Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Mini
Production years: 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996
Designed as a low-budget vehicle, the Starlet made its appearance on the Japanese market in late 1989. In March 1990, Toyota introduced it to the European market.
The Japanese carmaker worked hard to improve its products, and the Starlet was proof of commitment. It was better in any way, and it was available in a few body shapes, including a three-door hatchback. On the European market, it faced tough competition against the well-known Renault 5, Opel Corsa, or Peugeot 205, to name just a few.
At the front, the little Starlet featured a set of headlights and corner-mounted turn-signals that resembled the third generation of the Ford Fiesta. Unlike that one, the Japanese contender featured a black plastic grille with horizontal slats. Like any other three-door hatchback, it featured a set of longer ones to provide easier access for the rear-seat passengers. In the back, the windows were front-hinged and could have been opened via a pop-out system. Toyota installed a carefully designed dashboard with rounded shapes and a center stack for the audio and ventilation systems. It was the beginning of the biodesign era.
Under the hood, Toyota installed a wide range of engines from a small 75 hp unit up to a turbocharged, 135 hp version. The carmaker offered the car with a diesel engine for specific markets. An all-wheel-drive version of the Starlet was available, again, on distinct markets.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.3i 5MT FWD (75 HP) | |
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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 | |
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Top Speed: | 105.6 mph (170 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 145SR13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 146.5 in (3721 mm) |
Width: | 63 in (1600 mm) |
Height: | 54.7 in (1389 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 54.7/53.9 in (1,389/1,369 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 90.6 in (2301 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.7 in (145 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 8 cuFT (227 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 1713 lbs (777 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2744.8 lbs (1245 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 37.3 mpg US (6.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 149.9 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.3L 16V 3AT FWD (82 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1331 cm3 |
Power: | 60.3 KW @ 6400 RPM 82 HP @ 6400 RPM 81 BHP @ 6400 RPM |
Torque: | 81 lb-ft @ 3600 RPM 110 Nm @ 3600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Carburetor |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 10.6 gallons (40.1 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 3-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 145SR13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 146.5 in (3721 mm) |
Width: | 63 in (1600 mm) |
Height: | 54.7 in (1389 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 54.7/53.9 in (1,389/1,369 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 90.6 in (2301 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.7 in (145 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 8 cuFT (227 L) |
Turning circle: | 32.2 ft (9.8 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 1565 lbs (710 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 26.1 mpg US (9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 47 mpg US (5 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.3L 16V 5MT FWD (82 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1331 cm3 |
Power: | 60.3 KW @ 6400 RPM 82 HP @ 6400 RPM 81 BHP @ 6400 RPM |
Torque: | 81 lb-ft @ 3600 RPM 110 Nm @ 3600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Carburetor |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 10.6 gallons (40.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 109 mph (175 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 14.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 145SR13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 146.5 in (3721 mm) |
Width: | 63 in (1600 mm) |
Height: | 54.7 in (1389 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 54.7/53.9 in (1,389/1,369 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 90.6 in (2301 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.7 in (145 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 8 cuFT (227 L) |
Turning circle: | 32.2 ft (9.8 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 1653 lbs (750 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 26.1 mpg US (9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 47 mpg US (5 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.3L 3AT FWD (75 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1296 cm3 |
Power: | 55 KW @ 6200 RPM 75 HP @ 6200 RPM 74 BHP @ 6200 RPM |
Torque: | 76 lb-ft @ 4200 RPM 103 Nm @ 4200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Carburetor |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 10.6 gallons (40.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 102.5 mph (165 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 13.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 3-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 145SR13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 146.5 in (3721 mm) |
Width: | 63 in (1600 mm) |
Height: | 54.7 in (1389 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 54.7/53.9 in (1,389/1,369 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 90.6 in (2301 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.7 in (145 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 8 cuFT (227 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 1774.7 lbs (805 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2788.8 lbs (1265 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 33.6 mpg US (7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 166.6 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L 5MT FWD (54 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1454 cm3 |
Power: | 40 KW @ 5200 RPM 54 HP @ 5200 RPM 54 BHP @ 5200 RPM |
Torque: | 67 lb-ft @ 2900 RPM 91 Nm @ 2900 RPM |
Fuel System: | Indirect Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 10.6 gallons (40.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 96.3 mph (155 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 14.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 145SR13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 146.5 in (3721 mm) |
Width: | 63 in (1600 mm) |
Height: | 54.7 in (1389 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 54.7/53.9 in (1,389/1,369 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 90.6 in (2301 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.7 in (145 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 8 cuFT (227 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 1805.6 lbs (819 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2788.8 lbs (1265 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 49 mpg US (4.8 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 129.8 g/km |