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Toyota Crown XI Wagon (S170) 2.5i 24V (200 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 Wagon (S170) Overview:
Toyota Crown (XI Wagon (S170)). With 255 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1620 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.5i 24V (200 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Equipped with the venerable 1JZ-GE, this engine offers smooth, refined power, perfectly adequate for daily driving and comfortable cruising. It's not a performance monster but delivers reliable, consistent acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is average for a naturally aspirated 2.5L inline-six of its time and vehicle size, expect moderate consumption, especially in city driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and refinement, typical of the Crown lineage.
- • Legendary Toyota reliability, especially with the JZ-series engines.
- • Spacious and practical wagon body style with a large cargo area.
- • Wide range of smooth and powerful inline-six engines, including turbocharged options.
- • Excellent value on the used market for a luxury JDM vehicle.
Cons:
- • Fuel economy is generally poor across the lineup, particularly for larger engines.
- • Outdated safety features compared to modern vehicles, lacking active safety aids.
- • Steering can feel vague and disconnected, prioritizing comfort over sportiness.
- • Limited availability outside of Japan, making parts and specialized servicing potentially challenging.
- • Interior design, while luxurious for its time, may appear dated to some.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(X Saloon (S150, facelift 1997): 1998 - 1999).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Crown |
| Generation: | XI Wagon (S170) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5i 24V (200 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 200 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 80.3 Hp/l [140mm more] |
| Torque: | 255 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1JZ-GE More details about the engine 1JZ-GE |
| 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: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 71.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.1 kg/Hp, 123.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 157.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1620 |
| Max. weight: | 1895 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4835 mm mm [140mm more] |
| Width: | 1765 mm mm [70mm more] |
| Height: | 1510 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2780 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1495 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1475 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 150 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 | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Tires size | 215/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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