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Toyota Will VS 1.8 16V (190 Hp)
Overall Rating
Toyota Will:
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VS Overview:
Toyota Will (VS). With 180 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~12 l/100km). Weighing only 1190 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 220 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Toyota Will VS was a Japan-only model and was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. Its safety performance would be based on contemporary Japanese domestic market standards.
1.8 16V (190 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This high-revving engine (likely 2ZZ-GE) provides strong, sporty performance, making the Will VS surprisingly quick and engaging for its segment.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is decent when driven conservatively, but can drop significantly when the engine is pushed into its higher RPM range.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unique and distinctive styling that stands out
- • Toyota's renowned reliability and durability
- • Range of engines, including a potent 190 hp option
- • Practical hatchback body style with decent cargo space
- • Good value as a JDM import
Cons:
- • JDM-only model, making parts and servicing challenging outside Japan
- • Interior design might feel dated compared to modern cars
- • Not officially crash-tested by Euro NCAP
- • Limited availability and higher import costs for international buyers
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Will |
| Generation: | VS |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 16V (190 Hp) |
| Start of production: | April, 2001 |
| End of production: | April, 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 190 Hp @ 7600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 105.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 180 Nm @ 6800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 2ZZ-GE |
| Engine displacement: | 1796 |
| 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 oil capacity: | 4.4 l |
| Coolant: | 6.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 220 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.3 kg/Hp, 159.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.6 kg/Nm, 151.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1190 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4385 mm mm |
| Width: | 1720 mm mm |
| Height: | 1430 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2600 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1490 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1470 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 |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Trailing arm |
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