1996 Toyota Paseo/Cynos: Reshaping for '96 was accompanied by installation of dual airbags. Styling changes included a smoother nose, larger rear quarter windows, and a more shapely tail. Despite this year's sleeker look, dimensions were unchanged. Interior dimensions also remained as before, but the newly designed, dashboard incorporated a passenger-side airbag. Both the driver and front passenger now had manual 3-point seatbelts. All Paseo engines now were rated at 93 horsepower.
Highlights
Smaller and less costly than a Celica, the front-drive Paseo sport coupe replaced the 2-door Corolla GT-S and SR5 in 1992. Paseo shared its wheelbase with the subcompact Tercel, but styling differed considerably. The 4-cylinder engine also came from the Tercel, but was boosted to 100 horsepower with the addition of dual camshafts. A 5-speed manual transmission was standard; 4-speed automatic optional. Paseos got a firmer suspension than Tercel, including a rear stabilizer bar and 14-inch tires (versus the Tercel's 13-inch rubber).
Consumer Guide Road Test Ratings
1996 Toyota Paseo coupe 5-speed
Ratings
Performance
3
Fuel Economy
5
Ride Quality
3
Quietness
2
Interior Room
2
Cargo Capacity
3
Insurance Costs
1
Total
19
Road Test Evaluation
Acceleration is more than adequate with manual shift, though the engine vibrates somewhat when worked hard. Takeoffs are less than brisk, but the engine revs eagerly to higher speeds. As expected, an automatic transmission saps some of the engine's pep, approaching the sluggish level. Exhaust resonance is noticeable and the engine gets loud, even during moderate acceleration. Gas mileage is a major bonus: With manual shift, we've averaged 34.3 mpg.
Ride quality is pleasantly supple and well-controlled with optional wider tires, despite light weight and short wheelbase. Most bumps register with a thump or a jolt, but the coupe feels reasonably solid. Modest size aids in handling, but the suspension and tires don't come close to furnishing true sports-car moves. A Paseo feels agile and competent in most maneuvers, though the body leans in tight turns, and front tires plow through corners. Road/tire noise gets annoying on coarse pavement.
Paseo is actually a 2+2 rather than a real 4-seater, so rear-seat space is for toddlers or groceries. Tall people might need more leg room in front, and there's no great abundance of head space. Well-bolstered bucket seats are comfortable. Controls are nicely laid out, though the steering wheel might be high for some drivers. The Paseo's over-the-shoulder view is impaired by thick rear pillars. Trunk space is better than average.
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