Toyota Celica Review, For Sale, Models, Specs & News in Australia

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$3,300

In 1970, hoping to offer a compelling two-door, front-engine, rear drive sports car, Toyota revealed the first of seven generations of Toyota Celica.

Available always with varying inline four-cylinder engines, ranging from 1.4-litres to 2.4-litres, the Celica underwent a gradual transformation from an almost Pony-car-like rear-drive sports model in its first three generations, to a comparatively reserved front-drive model.

Aside from in the final seventh generation, however, even the front-wheel drive generations of Celica (which came about once the Supra took over as the rear-drive sports car) had a sporty alternative - an all-wheel drive variant called the GT-Four.

A badge that would eventually dominate rally racing (thanks in large part to Carlos Sainz Sr.), the GT-Four could be had as a turbocharged model, and is arguably the most desirable flavour of Celica.

The line-up currently starts at $3,300 for the Celica SX and ranges through to $6,160 for the range-topping Celica ZR.

9.0L/100km (combined)

Hatchback

4 Speed Automatic

Premium Unleaded Petrol

2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 1983 1982 1981 1980 1979 1978 1977 1976 1975 1974 1973 1972 1971

Overview

Likes

Practical, for a sports car

No major mechanical issues

Dislikes

Turbocharged models can be expensive to insure

Engine needs to be worked for best drive

Toyota Celica Reviews

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Used Toyota Celica review: 1990-2006

7.0/10

30 Mar 2016

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Toyota Celica News

SPECULATION

Next-gen Toyota Celica is a go! Future sports car confirmed by Toyota as a hidden trademark hints at Aussie assault to best the Nissan Z: Report

26 Nov 2024

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Has Toyota just revealed its big secret? Official Anime cartoon hints at future GR sports car range with next-gen Toyota 86, Celica, MR2 and Supra rumoured to be on the cards

5 Nov 2024

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Toyota's 300kW monster takes shape: Mega new turbo-petrol engine won't just save the Celica, it might just save petrol performance: Reports

25 Aug 2024

INDUSTRY NEWS

"It's not for one manufacturer to survive, but to protect car enthusiasts": Toyota GR boss on why collaboration between brands will be the future of sports cars

17 Jun 2024

SPECULATION

Toyota releasing another sporty coupe? New Toyota Celica concept expected in 2025 packing 300kW 2.0-litre turbo and all-wheel drive to sit between GR 86 and Supra - report

31 May 2024

SPECULATION

Still think electric vehicles are boring? The reborn Toyota Celica with 220kW and 1000km driving range will change your mind

17 Dec 2023

SPECULATION

GR in the EV age: Is the Toyota Celica sports car coming back as a manual electric car?

21 Jun 2023

SPECULATION

Classic comeback? Toyota boss says "I want to revive the Celica" and it could be an electric sports car to take on the MG Cyberster - report

16 May 2023

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A modern Mitsubishi Pajero or Subaru Brumby? Yes please! Five cool Japanese cars that deserve a retro revival

5 Mar 2022

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Toyota Celica FAQs

How to sell my '88 Toyota Celica cabriolet?

It depends on its condition. If it’s in top shape it would be worth advertising it through one of the enthusiast type classified magazines, or even a classic car auction. If it’s not up to scratch trade it in, put a ‘For Sale’ sign on it and park it in prominent places. You could also advertise it on sites like Carsguide.

How much is a '99 Toyota Celica SX-R?

It’s worth around $5000, and I wouldn’t hold on to it in the hope the value might eventually go up. I doubt that it will, and even if it does, it will take a long time for it to happen.

Can you convert me?

FOR a stylish drive there's the VW Beetle cabriolet and the Mini cabriolet. Both look smart and are fun to drive, and you will be able to get them for about $40,000. Another way to go is to buy a coupe/convertible -- one that has a folding metal roof instead of a soft-top. That way you get the security and refinement of a coupe and the fun of a convertible. The VW Eos is a good one, as is the Holden Astra Twin-Top, but they will set you back about $50,000. For a sportier ride there is the Mazda MX-5 coupe/convertible, which is more fun but is only a two-seater. All those cars will be reliable and all represent good value.

