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Toyota Paseo L4 1.5i 16V (115 Hp) Automatic
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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)
L4 Overview:
Toyota Paseo (L4). With 135 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10 l/100km). Weighing only 870 kg, it’s quite light. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 195 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Toyota Paseo L4 was produced before Euro NCAP testing began in 1997, so no official crash test rating is available. Safety features were basic for its era.
1.5i 16V (115 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
While retaining the 115 Hp, the automatic transmission smooths out power delivery, making it more suitable for relaxed cruising and less aggressive driving compared to the manual.
Fuel Economy
The automatic version sees a slight increase in fuel consumption, but still offers reasonable economy for urban commuting and general use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent reliability and durability
- • Engaging and nimble handling
- • Good fuel economy for its class
- • Distinctive and sporty coupe styling
- • Affordable to purchase and maintain
Cons:
- • Basic interior and features
- • Limited rear passenger and cargo space
- • Lacks modern safety features
- • Can be noisy at highway speeds
- • Performance is modest by modern standards
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Paseo |
| Generation: | L4 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5i 16V (115 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1991 |
| End of production: | 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 115 Hp @ 6600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 76.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 135 Nm @ 3200 rpm. |
| 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 layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 74 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 87 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 195 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.6 kg/Hp, 132.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 155.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 870 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 815 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 220 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4145 mm mm |
| Width: | 1645 mm mm |
| Height: | 1295 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2380 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1405 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1395 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 175/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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