Toyota Chaser: Understanding the 5th & 6th Generations

Toyota Chaser: Understanding the 5th & 6th Generations

White 6th gen Toyota Chaser parked on a street with grass and trees in background

With its inception dating back to the late ’70s, the Toyota Chaser’s evolution through various generations has featured potent engines, innovative design, and a legacy of popularity in the drifting scene. The story of the Toyota Chaser begins in 1977 when Toyota introduced it as a mid-sized, rear-wheel-drive sedan under the Chassis code “X30.” It was initially conceived as part of Toyota’s effort to diversify its lineup and cater to a broader spectrum of customers. The Chaser found its place in the midst of Toyota’s sportier models, offering a unique blend of performance and practicality. Early generations, like the first-generation X30 and its successor, the X40, were celebrated for their unassuming yet timeless designs and robust engineering, but the X90 and X100 is where most enthusiasts gravitate towards.

Black Toyota Chaser x30 parked next to a red vehicle and a blue fence behind that
Toyota Chaser X30 (1977) — The legacy of the Toyota Chaser starts here!
Source: Hirocima Cruisers via Facebook
TrimProductionEnginePowerTransmissionDrivetrain
X30/X401977 – 19801.L 3T-U/13T-U Inline-470 – 94 HP / 71 – 95 PS / 52 – 70 kW 4/5-Speed Manual
3-Speed Automatic
RWD
X30/X401977 – 19802.0L M-U/EU Inline-6113 HP / 115 PS / 85 kW 4/5-Speed Manual
3-Speed Automatic
RWD
Approx. performance specs for X30/X40 models

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