The 4E-FE created 85 PS (63 kW 84 hp), which was enough to propel the car from 0 to 100 km/h within 7 seconds. The Glanza V was fitted with the turbocharged 1331 cc 4E-FTE and the Glanza S was powered by the naturally aspirated 1331 cc 4E-FE. The name “Glanza” means “Sparkle” or “Brilliancy” in German. Toyota Starlet Glanza: The Starlet Glanza is the sports version of the 90 series, and is the successor to the 80 series.
Production of the 90 series ceased in July 1999, just after the introduction of the Yaris.
Other updates included: revised interior fabric, new grille, tail lights and front bumpers.
Transmission options were: 4/5-speed manual 3/4-speed automatic. Engine options were: 1295 cc 2E I4, 1331 cc 4E-FE I4, 1331 cc 4E-FTE turbo I cc 1N diesel I4.
The Starlet 90 series shares its platform with the Paseo including engines, suspension and many other parts. The 90 series owns a unique design that is sloped-down belt line on the front doors.