Toyota Corolla AE86
Toyota Corolla AE86 — 1984–1987, 2-door coupé; 2-door convertible (dealer optional); 3-door liftback, 1.6 L ''4A/4A-C'' I4 SOHC; 1.6 L ''4A-GE/GEC/GEU'' I4 DOHC. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.
About the Toyota Corolla AE86
Toyota Corolla AE86 is a 2-door coupé; 2-door convertible (dealer optional); 3-door liftback in the sport compact (c); sports car (s) class, with source data covering 1984–1987. The available vehicle data lists 1.6 L ''4A/4A-C'' I4 SOHC; 1.6 L ''4A-GE/GEC/GEU'' I4 DOHC as an engine configuration, paired with ''T50'' 5-speed manual; ''A42DL'' 4-speed automatic; ''A44DE'' 4-speed automatic and a Front-engine, rear-wheel drive layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.
This Toyota Corolla AE86 guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 1.6 L ''4A/4A-C'' I4 SOHC; 1.6 L ''4A-GE/GEC/GEU'' I4 DOHC and ''T50'' 5-speed manual; ''A42DL'' 4-speed automatic; ''A44DE'' 4-speed automatic transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.
Toyota Corolla AE86 specifications at a glance
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| Make | Toyota |
|---|---|
| Model | Corolla AE86 |
| Model years | 1984–1987 |
| Body style | 2-door coupé; 2-door convertible (dealer optional); 3-door liftback |
| Vehicle class | Sport compact (C); Sports car (S) |
| Manufacturer | Toyota |
| Production | May 1983– July 1987 |
| Market / country | FI, NL |
Engine, transmission and performance
Engine information for the Toyota Corolla AE86 includes 1.6 L ''4A/4A-C'' I4 SOHC; 1.6 L ''4A-GE/GEC/GEU'' I4 DOHC.. Transmission information includes ''T50'' 5-speed manual; ''A42DL'' 4-speed automatic; ''A44DE'' 4-speed automatic.. The listed drivetrain/layout is Front-engine, rear-wheel drive.
| Engine | 1.6 L ''4A/4A-C'' I4 SOHC; 1.6 L ''4A-GE/GEC/GEU'' I4 DOHC |
|---|---|
| Transmission | ''T50'' 5-speed manual; ''A42DL'' 4-speed automatic; ''A44DE'' 4-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain / layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel drive |
Dimensions, weight and practicality
Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.
| Wheelbase | 2400 mm (94.5 in) |
|---|---|
| Length | Corolla Levin:; 4185 mm (165 in) (1983–1985); 4200 mm (165 in) (1985–1987); Sprinter Trueno:; 4205 mm (166 in) (1983–1985); 4215 mm (166 in) (1985–1987); North America/Middle East:; 4285 mm (169 in) |
| Width | 1625 mm (64.0 in) |
| Height | 1335 mm (52.6 in) |
| Kerb / curb weight | 900 – |
Toyota Corolla AE86 other specifications
| Name | Toyota Corolla Levin; Sprinter Trueno (AE86) |
|---|---|
| Image | 1983 Toyota Corolla Levin.jpg |
| Caption | 1983 Toyota Corolla Levin GT APEX coupé |
| Model Code | AE86 |
| Factory | Toyota City, Japan (Takaoka plant) Plant code A54/52 (0-serial number); Susono, Shizuoka, Japan (Higashi-Fuji plant) Plant code M21/M22 (5-serial number) –> |
Toyota Corolla AE86 generations and model years
Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.
| Generation / scope | Years | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Corolla Levin; Sprinter Trueno (AE86) | 1984–1987 | 1.6 L ''4A/4A-C'' I4 SOHC; 1.6 L ''4A-GE/GEC/GEU'' I4 DOHC | ''T50'' 5-speed manual; ''A42DL'' 4-speed automatic; ''A44DE'' 4-speed automatic | Front-engine, rear-wheel drive |
Recommended tire pressure for Toyota Corolla AE86
Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.
| Load condition | Front | Rear | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 34 PSI | 32 PSI | Estimate |
| Fully loaded | 36 PSI | 35 PSI | Estimate |
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