'83: market debut as a four-door iub five-door Corona or Carina limousine (in Europe); ’88: front-wheel drive station wagon version, also version with drive 4×4.
► Technical data
Chassis: sedan and liftback: dim. 4440/1690/1370 mm; combi: length. 4435 mm; luggage compartment capacity: sd. 535 l, lift. 450, combi 760 l.
Motors: gasoline 4-cylinder (mostly 16-valve) 1.5/79-85 KM, 1.6/75-140 KM, 1.8/87-115 KM, 2.0/120-165 KM, diesels 2.0/70-75 KM.
Chassis: front-wheel drive or 4×4; independent suspension, front spring column, rear transverse and longitudinal wishbones.
► Faults
• corrosion of the chassis and body in cars for 1988 r.
• oil leaks from the engine and transmission
• steering clearances
• not very durable timing belt
• electrical system failures
Parts prices in PLN
headlight 712
front fender 1018
complete clutch 562
brake pads (front) 187
windshield of the front door 496
timing drive 396
Toyota Carina 1.6, 1990 r.
► Summary
One of the least unreliable cars. Well thought-out body (although there is not much space in the back) functional and comfortable. Durable and economical engines. The purchase price is also attractive. Before the transaction, he warns the difficulty of resale, expensive parts and service.
High Durability Economical Engines Ineffective Brakes