| Toyota Sprinter | |
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 Toyota Sprinter 1.6 GT sedan (AE101) | |
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| Manufacturer | Toyota |
| Production | April 1968 – July 2002[1][2] |
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TheToyota Sprinter (Japanese: トヨタ・スプリンター,Toyota Supurintā) is acompact car manufactured byToyota as a variant of theCorolla. Exclusively sold in theJapanese domestic market, the Sprinter was aimed to be sportier than its Corolla sibling and also using different sheet metal mostly on theC-pillar. The Sprinter was exclusive toToyota Auto Store, while the Corolla is similarly unique toToyota Corolla Store. In 1998Toyota Auto Store andToyota Vista Store were both replaced byNetz Store.
The Sprinter is notable for being used as the base vehicle for two joint projects betweenToyota andGeneral Motors in the United States, known under GM as theS-car. From 1984 to 1997, variants of the Sprinter were manufactured byNUMMI inFremont, California, known as theChevrolet Nova (1984–1988) andGeo Prizm (1988–1997).
Each generation of the Corolla had a corresponding Sprinter sibling, until the introduction of theE120-series Corolla in 2000. The Sprinter was indirectly replaced by a rebadged Corolla hatchback calledAllex, which also sold at theNetz Store dealer network, and commercial Sprinter wagons were replaced byProbox.
| First generation | |
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 Facelift Toyota Corolla Sprinter 1100 Deluxe (KE15, Japan) | |
| Overview | |
| Model code | E10 |
| Also called | Toyota Corolla Sprinter |
| Production | 1968–1970 |
| Assembly | Japan:Takaoka Plant,Toyota City |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 2-doorfastbackcoupé |
| Layout | Front engine, rear-wheel drive |
| Related | Toyota Corolla (E10) |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,285 mm (90.0 in) |
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| Width | 1,485 mm (58.5 in) |
| Height | 1,345 mm (53.0 in) |
| Curb weight | 705–735 kg (1,554.3–1,620.4 lb) |
The first generation Sprinter was introduced in April 1968, thirteen months after the introduction of the regular first generationCorolla (E10). The car was marketed as a fastback coupé version of the Corolla and sold at Japanese dealership sales channel calledToyota Auto Store.[3][4] and Corolla was sold at a different dealership in Japan calledToyota Corolla Store. This was the only version to include the word "Corolla" in its name.
In Japan, the coupé was offered in three trim levels; Standard, Deluxe and SL. The Standard and Deluxe trims differed in equipment options such as radio, boot mat and metallic body paint. The SL trim, based on the Deluxe trim, added front disc brake, tachometer, console box, bullet-shaped wing mirrors and SL badge on the front grille.
Like the rest of the E10 Corolla range, the coupé was originally powered by a 1077 ccK engine, producing 60 PS (44 kW; 59 hp). The sporty SL trim was equiped with more powerful high compression dual carburetorsK-B engine, producing 73 PS (54 kW; 72 hp). TheK engine was paired with either 4-speed manual (column or floor shift) or a 2-speed "Toyoglide"automatic transmission, while theK-B engine in the SL trim was only available with floor shift manual transmission.
