1986 Toyota Van Cargo 4AT
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All photo credits
- Photo: Toyota Van (TownAce) USA by Jason Lawrence from New York, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota Van (TownAce) USA 2 by Jason Lawrence from New York, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota LE van (8521700725) by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1985 Toyota TownAce rear by DestinationFearFan, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1986 Toyota Van Cargo 4AT is a 101-hp 2.2-liter inline-4 with a 4-speed automatic overdrive, lock-up torque converter and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $8,808 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.
It makes 101 horsepower at 4,400 rpm and 132 lb-ft of torque at 3000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).
The Van measures 175.8 inches long on a 88.0-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Van |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $8,808 ($26,119 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4Y-EC, 2.2L OHV inline-4, EFI |
| Displacement | 2.2 L |
| Horsepower | 101 hp @ 4,400 rpm |
| Torque | 132 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 8-valve |
| Bore and Stroke | 91.0 x 86.0 mm |
| Injection Type | Electronic fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic overdrive, lock-up torque converter |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 15.9 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Double wishbone, upper torsion bar, gas-filled shocks, stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf springs, gas-filled shocks |
| Turning Diameter | 30.2 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated discs, power-assisted, tandem boosters |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drums, load-sensing proportioning valve |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Tires Front | P185/75R14 |
| Tires Rear | P185/75R14 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 175.8 in |
| Width | 65.7 in |
| Height | 70.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 88 in |
| Front Track | 56.7 in |
| Rear Track | 54.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 187.2 ft³ |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1986 Toyota Van Cargo 4AT 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 1986 Toyota VAN. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 30, 1989 · STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
THE STEERING BEVEL GEAR ASSEMBLY MAY HAVE WATER CONTAMINATION WHICH COULD LEAD TO RUST/CORROSION.
Consequence: THIS COULD CAUSE ERRATIC STEERING, WHICH COULD RESULT INAN ACCIDENT.
Remedy: REPLACE STEERING BEVEL GEAR ASSEMBLY; COVER LIQUID GASKET MATERIAL WITH IMPROVED MATERIAL.
NHTSA campaign 89V089000
9 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1986 Toyota VAN
Owner Complaints
9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1986 Toyota VAN (5 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Hydraulic | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 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 1986 TOYOTA VAN. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.