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Toyota Crown Majesta III (S170) 4.0 V8 32V (280 Hp) Automatic
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Toyota Crown Majesta:
The Toyota Crown Majesta is a full-size luxury sedan from Toyota. It is an upmarket variant of the Crown and serves as Toyota's flagship model in various countries.
The Crown Majesta appeared after the international introduction of the Celsior/Lexus LS in late 1989; the Celsior was exclusive to Toyopet Store locations on a newer platform. The Crown Majesta, positioned as a modern limousine alternative to the already existing Century and shares the flagship role, was exclusive to Toyota Japanese dealerships called Toyota Store. The Crown Majesta appeared before the Aristo/Lexus GS, which was assigned to Toyota Vista Store locations and shared the Crown and Crown Majesta platform....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III (S170) Overview:
Toyota Crown Majesta (III (S170)). With 402 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1660 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.
4.0 V8 32V (280 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Strong and refined performance, identical to the i-Four variant but with rear-wheel drive. The 1UZ-FE V8 delivers smooth power, ideal for luxurious cruising.
Fuel Economy
Similar to the i-Four, fuel economy is a weakness. The powerful V8 engine demands significant fuel, making it less economical for frequent city driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and refinement
- • Legendary Toyota reliability, especially the 1UZ-FE and 2JZ-GE engines
- • Spacious and luxurious interior for its class
- • Smooth and powerful V8 engine options
- • Excellent value on the used market
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption, particularly for the V8 models
- • Dated technology and infotainment by modern standards
- • Limited availability outside of Japan (JDM import challenges)
- • Soft suspension might not appeal to all drivers
- • Parts availability can be challenging for specific JDM components
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (S150, facelift 1997): 1997 - 1999).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Crown Majesta |
| Generation: | III (S170) |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.0 V8 32V (280 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 280 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 70.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 402 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1UZ-FE [Same engine] More details about the engine 1UZ-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 3968 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.9 kg/Hp, 168.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.1 kg/Nm, 242.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1660 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4900 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1795 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1465 mm mm [35mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2800 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Front track: | 1535 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1510 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 150 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.0 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 215/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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