In February 1969, a minor facelift was introduced with larger amber front turn signals, a standard front 3-point seatbelt, headrest, interior improvement and a new SL emblem design. Another improvement occurred in September 1969 with a bigger 1166 cc3K engine with output 68 PS (50 kW; 67 hp), while the SL trim was also upgraded with3K-B high compression dual carburetors engine, generating 78 PS (57 kW; 77 hp). The "Corolla" name was also dropped from the brochure, but the emblems on the grille and front wings were retained. This new model with 1.2 L engine now bearing KE17 code.[5]
The Corolla Sprinter was also sold in Europe and North America as a part of Corolla's range.[6][7][8]
| Second generation | |
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_(cropped).jpg) Toyota Sprinter 1200 Deluxe sedan (KE20, second facelift) | |
| Overview | |
| Model code | E20 |
| Also called | Daihatsu Charmant (A10/20/40) |
| Production | 1970–1974 |
| Assembly | Japan:Takaoka Plant,Toyota City |
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| Layout | Front engine, rear-wheel drive |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,335 mm (91.9 in) |
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| Width | 1,505 mm (59.3 in) |
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| Curb weight | 755–875 kg (1,664.5–1,929.0 lb) |
In May 1970, the Sprinter was released as the sister car of the second generationCorolla coupé, as the coupé was no longer exclusive to Sprinter. Toyota had promised itsToyota Corolla Store dealers in Japan that they would receive exclusive rights to sell the Corolla. In order to sell through theToyota Auto Store dealer network, the Sprinter was no longer bearing Corolla nameplate, even though the differences were mostly cosmetic. The wagon/van version of Corolla (KE26/TE28V) was not available for the Sprinter[6]
The3K/3K-B engines were inherited from the previous generation, with additional high compression single carburettor3K-D and low compression dual carburetors3K-BR engines. A 1407 ccT engine was added to the line up in September 1970, followed by more powerfulT-B/BR/D engines for sporty SL/SR models which could be paired with new 5-speed manual transmission option in April 1971. The 4-door sedan version of Sprinter debuted in August 1971 (which later became the basis ofDaihatsu Charmant), together with the facelifted coupé.[9] range received the 1588 cc,DOHC2T-G engine in March 1972; this model was known as theSprinter Trueno, the twin of the Corolla Levin. Another facelift occurred in August 1972, the 5-speed manual became available for the sporty SL/SR grades with 1.2 L3K-B/BR engines and additional bumper extensions for the 1.4 L coupés.[10] The coupé The OHV dual carburetors version of2T-G engine called2T-B/BR was launched in April 1973 specially for SL, SR and cheaper model of Sprinter Trueno called the "Sprinter Trueno J".[9]
| Third generation | |
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 Toyota Sprinter 1300 DX sedan (KE65, second facelift) | |
| Overview | |
| Model code | E40/60 |
| Production | 1974–1979 |
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| Layout | Front engine, rear-wheel drive |
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| Wheelbase | 2,370 mm (93.3 in) |
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| Curb weight | 895–985 kg (1,973.1–2,171.6 lb) |
April 1974 brought the third generation Sprinter based on the third generationE30 Corolla 2-door coupé and 4-door sedan. Once again, the differences between the Corolla and Sprinter were mostly cosmetic. The sedans received a more formal upright grille, while the coupé received a sleeker, aerodynamic looking frontal treatment.[11]
The Corollas were given E30–38 codes while the Sprinters were given corresponding E41–47 codes, making it the only generation that did not bear same chassis codes as Corolla. A three-doorshooting brake style liftback with the coupé's front end was added to the line up in January 1976.[12]
In 1976 in Japan, due to tightening emission standards, all engines with dual carburettors were deleted from the line up and replaced emission compliant engines. Engines with "U" suffix used theTTC-Ccatalytic converter system. Some engines, such as the 1.6 L12T engine used theTTC-L (lean burn) technology. These Japanese market vehicles became the E60 series (E50 for Corolla).
