New Car Test Drive

1997 Toyota Previa 

Functionality with George Jetson looks.

By Paul A. Eisenstein


Model Line Overview

Base Price (MSRP)$25,228
As Tested (MSRP)$37,168

Model lineup
EnginesN/A
Transmissions4-speed automatic with all-wheel drive
Safety equipment (standard)Dual airbags
Safety equipment (optional)N/A
Basic warranty3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled inKariya, Japan

Specifications As Tested

Model tested (MSRP)LE All-Trac
Standard equipment(LE All-Trac) All-wheel drive, front and rear air conditioningpower steering, rear window defogger and wipers, AM/FM cassette sound system withsix speakers, cruise control, power windows, mirrors and door locks
Options as tested (MSRP)none
Destination charge(N/A)
Gas guzzler taxN/A
Price as tested (MSRP)$37,168
LayoutN/A
Engine2.4 Liter supercharged four-cyl
Horsepower (hp @ rpm)161 @ 5000
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm)201 @ 3600
Transmission4-speed automatic
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy17/20 mpg
Wheelbase112.8 in.
Length/width/height187.0/70.8/70.1 in.
Track, f/r61.6/61.2 in.
Turning circle37.4 ft.
Seating capacity7
Head/hip/leg room, f39.4/56.9/40.1 in.
Head/hip/leg room, mN/A in.
Head/hip/leg room, r37.8/57.4/36.3 in.
Cargo volume157.8 cu. ft.
PayloadN/A
Towing capacity3500 Lbs.
Suspension, fIndependent
Suspension, rIndependent
Ground clearanceN/A in.
Curb weight3755 Lbs.
Tires215/65R-15
Brakes, f/rdisc/drum
Fuel capacity19.8 gal.

Unless otherwise indicated, specifications refer to test vehicle.
All prices are manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) effective as of October 12, 2009.
Prices do not include manufacturer's destination and delivery charges. N/A: Information not available or not applicable.



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