TOYOTA CELICA GT-FOUR ST205: Toyota's rally-bred Cellca offers all-seasons fun, says Lewis Kingston, and is (mostly) wallet-friendly

摘要

The Toyota Celica GT-Four ST205 is a great candidate for anyone who's after a car with some World Rally Championship pedigree. It's a WRC-winning, turbocharged, four-wheel-drive hatchback that's easy to get parts for and well regarded for its reliability. The ST205 is also more distinctive, faster and more responsive than the ST185 that preceded it, adding to its appeal - even if it does lack the ultra-cool pop-up headlights. Back in May 1994, when we tested the car against the Ford Escort RS Cosworth, it was praised for its "sheer clarity of purpose", although ultimately the Ford came out on top, thanks to its lower purchase price and more appealing overall package.