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Toyota Paseo Cabrio (_L5_) 1.5 16V (90 Hp)
Overall Rating
Toyota Paseo:
The Toyota Paseo in Japan and other regions) is a sports-styled subcompact car sold from 1991 until 1999 by Toyota and was directly based on the Tercel. It was available as a coupé and in later models as a convertible. Toyota stopped selling the car in the United States in 1997, however the car continued to be sold in Canada, Europe and Japan until 1999. The Paseo, like the Tercel, shares a platform with the Starlet. Several parts are interchangeable between the three....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Cabrio (_L5_) Overview:
Toyota Paseo (Cabrio (_L5_)). With 130 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1055 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.3 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.5 16V (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.5 16V (90 Hp) engine provides modest but sufficient power for city driving and leisurely cruising. Its 11.3-second 0-100 km/h acceleration is adequate for a compact convertible of its era, prioritizing relaxed enjoyment over spirited performance.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 7.1 l/100 km (approx. 33 MPG US), the 1.5 16V engine offers decent fuel efficiency for a petrol engine from the mid-90s, making it an economical choice for daily use and weekend drives.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Reliable Toyota engineering
- • Fun open-air driving experience
- • Relatively economical to run
- • Unique and distinctive styling
- • Easy to maneuver in urban environments
Cons:
- • Modest performance (90 Hp)
- • Limited trunk space (200L)
- • Older safety features compared to modern cars
- • Potential for convertible top maintenance
- • Rear drum brakes
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(L4: 1991 - 1996).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Paseo |
| Generation: | Cabrio (_L5_) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 16V (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 5400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 60.1 Hp/l [15mm more] |
| Torque: | 130 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 5E-FE More details about the engine 5E-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 1497 |
| 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 |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.7 l |
| Coolant: | 4.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 74 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 87 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.7 kg/Hp, 85.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.1 kg/Nm, 123.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1055 |
| Max. weight: | 1385 |
| Max. roof load: | 50 kg |
| Max load: | 330 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 200 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1000 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 400 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4160 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Width: | 1660 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Height: | 1320 mm mm [25mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2380 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1405 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1395 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 185/60 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 5.5J x 14 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer, Trailing arm |
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