Is 13 watts RMS good for a car stereo?

Question

I want to upgrade my sound system in a 2002 Toyota Celica but i don't want to buy an amp if i don't have to. Will 13 watts RMS be loud and clear?

Answer 1

It'll be okay.  When you turn it up, you will of course hear some distortion.  Whether or not it is tolerable to you is your call to make.

Answer 2

you dont really need an amp if your not getting a sub id just get a nice set of componet mids and highs that fit in where the stocks ones do that will improve the sound alot and you wont need alot of xtra power

Answer 3

no idea

Answer 4

If the speakers are good and it's an honest 13rms, not some phony rating like most stereo makers use, it'll be fair. You won't get a lot of bass.

Answer 5

13 watts is pretty low. You can easily find a 1,000 watt amp with around 170 watts RMS for under $200. Even a cheaper amp with 70 RMS watts will sound great in a Celica. Unless it's a higher-end system, 13 RMS watts wont be good for high volume or bass.