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2001 Toyota Celica Full Review
Date Published: 7/31/08
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2001 Toyota Celica Review
Toyota's sporty 4-cyl hatchback coupes come as the 140-hp GT model and the sportier 180-hp GT-S. GT comes with a 5-speed manual transmission, the GT-S with a 6-speed. Automatic is optional for both and provides the GT-S with steering-wheel buttons for manual shifting. ABS and front side airbags are optional, as is a power sunroof and rear spoiler. GT-S options include leather upholstery and 16-inch wheels instead of 15s.
Competition
The current Honda Prelude has been around for a few years but it has plenty of power, excellent road manners, and gets reasonable fuel economy. If Prelude is a little too expensive, take a look at our other Best Buy the Volkswagen New Beetle. It offers interesting styling and a nice mix of comfort, performance, and economy.
If raw performance is what you are after we Recommend the Chevrolet Camaro, Ford Mustang, and Pontiac Firebird. Not as pleasant to live with on a daily basis, these cars offer a lot of bang for your buck. New last year, the fun-to-drive Toyota Celica also earns the Recommended nod with its reputation for reliability.
If raw performance is what you are after we Recommend the Chevrolet Camaro, Ford Mustang, and Pontiac Firebird. Not as pleasant to live with on a daily basis, these cars offer a lot of bang for your buck. New last year, the fun-to-drive Toyota Celica also earns the Recommended nod with its reputation for reliability.
News
Celica sales skyrocketed over threefold in calendar 2000, rising to some 52,400. That kind of success is hard to argue with, though we respectfully disagree with some of Toyota's thinking in the 2000-model redesign.
Having been so recently reinvented, Celica shouldn't see any fundamental change for the next 3-4 years. But Toyota needs to keep buyers interested, so we still think it likely that Celica will get a performance-boosting turbocharger or supercharger option at some point. We'd also expect the usual yearly styling tweaks and a "midlife facelift" around 2003.
Having been so recently reinvented, Celica shouldn't see any fundamental change for the next 3-4 years. But Toyota needs to keep buyers interested, so we still think it likely that Celica will get a performance-boosting turbocharger or supercharger option at some point. We'd also expect the usual yearly styling tweaks and a "midlife facelift" around 2003.
2001 Toyota Celica Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Acceleration (GT-S 6-speed) | Noise |
| Handling/roadholding | Passenger room |
| Entry/exit | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Engines are decently peppy, but only if revved like mad. Manual-transmission models are naturally livelier than automatics, though our automatic-transmission test GT delivered adequate power as long as it wasn't climbing a long upgrade.
| GT, auto. | GT-S, man. | Class Average |
| 6 | 7 | 5.7 |
Engines are decently peppy, but only if revved like mad. Manual-transmission models are naturally livelier than automatics, though our automatic-transmission test GT delivered adequate power as long as it wasn't climbing a long upgrade.
Fuel Economy
Test manual-transmission GT-S averaged 24.2 mpg on the required premium fuel. GT uses regular; automatic-transmission test model's average of 30.3 mpg was helped by a long highway trip.
| GT, auto. | GT-S, man. | Class Average |
| 8 | 6 | 6.1 |
Test manual-transmission GT-S averaged 24.2 mpg on the required premium fuel. GT uses regular; automatic-transmission test model's average of 30.3 mpg was helped by a long highway trip.
Ride Quality
Firm and busy on most surfaces, though more annoying than uncomfortable.
| GT, auto. | GT-S, man. | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 3.5 |
Firm and busy on most surfaces, though more annoying than uncomfortable.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Agile and fun, abetted by sharp, responsive steering and flat, grippy cornering moves. Routine braking on our two test cars was fine with ABS, which should be standard on cars like this, not optional.
| GT, auto. | GT-S, man. | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 6.8 |
Agile and fun, abetted by sharp, responsive steering and flat, grippy cornering moves. Routine braking on our two test cars was fine with ABS, which should be standard on cars like this, not optional.
Quietness
Engines are pretty noisy even in gentle cruising and coarse-surface tire roar is high, so long trips can be wearing.
| GT, auto. | GT-S, man. | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 3.2 |
Engines are pretty noisy even in gentle cruising and coarse-surface tire roar is high, so long trips can be wearing.
Controls
A sporty driving ambience with mostly simple, handy controls and great shifter/wheel/pedal spacing, but the tachometer and warning lights aren't well placed for easy viewing.
| GT, auto. | GT-S, man. | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 5.6 |
A sporty driving ambience with mostly simple, handy controls and great shifter/wheel/pedal spacing, but the tachometer and warning lights aren't well placed for easy viewing.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Swoopy styling also impedes over-the-shoulder visibility for drivers. Excellent seats but limited space for even moderately tall occupants despite racecar-low positioning.
| GT, auto. | GT-S, man. | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 4.3 |
Swoopy styling also impedes over-the-shoulder visibility for drivers. Excellent seats but limited space for even moderately tall occupants despite racecar-low positioning.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Only toddlers need try riding here, and even they might grunt and groan during entry/exit.
| GT, auto. | GT-S, man. | Class Average |
| 1 | 1 | 1.5 |
Only toddlers need try riding here, and even they might grunt and groan during entry/exit.
Cargo Room
Not much without folding the split rear seatback. Hatch opens reasonably low, but bulky boxes won't fit beneath it, and the load floor is irregular in shape.
| GT, auto. | GT-S, man. | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 3 |
Not much without folding the split rear seatback. Hatch opens reasonably low, but bulky boxes won't fit beneath it, and the load floor is irregular in shape.
Value within Class
More for Gen-X hotbloods than Baby Boomers, who'll find Mitsubishi's Eclipse a more relaxing drive. But Toyota's reputation for quality, reliability, and high resale value boost Celica's appeal for buyers of all ages.
| GT, auto. | GT-S, man. | Class Average |
| 6 | 7 | 4.6 |
More for Gen-X hotbloods than Baby Boomers, who'll find Mitsubishi's Eclipse a more relaxing drive. But Toyota's reputation for quality, reliability, and high resale value boost Celica's appeal for buyers of all ages.
Total Score
| GT, auto. | GT-S, man. | Class Average |
| 49 | 49 | 44.3 |
Scores for all Sporty/performance Cars
| Low Score | 37 | |
| Average Score | 44 | |
| High Score | 60 |
2001 Toyota Celica Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 06/20/2001
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| GT 2-door hatchback, manual | $16,985 | $15,369 | $455 |
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| GT 2-door hatchback, automatic | $17,785 | $16,093 | $455 |
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| GT-S 2-door hatchback, manual | $21,455 | $19,309 | $455 |
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| GT-S 2-door hatchback, automatic | $22,155 | $19,939 | $455 |
Price note: Prices are for vehicles distributed by Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. The dealer invoice and destination charge may be higher in areas served by independent distributors.
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
GT
Powertrain
1.8-liter dohc 4-cylinder 140-horsepower engine, 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission.
Safety
Dual front airbags, daytime running lights.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning, power steering, tilt steering wheel, cloth upholstery, front bucket seats, center console, cupholders, split folding rear seat, power mirrors, AM/FM/cassette/CD player, digital clock, tachometer, map lights, rear defogger, intermittent wipers, visor mirrors, remote fuel door release, automatic headlights.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
195/60R15 tires, wheel covers.
GT-S adds to GT:
Powertrain
1.8-liter dohc 4-cylinder 180-horsepower engine, 6-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission w/manual-shift capability.
Safety
4-wheel disc brakes.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Leather-wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, power windows, power door locks, upgraded sound system, intermittent rear wiper/washer.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Fog lights, 205/55ZR15 tires, alloy wheels.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Action Pkg.
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GT, GT-S
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$1,590
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$1,272
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Unique front and rear bumpers, rocker panels, rear spoiler. NA w/fog lights.
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Upgrade Pkg.
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GT
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$820
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$656
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Cruise control, power windows and door locks.
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All Weather Guard Pkg.
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GT
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$270
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$223
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Intermittent rear wiper/washer, heavy-duty battery and starter. Std. GT-S.
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Gold Pkg.
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GT, GT-S
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$179
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$109
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Safety |
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Antilock brakes
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GT, GT-S
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$550
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$473
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Front side airbags
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GT, GT-S
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$250
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$215
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Power sunroof
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GT, GT-S
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$880
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$704
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GT requires Upgrade Pkg.
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Leather upholstery
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GT-S
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$620
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$496
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Requires power sunroof.
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Premium sound system
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GT
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$330
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$248
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6-disc CD changer
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GT, GT-S
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$550
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$381
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Automatic day/night rearview mirror
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GT, GT-S
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$275
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$190
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Security System
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GT, GT-S
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$439
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$275
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Remote keyless entry, theft-deterrent system. GT requires Upgrade Pkg.
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Floormats
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GT, GT-S
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$76
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$46
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Rear spoiler
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GT
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$540
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$432
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GT-S
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$435
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$348
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GT includes fog lights.
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Fog lights
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GT
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$105
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$84
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Alloy wheels
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GT
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$385
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$308
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205/50VR16 tires
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GT-S
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$60
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$48
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2001 Toyota Celica Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Toyota Celica 2-door hatchback |
| Wheelbase, in. | 102.4 |
| Overall Length, in. | 170.5 |
| Overall Width, in. | 68.3 |
| Overall Height, in. | 51.4 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 2425 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 16.9 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 14.5 |
| Seating Capacity | 4 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 38.4 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 44.1 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 35.0 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 27.0 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| dohc I4 | dohc I4 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 1.8 /109 | 1.8 /110 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 140 @ 6400 | 180 @ 7600 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 126 @ 4200 | 130 @ 6800 |
| Availability | Standard | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 5-speed manual | 28/33 | --/-- |
| 6-speed manual | --/-- | 23/32 |
| 4-speed automatic | 29/36 | 23/30 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
 Antilock Brakes Traction Control Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags Curtain Side Airbags Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Toyota Celica 2-door hatchback |
| Collision | 1 |
| Collision (HLDI) | 148 |
| Front Impact, Driver | 4 |
| Front Impact, Passenger | 4 |
| Injury | 3 |
| Injury (HLDI) | 104 |
| Side Impact, Driver | 3 |
| Theft | 3 |
| Theft (HLDI) | 81 |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | 5/60,000 | -- |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 5/unlimited | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | None/-- | Prius gets 3/36,000 Roadside Assistance. |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
Japan
Drivewheels:
front-wheel drive
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