In 1978 Toyota Motor Company marketed a sports car, the Celica XX (Double X), for addition to the Celica series. Toyota developed the Celica XX in respond to the demand from customers in the expanding specialty car market for a car worthy to be called a true grand touring car. Although the Celica XX basically borrowed its styling from the Celica Lift Back, designed with close attention to aerodynamics, its front body was marked by a long nose, its overall length and width had been increased and rectangular headlamps had been utilized. Two engine types were available for the Celica XX: the M-EU type (1988cc, 6-cylinder, with EFI), and the 4M-EU type (2563cc, 6-cylinder, with EFI). These engines gave the Celica XX good power and a pleasant driving performance. Interior and exterior finish and equipment have all been up-graded. The Celica XX was available in L, S and G configurations, for overall ten versions.