1998 Toyota Celica GT Convertible 4AT
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- Photo: Toyota CELICA Convertible (ST200) front by Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1994 Toyota Celica Liftback 1.8i ST by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1994 Toyota Celica Liftback 1.8i ST (51999400324) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota CELICA Convertible (ST200) rear by Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1998 Toyota Celica GT Convertible 4AT is a 135-hp 2.2-liter inline-4 convertible with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $25,350 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.
It makes 135 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).
The Celica measures 177.4 inches long on a 99.8-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Convertible |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $25,350 ($50,544 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 5S-FE, DOHC 16-valve I4 |
| Displacement | 2.2 L |
| Horsepower | 135 hp |
| Torque | 145 lb-ft |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 22 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 177.4 in |
| Width | 69 in |
| Height | 52.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 99.8 in |
Similar cars
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1998 Toyota CELICA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jan 22, 2020 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 1998-2000 RAV4, 1998-1999 RAV4 EV and Celica and 1997-1998 Supra vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag may not properly protect the occupant, and increases the risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and owners will have the option to self-inspect, or have a dealer inspect the steering wheel on their vehicle to determine if their vehicle may be equipped with an affected inflator. Potentially affected steering wheel serial numbers will be inspected by a dealer. Based on the inspection, dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflator with an alternate one, as necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall is 20TB01 and 20TA01.
NHTSA campaign 20V033000
5 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1998 Toyota CELICA
Owner Complaints
5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1998 Toyota CELICA. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Structure | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Visibility | 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 1998 TOYOTA CELICA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.