![]() ![]() The Glanza V or "flyer" as it was known in Japan weighed slightly more than the older EP82 models however a redesigned turbo increased performance. This car was called the Toyota Glanza V and had a more modern look. In 1996 Toyota released a Turbo Starlet using the same basic engine design with some slight changes. There was a special edition available based on the 4WD S which added electrics, front foglamps and a GT steering wheel - the rather elusive Sport Selection. These models also featured an optional LSD which was available with the C153 transaxle. Our 4WD range structure didnt change - the Soleil L, S and X-limited stayed in place and kept close to the original specifications. Two limited edition versions of the GT turbo were produced the GT Limited and the GT Advance, both featured small changes such as different steering wheels and gear shifter knobs, a rear strut bar, ABS (later versions only) and were distinguishable by their "two tone" paint scheme. 1995 Toyota Starlet GT Turbo 5-Speed for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for 8,600 on Ma(Lot 28,709) Bring a Trailer Shipping Get a Quote Makes and Models New to BaT Learn how it works. ![]() Production of the car ended in December 1995, but the popularity of the car is still maintained by a cult of drivers, mainly as a used import. The tail lights remained the same, but the full length center garnish was replaced by the small ones on each side. ![]() The second minor change was given in May 1994, this time with 4 round quad headlights combined with the mesh grille. 1984 Toyota Starlet GL 3 door hatchback FF 5M 999 cm3/61.0 cuin 54 PS 53 bhp 40 kW 745 kg 1980 Toyota Starlet 1200 GL 3 door hatchback FR 5M 1166 cm3/71.2 cuin 57 PS 56 bhp 42 kW 695 kg 1980 Toyota Starlet GL 3 door hatchback FR 4M 993 cm3/60.6 cuin 47. At the time, acceleration times like that were only found in expensive coupe's and large cars and thus its' "affordable power" created an instant market for the car.Īs other JDM Starlets, the GT Turbo got minor change in January 1992 with new bumpers, and rear combination lamps. It was powered by a turbocharged version of a Toyota's E Engine, the 4E-FTE, and boasted power figures of 135 bhp (101 kW) 6400 rpm which, for the extremely light Starlet, was enough to propel the car from 0-100 km/h in under 7 seconds. Gaz can confirm if his is a 4WD Soleil L or a S on this thread, I'd like all the AWD boys' input so as we get it right.The Toyota Starlet GT Turbo was based on the 80 series of the Toyota Starlet, and was first introduced in 1990 as a successor to the 70 series' Turbo R. Here's a page from the 1992 model range brochure showing them in their glory: There's the 1.3 Liter inline-four gasoline engine with a 4E-FTE type (135hp Turbo) or the 4E-FE type (85hp). The last generation was introduced in 1996 and has a variety of engines to choose from. It was known as Toyota's basic small vehicle with a hatchback design. The Starlet Turbo is a positive gem and responds very well to tuning. The 4WD X Limited was a 5 door model which was marginally dearer than the 4WD S model and suffered slightly less sporty trim and steering wheel than it's 3 door brother.Ĭonfused? I hope not. The Starlet had an amazing run with Toyota from 1973 to 1999. Toyota Starlet are popular cars and with a few performance modifications you can. The next level up the ladder was the 3 door 4WD S which (going on the pictures and a rather poor understanding of japanese) offered smarter interior trim, a different steering wheel, and a boot spoiler amongst other additions. The basic entry model was the 4WD Soleil L which like all the 4WD models had a two wheel drive equivalent in EP82 range. To fall in line with many other model ranges it was time to introduce an all wheel drive EP to tackle more challenging conditions. With a fuel consumption of 37.9 mpg US - 45.5 mpg UK - 6.2 L/100km, a weight of 1895 lbs (860 kg), the Toyota Starlet 1.3 GT has a water cooling 4 cylinder. Toyota were looking to expand the range to enhance sales. Our story begins in 1991 with the launch of the Mk1 EP82 fully underway.
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