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Toyota Cresta: generations and engines

The Toyota Cresta was built from 1988 to 2001 in 3 generations, with 11 engine versions in our catalog (sedan). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.

Production years1988–2001
Generations3
Engine versions11
Power97–220 hp
Body stylesSedan
FuelGasoline, Diesel
Timeline

Toyota Cresta generations

  1. 1988–1992

    Toyota Cresta (GX80)

    • Sedan
    • Gasoline

    3 engine versions 150–180 hp

    Engines below
  2. 1992–1996

    Toyota Cresta (GX90)

    • Sedan
    • Gasoline

    5 engine versions 120–220 hp

    Generation specs
  3. 1996–2001

    Toyota Cresta (GX100)

    • Sedan
    • Gasoline
    • Diesel

    3 engine versions 97–200 hp

    Generation specs
Specs

Toyota Cresta engines

The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.

Toyota Cresta (GX80)1988–1992 · 3 engine versions
EngineYearsFuelPowerTorque0–62 mphTop speedCombined
2.0 i (170 hp)1988–1992Gasoline170 hp (125 kW)
2.4 i (150 hp)1988–1992Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)143 lb-ft (194 Nm)
2.5 i (180 hp)1988–1992Gasoline180 hp (132 kW)173 lb-ft (235 Nm)
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