Toyota Paseo

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Not to be confused with
Toyota Passo
.

Toyota Paseo
Toyota City, Aichi (Takaoka plant)[2]
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact car
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
Chronology
PredecessorToyota Tercel 2-door (L30)
SuccessorToyota Echo coupé (XP10)

The Toyota Paseo (known as the Toyota Cynos (Japanese: トヨタ・サイノス, Toyota Sainosu) in Japan and other regions) is a

platform with the Starlet
. Several parts are interchangeable between the three.

The name "Paseo" is Spanish for "a walk" or "a stroll", while the name "Cynos" is a coined word taken from "cynosure", meaning "the target of attention". In Japan it was exclusive to

Toyopet Store
locations.

First generation (L40; 1991)

First generation (L40)
Curb weight
870–950 kg (1,918–2,094 lb)

The first-generation Paseo was made from 1991 until 1995. Based on the

emissions standards, it was rated at 69 kW (93 hp; 94 PS) and 136 N⋅m (100 lb⋅ft) of torque. It was offered with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic
transmission.

In Japan, the Cynos was available in α (Alpha) and β (Beta) trim levels. The α trim is powered by a 5E-FE engine producing 77 kW (105 PS; 104 hp), while the β trim is powered by a

TEMS
electronically controlled suspension can be selected as options.

  • 1992 Toyota Paseo (EL44, Australia)
    1992 Toyota Paseo (EL44, Australia)
  • 1992 Toyota Cynos (EL44, New Zealand)
    1992 Toyota Cynos (EL44, New Zealand)

Second generation (L50; 1995)

Second generation (L50)
Curb weight
910–1,000 kg (2,006–2,205 lb)

The second-generation Paseo was introduced in Japan in 1995, and for the 1996 model year in North America. Apart from some modernizing in the engine electronics, the only noticeable change was in the body sheet metal. A

October 1995 Tokyo Motor Show[3]
and was released for sale in August 1996. 1996 was the last year the Paseo was sold in the United States (for the 1997 model year).

To reduce emissions levels, the second-generation Paseo's 5E-FE engine performance was reduced to the same specifications as the California Air Resources Board models, delivering 69 kW (93 hp; 94 PS) and 136 N⋅m (100 lb⋅ft) of torque.

The second-generation Paseo was sold in the United Kingdom from 1996 to 1998, but was withdrawn due to slow sales. The UK market Paseo was offered in three trim levels: the base ST, the Si; adding 14-inch alloy wheels, a Sony CD player, color-coded boot spoiler with third brake light and an anti-lock braking system, and the Galliano, adding a color-coded chin spoiler, mud guards and yellow paintwork with aquamarine decals on the bodysides, as well as wider 15-inch alloy wheels with low-profile 195/50 tires. The convertible model was not offered. All UK models came with the 5E-FE engine producing 66 kW (89 hp; 90 PS). The top speed, as claimed by Toyota, was 180 km/h (112 mph).[citation needed]

The Japanese market version was again named "Cynos". Three trim levels were available: α, α Juno Package and β. All came with color-coded wing mirrors and a rear windscreen wiper. The models differed in their dashboards, interior upholstery, steering wheels and engines. The Juno trim came with a 1.3 L 4E-FE engine with a 4-speed automatic transmission. The α trim had the 1.5 L 5E-FE engine with a 5-speed manual transmission and the β trim came with a 5E-FHE engine, also with a 5-speed manual transmission.

Both the Paseo and Cynos were discontinued in 1999.

  • Rear view
    Rear view
  • 1997 Toyota Paseo convertible (EL54, US)
    1997 Toyota Paseo convertible (EL54, US)
  • Toyota Cynos 1.3 α Juno Package (EL52, Japan)
    Toyota Cynos 1.3 α Juno Package (EL52, Japan)

References

  1. ^ a b c d "Toyota Family Tree". toyota-global.com. Retrieved 25 August 2014.
  2. ^ "General Status of Plants in Japan | Takaoka Plant". 75 Years of TOYOTA. Toyota. 2012. Retrieved 30 July 2020.
  3. ^ "Tokyo Motor Show Toyota press information" (PDF). Toyota. October 1995. Retrieved 17 April 2011.
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