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Toyota Crown XII Royal (S180) 2.5 i-Four V6 24V (215 Hp) 4WD Automatic
Overall Rating
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 Royal (S180) Overview:
Toyota Crown (XII Royal (S180)). With 260 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1620 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. 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 i-Four V6 24V (215 Hp) 4WD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2.5L 4GR-FSE V6 provides adequate power for daily driving, offering smooth operation. The i-Four system enhances grip, making it a stable choice for varied conditions.
Fuel Economy
Offers a slightly better fuel economy balance than the 3.0L 4WD, but the 4WD system still impacts overall efficiency compared to its RWD counterpart. A good compromise.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and refinement
- • Reliable and durable V6 engines
- • Luxurious and spacious interior
- • Advanced technology for its era (e.g., direct injection, AWD options)
- • Smooth automatic transmissions
Cons:
- • Primarily a JDM model, limited availability outside Japan
- • Fuel economy, while respectable, isn't class-leading
- • Some parts may be harder to source internationally
- • Styling might be considered conservative by some
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Saloon (XS10): 2002 - 2008).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Crown |
| Generation: | XII Royal (S180) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 i-Four V6 24V (215 Hp) 4WD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 215 Hp @ 6400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 86 Hp/l [145mm more] |
| Torque: | 260 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 4GR-FSE More details about the engine 4GR-FSE |
| Engine displacement: | 2499 |
| 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: | 6.4 l |
| Coolant: | 9.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 77 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 12:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.5 kg/Hp, 132.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.2 kg/Nm, 160.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1620 |
| Max. weight: | 1895 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 71 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4840 mm mm [145mm more] |
| Width: | 1780 mm mm [85mm more] |
| Height: | 1485 mm mm [40mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2850 mm mm [65mm more] |
| Front track: | 1525 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1520 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 150 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| 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 | 215/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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