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1987 Toyota Celica

US · Minicompact Cars

The 1987 Toyota Celica is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder (3S-GE) (FFS), 2.0L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.0L 4-cylinder (3S-GE) (FFS), 2.0L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Combined Economy
22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder (3S-GE) (FFS), 2.0L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Displacement2.0 L
Cylinders4
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears4 to 5
DrivetrainFWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)
City20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km)
Highway26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 31 mpg (7.6 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

6 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.

  • 10E002000: SUSPENSION

    RIDE CONTROL IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT STRUT MOUNTS BRANDED AS GABRIEL RIDE CONTROL OR ARVINMERITOR, P/NOS. 142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FRONT STRUT MOUNTS DID NOT CONTAIN A WELD JOINT BETWEEN THE BEARING HOUSING AND THE RATE PLATE.

    Remedy: RIDE CONTROL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT RIDE CONTROL AT 1-248-458-1396.

    Reported February 11, 2010. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 23, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 23, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 23, 2026

Data verified: October 23, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

  • Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder ((16-VALVE) (FFS)), 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)) · Varies by configuration: FWD, RWD
    24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)

  • Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder ((3S-FE) (FFS)), 2.0L 4-cylinder ((3S-GE) (FFS)), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((3S-GTE) (FFS,TRBO)) · Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
    25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1987 Toyota Celica have?

Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder ((3S-GE) (FFS)), 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1987 Toyota Celica?

Combined fuel economy is 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1987 Toyota Celica front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 1987 Toyota Celica?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.