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1998 Toyota Corolla

US · Sedan · Compact Cars

The 1998 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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
1.8L 4-cylinder
Power
169 hp (126 kW)
Torque
151 lb-ft (205 Nm)
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Seating
5 seats
1998 Toyota Corolla
Exterior (Front)
Photo: Vauxford (CC BY-SA 4.0) · CC BY-SA 4.0
Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
1.8L 4-cylinder
Power Output
169 hp (126 kW)
Peak Torque
151 lb-ft (205 Nm)
Combined Economy
Not available
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
Not available
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 anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
Engine1.8L 4-cylinder
Displacement1.8 L
Cylinders4
AspirationNaturally aspirated
Power169 hp (126 kW)
Torque151 lb-ft (205 Nm)
Fuel typeGasoline

Performance

Performance
SpecificationValueSource
0–100 km/h8.2 s
Top speed118 mph (190 km/h)

Not available from our sources: Towing capacity, Payload.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears3 to 5
DrivetrainFWD

Dimensions

Dimensions
SpecificationValueSource
Length182.3 in (4,630 mm)
Width70.1 in (1,780 mm)
Height56.5 in (1,435 mm)
Wheelbase106.3 in (2,700 mm)

Not available from our sources: Ground clearance.

Weight

Weight
SpecificationValueSource
Curb weight2,954 lb (1,340 kg)

Not available from our sources: Gross vehicle weight rating.

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)
City27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km)
Highway34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Capacity

Capacity
SpecificationValueSource
Seats5
Doors4

Not available from our sources: Fuel tank, Cargo volume.

Trims and configurations

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

Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 20, 2026.

  • 09E012000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

    SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

    Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

    Reported April 7, 2009. View on NHTSA

  • 08E050000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

    K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

    Remedy: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.

    Reported August 11, 2008. View on NHTSA

  • 06E065000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

    CERTAIN AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

    Remedy: AJ MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AJ MOTORSPORT AT 626-618-2026.

    Reported July 17, 2006. View on NHTSA

  • 06E026000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

    CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

    Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

    Reported March 23, 2006. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 19, 2026

Data verified: October 20, 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

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    29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km)

  • 1999 Toyota Corolla
    1999 Toyota Corolla

    Sedan, Gasoline

    1.8L 4-cylinder · 169 hp (126 kW) · FWD
    30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1998 Toyota Corolla have?

1.8L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

How much horsepower does the 1998 Toyota Corolla have?

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

What is the fuel economy of the 1998 Toyota Corolla?

Combined fuel economy is 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1998 Toyota Corolla front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

How many seats does the 1998 Toyota Corolla have?

5 seats.

How long is the 1998 Toyota Corolla?

182.3 in (4,630 mm).

Are there recalls for the 1998 Toyota Corolla?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 20, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.