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Toyota Celica Convertible

1987–1999 · 25 configurations

Lowest
21
Average
23
Best
26
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The Toyota Celica Convertible has been tested by the EPA across 25 different configurations spanning model years 1987 through 1999. Over this period, the Celica Convertible has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 21 MPG to 26 MPG, with an overall average of 23 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
1999
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,600202723MPG
1999
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,700192622MPG
1998
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,600202723MPG
1998
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,700192622MPG
1997
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,700192722MPG
1997
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,700192622MPG
1996
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,850182621MPG
1996
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,700192622MPG
1995
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,700192722MPG
1995
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,700192622MPG
1993
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,850182621MPG
1993
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,700192722MPG
1992
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,850182521MPG
1992
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,700192722MPG
1992
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,700192622MPG
1991
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,600212823MPG
1991
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,700192722MPG
1990
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,600212823MPG
1990
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,700202622MPG
1989
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,400232925MPG
1989
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,400232925MPG
1988
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,400222925MPG
1988
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,400232925MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,300233126MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,300233126MPG

Historical Efficiency

1999
23
1998
23
1997
22
1996
22
1995
22
1993
22
1992
22
1991
23
1990
23
1989
25
1988
25
1987
26

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Celica Convertible) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Toyota Celica Convertible. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Toyota Toyota Celica grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
49
Total Deaths
38

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
22.4%
Fire Occurrence
2.0%
Speeding Involved
12.2%
DUI Involved
22.4%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

78%
Front
9%
Side
13%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2021
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
1.50
2020
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2019
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2018
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2017
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.83
2016
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2015
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.73
2014
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.58
Query NHTSA FARS Database

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

1998
1
1996
1
1990
1
1987
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory