1994 Toyota Celica Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Toyota launched the sixth generation of the Celica with the 1994 model, which was a different animal from the previous version. The 1994 Celica was sleeker, more aggressive-looking, and more streamlined, with a bullet-like shape and quad headlights. Toyota streamlined the lineup, doing away with the convertible and the All-Track hatchback. Toyota also suspended the GT-S model, but replaced it with an optional sports package on the GT hatchback.
The 1994 Toyota Celica came in two body styles, the coupe and the hatchback, both of which came in the ST and GT trim levels. The ST got a slight engine upgrade, to a 1.8-liter with 110 horses, but the GT engine remained the same at 2.2 liters and 130 horsepower. Fuel economy was about 26-34 mpg.
The new look proved very popular with drivers, who even today say they like it better than anything out there now. Drivers like the way the 1995 Celica handles around corners and at high speeds, but many say they wish it had more power. Another complaint is that the car is too loud.
Published Aug 9, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 1994 Toyota Celica
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by Anthony C
Aug 17, 2013
This car was my baby. It is very good with Gas and the Exhaust sounded amazing. My celica had great Handling and it was my project car too. I did tons of work to it spend about 2,500 dollars on transmission, cold air intake, air fliter, Exhaust system, radiator, Headers, and short ram Intakes.Aug 17, 2013
by Rob C
Jan 14, 2013
Well, lets see. I purchased the car in August of 2012 and have been fixing all
the neglect of the previous owner. I have replaced the turbo since it was
seized and broken and have a few little things left to fix. In terms of cost, it
hasn't been too expensive to be honest, even considering I've had to search
for parts since the car wasn't sold here.
Acceleration wise, it's pretty quick. 255hp and AWD makes it get off the line
quick and since the turbo has a ceramic exhaust wheel, it spools very fast. Not
much lag to speak of. The brakes are huge, they are 315 mm (12.4 in) rotors
with a 4 piston caliper off a Supra Twin Turbo. Comes to a stop very well but
I've also got some high performance tires on it so that helps as well.
It's a 90's Toyota which means it's built like tank. Aside from parts that have
been broken by the previous owner, it's in great shape.
I think it looks great. The huge vent on the hood with the small ducts to cool
various engine parts. Four round headlights I think look very cool along with
big fog lights give it a tough appearance. It has a very curvy body with big
rear fenders and out back has a raised 2 post spoiler. The spoiler is straight
from WRC and I think looks really good as well. Few things that the WRC model
has over the regular GT-Four are the lifted rear spoiler blocks, the small wing
along the back of the hood and the water sprayer inside the bumper to cool off
the radiator for the intercooler. It also has a set of OZ Racing Cronos wheels in
17" diameter which are also in white that look great on it! Much better than the
3 spoke wheels that come standard (I think they're very ugly lol)
Considering I'm just about finished getting it on the road, I don't have good
ideas yet on gas mileage. I've read that if you keep it out of the boost and
drive casually, you can see some pretty decent mileage out of it.
Once I get it on the road and take it to my favourite road, I'll update with how
fun it is to drive.Jan 14, 2013
by David H
Oct 01, 2010
Performance: Feels fast but isn't that quick, brakes Ok, Handles very nicely.
Build Quality: Very Good, even air con and electric folding mirrors worked.
Appearence: Looks the part.
Cost of Ownership: Good on fuel.
Fun Factor: Lots of fun, nice sporty driveOct 01, 2010
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by Anthony C
Aug 17, 2013
This car was my baby. It is very good with Gas and the Exhaust sounded amazing. My celica had great Handling and it was my project car too. I did tons of work to it spend about 2,500 dollars on transmission, cold air intake, air fliter, Exhaust system, radiator, Headers, and short ram Intakes.Aug 17, 2013
by Rob C
Jan 14, 2013
Well, lets see. I purchased the car in August of 2012 and have been fixing all
the neglect of the previous owner. I have replaced the turbo since it was
seized and broken and have a few little things left to fix. In terms of cost, it
hasn't been too expensive to be honest, even considering I've had to search
for parts since the car wasn't sold here.
Acceleration wise, it's pretty quick. 255hp and AWD makes it get off the line
quick and since the turbo has a ceramic exhaust wheel, it spools very fast. Not
much lag to speak of. The brakes are huge, they are 315 mm (12.4 in) rotors
with a 4 piston caliper off a Supra Twin Turbo. Comes to a stop very well but
I've also got some high performance tires on it so that helps as well.
It's a 90's Toyota which means it's built like tank. Aside from parts that have
been broken by the previous owner, it's in great shape.
I think it looks great. The huge vent on the hood with the small ducts to cool
various engine parts. Four round headlights I think look very cool along with
big fog lights give it a tough appearance. It has a very curvy body with big
rear fenders and out back has a raised 2 post spoiler. The spoiler is straight
from WRC and I think looks really good as well. Few things that the WRC model
has over the regular GT-Four are the lifted rear spoiler blocks, the small wing
along the back of the hood and the water sprayer inside the bumper to cool off
the radiator for the intercooler. It also has a set of OZ Racing Cronos wheels in
17" diameter which are also in white that look great on it! Much better than the
3 spoke wheels that come standard (I think they're very ugly lol)
Considering I'm just about finished getting it on the road, I don't have good
ideas yet on gas mileage. I've read that if you keep it out of the boost and
drive casually, you can see some pretty decent mileage out of it.
Once I get it on the road and take it to my favourite road, I'll update with how
fun it is to drive.Jan 14, 2013
by David H
Oct 01, 2010
Performance: Feels fast but isn't that quick, brakes Ok, Handles very nicely.
Build Quality: Very Good, even air con and electric folding mirrors worked.
Appearence: Looks the part.
Cost of Ownership: Good on fuel.
Fun Factor: Lots of fun, nice sporty driveOct 01, 2010
by Simon H
Jul 18, 2010
Performance is extreme much quicker than the new skyline, a 350z or a WRX as
I have raced all of these and beaten them by more than a car length. I can
keep up with an Audi R8 but only just. The build quality is acceptable and has
really improved since I switched over to V&E Rigoli as my mechanic. I like the
exterior and interior but want to get Dark Black carpet and New Front seats as
well as a Body Kit and paint the car in metallic black to finish it off. Car is not too
bad on gas considering how quick it is. Around 380km to a 55-60 dollar tank.
Extremely Fun to drive and embarrasses a lot of drivers when I tell them the
whole build cost 30K (8K for the car and 22K of mods) especially when
compared to the high cost of the skyline and R8. Don't get me wrong R8's are
hot!Jul 18, 2010
by Michael Z
Feb 24, 2010
Great acceleration and driving quality. Looks great
inside and out and has good handling. Easily
customized to make it a one of a kind car that you can
be proud of. Would recommend it to any avoid car guy
with a passion for speedFeb 24, 2010
by Jaron G
Dec 29, 2009
My car is a great car for an everday driver. If I was asked whether or not I would reccomend buying one I would have to say that if you are looking for a great inexpensive long lasting car look no further. Not only is it great on gas mileage but if you want a sporty looking car that has a sporty attitude but you don't want to use all of your money on gas for driving this car is the key. Toyota Celicas have and always will be remembered and known for their handling, which makes them a great base for "legal" road racing. Dec 29, 2009
by Ariel T
Oct 21, 2009
great acceleration, its very fun to drive, have great exterior easy to tunnig, the interior its normal, the cost of maintenace its normal, the turbo its expensive, in the highway the gas mileage its sheap, great car to have. e Oct 21, 2009
by Simon A
Jul 08, 2009
Swift(ish) acceleration, gearbox better suited to motorways as ratios a bit tall but once rolling accelerates well. Great handling. Rock solid build quality. Pretty exterior, typical 90s interior. Cheap(ish) to run. Super reliable. Fun to drive when pushed hard.Jul 08, 2009
by Jean-Gabriel D
Jun 28, 2009
The engine is to small.
It accelerates, brakes and handles very well.
Appearance is very sexy in and out.
It is very very fun to drive, you can hear the sond of the engine loud enoght but it doesnt consume gaz that much, pretty economic.Jun 28, 2009
by Sean M
May 20, 2009
My Celica is a great car! It has an amazing build quality, the only major things I have had to do to it is a new radiator and water pump, that's it. It is definitely not the fastest thing out there, but still very fun to drive!May 20, 2009
by Anonymous
Mar 21, 2009
I bought the car in November of 2007 from my aunt.
Performance-->accelerates pretty well, baking is amazing and so is the handling, will handle better than a Subaru WRX STI if driven right :D.
Build Quality-->The car is build very well and is very solid, mine has 175,000 miles on it and still doesn't burn any oil, The car is my daily driver and I also race it and beat the hell out of it and it continues to run with NO issues.
Appearence-->The car is great looking for the year, very sleek, the interior has a very smooth flow and most everything is easy to find and operate.
Cost of Ownership--> GREAT gas mileage, I have been able to achieve up to 37 mpg or about 500+ miles per tank of gas. Even tho the car is driven hard, it has needed very little, just the regular maintenance that any car with 175,000 miles needs.
