1991-1994 Toyota Tercel: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

Toyota's smallest front-drive subcompact was redesigned for '91, and returned slightly roomier and more powerful than the car it replaced. A 2-door notchback was offered, but a 4-door sedan took the place of the previous year's 2-door hatchback. Wheelbase remained at 93.7 inches, but the 161.8-inch overall length fell between the prior year's 2-door, which was 4.5 inches longer, and the hatchback, which was five inches shorter. Two-door models came in base and Deluxe trim; the 4-door was offered in Deluxe (DX) and LE form. All used an updated version of the previous 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine. A 4-speed manual was the only transmission offered on the base model; the others had a 5-speed manual standard and a 3-speed automatic optional.