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2005 Toyota Celica GT

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2005 Toyota Celica – front
Photo: 2003 Toyota Celica GT in Solar Yellow, Front Right, 09-02-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the seventh generation (T230, 2000–2005); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 2003 Toyota Celica GT in Solar Yellow, Front Right, 09-02-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: 2001 Toyota Celica VVTi by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: 2003 Toyota Celica GT in Solar Yellow, Rear Left, 09-02-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: Toyota Celica 1999 (15067605065) by order_242 from Chile, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 2005 Toyota Celica GT is a 140-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $17,670 MSRP and is rated at 26 mpg combined.

It makes 140 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 125 lb-ft of torque at 4200 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 30 mpg highway (26 mpg combined).

The Celica measures 170.5 inches long on a 102.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,425 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeLiftback
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$17,670 ($29,405 *)
MSRP with Destination$18,210 ($30,303 *)
Destination Charge$540
Engine
Engine Type1.8L DOHC 16-valve I4 (1ZZ-FE) with VVT-i, aluminum block/head
Displacement1.8 L
Horsepower140 hp @ 6,400 rpm
Torque125 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 16-valve
Bore and Stroke79 x 91.5 mm (3.11 x 3.60 in.)
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Injection TypeEFI
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual (C56 transaxle)
1st Gear3.166
2nd Gear1.904
3rd Gear1.392
4th Gear1.031
5th Gear0.815
Reverse3.25
Final Drive4.312
Fuel Economy
City23 MPG
Highway30 MPG
Combined26 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium
Tank Capacity14.5 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent, coil springs
Rear SuspensionIndependent, coil springs
Brakes
Front Brake DiscVented disc, 10.7 in. (272 mm)
Rear Brake DiscDrum, 7.9 in. (200 mm)
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15 x 6.5 in.
Wheels Rear15 x 6.5 in.
Tires Front195/60R15
Tires Rear195/60R15
Dimensions & Weight
Length170.5 in
Width68.3 in
Height51.4 in
Wheelbase102.4 in
Front Track58.7 in
Rear Track58.3 in
Ground Clearance5.5 in
Cargo Volume16.9 ft³
Curb Weight2,425 lbs
Weight Distribution (F/R)61.4% / 38.6%
Interior
Headroom Front38.4 in
Headroom Rear35 in
Legroom Front43.6 in
Legroom Rear27 in
Shoulder Room Front52.6 in
Shoulder Room Rear50.6 in
Hip Room Front51.3 in
Hip Room Rear46.8 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2005 Toyota Celica 2-DR

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Toyota CELICA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Feb 3, 2010 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.

Consequence: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. DEALERS WILL ALSO CORRECT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GULF STATES TOYOTA AT 713-580-3300.

NHTSA campaign 10V035000

4 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2005 Toyota CELICA

Owner Complaints

4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2005 Toyota CELICA (3 mention a crash, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Tires2
Air Bags1
Vehicle Speed Control1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jan 16, 2024 · Air Bags Crash 1 injury
“This vehicle was involved in a rollover accident on Monday, January 15, 2024. When the car rolled over several times, the airbags never deployed. This vehicle is available for inspection, The driver…”
Dec 28, 2010 · Vehicle Speed Control Crash 1 injury
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 TOYOTA CELICA. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 65 MPH WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BECAME STUCK TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE CONTACT WAS NOT ABLE TO RELEASE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND…”
May 12, 2010 · Tires Crash
“THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR TIRE BLEW OUT, CAUSING THE CAR TO SPIN OUT WHILE DRIVING N ON I-55 BETWEEN JACKSON, MS AND MEMPHIS, TN RESULTING IN A CRASH. INITIAL INVESTIGATION DID NOT SHOW ANY NAILS, TO…”
Nov 24, 2005 · Tires
“THE PROBLEM AROSE ONE DAY WHEN I WAS AT MY AUNTS HOUSE. MY UNCLE WENT OUT SIDE TO LOOK A MY BRAND NEW CAR, 2005 CELICA AND NOTICED THAT I HAD A BUBBLE IN THE SIDE OF MY TIRE. I TOOK IT UP THE NEXT DAY…”

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 2005 TOYOTA CELICA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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