Skip to main content

Used 1996 Toyota Celica Consumer Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars
60 reviews
1...

See Edmunds pricing data

Has Your Car's Value Changed?

Used car values are constantly changing. Edmunds lets you track your vehicle's value over time so you can decide when to sell or trade in.

Price history graph example
We have a limited number of reviews for the 1996 Celica, so we've included reviews for other years of the Celica since its last redesign.

Trending topics in reviews

Pros
Cons
5 out of 5 stars

The most fun car I've owned

Clare Kline, 09/16/2017
1996 Toyota Celica ST 25th Anniversary 2dr Hatchback
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

Being a stick shift, traffic is not fun, but for the open country I drive, the car is really great. Very fuel efficient, minimal maintenance needed, and corners perfect.

Safety
5 out of 5 stars
Technology
5 out of 5 stars
Performance
5 out of 5 stars
Interior
4 out of 5 stars
Comfort
4 out of 5 stars
Reliability
5 out of 5 stars
Value
5 out of 5 stars
Report Abuse

5 out of 5 stars

A+ All the way!!!

Lipweb, 10/29/2006
1996 Toyota Celica GT 2dr Hatchback
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

Since day one this vehicle has been a blast to drive. It rides tight and performs great, although a few minor adds like exhaust and an air intake will go along way - power wise. I've had nothing but comments on my car and everyone I take for a ride in it almost instantly wants one. I owned a Z-28 t-top Camaro before my Celica and now own a newer convertible Camaro pushing over 300HP as well as an Eclipse GT pushing over 240HP and my favorite of the 3 is still the 4 cylinder Celica GT.

Report Abuse
5 out of 5 stars

Favorite Car!

Vanessa H, 10/19/2004
1996 Toyota Celica GT 2dr Hatchback
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

It took me a while to find the exact car I wanted...and it was completely worth the wait! This was the best car I EVER had! We've been together for 7- 8 years and it's still in EXCELLENT condition!

Report Abuse

4.63 out of 5 stars

Fantastic quality automobile... Classic

Keith, 01/25/2009
1996 Toyota Celica GT 2dr Convertible
7 of 8 people found this review helpful

This car was owned by my brother first for 4 years. It went through many drivers when he owned it and was always extremely reliable and economical to own. I bought it a few months ago after a minor accident. I fixed the imperfections and am now driving it everyday. It's getting about 23 mpg with the top down most of the time. It shifts very smooth and takes corners effortlessly. Acceleration is about 10 seconds to 60 mph (automatic) and has about 93k on it. The styling is classic and even though a '96, not out of style in the least. Mine is black on black and always gets great comments on it's looks.

Report Abuse

5 out of 5 stars

Gets better and better

I love this car, 09/20/2010
1995 Toyota Celica GT 2dr Convertible
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Simply put, I love this car! I 0nly wish I could find another one. Zippy, 40+ mpg, 5 speed. Needs a new roof, the aforementioned wear spots developed and a new roof is in the future. Handles like a Porsche, looks beautiful and, well, I could go on and on. I'm always on the lookout for another one.

Report Abuse
1...
Items per page:
5