Used 1997 Toyota Tercel
1997 Toyota Tercel Overview
1997 Toyota Tercel Pricing
1997 Toyota Tercel pricing starts at $1,682 for the Tercel CE Sedan 2D, which had a starting MSRP of $12,508 when new. The range-topping 1997 Tercel CE Sedan 4D starts at $1,898 today, originally priced from $13,968.
Original MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
$12,508 | $1,682 | |||
$13,968 | $1,898 |
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1997 Toyota Tercel models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.
Tercel Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Toyota Tercel (1995-1998) a 4.6 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 95% recommend it. These figures are based on 146 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 1997 Toyota Tercel
"loved my turtle!"
"Best car I ever owned. I bought it with a blown up motor, my brother re-built it and she never left me stranded on the side of the road. I commuted in this car, BEST gas mileage ever! I would still be driving her if a lady didn't rear end me and total it yesterday! RIP TERCEL"
"Long term reliability"
"I started driving this car at 125K miles, now at 234K. The car still drives like a dream. I drive a fair amount of gravel and rough pavement every day and the car still holds alignment for many years at a time. I changed out shocks at ~180K and both front half-shafts at ~170K and ~195K and had the timing belt changed at 215K. No other large maintenance really performed. This is unbelievable to me. The car loses a little oil now (pan gasket) but still averages 39-40mpg day in-day out. Problems are non-existent. I am a big guy and the seats are holding up almost like new. They are very comfortable for 1-2 hour drives, but start to lose a bit on longer trips. All in all a wonderful car and I would buy another in a heartbeat."
"Just keeps going."
"I bought this 95 Tercell 4 years ago and it had 140,000 miles on it. I just drive it around town. I now have 180,000 miles on it, I change the oil once a year, put a battery in it, and it just keeps running and running and running. IM AMAZED!!"
Overall 1997 Toyota Tercel Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1997 Toyota Tercel is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1997 Toyota Tercel quality a 4.6 out of 5.
1997 Toyota Tercel Reliability
The 1997 Toyota Tercel receives an average consumer rating of 4.6 overall and a 4.7 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 1997 Tercel Features
According to drivers of the 1997 Tercel, here are some of its best features:
- Great gas mileage, compact car, easy to park
- Reliable, great gas mileage, great to drive, lasts
- Reliability
- Lasts forever, unless you ruin it by having an accident, no problem with AC, it worked great!
- Runs FOREVER, Great MPG, Great shifting
1997 Toyota Tercel MPG by Trim
1997 Tercel CE Sedan 2D - city 28 MPG - hwy 35 MPG
1997 Tercel CE Sedan 4D - city 28 MPG - hwy 35 MPG
1997 Tercel Safety
NHTSA Safety Rating
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 1997 Toyota Tercel front-side driver crash test rating is 4 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 4 out of 5.
1997 Toyota Tercel Safety Features
- Child Door Locks: Not available
- Child Seat Anchors: Not available
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Rear Side Airbag
- Front Side Airbag
1997 Toyota Tercel
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1997 Toyota Tercel Depreciation
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1997 Toyota Tercel Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2022 | + $45 | $1,279 | $742 | ||
2023 | $8 | $1,271 | $725 | ||
2024 | $25 | $1,246 | $669 | ||
Now | $24 | $1,222 | $643 |
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2-Year Forecasted Depreciation
*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
1997 Toyota Tercel Depreciation
Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 2080 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 81.0 cu.ft. | ||
EPA Total Interior | 90.3 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 38.6 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.2 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 4 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 5.9 inches | ||
Overall Length | 161.8 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 51.3 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 9.3 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 31.5 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 93.7 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 64.8 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 2 doors | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 28 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 35 mpg | ||
Combined | 31 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Manual | ||
5 speed | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 93 @ 5400 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 100 @ 4400 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, 1.5 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / Unlimited miles |
Entertainment
- DVD Entertainment System
- MP3 Player
- CD Player
Interior
- Power Windows
- Tilt Steering Wheel
Seating
- Leather Seats
- Dual Power Front Seats
- Power Driver's Seat
Technology
- Cruise Control
- Navigation System
1997 Toyota Tercel Safety
1997 Toyota Tercel Safety Technology
- Child Door Locks: Not available
- Child Seat Anchors: Not available
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Rear Side Airbag
- Front Side Airbag
Crash Test Rating
Compare to Similar Vehicles
Used 1997 Toyota Tercel | Used 2002 Saturn S-Series | Used 2000 Saturn L-Series | Used 1999 Volkswagen Jetta (New) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,682 | $1,951 | $1,897 | $1,865 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.1 | 3.9 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 28/Hwy 35/Comb 31 MPG | City 25/Hwy 36/Comb 29 MPG | City 20/Hwy 29/Comb 23 MPG | City 20/Hwy 26/Comb 22 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 2 years or 24000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 93 @ 5400 RPM | 100 @ 5000 RPM | 137 @ 5800 RPM | 115 @ 5200 RPM | |
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.9 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.2 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |