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1985 Toyota Celica Supra L-Type 4AT

The 1985 Toyota Celica Supra L-Type 4AT is a 161-hp 2.8-liter inline-6 with a 4-speed automatic overdrive and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $16,413 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.

It makes 161 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 169 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).

The Celica Supra measures 183.5 inches long on a 102.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,016 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeHatchback
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$16,413 ($49,575 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.8-liter Inline-6 DOHC (5M-GE)
Displacement2.8 L
Horsepower161 hp @ 5,200 rpm
Torque169 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm (SAE net) rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 12-valve
Bore and Stroke83 x 85
Compression Ratio9.2:1
Injection TypeElectronic Fuel Injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Differential TypeLimited slip
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic overdrive (A43DE)
Fuel Economy
City17 MPG
Highway22 MPG
Combined19 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium Gasoline
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut, coil spring, gas-filled shock, stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent, coil spring, gas-filled shock, stabilizer bar
Brakes
Front Brake DiscPower-assisted ventilated 4-wheel disc
Rear Brake DiscPower-assisted ventilated 4-wheel disc
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front5.5JJ x 14 aluminum
Wheels Rear5.5JJ x 14 aluminum
Tires Front195/70 SR14
Tires Rear195/70 SR14
Dimensions & Weight
Length183.5 in
Width66.3 in
Height52 in
Wheelbase102.9 in
Front Track56.9 in
Rear Track55.7 in
Ground Clearance5.1 in
Approach Angle22°
Departure Angle18°
Cargo Volume21 ft³
Curb Weight3,016 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front37.4 in
Headroom Rear35.5 in
Legroom Front43 in
Legroom Rear25.4 in
Shoulder Room Front53.3 in
Shoulder Room Rear52.1 in
Hip Room Rear43.1 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1985 Toyota CELICA.

7 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1985 Toyota CELICA

Owner Complaints

7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1985 Toyota CELICA (3 mention a crash, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Structure3
Seat Belts2
Steering2
Vehicle Speed Control1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jan 8, 2002 · Vehicle Speed Control Crash 1 injury
“I WAS LEAVING THE PARKING LOT AND PREPARED TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN. ALL OF SUDDEN THE CAR ACCERLATED AT A HIGH SPEED AND I STEPPED ON THE BRAKE BUT IT KEEP GOING. I HIT A SIDEWALK CURB, HIT PART OF THE…”
May 15, 1999 · Structure
“CONVERTABLE TOP FAILED. NLM”
May 15, 1999 · Structure
“POWER TOP FAILED. YH”
Apr 22, 1998 · Steering Crash 2 injuries
“WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT ON DRY PAVEMENT ON THE FREEWAY, THE STEERING LINKAGE BROKE, AND SUDDENLY THE VEHICLE HAD NO STEERING CAPABILITY. THE CAR HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE AND SWERVED AND HIT A CONCRETE WALL…”
Apr 22, 1998 · Steering Crash 3 injuries
“WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 65MPH ON DRY PAVEMENT, TRAVELING STRAIGHT THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY HAD NO STEERING CAPABILITY. VEHICLE HIT ONE CAR AND SWERVED, THEN HIT A CONCRETE WALL. WHEN…”

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 1985 TOYOTA CELICA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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