1997 Toyota T100 Base 2WD Auto
The 1997 Toyota T100 Base 2WD Auto is a 150-hp inline-4 with a 4-speed electronically-controlled automatic overdrive -- optional, confirmed flat +$900 over manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $15,578 MSRP.
It makes 150 horsepower at 4,800 rpm and 177 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 23 mpg highway.
The T100 measures 209.1 inches long on a 121.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,350 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $15,578 ($31,544 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $15,998 ($32,395 *) |
| Destination Charge | $420 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.7L I4, DOHC 16-valve, EFI (Toyota code 3RZ-FE) |
| Horsepower | 150 hp @ 4,800 rpm |
| Torque | 177 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 16 valves (4 valves/cyl) |
| Bore and Stroke | 95.0 x 95.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Multiport electronic fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD (2WD) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed electronically-controlled automatic overdrive (ECT) -- optional, confirmed flat +$900 over manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 23 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent double-wishbone (Hi-Trac) with torsion bars and stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Solid axle, leaf springs |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Power-assisted ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | N/A -- drum (power-assisted); ABS available as an option, not standard on any trim |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15 x 6.5 in. styled steel (standard); 16 x 7 in. aluminum alloy optional |
| Wheels Rear | 15 x 6.5 in. styled steel (standard); 16 x 7 in. aluminum alloy optional |
| Tires Front | P215/75R15 |
| Tires Rear | P215/75R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 209.1 in |
| Width | 75.2 in |
| Height | 67.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 121.8 in |
| Ground Clearance | 7.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,350 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 62.4 in |
| Hip Room Front | 59.4 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars