Base price: GT, $17,790; GT-S, $22,455
Vehicle type: front-engine, front-drive; 3-door 2+2-passenger coupe
Interior volume, F/R/cargo (cu ft) 51/28/17
Wheelbase 102.4 in
Length/width/height 170.5/68.3/51.4 in
Turning circle 36.1 ft
Curb weight 2450–2600 lb
EPA city/hwy mpg 23–29/30–36
Fuel-tank capacity/range 14.5 gal/334–421 mi
Passive restraints driver and passenger front and side (opt) airbags
POWERTRAIN
1.8-liter DOHC 16-valve 4-in-line, 140 or 180 hp; 5- or 6-sp man, 4-sp auto
SUSPENSION
F ind, struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar
R ind, multilink, coil springs, anti-roll bar
BRAKES
F/R vented disc/drum or disc
ABS optional
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TOYOTA CELICA
After a complete redesign in 2000, the Toyota Celica remained unchanged for two years. For 2003 it undergoes some modest alterations. Its exterior look has been updated a bit by changes to the front fascia and taillamps. Ditto for the interior, which receives a JBL audio system, new instrument faces, and other cosmetic touches, including color scheme changes. Celica is pleasantly powered by a high-tech 1.8-liter DOHC four with variable valve timing. The 140-hp GT lacks this, but the GT-S, which has it, puts out 180 hp. The base gearbox is a five-speed manual—the GT-S has a six-speed—and a four-speed automatic is optional. The front buckets are comfortable and supportive, and the fighter-plane dashboard is very cool. A little more elbow room would be nice, though. We like the Celica’s lively responses, aggressive styling, and precise steering.
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