toyota caldina, 2nd generation

Sharing a platform with Toyota Allion and Toyota Premio, the Caldina is the Japanese version of Toyota Avensis wagon.

The 4WD models are coded ST215, and are offered as Active Sports GT with the 3S-GE engine. The top of the line GT-T came with the turbocharged 260 PS (256 hp/191 kW) 4th generation 3S-GTE engine, and included an all-wheel drive system similar to the Toyota Celica GT-Four.The GT-T also came with optional electronic stability control(VSC). Weighing 1470kg, the Caldina GT-T offers similar performance to a Subaru WRX wagon achieving 0–100km/h in 7 seconds. A refresh was given in 2000 with new bumpers and lamps with a refreshed interior.

Engines for lesser models are the 1.8 L 7A-FE, the 2.0 L gasoline 3S-FE, and the 2.2 L diesel 3C-TE.

Second generation 1997 Toyota Caldina 2.0G (earlier model)
Manufacturer Toyota
Also called Toyota Avensis
Production 1997–2002
Body style(s) 5-door wagon
Layout FF layout, four-wheel drive
Engine(s) 1.8 L 7A-FE I4
2.0 L 3S-FE I4
2.0 L 3S-GE I4
2.0 L 3S-GTE I4 Turbo
2.0 L 2C-T I4 Turbodiesel
2.2 L 3C-TE I4 Turbodiesel

2000 Toyota Caldina GT-T (later model)


2000 Toyota Caldina 2.0E (later model)