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What is the MSRP for a 1998 Toyota Celica?

The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for a 1998 Toyota Celica was between $18,000 and $23,000, depending on the specific model and trim level. The Celica was a popular sports coupe produced by Toyota from 1970 to 2006.


Detailed Overview of the 1998 Toyota Celica


The 1998 Toyota Celica was available in two main trim levels: the base Celica and the higher-end Celica GT. The base Celica had a starting MSRP of around $18,000, while the Celica GT had a starting MSRP of approximately $20,500. Additional options and packages could increase the final price up to around $23,000 for a fully-loaded Celica GT model.


The 1998 Celica was powered by a 2.2-liter inline four-cylinder engine that produced 135 horsepower. It was available with either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission. The Celica offered sporty handling, a sleek exterior design, and a well-appointed interior for the time.


Factors Influencing the 1998 Celica MSRP



  • Base model vs. higher-end trim level (Celica GT)

  • Engine size and power output

  • Transmission type (manual or automatic)

  • Optional features and packages

  • Overall market demand and competition in the sports coupe segment


The MSRP for the 1998 Toyota Celica was set to be competitive within the sports coupe market at the time, while also reflecting the vehicle's performance, features, and brand reputation. Factors like trim level, engine, and options played a key role in determining the final price.

Are Toyota Celicas expensive to fix?


The average annual repair cost for a Toyota is $441, which means it has above average ownership costs.



What is the best Celica year?


The following have been identified as the most reliable Toyota Celica year models based on consumer reviews and reported issues:

  • 1991 Toyota Celica.
  • 1993 Toyota Celica.
  • 1998 Toyota Celica.
  • 1999 Toyota Celica.
  • 2004 Toyota Celica.
  • 2005 Toyota Celica.



Is the 1998 Toyota Celica reliable?


As a whole, consumers found the vehicle's reliability and quality to be its strongest features and performance to be its weakest. 169 out of 214 of owners (79% of them) rank the 1998 Celica five out of five stars. Overall, consumers seem aligned in their opinions of the 1998 Toyota Celica.



What is the last year Toyota Celica was made?


The 4-wheel independent suspension employed a MacPherson strut system for the front and a double wishbone system for the rear. Production of the Celica was discontinued in April 2006 at the end of the model generation.



How long do Toyota Celica engines last?


That engine in this car is usually good for around 200,000 miles.



Is Toyota coming back with the Celica?


The news came at the 2024 Rally Japan event over the weekend. Best Car initially asked Akio Toyoda whether the Celica would be making a comeback, but the former CEO instead turned the question to Executive Vice President Yuki Nakajima, who reportedly said outright: "We will make the Celica."



How much is a Toyota Celica worth today?


Find a Used Toyota Celica Near You
TrueCar has 12 used Toyota Celica models for sale nationwide, including a Toyota Celica GT Convertible Manual and a Toyota Celica GT Liftback Manual. Prices for a used Toyota Celica currently range from $3,900 to $89,900, with vehicle mileage ranging from 30,982 to 257,282.



How many miles per gallon does a 1998 Toyota Celica get?


Based on data from 12 vehicles, 206 fuel-ups and 59,142 miles of driving, the 1998 Toyota Celica gets a combined Avg MPG of 24.34 with a 0.62 MPG margin of error.



What does Celica stand for?


Toyota names of models explained – Celica meaning
Fitting, then, that the name is Spanish for 'celestial'.



Why was the Celica banned?


During the 1995 World Rally Championship season, Toyota was caught using illegal turbo restrictor bypasses at the Rally Catalunya and were given a one-year ban by the FIA.


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