1982 Toyota Celica Supra L-Type 5MT
All photo credits
- Photo: 1984 Toyota Supra P-type, front right at Lime Rock by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1983 Toyota Celica Supra GT P-Type in Black, Front Right (Hilton Beach 2023) by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1984 Toyota Celica Supra 2.8i by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1985 Toyota Supra P-type in Super White, rear left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1983 Toyota Celica Supra GT P-Type in Black, Rear Right (Hilton Beach 2023) by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1982 Toyota Celica Supra L-Type 5MT is a 145-hp 2.8-liter inline-6 with a 5-speed manual overdrive and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $13,788 MSRP.
It makes 145 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 155 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 34 mpg highway.
The Celica Supra measures 183.5 inches long on a 102.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,932 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $13,788 ($46,436 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.8-liter Inline-6 DOHC (5M-GE) |
| Displacement | 2.8 L |
| Horsepower | 145 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 155 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm (SAE net) rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 12-valve |
| Bore and Stroke | 83 x 85 |
| Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 |
| Injection Type | Electronic Fuel Injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual overdrive (W-58) |
| 1st Gear | 3.286 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.894 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.276 |
| 4th Gear | 1 |
| 5th Gear | 0.783 |
| Reverse | 3.769 |
| Final Drive | 3.727 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 34 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Unleaded (anti-knock index 87) |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut, coil spring, lower lateral link, strut rod, stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent semi-trailing arm, coil spring, hydraulic shock, stabilizer bar |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Power-assisted vented disc, 10.5 in. |
| Rear Brake Disc | Power-assisted vented disc, 10.4 in. |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 5.5JJ x 14 aluminum |
| Wheels Rear | 5.5JJ x 14 aluminum |
| Tires Front | 195/70 SR14 |
| Tires Rear | 195/70 SR14 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 183.5 in |
| Width | 66.3 in |
| Height | 52 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.9 in |
| Front Track | 57.9 in |
| Rear Track | 56.3 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.1 in |
| Approach Angle | 22° |
| Departure Angle | 18° |
| Cargo Volume | 20.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,932 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 55% / 45% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.4 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37 in |
| Legroom Front | 43 in |
| Legroom Rear | 25.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 52.1 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.5 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 43.1 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1982 Toyota Celica Supra L-Type 5MT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1982 Toyota CELICA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 2, 1986 · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
SOLDERED TERMINALS OF THE CRUISE CONTROL COMPUTER MAY DEVELOP CRACKS DUE TO IMPROPER APPLICATION OF THE COATING TO THE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: CONTINUED USE OF CRUISE CONTROL COULD LEAD TO COMPLETE SEPARATION OF SOLDERED TERMINALS AND CIRCUIT FAILURE; ENGINE SPEED WOULD INSTANTLY RACE AND VEHICLE COULD SUDDENLY ACCELERATE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy: REPLACE CRUISE CONTROL COMPUTER, IF NECESSARY.
NHTSA campaign 86V132000
4 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1982 Toyota CELICA
Owner Complaints
4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1982 Toyota CELICA (1 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1982 TOYOTA CELICA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.