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The ST model had a new 1.8 liter 7A-FE engine which could be found in the Corolla. The GT was powered by a 2.2 liter 5S-FE engine which was carried over from the Camry. The turbocharged All-Trac was no longer available in the U.S how ever many are still on road. The ST model engine is rated at 105 HP, and the GT is rated at 130 HP.
In the Japanese domestic market known as JDM, production of the T200 series was known as SS-I and SS-II. Outside of the U.S market production continued for the Japanese, European, Australian and British markets of the famous GT-Four and All-Track models. The GT-Four/All Trac is known to be the most powerful produced to date, pumping out 239 HP export version and 251 HP JDM (3S-GTE engine).
The car proved to be quite competitive in the 1995 World Rally Championship, so competitive that the car was banned from the competition for a year after its single victory. The sixth generation Celica was banned due to a "turbocharger fix" which Toyota claimed they knew nothing of the fix. Opponents in the World Rally Championship say it was cleverly engineered device which allowed no air path restriction on the intake.
Later in Australia the sixth generation ST204 was available in SX and ZR trim levels, the engine was a 2.2 liter. In the following years between 1998-1999 Australia also offered an SX-R model which included black/red interior, white tachometer, fog lights, and alloy wheels.
The ST205 only available in Australia and sold as of 1994, was the final GT-Four Celica. There was a limited delivery as only 77 ST205's were introduced. They featured a individual numbered plaque in the cabin and a Group A Rallye badge on the hatch.
In August 1995, JDM added the SS-III with minor changes. All of the front drive train models received a new front bumper design and newly created tail lights. As far as performance and suspension, the SS-III came standard with the Super Strut Suspension and side aerodynamic rocker panels. The GT-Four also received new rocker panels, new alloy wheels, and a restyled rear spoiler.
To celebrate 25 years of Celica, the SS-I and SS-II were available in Special Editions only released in Japan. These Special Edition Celicas include special emblems inside the cabin, by the sunroof and the front seats, as well as the front fenders.
As of 1997 the North American GT Coupe was discontinued, in the JDM market the Celica received a minor change.
Last but not leased in 1998 the underpowered ST model was discontinued, leaving only GT models, soon after a years absence the GT coupe returned. A year later the Celica lineup eliminated coupes leaving the GT liftback and convertible.
