In 1978 Toyota introduced the Tercel vehicle which was its first subcompact front-wheel drive vehicle and became the foundation for subsequent Toyota models. During production years between 1984 and 1998 the Toyota Tercel offered customers the choice of a 2/4-door sedan and a 3-door hatchback design using a front-engine transverse framework. At first the Tercel featured a 1.3 L 2A I4 engine yet the car also had a 3-speed automatic A55 transmission to handle daily driving needs. The 1.5 L 1N-T I4 turbo-diesel engine was later implemented as a replacement alongside other improvements which increased both power and efficiency levels. The Tercel maintained an appropriate balance between size and space because its hatchback version stretched 155.9" in length and possessed 98.42" in wheelbase. The Toyota Tercel earned consumer approval because its excellent fuel efficiency combined with low pollutant emissions and trustworthy operational performance. The clear-lens headlights combined with updated tail lights furnished the vehicle with a more contemporary design during its redesign phase of 1998. When Toyota Tercel owners select genuine Toyota parts their vehicles benefit from both excellent performance and prolonged life expectancy which follows factory-defined specifications. Each part is manufactured with precision and undergoes extensive testing to ensure durability and preserve the Tercel's performance and structural integrity.