The 1999 Toyota Tercel window sticker reads 31 mpg combined (28 city, 36 highway) for the 1.5L 4-cyl.
The Toyota Tercel window sticker — build, options & years
The Toyota Tercel ran from 1981–1999 across 6 generations (1980–1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988–1995, 1996–1999).
For year-by-year recalls, MPG and safety, see the full Toyota Tercel VIN decoder.
What the Toyota Tercel sticker says about fuel
EPA figures for the 1999 Tercel:
The label also prints an estimated $2,000 a year in fuel at 15,000 miles, and 323 g/mi of CO₂. In its EPA class (Subcompact Cars, 1999) the best Tercel version ranks #5 of 27 on combined MPG (the class best is 38 mpg).
How the Tercel's sticker figure changed
Combined MPG by model year, 1984 to 1999:
Combined went from 32 mpg in 1984 to 31 in 1999; the best year on file is 1987 at 33 mpg.
The Tercel sticker against its rivals
On combined MPG the Tercel has the best figure of the 2: 31 mpg for its most efficient 1999 version.
| Model | EPA year | Best combined | NHTSA overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Tercel | 1999 | — | |
| Nissan 200SX | 1998 | — |
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Tercel window sticker — every model year
Any Tercel from 1981–1999: the VIN carries the model year, so there is no year to pick. Other Toyota models: Toyota window stickers.
Other Toyota window stickers
| Model | Years covered | Class | Best EPA figure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Camry | Midsize Cars | 52 mpg | |
| Toyota RAV4 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 78 mpg | |
| Toyota Corolla | Compact Cars | 52 mpg | |
| Toyota Tacoma | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 24 mpg | |
| Toyota Highlander | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 36 mpg | |
| Toyota 4-Runner | Special Purpose Vehicles | 23 mpg |
Where to find the VIN on a Toyota Tercel
- WindshieldLower-left corner, driver's side, readable from outside without opening anything.
- Door jambOn the driver's door frame of every Tercel, next to the tire-pressure and build-date plate.
- DocumentsRegistration, title and insurance card — on a Toyota Tercel all three must show the same number.
Window sticker — frequently asked
What MPG does the Toyota Tercel window sticker show?
The 1999 label shows up to 31 mpg combined, #5 of 27 in its EPA class (Subcompact Cars). EPA puts the fuel bill at about $2,000 a year.
Does the Tercel sticker show better MPG than the Nissan 200SX?
Yes: the most efficient 1999 Tercel reads 31 mpg combined, the 1998 Nissan 200SX 29.
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