2026 Toyota Starlet Price, Mileage, Specs, And Images

The Toyota Starlet, a subcompact hatchback, booted off the 4th Generation. It boasted a sleeker body and updated Twin am engines likened to its predecessor. Production spanned from 1989 to 1995. The model came in 3-door and 5-door versions, with a competitive price for its class.

Its exterior design was simple. The front featured rectangular side-swept headlights and a narrow, black grille. The rear had trapezium taillights and a basic hatch. The 5-door model was slightly longer to accommodate rear doors. All versions shared the same look, typical for 1980s hatchbacks.

Inside, black plastic was the main trim. Seats were fabric. Standard features included a tachometer and a stereo. Higher-end models offered sports seats, a sunroof, and air conditioning. All controls were manual. The interior, however, felt cramped and lacked comfort and refinement.

2026 Toyota Starlet Overview

Brand	Model	Launch Date	Status	Price (USD)
Toyota	Starlet	2024	2024	$18,000

2026 Toyota Starlet Price

The price of the 2026 Toyota Starlet is expected to start around $18,000 and go up to $23,000 – $25,000

Trim Level	Estimated Price (USD)
Base	$18,000
LE	$20,000 – $22,000
XLE	$23,000 – $25,000

2026 Toyota Starlet Price in All States of USA

State	Base	LE	XLE
Alabama		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Alaska		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Arizona		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Arkansas		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
California		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Colorado		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Connecticut		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Delaware		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Florida		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Georgia		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Hawaii		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Idaho		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Illinois		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Indiana		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Iowa		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Kansas		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Kentucky		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Louisiana		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Maine		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Maryland		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Massachusetts		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Michigan		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Minnesota		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000
Mississippi		$20,000 – $22,000	$23,000 – $25,000

2026 Toyota Starlet Colors

Trim Level	Possible Colors
Base	* Solid colors: White, Black, Gray * Metallic colors: Silver, Dark Gray
LE	* All Base colors * Additional options: Red, Blue * Possibly a two-tone option
XLE	* All LE colors * More premium options: Pearl White, Metallic Brown * Exclusive XLE color (e.g., Emerald Green)

2026 Toyota Starlet Mileage

2026 Toyota Starlet Mileage is 33-40 mpg to 38-46 mpg

Trims	Expected Mileage (City/Highway)
Base	33-40 mpg (est.)
LE	35-43 mpg (est.)
XLE	38-46 mpg (est.)

2026 Toyota Starlet Top-speed

2026 Toyota Starlet Top-speed is 90-100 mph (145-161 km/h) to 100-110 mph (161-177 km/h)

Trims	Expected Top Speed (est.)
Base	90-100 mph (145-161 km/h)
LE	95-105 mph (153-169 km/h)
XLE	100-110 mph (161-177 km/h)

Features

Feature	Typical Presence	Notes
Safety, Security & Locks
Airbags	Optional on Later Models	Driver and passenger airbags became more common in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Seat Belt Warning	Standard	Became standard equipment in most markets by the late 1980s.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Optional on Later Models	ABS became more common in the 1990s.
Electronic Brake-Force Distribution (EBD)	Unlikely	EBD is a more modern technology, less likely on older Starlets.
Engine Immobilizer	Unlikely	Engine immobilizers became more common in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Comfort & Convenience
Parking Sensors	Not Available	Parking sensors weren’t widely available until the late 1990s and 2000s.
Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
Anti-glare Mirrors	Optional	Manual anti-glare mirrors were available on some models.
ORVMs (Heated)	Not Available	Heated mirrors were a rare feature on economy cars like the Starlet.
Boot-lid Opener	Standard	Most Starlets likely had a standard interior release lever for the trunk/boot lid.
Door Handles	Standard
Interior Door Handles	Standard
Door Pockets	Standard	Most cars have door pockets for storage.
Lighting
Headlight Height Adjuster	Manual	Most Starlets likely had manual headlight height adjustment.
Tail Lights	Standard
Cabin Lamps	Standard
Seats, Upholstery & Storage
Seat Upholstery	Cloth	Leather upholstery was not typical on the Starlet.
Driver Height Adjustable Seat	Optional	Manual driver’s seat height adjustment may have been available on some models.
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	Manual	Front passenger seats likely had manual adjustments.
Rear Passenger Seats	Folding	Most Starlets likely had folding rear seats for increased cargo space.
Interiors
Interior Colours	Limited Options	Typically, a few interior color options were available.
Cup Holders	Optional	Cupholders became more common features in the 1990s, may have been optional.
Entertainment, Information & Instrumentation
Instrument Cluster	Standard	Basic speedometer, fuel gauge, and warning lights.
Trip Meter	Standard
Tachometer	Optional	Tachometers were not standard on all Starlet models.
Warranty		Warranty information would vary depending on model year and location.
Band Warranty (Years)	N/A	Band warranties are not typically offered by car manufacturers.
Standard Warranty (Years)	Typically 3/36,000	This is a common warranty structure for older vehicles, but may vary.
Standard Warranty (kilometers)	Typically 36,000	This is a common warranty structure for older vehicles, but may vary.
Technology features:		Not applicable to this car
Infotainment system:	Basic Radio/Cassette	More advanced features like CD players were optional on later models.
Navigation:	Not Available	Navigation systems were not available in cars of this era.
Driver assistance features:	Limited	Anti-lock brakes (ABS) may have been the only driver assistance feature available.

