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Toyota Crown XI Athlete (S170) 2.5 T 24V (280 Hp) Automatic
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Toyota Crown:
The Toyota Crown is an automobile which has been produced by Toyota in Japan since 1955. It is primarily a line of executive cars that is marketed as an upscale offering in the Toyota lineup.
In North America, the first through fourth generations were offered from 1958 through 1972, being replaced by the Corona Mark II. The Crown nameplate returned to the North American market in 2022, when the sixteenth-generation model was released. The Crown has also been partially succeeded in export markets by its closely related sibling, the Lexus GS, which since its debut in 1991 as the Toyota Aristo has always shared the Crown's platform and powertrain options. Later models of the GS and Crown have taken on a very strong aesthetic kinship through shared design cues....(Read more on Wikipedia)
XI Athlete (S170) Overview:
Toyota Crown (XI Athlete (S170)). With 378 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1600 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.5 T 24V (280 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Exceptional performance thanks to the legendary 1JZ-GTE turbo engine, offering strong acceleration and a thrilling driving experience for a luxury sedan.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is moderate, as expected from a powerful turbocharged inline-six from this era, especially under spirited driving conditions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Legendary engine reliability (1JZ/2JZ)
- • Excellent ride comfort and refinement
- • Spacious and well-appointed interior
- • Strong performance, especially with turbo variants
- • Robust RWD platform
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be high for powerful variants
- • Dated interior technology by modern standards
- • Limited availability outside Japan (JDM import challenges)
- • Soft suspension might not appeal to all enthusiasts
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(X Saloon (S150, facelift 1997): 1998 - 1999).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Crown |
| Generation: | XI Athlete (S170) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 T 24V (280 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 280 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 112.4 Hp/l [125mm more] |
| Torque: | 378 Nm @ 2400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1JZ-GTE More details about the engine 1JZ-GTE |
| Engine displacement: | 2491 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.4 l |
| Coolant: | 8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 71.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.7 kg/Hp, 175 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.2 kg/Nm, 236.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1600 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 530 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4820 mm mm [125mm more] |
| Width: | 1765 mm mm [70mm more] |
| Height: | 1455 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2780 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1495 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1470 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 145 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Tires size | 225/50 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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