Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996
Toyota introduced the fourth generation of the Starlet in December 1989 in Japan and, in the following year, in the rest of the world.
The Japanese carmaker kept the third generation of the Starlet only four years before it changed it to the much successful fourth-generation model. Unlike its predecessor, the new version came prepared to face the tough European competitors such as the Renault 5, Peugeot 205, or the Volkswagen Polo. It gained its credits on the harsh Acropolis Rallye and proved to be successful on the market as well.
Like most of the small-segment vehicles, the Starlet featured a hatchback bodywork, and it was available with a three or five-door configuration. Its rounded edges made it more pleasant to a market that started to step away from the wedged shapes of the '80s. Before the 1994 facelift, all versions featured squared headlights, and, after that, specific trim levels were granted with four round headlights.
Inside, Toyota offered minimum requirements for a 1990 vehicle, depending on the trim level. The base versions featured an instrument cluster with three dials, while the top trim levels were offered with a tachometer. The power-windows were on the options list.
Under the hood, the carmaker installed a choice of engines ranged between 70 hp and 135 hp. Most of them were paired to a five-speed manual gearbox, but a 4-speed automatic was available for specific models and markets. An all-wheel-drive, turbocharged Starlet was produced to enhance the car's image on the market.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.3i 3AT FWD (75 HP) | |
---|---|
Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1296 cm3 |
Power: | 55 KW @ 6000 RPM 75 HP @ 6000 RPM 74 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 75 lb-ft @ 4800 RPM 101 Nm @ 4800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 10.6 gallons (40.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
---|---|
Top Speed: | 105.6 mph (170 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
---|---|
Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 3-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
---|---|
Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
---|---|
Tire Size: | 165/70 R13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
---|---|
Length: | 146.4 in (3719 mm) |
Width: | 62.9 in (1598 mm) |
Height: | 54.7 in (1389 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 54.7/53.9 in (1,389/1,369 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 90.5 in (2299 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.7 in (145 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 8 cuFT (227 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
---|---|
Unladen Weight: | 1735 lbs (787 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2701 lbs (1225 kg) |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.3i 5MT FWD (75 HP) | |
---|---|
Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1296 cm3 |
Power: | 55 KW @ 6000 RPM 75 HP @ 6000 RPM 74 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 75 lb-ft @ 4800 RPM 101 Nm @ 4800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 10.6 gallons (40.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
---|---|
Top Speed: | 105.6 mph (170 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
---|---|
Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
---|---|
Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
---|---|
Tire Size: | 165/70 R13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
---|---|
Length: | 146.4 in (3719 mm) |
Width: | 62.9 in (1598 mm) |
Height: | 54.7 in (1389 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 54.7/53.9 in (1,389/1,369 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 90.5 in (2299 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.7 in (145 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 8 cuFT (227 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
---|---|
Unladen Weight: | 1735 lbs (787 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2744.7 lbs (1245 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
---|---|
Combined: | 37.3 mpg US (6.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 149.9 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.3L 5MT AWD (100 HP) | |
---|---|
Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1296 cm3 |
Power: | 73.5 KW @ 6600 RPM 100 HP @ 6600 RPM 99 BHP @ 6600 RPM |
Torque: | 86 lb-ft @ 5200 RPM 116 Nm @ 5200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 10.6 gallons (40.1 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
---|---|
Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
---|---|
Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
---|---|
Tire Size: | 165/70 R13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
---|---|
Length: | 146.4 in (3719 mm) |
Width: | 62.9 in (1598 mm) |
Height: | 54.7 in (1389 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 54.7/53.9 in (1,389/1,369 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 90.5 in (2299 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.7 in (145 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 8 cuFT (227 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
---|---|
Unladen Weight: | 1735 lbs (787 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2701 lbs (1225 kg) |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.3L 5MT AWD (135 HP) | |
---|---|
Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1296 cm3 |
Power: | 99.3 KW @ 6400 RPM 135 HP @ 6400 RPM 133 BHP @ 6400 RPM |
Torque: | 116 lb-ft @ 4800 RPM 157 Nm @ 4800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 10.6 gallons (40.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
---|---|
Top Speed: | 124 mph (200 km/h) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
---|---|
Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
---|---|
Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
---|---|
Tire Size: | 165/70 R13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
---|---|
Length: | 146.4 in (3719 mm) |
Width: | 62.9 in (1598 mm) |
Height: | 54.7 in (1389 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 54.7/53.9 in (1,389/1,369 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 90.5 in (2299 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.7 in (145 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 8 cuFT (227 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
---|---|
Unladen Weight: | 1830 lbs (830 kg) |