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Toyota Aristo S14 3.0 i 24V (230 Hp)
Overall Rating
Toyota Aristo:
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S14 Overview:
Toyota Aristo (S14). With 284 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1570 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.
The Toyota Aristo S14 was produced before Euro NCAP testing became standard. As a vehicle from the early 1990s, its safety features are typical for its era, lacking modern active safety systems and advanced crash structures.
3.0 i 24V (230 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The naturally aspirated 2JZ-GE engine provides smooth, refined power, offering more than adequate performance for daily driving and comfortable highway cruising. It's known for its linear power delivery.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 9.3 l/100 km, this variant offers a slightly more economical option than its turbocharged counterpart, making it a practical choice for regular use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Legendary 2JZ engines (both GTE and GE) known for reliability and durability
- • Exceptional performance, especially from the 2JZ-GTE turbo variant
- • High level of comfort and refinement for a luxury sedan of its era
- • Robust build quality and strong chassis
- • Significant tuning potential for the turbocharged model
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be high, particularly for the turbo model under spirited driving
- • Interior design and technology are dated by modern standards
- • Parts availability for specific JDM components can be challenging outside Japan
- • Older safety technology compared to contemporary vehicles
- • Automatic transmission options are not as engaging as modern gearboxes
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Aristo |
| Generation: | S14 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 i 24V (230 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1991 |
| End of production: | 1997 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 230 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 76.7 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 284 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 2JZ-GE |
| Engine displacement: | 2997 |
| 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: | 5.4 l |
| Coolant: | 7.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.1:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.3 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.8 kg/Hp, 146.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 180.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1570 |
| Max. weight: | 1845 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 404 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4865 mm mm |
| Width: | 1795 mm mm |
| Height: | 1420 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2780 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1535 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1510 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 215/65 R15 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
Behind the wheel of the Toyota Aristo. How does it handle on the road?