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1997 Toyota Celica GT Convertible 5MT

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1997 Toyota Celica – front
Photo: Toyota CELICA Convertible (ST200) front by Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the sixth generation (T200, 1994–1999); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: Toyota CELICA Convertible (ST200) front by Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: 1994 Toyota Celica Liftback 1.8i ST by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: 1994 Toyota Celica Liftback 1.8i ST (51999400324) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: Toyota CELICA Convertible (ST200) rear by Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 1997 Toyota Celica GT Convertible 5MT is a 135-hp 2.2-liter inline-4 convertible with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $24,438 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.

It makes 135 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).

The Celica measures 177.4 inches long on a 99.8-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeConvertible
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$24,438 ($49,485 *)
Engine
Engine Type5S-FE, DOHC 16-valve I4
Displacement2.2 L
Horsepower135 hp
Torque145 lb-ft
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission5-Speed Manual
1st Gear3.285
2nd Gear1.96
3rd Gear1.322
4th Gear1.028
5th Gear0.82
Reverse3.153
Final Drive4.176
Fuel Economy
City19 MPG
Highway26 MPG
Combined25 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular
Dimensions & Weight
Length177.4 in
Width69 in
Height52.2 in
Wheelbase99.8 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1997 Toyota CELICA.

8 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1997 Toyota CELICA

Owner Complaints

8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1997 Toyota CELICA (1 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Visibility3
Electrical System2
Air Bags1
Hydraulic1
Service Brakes1
Structure1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Feb 13, 2013 · Electrical System, Visibility Fire
“MY REAR DEFROST HAS NOT WORKED IN YEARS. I LOOK AT THE CONNECTION WHERE THE HATCH MEETS THE CAR AND FIND THAT THE CONNECTOR HAD CAUGHT ON FIRE AND MELTED THE CONNECTOR AND THE WIRE. I AM HAVING TO…”
Oct 22, 2012 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 TOYOTA CELICA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES FAILED TO ENGAGE WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO BRING THE VEHICLE TO A STOP BY SHIFTING INTO NEUTRAL AND…”
Jan 11, 2005 · Visibility
“WHILE LOWERING CONVERTIBLE TOP UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS AND WITH NO OBSTRUCTIONS, BACK GLASS EXPLODED FOR NO APPARENT REASON.*AK”
Jun 2, 2004 · Structure
“CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A PAINT SHOP FOR A PAINT JOB. TECHNICIAN INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE TWO PILLAR ATTACHMENTS FOR THE ROOF WERE BONDED TOGETHER BY GLUE. TECHNICIAN WOULD NOT TOUCH THE…”
Jun 26, 2003 · Air Bags Crash 1 injury
“MY DAUGHTER WAS INVOLVED IN A VERY MINOR ACCIDENT, AND THERE WAS AN APPROXIMATELY 10-15 SECOND DELAY AFTER THE CAR WAS PLACED IN PARK WHEN HER AIRBAGS SUDDENLY DEPLOYED, CAUSING MINOR INJURY TO HER…”

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 1997 TOYOTA CELICA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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