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Toyota Crown XII Athlete (S180, facelift 2005) 3.5 V6 24V (315 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)
XII Athlete (S180, facelift 2005) Overview:
Toyota Crown (XII Athlete (S180, facelift 2005)). With 377 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 four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.5 V6 24V (315 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most potent option, delivering strong and exhilarating performance. The 315 Hp V6 transforms the Crown Athlete into a genuinely sporty sedan, with rapid acceleration and effortless overtaking.
Fuel Economy
While powerful, the 3.5L V6 with direct injection manages respectable fuel economy for its output. It's less economical than the 2.5L but offers a significant performance boost.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional Toyota reliability and build quality
- • Smooth and powerful V6 engine options, especially the 3.5L
- • Luxurious and comfortable interior with excellent ride quality
- • Advanced features for its time (e.g., direct injection, 4WD option)
- • Strong resale value in some markets
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be average for the larger engines
- • Primarily a JDM vehicle, parts and servicing might be challenging outside Japan
- • Styling might be too conservative for some tastes
- • Lack of official Euro NCAP safety rating
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(XII Athlete (S180): 2003 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Crown |
| Generation: | XII Athlete (S180, facelift 2005) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V6 24V (315 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2005 |
| End of production: | 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 315 Hp @ 6400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 91.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 377 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 2GR-FSE More details about the engine 2GR-FSE |
| Engine displacement: | 3456 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.3 l |
| Coolant: | 9.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 94 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83 mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.1 kg/Hp, 194.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.3 kg/Nm, 232.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1620 |
| Max. weight: | 1895 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 71 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4840 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1780 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1470 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2850 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1525 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1525 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 155 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 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 | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 225/45 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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