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Toyota Vista Ardeo ((V50) 1.8 i 16V (136 Hp)
Overall Rating
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Ardeo ((V50) Overview:
Toyota Vista (Ardeo ((V50)). With 171 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11 l/100km). With a weight of 1310 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.8 i 16V (136 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A well-balanced engine, providing sufficient power for most driving scenarios while prioritizing fuel efficiency. Adequate for city and light highway use, offering a smooth and predictable drive.
Fuel Economy
Expected to be the most fuel-efficient option in the lineup (estimated 9-10 l/100km urban), offering lower running costs for daily commutes and urban driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent Toyota reliability and durability
- • Spacious and practical station wagon body with ample cargo space
- • Comfortable and compliant ride quality, ideal for long journeys
- • Good fuel economy for FWD variants, especially the 1.8L
- • Available 4WD option for enhanced traction in varied conditions
Cons:
- • Dated interior design and technology by modern standards
- • Performance is adequate but not exhilarating, especially with the 4WD system
- • 4WD fuel economy can be notably high in urban driving
- • Limited availability outside Japan, making parts and servicing potentially challenging
- • Lack of modern active safety features (common for its production era)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(V40: 1995 - 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Vista |
| Generation: | Ardeo ((V50) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 i 16V (136 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2003 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 136 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 75.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 171 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1794 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 91.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.6 kg/Hp, 103.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.7 kg/Nm, 130.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1310 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4665 mm mm [40mm more] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1515 mm mm [105mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Front track: | 1475 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1460 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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