← Toyota Celica GT-Four · 1986-1989 · ST165

Toyota Celica GT-Four ST165

Headline trim: 2.0 turbo - 182 bhp, 0-62 in 7.9s.

Toyota Celica GT-Four ST165 press photo
Verdict
B
BHP
182 bhp
0–60
7.9 s
Top speed
137 mph
MPG
24.0 mpg
Used
£8,000-£25,000

Strengths

  • First-gen homologation Celica
  • Pop-up headlights
  • Group A pedigree

Weaknesses

  • Rust kills them
  • Slow by modern standards
  • Hard to find in UK

Notable tech

  • First Celica GT-Four
  • 3S-GTE turbo 2.0 four
  • Permanent AWD with viscous centre
  • Group A homologation special - 1986 base

Common issues

  • Headgasket failure
  • Turbo coking
  • Rust

Engine derivatives

UK trims and engines offered across ST165's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.

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2.0 turbo 3S-GTE
BHP182
Torque249 Nm
0–607.9 s
Top137 mph
MPG24 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox5MT