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1997 Toyota Paseo Review: Summary & Specs

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1997 Toyota Paseo Review

Fresh air fun on a budget.

1997 Paseo Review Summary & Specifications

Toyota has earned a solid reputation for building serviceable cars that

last. In 1996, J.D. Power included the Paseo in the top five of the "Best

Sporty Car" category in its Initial Quality Study.

That's a high tribute for a subcompact car, and it means you can expect

your Paseo to keep delivering fun over the long haul.

We promise we won't tell your insurance agent.

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1997 Toyota Paseo Specs
Vehicle CategorySports Cars
EditorHelen V. Hutchings
Model Lineup
Engines (standard)1.5-liter dohc 16v 4-cyl
Engines (optional)
Transmissions (standard)5-speed manual
Transmissions (optional)4-speed automatic
Safety Equipment (standard)Dual airbags
Safety Equipment (optional)
Basic Warranty3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled InJapan
Manufacturer Phone1-800-468-6968
Manufacturer URLwww.toyota.com
Base Price MSRP13628


1997 Toyota Paseo Specs as Tested
Model Tested MSRPPaseo Convertible
Standard Equipment(convertible) AM/FM radio, power steering, intermittent wipers, rear defrost, full carpeting, tachometer, dual vanity mirrors
Destination Charge
Options as Tested (MSRP)Air conditioning
Gas Guzzler Tax
Price as Tested18145
Layout
Horse Power93 @ 5400
Torque100 @ 4400
Fuel Economy29/35
Wheelbase93.7
Length/Width/Height163.6/65.4/51
Track Front/Rear55.3/54.9
Turning Radius32.2
Seating Capacity2+2
Front Head/Hip/Leg room37.8/48.9/41.1
Middle Head/Hip/Leg room
Rear Head/Hip/Leg room32.0/43.2/30.0
Trunk Volume7.5
Payload
Towing Capacity
Front SuspensionIndependent
Rear SuspensionBeam axle
Ground Clearance
Curb Weight2025
Stock TiresP185/60R-14
Brakes Front/Reardisc/rear
Fuel Capacity11.9
1997 Toyota Paseo