Fun Factor-->The car is great fun to drive, as i mentioned above it handles amazingly and will handle better than an STI if driven right, I've done it. The car is MUCH funner to drive if it is a 5 speed, it will accelerate faster. My car will do 0-60 in about 7.5 seconds.
I would recommend the car to anyone because no matter who is driving it or how it's driven the car will last, and will last longer if the proper maintenance is done. I have owned the car for nearly 2 years and don't plan on getting rid of it anytime soon.Mar 21, 2009
by Qamer A
Aug 26, 2008
i own a 1994 toyota celica gt4. all i can say is... what a
car! its a 255bhp turbo charged beast. i love it and
would defo recommend one. only problem is being a
japanese import, parts can be expensive and the
turbo is only good for about 150,000 km. Aug 26, 2008
by Glyn L
Jul 29, 2008
Loved this car, it was everything you could wish for. Looked stunning, went like the clappers and clung to the road like glue Totally under-estimated in my opinion. These are now a cheap motor with bags of character and loads of fun. Seriously the GT4 must be a lightningly fast car if my little 2litre was anything to go by.Jul 29, 2008
by Jason S
Jul 25, 2008
My first GT4! (thats still on my drive...!)
Love the car, very very fast with a very short ratio gearbox and very reactive clutch. Never felt a standing start like what this can do...
Something about it that just makes it stand out from the rest and has a roll cage to boot which is cool...Jul 25, 2008
by Jason S
Jul 25, 2008
This is my current mode of transport... 1994 Toyota Celica GT4.
Currently running at 260-280bhp. Full veilside bodykit, 18" Big Bore Mak wheels, stainless zaust, sports cat. Carbon fibre bonnet (needs re-laquering).
My favourtite car yet... main bad thing being the cost to run it... between £2000 insurance and £350 a month petrol!Jul 25, 2008
by Meg P
Jun 25, 2008
The cars build is just second to none, the interior encases you and makes you feel safe, the exterior is a lion in the grass ready to pounce. the engine is super reliable with a great 174bhp from a 2.0 16v straight 4 engine. Its FWD so handles like its on rails and there is nothing ive ever experienced like it!Jun 25, 2008
by Kevin B
Jan 24, 2008
bought this car down in vancouver, havent had any problems with it yet. its solid and the engine is good. great carJan 24, 2008
by Adam C
Jan 14, 2008
This car handles like you wouldn't believe! Anyone that says GT-Four's understeer is overstating things. The ST205 has fairly neutral handling, pushing to understeer in slippery conditions or when pushed WAY too hard. At lower speeds oversteer can easily be induced.
She gets up and boogies off the line, sits flat through corners, and has amazing brakes.Jan 14, 2008
by John R
Jan 13, 2008
This car is a remarkable car. My 6th gen celica gt has all the good fixin's like moon/sunroof, nice sound system, leather seats, ABS, etc. Also the engine(5s-fe), is not only good on gas but surprisingly fast.Jan 13, 2008
by Matt B
Jan 09, 2008
Full time 4WD with 50/50 power split. Central viscous coupling with TorSen rear differential.
2L 4cyl 3SGTE engine with CT20B turbocharger.
Superstrut suspension with Pedders sports shock absorbers.
17in OZ Superturismo WRC wheels with 215/40/17 Fulda Excellero tyres.
315mm disc brakes all round with 4 pot front and 2 pot floating rear.
EBC Red Stuff pads.
APEXi AVC-R electronic boost controller.
0.9 bar stock boost. Upped to 1.1 bar (16psi).
Full leather interior.Jan 09, 2008
by Anonymous
Jan 07, 2008
I bought this car on a whim because I needed a car immediately. I ended up loving it after a couple days. It was my first car that wasn't a total embarrassment and it was somewhat powerful and came with an audio system. After a few months it was wrecked (not my fault).Jan 07, 2008
by Anonymous
Dec 12, 2007
purchased fully stock, great handling in the turns and not bad aesthetically. the only problem I have had so far was because of the previous owner not the car. The car was let sit for 5 months prior to my purchase and the left front break rotor was sticking, which is a common problem for cars that have been sitting. other than that its been an ideal car, however performance parts are hard to find.Dec 12, 2007
by Anonymous
Aug 17, 2007
good car. some problems probably due to prev accident, not manufacturerAug 17, 2007
1994 Toyota Celica Pricing
Original MSRP
$16,553 to $19,283Price range
N/AAverage price on CG
N/AYoY price change
N/ATrims & specs
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Suspension
Front Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Spring Type: coil springs
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
