1997 TOYOTA TERCEL EL53L — window sticker

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VEHICLE INFORMATIONvincheck.me
1997 TOYOTA TERCEL EL53L
Sedan/Saloon · 2-door · Gasoline
VIN JT2AC52L5V0279428
FINAL ASSEMBLY POINT: TOYOTA CITY, AICHI, JAPAN

Powertrain & mechanical

  • EngineIn-Line 4-cyl, 1.5 L
  • Engine model5E-FE
  • Horsepower93 hp
  • Valve trainDual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
  • Drive type4x2
  • GVWRClass 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
  • PlantToyota Motor Corporation - Takaoka Plant

Standard safety equipment

  • Front airbags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
  • Seat beltsManual

Body & dimensions

  • Body styleSedan/Saloon
  • Doors2
  • Engine builderToyota

Safety recalls (2)

  • Exterior lighting:headlights
  • Exterior lighting

Check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

EPA Fuel Economy and Environment
27combined
MPG
25 city
31 highway
Annual fuel cost
$2,300
You spend $500 more in fuel over 5 years vs the average new vehicle
CO2 329 g/mi

matched to EPA record: Tercel — Auto 3-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Front-Wheel Drive. Cost assumes 15,000 mi/yr at current EPA fuel prices (regular $4.15/gal). Actual results will vary. Source: fueleconomy.gov

Different powertrain? Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L · Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L ·

GOVERNMENT 5-STAR SAFETY RATINGS
  • Overall vehicle scoreNot Rated
  • Frontal crash — driver★★★☆☆
  • Frontal crash — passenger★★★★☆
  • Side crashNot Rated
  • RolloverNot Rated
Star ratings range from 1 to 5 stars (★★★★★) with 5 being the highest. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nhtsa.gov
Vehicle data: NHTSA vPIC · EPA fueleconomy.gov · NHTSA safety ratings & recalls · Jul 4, 2026 · vincheck.me

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