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1993 Toyota Previa Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The 1993 Toyota Previa saw no significant changes for the model year.
The 1993 Toyota Previa sat seven people and came in two trims, the base DLX and the well-equipped LE. Both trims came with rear-wheel drive or AllTrac, Toyota’s four-wheel drive system. The only available engine was a 2.8-liter, 138 horsepower four-cylinder. Fuel economy was about 19/22 mpg.
Owners of the 1993 Toyota Previa love its roundness, although it was criticized for being a little too out-there when it was introduced. Previa drivers also love its easy handling, ample storage and legroom, and reliability. Many wished for more power, and those who still drive it today lament the fact that it does not come with many modern features, such as two sliding doors and a DVD system.
Published Aug 9, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 1993 Toyota Previa
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by Jonathan S
Aug 23, 2009
When I was a kid a friends family had one of these, and it made an impression, I guess. Only when I started working at a tire shop did I find out that Previas are RWD with a mid-engine setup. It's like the Ferrari of minivans! Not so much performance-wise. I was thinking more of the horribly over-engineered solutions required to put this thing on the road. Keeps things interesting when you're trying to do repairs, to say the least. Anywho, I happen to like all things weird, so this van fits me perfectly. Or rather, it will. I've upgraded the cooling system, the wheels and tires, the brake rotors and drums (slotted & dimple-drilled), and the brake pads. Still need a stereo, a new A/C, a paint job, new carpet, new headliner, recovered seats....Aug 23, 2009
by Carmen G
Jul 04, 2009
This van has 400,000 km and still running like a beauty.
It has been on many road trips. Florida last month, Los Angeles and Las Vegas in December, and Illinois in October. Toyota is amazing, highly recommended.
We love our egg van!Jul 04, 2009
by Allen A
Jul 16, 2008
This car is literally a tank like everyone says. It can drift, but it is extremely slow. However, like everyone says, it is a tank. It runs forever, and other cars bounce off this van like none other. It eats up gas if you are into flooring it, but on a rainy day, you just punch the gas and gently pull the e-brake (which conveniently is on your left side) and you are in heavenJul 16, 2008
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by Jonathan S
Aug 23, 2009
When I was a kid a friends family had one of these, and it made an impression, I guess. Only when I started working at a tire shop did I find out that Previas are RWD with a mid-engine setup. It's like the Ferrari of minivans! Not so much performance-wise. I was thinking more of the horribly over-engineered solutions required to put this thing on the road. Keeps things interesting when you're trying to do repairs, to say the least. Anywho, I happen to like all things weird, so this van fits me perfectly. Or rather, it will. I've upgraded the cooling system, the wheels and tires, the brake rotors and drums (slotted & dimple-drilled), and the brake pads. Still need a stereo, a new A/C, a paint job, new carpet, new headliner, recovered seats....Aug 23, 2009
by Carmen G
Jul 04, 2009
This van has 400,000 km and still running like a beauty.
It has been on many road trips. Florida last month, Los Angeles and Las Vegas in December, and Illinois in October. Toyota is amazing, highly recommended.
We love our egg van!Jul 04, 2009
by Allen A
Jul 16, 2008
This car is literally a tank like everyone says. It can drift, but it is extremely slow. However, like everyone says, it is a tank. It runs forever, and other cars bounce off this van like none other. It eats up gas if you are into flooring it, but on a rainy day, you just punch the gas and gently pull the e-brake (which conveniently is on your left side) and you are in heavenJul 16, 2008
by Anonymous
Mar 28, 2008
IF SOMONE TOLD ME ID BE DRIVING AMINIVAN A YEAR AGO I WOULD HAVE LAUGHED AND THEN COMES ALONG THE PREVIA I DROVE IT A MILE, WENTOVER UNDER IT, GAVE THE GUY THE CASH AT FIRST I DIDNT REALIZE HOW USFUL IT WAS TIL ISTARTED GETTING THE, CAN U MOVE MY BIG SCREAN CALLS GREAT TRUCK,DISGUISED AS A VAN.Mar 28, 2008
by Anonymous
Mar 22, 2008
The Previa is a unique minivan. it is mid-engine, RWD, which makes it perfect for drifitng. Because of it's high center of gravity, it isn't always easy, but it can do it. It also can haul hella, and takes more abuse than some things I won't say. It took running into a wall on skyline to stop my friends Previa, and even then, it could still drive (a little).Mar 22, 2008
by Marlon C
Jan 04, 2008
It's a tank, 333,042 miles!Jan 04, 2008
by Austin F
Dec 20, 2007
its a tank.Dec 20, 2007
by Anonymous
Dec 04, 2007
It was a white van. People can ride in it while somebody drives it to
places.Dec 04, 2007
by Anonymous
Aug 29, 2007
I got it 3 years ago and it has been running super even nknow.Aug 29, 2007
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1993 Toyota Previa Pricing
Original MSRP
$19,223 to $26,923Price range
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Airbags
Driver side front airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Roof
OEM roof height: undefined
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Driver side front airbags
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
OEM roof height: undefined
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Driver side front airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: captains chairs
Roof
Moonroof: dual power · OEM roof height: undefined
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Airbags
Driver side front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: captains chairs
Roof
OEM roof height: undefined
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent