Toyota Celica 1999 1.8 petrol description
Coupe Toyota Celica 1999 1.8 VVTL-i T Sport has been produced from November, 2000 to October, 2002. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 192 horsepower on 7800 rpm - this is the most powerfull Toyota Celica 1999 - 2002 version and torque 180 Nm (Newton metres) on 6800 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 180 000 and 300 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Toyota Celica 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.4 litres.
Toyota Celica 1999 1.8 VVTL-i T Sport has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Toyota Celica 1999 1.8 VVTL-i T Sport accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 225 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Toyota Celica 1999 1.8 VVTL-i T Sport fuel consumption is 8.4 litres per 100km (11.9 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Toyota Celica 1999 - 2002 versions, city fuel economy - 11.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Toyota is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Toyota Celica fuel consumption.

Toyota Celica 1999 1.8 VVTL-i T Sport technical data
Model: | Toyota Celica 1.8 VVTL-i T Sport | ||
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Body style: | Coupe | ||
Production period: | 2000. November ... 2002. October | ||
Engine: | 1796 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 192 HP ON 7800 RPM | Torque: | 180 NM ON 6800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 225 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.4 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.4 (combined) 11.5 (urban) 6.6 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.6 l/100km (27.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.34m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.32m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 1200 kg |
Toyota Celica 1999 1.8 VVTL-i T Sport engine 2ZZ-GE
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 180,000 to 300,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 1796 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 85 mm |
Compression ratio | 11.5 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Toyota Celica 1999 1.8 VVTL-i T Sport oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.4 litres (4.7 quarts) |
Power | 164 - 190 HP ON 7800 RPM |
Torque | 170 - 180 NM ON 6800 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1999 |
Duration of production | 12 years |
Engine also used on | Toyota Corolla |
Most often compared to
All Toyota Celica coupe [1999 - 2002] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
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Toyota Celica 1999 1.8 VVT-i
Most fuel efficient version |
1.8 Petrol | 143 HP | 7.7 l/100km |
Toyota Celica 2000 1.8 VVTL-i T Sport
Nov 2000 — Oct 2002 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.4 seconds |
1.8 Petrol | 192 HP | 8.4 l/100km |