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Toyota Carina T190

1992 – 1998

The Toyota Carina was a sedan manufactured by Toyota from December 1970 to December 2001, introduced as a counterpart to the Celica initially, sharing a platform with it. Later, it was moved to the Corona platform while maintaining its performance image targeting the youth market, exclusively available at Japanese Toyota dealerships called Toyota Store. The design of the Carina featured distinctive bodywork and interior, catering to a younger audience. The name "Carina" was inspired by the constellation Carina, similar to Celica, reflecting a celestial or heavenly theme. This naming convention aligns with Toyota's tradition of using nature or space-inspired names for their vehicles. In Japan, the Toyota Carina was succeeded by the Toyota Allion in 2001, while in Europe, it was replaced by the Toyota Avensis. The Carina's legacy lies in its long production run, spanning over three decades, and its focus on offering a blend of performance and style to a niche market segment. Key Points: - Toyota Carina was manufactured by Toyota from 1970 to 2001. - Initially shared a platform with the Celica and later moved to the Corona platform. - Designed with distinctive bodywork and interior targeting the youth market in Japan. - Named after the constellation Carina, reflecting a celestial theme. - Succeeded by Toyota Allion in Japan and Toyota Avensis in Europe.