1991 Toyota Previa DX
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- Photo: 1994 Toyota Previa LE in Winter White, front right, 08-16-2022 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota Previa (XR10) GL Front by M.rJirapat, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1996 Toyota Previa GL Automatic 2.4 by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1995 Rover 414 SLi & 1994 Toyota Previa GL by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1994 Toyota Previa LE in Winter White, rear left, 08-16-2022 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1991 Toyota Previa DX is a 138-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $14,673 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 138 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 154 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 20 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Previa measures 187.0 inches long on a 112.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,455 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Minivan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $14,673 ($35,013 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2TZ-FE 2.4L DOHC I4, naturally aspirated, multi-point fuel injection |
| Displacement | 2.4 L |
| Horsepower | 138 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 154 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Injection Type | Multi-point fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 20 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 19.8 gal |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 187 in |
| Width | 70.8 in |
| Height | 68.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 33.1 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,455 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.4 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.5 in |
| Legroom Front | 40.1 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 61.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 61.6 in |
| Hip Room Front | 56.9 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 64.6 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1991 Toyota Previa DX with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1991 Toyota PREVIA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 13, 1993 · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
FAILURE OF A SPECIFIC ELECTRONIC COMPONENT IN THE RADIOS CAUSES AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT.
Consequence: IF THE FAILURE OCCURS, IT COULD RESULT IN A PASSENGERCOMPARTMENT FIRE.
Remedy: REPAIR THE RADIO.
NHTSA campaign 93V147000
Jul 7, 1993 · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
CERTAIN WINDSHIELD WIPER COMPONENTS ARE SUBJECT TO PREMATURE FAILURE DUE TO INSUFFICIENT STRENGTH TO FUNCTION UNDER HIGH LOAD LEVELS.
Consequence: THE WINDSHIELD WIPER ASSEMBLY CAN FAIL AND CEASEOPERATION ENTIRELY, RESULTING IN REDUCED DRIVER VISIBILITY IN INCLEMENT WEATHER.
Remedy: INSTALL NEW WIPER MOTORS, CERTAIN WIPER ARM COMPONENTS, AND RETORQUE THE WIPER ARM PIVOT.
NHTSA campaign 93V113000
75 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1991 Toyota PREVIA
Owner Complaints
75 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1991 Toyota PREVIA (3 mention a crash, 7 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Visibility | 16 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 7 |
| Equipment | 6 |
| Structure | 6 |
| Tires | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 |
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 1991 TOYOTA PREVIA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.