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Toyota Sera Y10 1.5i 16V (110 Hp)
Overall Rating
Toyota Sera:
The Toyota Sera is a 3-door 2+2 liftback coupe manufactured and marketed by Toyota from 1990 to 1995. It was only officially sold in Japan.
The Sera debuted in 1988 as the Toyota AXV-II concept car in a near production-ready form, and is noted for its mostly glass roof canopy and its butterfly doors, which tilt up and forward when open. A year later, the production-version Sera was presented at the 1989 Tokyo Motor Show. A vertically positioned and electrically automated model was also shown to demonstrate the butterfly doors and rear hatch in action....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Y10 Overview:
Toyota Sera (Y10). With 143 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 910 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Toyota Sera Y10 was produced before Euro NCAP testing began in 1997, therefore no official safety rating is available. Safety features are basic by modern standards, typical for vehicles of its era.
1.5i 16V (110 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.5i 16V engine provides spirited performance for the lightweight Sera, offering a lively driving experience without being overtly sporty. Its 110 Hp is well-matched to the car's character.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 5.4 l/100 km, this engine is remarkably efficient for its time, making the Sera an economical choice for daily driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unique 'butterfly' doors and panoramic glass roof design
- • Excellent fuel economy for its era
- • Reliable Toyota 5E-FHE engine
- • Nimble and engaging handling
- • Strong collector appeal due to rarity and design
Cons:
- • Limited rear passenger space
- • Visibility can be challenging due to large glass areas and pillars
- • Parts for unique body components can be scarce and expensive
- • Lack of modern safety features
- • Not a high-performance vehicle
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Sera |
| Generation: | Y10 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5i 16V (110 Hp) |
| Start of production: | March, 1990 |
| End of production: | December, 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 110 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 73.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 143 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1496 |
| 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: | 75 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84.7 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.4 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.3 kg/Hp, 120.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 157.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 910 |
| Max. weight: | 1130 |
| Max load: | 220 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3860 mm mm |
| Width: | 1650 mm mm |
| Height: | 1265 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2300 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1405 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1405 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.2 m |
| 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 |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 175/65 R14 H |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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