Specs

Feature	Base	LE	XLE
Dimensions & Weight
Width (mm)	1620	1620	1620
Height (mm)	1495	1495	1495
Wheelbase (mm)	2460	2460	2460
Ground Clearance (mm)	160	160	160
Capacity
Doors	4	4	4
Seating Capacity	5	5	5
No. of Seating Rows	2	2	2
Boot Space (L)	370	370	370
Fuel Tank Capacity (L)	40	40	40
Engine
Displacement (cc)	1300	1300	1500
Engine Type	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol
Cylinders	4	4	4
Valves	16	16	16
Max Power (BHP)	86	86	94
Max Torque (NM)	110	110	120
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)	18	19	18
Transmission
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual	Automatic (Optional)
No. of gears	5	5	4 (Automatic)
Engine type:	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol
Transmission:	Manual	Manual	Automatic (Optional)
0-60 mph (sec)	N/A	N/A	N/A
Drive Type	Front-Wheel Drive	Front-Wheel Drive	Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol
Fuel Type	Unleaded	Unleaded	Unleaded
Capacity (Repeated – for reference)
Doors	4	4	4
Seating Capacity	5	5	5
No. of Seating Rows	2	2	2
Boot Space (L)	370	370	370
Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres
Suspension Front	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Suspension Rear	Beam Axle	Beam Axle	Beam Axle
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc	Disc
Spare Wheel	Full size	Full size	Full size
Wheel Size (inches)	13	13	14 (Optional)
Tyre Size Front	175/70 R13	175/70 R13	185/65 R14 (Optional)
Tyre Size Rear	175/70 R13	175/70 R13	185/65 R14 (Optional)

Competitors

Possible Competitor	Segment	Expected Price Range (₹ lakhs)	Notes
Maruti Suzuki Swift	Hatchback	₹5 – 8	Well-established hatchback with a strong reputation for fuel efficiency and reliability.
Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS	Hatchback	₹5 – 8	Spacious and feature-rich hatchback known for its value proposition.
Tata Tiago	Hatchback	₹4 – 7	Stylish and well-equipped hatchback with a focus on safety and technology.
Renault Kwid	Hatchback	₹4 – 6	Affordable and practical hatchback with a rugged design.
Nissan Magnite	Compact SUV	₹6 – 9	Feature-loaded compact SUV with a bold design and competitive pricing.

Pros and Cons

Pros	Cons
Reliable and durable	Underpowered engine, especially in earlier models
Fuel-efficient	Not very spacious
Affordable	Not many safety features by modern standards
Easy to maintain	Not very exciting to drive
Relatively comfortable for a small car	Some reviewers found the interior to be cheap-looking

Reviews and Ratings

Category	Possible Rating	Notes
Performance	Average	The Starlet wasn’t known for its speed or power, but it offered a reliable and economical driving experience.
Fuel Economy	Good	For its time, the Starlet was considered fuel-efficient, making it a good choice for budget-minded drivers.
Reliability	Above Average	Toyotas are known for their reliability, and the Starlet was no exception.
Safety	Below Average (by today’s standards)	Safety standards and features have come a long way since the Starlet’s production.
Interior Comfort	Below Average	The Starlet prioritized functionality over comfort, with a basic and utilitarian interior.
Overall	Average	The Starlet was a dependable and economical car, but it wasn’t known for being particularly exciting or feature-rich.

Accessories

Accessory	Base	LE	XLE	Buy Now
Exterior
Front Mudguards	$25 – $40	$25 – $40	$25 – $40	Buy Now: [invalid URL removed]
Rear Mudguards	$20 – $35	$20 – $35	$20 – $35	Buy Now: [invalid URL removed]
Rear Spoiler	$50 – $100	$50 – $100	$50 – $100	Buy Now: [invalid URL removed]
Alloy Wheels (Set of 4)	$300 – $500	$300 – $500	$300 – $500	Buy Now: [invalid URL removed]
Interior
Floor Mats	$30 – $50	$30 – $50	$30 – $50	Buy Now: [invalid URL removed]
Seat Covers	$50 – $100	$50 – $100	$50 – $100	Buy Now: [invalid URL removed]
Steering Wheel Cover	$15 – $25	$15 – $25	$15 – $25	Buy Now: [invalid URL removed]
Phone Mount	$10 – $20	$10 – $20	$10 – $20	Buy Now: [invalid URL removed]
Performance
Air Intake System	$100 – $200	$100 – $200	$100 – $200	Buy Now: [invalid URL removed]
Exhaust System Upgrade	$200 – $400	$200 – $400	$200 – $400	Buy Now: [invalid URL removed]
Performance Suspension Kit	$250 – $500	$250 – $500	$250 – $500	Buy Now: [invalid URL removed]

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