Toyota Corona T40
The car that established Toyota as a global contender in the Western market.
- Power
- 74 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 16.5 s
- Top speed
- 90 mph
- Est. value
- $5k–$16k
About the Toyota Corona T40
The T40 series Corona was Toyota's first major international success, designed specifically to appeal to American and European tastes with its 'Arrowline' styling. It featured a robust 2R engine and a level of standard equipment that often shamed its contemporary rivals from Ford and BMC. In the UK, it was one of the first Japanese cars to gain a reputation for exceptional reliability and build quality. While once common, surviving examples are now rare and increasingly sought after by collectors of early Japanese classics.
Toyota Corona T40 specs
The Toyota Corona T40 produces 74 bhp (55 kW) and 116 Nm (86 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 16.5 seconds and has a top speed of 90 mph (145 km/h).
| Make | Toyota |
|---|---|
| Model | Corona |
| Generation | T40 |
| Trim | 1.5 |
| Years | 1964–1970 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | Japan |
| Original price | About $1,800 when new |
| Engine | 1.5-litre inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,490 cc (1.5 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 74 bhp (55 kW) at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 116 Nm (86 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 16.5 s |
| Top speed | 90 mph (145 km/h) |
| Transmission | 3-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 940 kg (2,072 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 79 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Toyota Corona T40 worth?
A typical Toyota Corona T40 is estimated to be worth $5,000 – $16,000 (about £3,700 – £12,000).
Its original price when new was about $1,800.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Toyota Corona T40 rarity in CarSpot
The Toyota Corona T40 is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 25 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Toyota Corona T40 fun facts
- The T40 Corona was the first Toyota model to be officially exported to the United Kingdom, arriving in 1965.
- To prove its durability, Toyota famously tested the Corona on the new Meishin Expressway, running it at full speed for 100,000 kilometres.
- The 1968 model featured a revised front grille and was among the first cars in its class to offer an optional automatic transmission in some markets.
