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Toyota Starlet generations and tyre sizes

Starlet

P6

1978 – 1980
Petrol33–39 kW (45–53 PS)Manual
Starlet

P6 (1. Facelift)

1980 – 1982
Petrol33–48 kW (45–65 PS)Manual / Automatic
Starlet

P6 (2. Facelift)

1982 – 1984
Petrol33 kW (45 PS)Manual
Starlet

P7

1985 – 1990
Diesel, Petrol40–55 kW (54–75 PS)Manual
Starlet

P8

1990 – 1996
Petrol55 kW (75 PS)Manual
Starlet

P9

1996 – 1999
Petrol55 kW (75 PS)Manual / Automatic

For the Toyota Starlet in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (rated 9.0/10) and Nokian WR D4 (rated 8.6/10). The Toyota Starlet uses 3 tyre sizes across 6 generations. The Continental WinterContact TS 860 excels in Wet performance while the Nokian WR D4 stands out in Snow performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Winter tyres for Toyota Starlet - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for Toyota Starlet

Best tyres for Toyota Starlet by category

Best for dry
Continental WinterContact TS 860
8.6/10
Best for wet
Continental WinterContact TS 860
9.4/10
Best for comfort
Continental WinterContact TS 860
8.1/10
Best for noise
Continental WinterContact TS 860
7.9/10
Best for snow
Nokian WR D4
9.4/10
Best budget
Barum Polaris 3
7.7/10
Best overall
Continental WinterContact TS 860
9.0/10

Tyre comparison for Toyota Starlet

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium50%
2Nokian WR D48.67.38.27.07.3Upper-middle50%
3Hankook Winter i*cept RS W4428.1----Upper-middle100%
4Falken EuroWinter HS018.07.87.47.87.7Upper-middle50%
5Barum Polaris 37.7----Budget50%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Toyota Starlet?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Toyota Starlet are: Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.0/10), Nokian WR D4 (8.6/10), Hankook Winter i*cept RS W442 (8.1/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Toyota Starlet?
The Toyota Starlet uses the following tyre sizes: / R, 165/70 R13, 145/80 R13.
How many generations does the Toyota Starlet have?
The Toyota Starlet has 6 generations, from 1978 to 1996.
What is the best budget tyre for Toyota Starlet?
The highest-rated budget option for Toyota Starlet is the Barum Polaris 3 with a rating of 7.7/10 (Budget segment).
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Toyota Starlet?
For wet road performance on Toyota Starlet, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Uniroyal MS Plus 77 (7.9/10).
Are Continental WinterContact TS 860 good for Toyota Starlet?
Yes, the Continental WinterContact TS 860 is the top-rated tyre for Toyota Starlet with a rating of 9.0/10. Its strongest discipline is wet. It covers 50% of Toyota Starlet tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Toyota Starlet?
To choose the right tyres for Toyota Starlet: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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