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1999 Toyota Tercel CE 3AT

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1999 Toyota Tercel – front
Photo: 1997 Toyota Tercel CE in Coral Rose Pearl, Front Left, 06-16-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the fifth generation (L50, 1995–1999); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 1997 Toyota Tercel CE in Coral Rose Pearl, Front Left, 06-16-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: 1995 Toyota Tercel 2-door sedan, front left, 07-14-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: Front and side of a Toyota Tercel in Taichung by WC-QHS, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: 1997 Toyota Tercel CE in Coral Rose Pearl, Rear Left, 06-16-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 1999 Toyota Tercel CE 3AT is a 93-hp 1.5-liter inline-4 with a 3-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It is rated at 27 mpg combined.

It makes 93 horsepower at 5,400 rpm and 100 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 25 mpg city and 30 mpg highway (27 mpg combined).

The Tercel measures 162.7 inches long on a 93.7-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Engine
Engine Type5E-FE, 1.5L DOHC 16-valve inline-4
Displacement1.5 L
Horsepower93 hp @ 5,400 rpm
Torque100 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 4 valves/cylinder
Bore and Stroke74 x 87
Compression Ratio9.4:1
Injection TypeElectronic multiport fuel injection (EFI), return-less fuel system
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission3-Speed Automatic
Fuel Economy
City25 MPG
Highway30 MPG
Combined27 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Unleaded
Dimensions & Weight
Length162.7 in
Width64.8 in
Height53.2 in
Wheelbase93.7 in

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (1999 Toyota Tercel 2-DR.).

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1999 Toyota TERCEL. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Aug 11, 2008 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS, THE LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY BE AFFECTED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.

NHTSA campaign 08E050000

3 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1999 Toyota TERCEL

Owner Complaints

3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1999 Toyota TERCEL (1 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Air Bags1
Child Seat1
Electrical System1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Feb 27, 2008 · Air Bags Crash 1 injury 1 death
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 TOYOTA TERCEL. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT END CRASH. THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED AND NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE…”
Sep 14, 2005 · Child Seat
“DT: EDDIE BAUER SEAT MODEL # 22755 BGL MANUFACTURER'S # AE1B103309. THE FABRIC ON THE CAR SEAT MELTED DUE TO HEAT IN THE VEHICLE. OVER THE LAST TWO TO THREE WEEKS THE CONSUMER EXAMINED THE CAR SEAT…”
Aug 4, 2005 · Electrical System Fire
“MY LATE 1999 TOYOTA ECHO WAS PARKED AFTER A SHORT DRIVE. TWO AND A HALF HOURS LATER IT BURST INTO FLAMES. THE CAR WAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED AND A LARGE AREA OF MY HOME WAS BURNED. I AND MY NIECE WERE…”

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 1999 TOYOTA TERCEL. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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