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Toyota Cresta GX80 2.0 i (170 Hp)
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Toyota Cresta:
The Toyota Cresta is a mid-size luxury car built by Toyota. It was launched in 1980 and shared the chassis with the Mark II/Cressida and Chaser and was the top-level car at Japanese dealership Toyota Vista Store. The Cresta was produced for five generations, and production stopped in 2001 when it was merged with the Chaser to form the short-lived Verossa. The goal of the Cresta was to offer a more luxurious package than the Mark II, while the Chaser was the performance-oriented version of the same platform, but sold at different dealerships....(Read more on Wikipedia)
GX80 Overview:
Toyota Cresta (GX80). 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 Cresta GX80 was produced before Euro NCAP testing began in 1997, therefore, no official safety rating is available. Safety features were basic by modern standards.
2.0 i (170 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This 2.0L engine, likely a high-output 1G-GE variant, provided an impressive 170 Hp, making it one of the most potent naturally aspirated 2.0L engines in its class. It offered lively performance and a sporty feel.
Fuel Economy
While offering excellent performance for its displacement, this high-revving 2.0L engine would likely have slightly higher fuel consumption compared to the 150 Hp version, especially when driven enthusiastically.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent reliability and durability, typical of Toyota.
- • Smooth and refined ride quality, ideal for long journeys.
- • Comfortable and spacious interior for its class.
- • Variety of capable engines, from economical to performance-oriented.
- • Classic JDM styling with a timeless appeal.
Cons:
- • Fuel economy is not competitive by modern standards.
- • Lack of advanced safety features (common for its era).
- • Finding parts can be challenging outside of Japan.
- • Performance of base engines can feel dated compared to modern cars.
- • Interior plastics can show age and wear.
Specifications:
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Cresta |
| Generation: | GX80 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 i (170 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1988 |
| End of production: | 1992 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 170 Hp |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1G-GZE |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
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