safety rating is available from this program.
The Toyota Celica T18 generation was produced before Euro NCAP testing began in 1997, therefore no official safety rating is available from this program.
2.0i 16V (140 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers decent power for daily driving, but the automatic transmission dulls its sporty edge, making it more of a comfortable cruiser.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is moderate for its power, but the automatic gearbox might lead to slightly higher figures compared to its manual counterpart.
Best Use Case:
Mixed driving / Comfortable cruising
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic 90s styling with pop-up headlights
- • Excellent Toyota reliability across the range
- • Engaging driving dynamics, especially in GT-i and GT-Four trims
- • Strong aftermarket support and enthusiast community
- • Practical coupe with decent trunk space
Cons:
- • Base models can feel underpowered
- • Interior plastics feel dated by modern standards
- • Front-wheel drive on most models limits ultimate handling compared to RWD rivals
- • Potential for rust, especially in older, unmaintained examples
- • Rear seats are cramped for adults
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(T16: 1988 - 1990).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Celica |
| Generation: | T18 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0i 16V (140 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1989 |
| End of production: | 1994 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 140 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 70.1 Hp/l [40mm more] |
| Torque: | 186 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 205 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.6 kg/Hp, 116.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.5 kg/Nm, 155 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1200 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 320 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4420 mm mm [40mm more] |
| Width: | 1690 mm mm [20mm less] |
| Height: | 1300 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2525 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1465 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1430 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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