In January 1977, a minor facelift was introduced along with an additional hardtop coupé variant and the return of Trueno with the new fuel injected 1.6 L2T-GEU, which was also added to the liftback GT.[13] Another round of emission tweaks happened again in mid 1977, with the introduction of the 1.3 L4K-U engine as the new standard for the base models, replacing the smaller 1.2 L3K-U engine. The short-lived12T engine was also refined to become the12T-U using the TTC-C catalytic converter system.[14] The Sprinter underwent its second facelift in April 1978, which can be identified by its thick shock-absorbing bumpers.[15]
| Fourth generation | |
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_(cropped).jpg) Sprinter 1300 DX sedan (KE70, pre-facelift) | |
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| Model code | E70 |
| Production | 1979–1983 |
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| Layout | Front engine, rear-wheel drive |
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| Wheelbase | 2,400 mm (94.5 in) |
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| Width | 1,625 mm (64.0 in) |
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| Curb weight | 805–975 kg (1,774.7–2,149.5 lb) |
The 1979 fourth generation Sprinter was based on the fourth generationCorolla coupé, 2-door hardtop, 4-door sedan, and 3-door liftback, without the 2-door sedan and wagon/van variants again. As before, the differences were cosmetic — the Corollas had a simpler treatment of the grille, head lights and tail lights while the Sprinter used a slightly more complex, sculpted treatment. The 1.4T engine was replaced by a bigger 1.5 L3A-U, and a 1.6 L fuel injected2T-GEU engine became available for every body styles as GT variants (except the coupé, badged as "Trueno"). In August 1979, a 1.8 L13T-U petrol engine was introduced.[16]
The Sprinter received a facelift with a wedge-shaped nose in August 1981. The front end of this facelift model was later reused for the facelift model of Australian (1983–1985) and European (1983–1987 wagon) markets E70 Corolla. The obsolete 2-speed automatic transmission for 1.3 L4K-U engine was replaced by a 3-speed unit and also the 1.8 L13T-U engine was discontinued due to poor sales.[16] In February 1982, the 1.8 L engine was reintroduced for sedan only, but as diesel engine called1C, which was the first diesel engine for the Sprinter/Corolla range and could be paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission option.[16][17]
| Fifth generation | |
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_(cropped).jpg) Sprinter 1.5 SE sedan (AE81, pre-facelift) | |
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| Model code | E80 |
| Also called | Chevrolet Nova |
| Production | 1983–1987 |
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| Layout | Front engine, front-wheel drive |
| Related | Toyota Corolla (E80) |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,430 mm (95.7 in) |
| Length | 4,155 mm (163.6 in) |
| Width | 1,635 mm (64.4 in) |
| Height | 1,380 mm (54.3 in) |
| Curb weight | 820–960 kg (1,807.8–2,116.4 lb) |
The fifth generation Sprinter was based on the 1983 fifth generationE80 Corolla range. Like the Corolla, the model line was split intoFWD andRWD models.
Unlike the 5-door liftback which had minimum exterior differences, the E80 Sprinter sedan was designed with different sheet metal on the rear part. It got two additional windows on the C-pillars and different tail lamps which was placed a little higher due the higher boot position. The 3/5-door "FX" hatchbacks were not available for Sprinter. From this generation forward, the 2-door coupé and 3-door liftback body styles were now exclusive to theSprinter Trueno/Corolla Levin range.
In October 1984, a high performance GT model was added to the line up and only available as sedan.[18] It was powered by a 1.6 L DOHC 16-valve4A-GELU engine, the same engine that was similar to the 1.6 L4A-GEU engine that powered the popular AE86 Sprinter Trueno/Corolla Levin. Minor facelifts occurred with new exterior styling in May 1985. The 1.3 L2A-LU and 1.6 L4A-ELU engines were also discontinued, with the former being replaced by the 12-valve 1.3 L2E-LU engine.[19]
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The four-door sedan and the five-door liftback were also manufactured inFremont, California and sold for the North American market under the resurrected name ofChevrolet Nova, the first of several Toyotas built byGeneral Motors known as theirS-platform under license atNUMMI.
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| Sixth generation | |
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 Toyota Sprinter 1.3 LX sedan (EE90, pre-facelift) | |
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| Model code | E90 |
| Also called | Geo Prizm (E90) |
| Production | 1987–1991 |
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| Wheelbase | 2,430 mm (95.7 in) |
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| Width | 1,655 mm (65.2 in) |
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| Curb weight | 880–1,130 kg (1,940.1–2,491.2 lb) |
The sixth generation Sprinter was shared with the sixth generationE90 Corolla range, introduced in May 1987. The E90 series was the first generation with Full-time 4WD option. The Sprinter was offered as a 6-window sedan as before, 5-door liftback calledSprinter Cielo (Cielo means celestial or heavenly in Spanish; it was exported as the Corolla liftback)[20] and a rebadged Corolla commercial van. The van was the first in the Sprinter history, although the Corolla also gained a passenger oriented wagon version as well. The Sprinter got more upmarket four-wheel drive wagon version calledSprinter Carib and exported as Corolla 4WD wagon.
