Get to know the Classic JDM Toyota Chaser

The Toyota Chaser was first introduced in 1977 and produced until 2000 with 6 generations. In early production, it was available in a 2 door coupe and a 4 door sedan. The front-wheel-drive configuration brought an impressive fuel efficiency which gives power to the front wheels and offers a level of luxury.

Specifications

The interior has a black or dark brown color that gives a sense of luxury and modern sophistication to the car. There’s plenty of interior space, an adjustable driver's seat, and radio speakers. The exterior has a free-flowing and curved design for aerodynamics as well as to give elegance and a sporty look to the car. The optional two-tone scheme silver metallic and a “tone on tone” gray metallic in the Super version gave the car a more modern color. 

1st Generation 

The first-generation with chassis codes X30, X31, X40, and X41 was started in July 1977. They were fitted by 1.8L 3T-U, 13T-U, and 2L 18R-U with 4-cylinder; and 2.0L M-U/EU 6-cylinder engines. It has a wider front grille and taillights of a different design but without parking lights. 

2nd Generation 

The second-generation X60 Chaser was released in 1980 equipped with a 2.0L 6-cylinder 1G-EU single-cam petrol engine and a 2.2L 4-cylinder L-series diesel engine. The body configurations available were a 4-door hardtop and a 4-door sedan. 

3rd Generation 

The third generation appeared in 1984 with a smaller exterior dimension but maintaining its advanced features and luxurious style. The “Avante” series that was released before became a luxury version and with only a 4-door hardtop available body styles. 

4th Generation 

The fourth-generation X81 series started and was presented in 1989 to the Japanese market. The models available were XG, SXL, XL, Raffine, Avante Twin Cam 24, Avante, and GT Twin Turbo. The Avante G model with GT Twin powered by the 1G-GTE has the most powerful engine with 154kW (210PS).

5th Generation 

The 5th generation was unveiled in 1992 as the X90 with a bigger body, increase in engine power, and better handling. The lineup was carried over from the X81 except for the GT Twin Turbo. The Avante G model received a 2JZ-GE naturally aspirated engine with 220PS (162kW). Available engines are 1.8L 4S-FE, 2.4 turbo-diesel 2L-TE, 2.0 1G-FE 6-cylinder, and 2.5 1JZ-GE 6-cylinder, with optional manual transmissions.

6th Generation 

The last generation X100 was released in 1996 with a sportier and best-looking style. The lineup consisted of Tourers as the sporty version with 16-inch wheels and Avantes which includes Avante Four and the Avante Four G Package, model. It comes with 2.5L (4WD system) and 1JZ-GTE with a single turbo engine, available in 4-speed ECT AT.

Overall,

The Toyota Chaser is a fun car with fair fuel economy and impressive features. If you are looking for a JDM car with the best qualities and with high-end options then Chaser is for you. Check out the Toyota Chaser stocklist for the color you want.