1988 Toyota Celica GT Hatchback
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All photo credits
- Photo: Toyota Celica Liftback (52702994051) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1987 Toyota Celica Liftback 1.6 GT (52715566890) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1988 Toyota Celica GT-Four by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1985-1987 Toyota Celica (ST162) SX liftback 01 by OSX, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1985-1987 Toyota Celica (ST162) SX liftback 02 by OSX, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1988 Toyota Celica GT Hatchback is a 115-hp 2.0-liter hatchback with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $13,648 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.
It makes 115 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 124 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).
The Celica measures 171.0 inches long on a 99.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,524 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $13,648 ($37,495 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3S-FE, 2.0L DOHC |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 115 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 124 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 16-valve |
| Bore and Stroke | 86 x 86 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual (4-speed automatic optional) |
| 1st Gear | 3.285 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.041 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.322 |
| 4th Gear | 1.028 |
| 5th Gear | 0.82 |
| Reverse | 3.153 |
| Final Drive | 3.944 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 23 MPG |
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 15.9 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 171 in |
| Width | 67 in |
| Height | 49 in |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,524 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37 in |
| Headroom Rear | 33 in |
| Legroom Front | 44 in |
| Legroom Rear | 27 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 52 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 50 in |
| Hip Room Front | 51 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 51 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1988 Toyota Celica GT Hatchback 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 1988 Toyota CELICA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Feb 11, 2010 · SUSPENSION
RIDE CONTROL IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT STRUT MOUNTS BRANDED AS GABRIEL RIDE CONTROL OR ARVINMERITOR, P/NOS. 142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FRONT STRUT MOUNTS DID NOT CONTAIN A WELD JOINT BETWEEN THE BEARING HOUSING AND THE RATE PLATE.
Consequence: THE ABSENCE OF THE WELD CAN ALLOW THE STRUT TO COME OUT OF ITS MOUNTING POSITION UNDER CERTAIN EXTREME DRIVING CONDITIONS WHICH COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO SURROUNDING VEHICLE COMPONENTS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: RIDE CONTROL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT RIDE CONTROL AT 1-248-458-1396.
NHTSA campaign 10E002000
6 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1988 Toyota CELICA
Owner Complaints
6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1988 Toyota CELICA. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Hydraulic | 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 1988 TOYOTA CELICA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.