The E90 sedan and "Cielo" liftback were introduced first in May 1987, with three petrol engine options; carburetted 1.3 L2E, 1.5 L5A-F and high performance fuel injected 1.6 L "red & black top"4A-GE.[21] A full-time AWD version of the sedan, powered by a 1.6 L4A-F engine (AE95) was introduced later in October.[21] Another Sprinter range was added to the line up in August 1988, with the additional commercial van model. This model had exclusive 1.5 L3E petrol engine and 1.8 L1C-II diesel engine as option.[22]
The facelift arrived for Sprinter sedan and liftback in May 1989. The sedan also received 1.5 L fuel injected5A-FE petrol engine from Cielo,4A-FE fromSprinter Carib for AWD models and also a revised 1.8 L1C-III diesel engines shared with the commercial van.[21][23] The 1.6 L4A-GE engine was also replaced by the "red top" version, boosting the power from 120 to 140 PS (88 to 103 kW; 118 to 138 bhp). Another engine options for sedan were introduced in August 1989, a new5A-FHE engine for top FWD models and a 2.0 L2C-III diesel engine for AWD models (CE95).[21][23]
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Like the olderE80 series-basedChevrolet Nova, the E90 series was also used as the basis of North American market Sprinter-based sedan and liftback with slightly different front end called theGeo Prizm.
| Seventh generation | |
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 Pre-facelift Toyota Sprinter 1.6 SE-G sedan (AE101, Japan) | |
| Overview | |
| Model code | E100 |
| Also called | Geo Prizm (E100) |
| Production | 1991–1995 (until 2002 for commercial wagons)[2] |
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| Wheelbase | 2,465 mm (97.0 in) |
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| Width | 1,685 mm (66.3 in) |
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| Curb weight | 940–1,190 kg (2,072.3–2,623.5 lb) |
The seventh generation Sprinter was introduced in June 1991. Unlike the prior generation, the body shell was developed to employ pressed doors style than the regular doors on Corolla and also the deletion of the extra windows on the C-pillar.[24] A 5-door liftback was also developed as the new Sprinter Cielo, but it was never available in Japan due the low sales of the previous generation. The liftback was later exported to Europe and Australia as Corolla liftback.[20] The rebadged Corolla commercial van and business wagon were also available in September 1991,[2] sold together with the older Sprinter Carib as Toyota developed another upmarket passenger wagon based on E100 platform called Corolla Touring Wagon.
Most of the engines were inherited from the E90 Sprinter, with additional new DOHC 16-valve 1.3 L4E-FE and 1.5 L5E-FE engines for certain models. The high performance GT trim received new 20-valve4A-GE "silver top" engine, generating 160 PS (118 kW; 158 hp) at 7,400rpm. The 20-valve engine was ahead of its time when it was offered during this generation, coming with features likeVVT, individual throttle bodies (ITB's), a compression ratio of 10.8:1 and a five-valve-per-cylinder head design. This helped the cars equipped with it to accelerate from 0–100 km/h in approximately 6 seconds and reach a top speed of over 200 km/h. A five-valve-per-cylinder engine was unusual for the time, howeverMitsubishi was the first to offer a five-valve-per-cylinder engine in theMinica Dangan ZZ-4kei car in 1989.[25]
The sedan gained its first improvement in September 1991 with additional side door beams, rear three-point seat belts and seat belt warnings which became standard for all trims. The full-time four-wheel drive system option was also added for models with 1.6 L4A-FE petrol and 2.0 L2C-III diesel engines. The facelift occurred for the sedan in May 1993 with the redesign of the front grille, bumper, and rear combination lamps and stayed without further improvement until its discontinuation in May 1995.[23]
The van and business wagon were remained on sale as a compact segment commercial wagon, together with the upmarket passenger oriented E100 Corolla Touring Wagon and the newly introducedE110 Sprinter Carib. Both of commercial wagons received improvement with new DOHC 16-valve 1.3 L4E-FE and 1.5 L5E-FE engines, replacing the old SOHC units with the same displacement in April 1994.[26] The driver's airbag became standard for every trim and four-wheel drive model with 1.6 L4A-FE engine was added to commercial van in May 1996.[27][28] The 2.0 L diesel engine was replaced by a bigger 2.2 L3C-E unit in April 1998.[27] This new engine could be optioned with four-wheel drive system for the commercial van. The business wagon also received new standard safety pack such as front passenger airbag, ABS and seatbelts with pretensioner and force limiter. The 1998 safety pack update became standard for commercial van in August 2000 and the 4-speed manual transmission was upgraded to 5-speed unit. The wagons were discontinued in 2002 and succeeded byProbox.[29] Toyota also introduced a 4-door hardtop sedan (with frameless door windows) based on E100 Sprinter/Corolla called theSprinter Marino/Corolla Ceres.
