1988 Toyota Corolla

US · Sedan · Subcompact Cars

The 1988 Toyota Corolla is listed in the US market as a sedan with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder (4A-F) (FFS), 1.6L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.6L 4-cylinder (4A-FE) (FFS), 1.6L 4-cylinder (4A-LC) (FFS)
Power: 169 hp (126 kW)
Torque: 151 lb-ft (205 Nm)
Transmission: Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Economy: 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) combined
Seating: 5 seats

Exterior (Front)

Photo: Vauxford (CC BY-SA 4.0) · CC BY-SA 4.0

Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

1.6L 4-cylinder (4A-F) (FFS), 1.6L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.6L 4-cylinder (4A-FE) (FFS), 1.6L 4-cylinder (4A-LC) (FFS)

Power Output

169 hp (126 kW)

Peak Torque

151 lb-ft (205 Nm)

Combined Economy

22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) combined

Drivetrain

FWD, AWD

Transmission

Automatic, Manual

Capacity

5 seats · 4 doors

Exterior Dimensions

182.3″ L × 70.1″ W × 56.5″ H

Curb Weight

2,954 lbs (1,340 kg)

Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder (4A-F) (FFS), 1.6L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.6L 4-cylinder (4A-FE) (FFS), 1.6L 4-cylinder (4A-LC) (FFS)
Displacement	1.6 L
Cylinders	4
Aspiration	Naturally aspirated
Power	169 hp (126 kW)
Torque	151 lb-ft (205 Nm)
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Performance

Performance
Specification	Value	Source
0–100 km/h	8.2 s
Top speed	118 mph (190 km/h)

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears	3 to 5
Drivetrain	Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD

Dimensions

Dimensions
Specification	Value	Source
Length	182.3 in (4,630 mm)
Width	70.1 in (1,780 mm)
Height	56.5 in (1,435 mm)
Wheelbase	106.3 in (2,700 mm)

Weight

Weight
Specification	Value	Source
Curb weight	2,954 lb (1,340 kg)

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)
Highway	26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km)

Capacity

Capacity
Specification	Value	Source
Seats	5
Doors	4

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Towing capacity, Payload, Ground clearance, Gross vehicle weight rating, Electric range, Battery capacity, Fuel tank, Cargo volume. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

12 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.

10E002000: SUSPENSION
RIDE CONTROL IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT STRUT MOUNTS BRANDED AS GABRIEL RIDE CONTROL OR ARVINMERITOR, P/NOS. 142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FRONT STRUT MOUNTS DID NOT CONTAIN A WELD JOINT BETWEEN THE BEARING HOUSING AND THE RATE PLATE.
Remedy: RIDE CONTROL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT RIDE CONTROL AT 1-248-458-1396.
Reported February 11, 2010. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 22, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 22, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 22, 2026

Data verified: October 23, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

1987 Toyota Corolla
Sedan, Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder ((16-VALVE) (FFS)), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS) 2 barrel carb), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS) fuel injection) · 169 hp (126 kW) · Varies by configuration: FWD, RWD
29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km)
1989 Toyota Corolla
Sedan, Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((4A-FE) (FFS)), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((4A-GE) (FFS)) · 169 hp (126 kW) · Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1988 Toyota Corolla have?

Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder ((4A-F) (FFS)), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((4A-FE) (FFS)), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((4A-LC) (FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

How much horsepower does the 1988 Toyota Corolla have?

169 hp (126 kW), as listed by our sources.

What is the fuel economy of the 1988 Toyota Corolla?

Combined fuel economy is 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1988 Toyota Corolla front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD.

How many seats does the 1988 Toyota Corolla have?

5 seats.

How long is the 1988 Toyota Corolla?

182.3 in (4,630 mm).

Are there recalls for the 1988 Toyota Corolla?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.