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Year	Body Type	Specs	Price from	Price to
2006	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 1.8L PULP 4 SP AUTO	Price from: $3,300	Price to: $6,160
2005	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 1.8L PULP 4 SP AUTO	Price from: $3,300	Price to: $6,160
2004	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 1.8L PULP 4 SP AUTO	Price from: $3,300	Price to: $6,930
2003	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 1.8L PULP 6 SP MAN	Price from: $3,300	Price to: $6,160
2002	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 1.8L PULP 4 SP AUTO	Price from: $3,300	Price to: $6,160

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Year	Body Type	Front Tyre Size	Front Rim	Rear Rim
2006	Body Type: Hatchback	Front Tyre Size: P205x55 R15	Front Rim: 6.5x15 in	Rear Rim: 6.5x15 in
2005	Body Type: Hatchback	Front Tyre Size: P205x55 R15	Front Rim: 6.5x15 in	Rear Rim: 6.5x15 in
2004	Body Type: Hatchback	Front Tyre Size: P205x55 R15	Front Rim: 6.5x15 in	Rear Rim: 6.5x15 in
2003	Body Type: Hatchback	Front Tyre Size: P205x55 R15	Front Rim: 6.5x15 in	Rear Rim: 6.5x15 in
2002	Body Type: Hatchback	Front Tyre Size: P205x55 R15	Front Rim: 6.5x15 in	Rear Rim: 6.5x15 in

Year	Body Type	Fuel Consumption*	Engine	Fuel Type	Transmission
2006	Body Type: Hatchback	Fuel Consumption: 9.0L/100km	Engine: 1.8L	Fuel Type: PULP	Transmission: 4 SP AUTO
2005	Body Type: Hatchback	Fuel Consumption: 9.0L/100km	Engine: 1.8L	Fuel Type: PULP	Transmission: 4 SP AUTO
2004	Body Type: Hatchback	Fuel Consumption: 9.0L/100km	Engine: 1.8L	Fuel Type: PULP	Transmission: 4 SP AUTO
2003	Body Type: Hatchback	Fuel Consumption: 9.0L/100km	Engine: 1.8L	Fuel Type: PULP	Transmission: 6 SP MAN
2002	Body Type: Hatchback	Fuel Consumption: 9.0L/100km	Engine: 1.8L	Fuel Type: PULP	Transmission: 4 SP AUTO

Year	Body Type	Braked Capacity from	Braked Capacity to
2006	Body Type: Hatchback	Braked Capacity from: 1200kg	Braked Capacity to: 1200kg
2005	Body Type: Hatchback	Braked Capacity from: 1200kg	Braked Capacity to: 1200kg
2004	Body Type: Hatchback	Braked Capacity from: 1200kg	Braked Capacity to: 1200kg
2003	Body Type: Hatchback	Braked Capacity from: 1200kg	Braked Capacity to: 1200kg
2002	Body Type: Hatchback	Braked Capacity from: 1200kg	Braked Capacity to: 1200kg

Year	Body Type	Height x Width x Length	Ground Clearance
2006	Body Type: Hatchback	Height x Width x Length: 1315x1735x4335 mm	Ground Clearance: 105 mm
2005	Body Type: Hatchback	Height x Width x Length: 1315x1735x4335 mm	Ground Clearance: 105 mm
2004	Body Type: Hatchback	Height x Width x Length: 1315x1735x4335 mm	Ground Clearance: 105 mm
2003	Body Type: Hatchback	Height x Width x Length: 1315x1735x4335 mm	Ground Clearance: 105 mm
2002	Body Type: Hatchback	Height x Width x Length: 1315x1735x4335 mm	Ground Clearance: 105 mm

Toyota Celica Review, For Sale, Models, Specs & News in Australia

Toyota Celica Review, For Sale, Models, Specs & News in Australia

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