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This platform was also produced in the US as the last Sprinter-basedGeo Prizm and only available as a sedan, as the liftback body style was discontinued in the North American market.
| Eighth generation | |
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 Pre-facelift Toyota Sprinter 1.6 S-Cruise (AE111, Japan) | |
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| Model code | E110 |
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| Body style | 4-doorsedan |
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| Wheelbase | 2,465 mm (97.0 in) |
| Length | 4,310 mm (169.7 in) |
| Width | 1,690 mm (66.5 in) |
| Height | 1,385–1,400 mm (54.5–55.1 in) |
| Curb weight | 920–1,250 kg (2,028.3–2,755.8 lb) |
The eighth and last generation Sprinter was introduced in May 1995 with particular consideration for the environment, increasing safety standard and total production cost due theLost Decades recession that was happening in Japan at the time. Because of this, the E110 Sprinter kept many of the E100's components as well as its platform, hardly changed its body dimensions and yet managed to reduce the weight for the early models. The rear quarter window on the C-pillars was also revived, ostensibly to impart the Sprinter with a "sporty and youthful image".[30]
The E110 Sprinter became the basis of third generationSprinter Carib, which was also exported to Europe with different face as Corolla wagon. The E100 Sprinter wagons continued for sale as commercial vehicles.
In May 1996, the dual airbags and ABS safety package became standard for ever trim level. Eleven months later, the sedan received its facelift and adopting the GOA (Global Outstanding Assessment) body structure technology. The GT trim was also revived with 5 PS (4 kW; 5 hp) extra power than the older AE101 GT and paired with 6-speed manual transmission. The last major update of Sprinter was announced in April 1998, the 2.02C-III diesel engine was replaced by a bigger 2.2 L3C-E unit and also new 5-speed manual option for 1.34E-FE engine.[23]
The Sprinter sedan sales was axed in December 2000 in favor of a twin of the E120 Corolla RunX hatchback called theAllex. The older E100 Sprinter commercial wagons continued on until July 2002.[2]
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The Sprinter name was used as a sportier specification of the Corolla sedan in South Africa from E30 until E80 generation.[31][32][33] The nameplate was later reused in 2006 (E110), 2010 (E140) and 2014 (E180).[34][35][36]
In select European market, the 1970–1972 KE25 coupé was marketed as the Corolla Sprinter.[37] The 1970–1971 model had Sprinter "S" emblems on the front wings and boot,[38][39] but it was later changed to "SPRINTER" emblem possibly due the similarity to theSig-Rune symbol.
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Australian marketAE86 liftback was sold as Sprinter, while the rest of the world received the same car as Corolla GT, GT-S or SR-5. This Sprinter was a hybrid of European market Corolla GT face and Japanese market Sprinter Trueno rear.[40]
European market E100 Corolla liftback was sold inAustralia as Corolla Sprinter from 1994 to 1996, the liftback is based on the sedan body shell.
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