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Toyota Crown Wagon (GS130) 2.4 DT (97 Hp)
Overall Rating
Toyota Crown:
The Toyota Crown is an automobile which has been produced by Toyota in Japan since 1955. It is primarily a line of executive cars that is marketed as an upscale offering in the Toyota lineup.
In North America, the first through fourth generations were offered from 1958 through 1972, being replaced by the Corona Mark II. The Crown nameplate returned to the North American market in 2022, when the sixteenth-generation model was released. The Crown has also been partially succeeded in export markets by its closely related sibling, the Lexus GS, which since its debut in 1991 as the Toyota Aristo has always shared the Crown's platform and powertrain options. Later models of the GS and Crown have taken on a very strong aesthetic kinship through shared design cues....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Wagon (GS130) Overview:
Toyota Crown (Wagon (GS130)). With 221 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1500 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.4 DT (97 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2.4L diesel engine prioritizes torque and fuel efficiency over outright speed. Performance is leisurely, best suited for utility, towing, or economical long-distance travel rather than dynamic driving.
Fuel Economy
This diesel variant delivers the best fuel economy of the lineup, making it an excellent choice for those prioritizing running costs and range, especially for commercial or high-mileage users.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional Toyota reliability and durability
- • Spacious and comfortable interior, ideal for families
- • Smooth and refined ride quality
- • Classic, understated styling with a strong presence
- • Strong aftermarket support and parts availability in some regions
Cons:
- • Fuel economy is not competitive by modern standards
- • Lack of modern safety features and driver aids
- • Performance can be leisurely with smaller engines
- • Dated interior technology and infotainment
- • Rust can be an issue in older, unmaintained examples
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(S1: 1983 - 1987).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Crown |
| Generation: | Wagon (GS130) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 DT (97 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1987 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 97 Hp @ 3800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 39.7 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 221 Nm @ 2400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 2L-TE More details about the engine 2L-TE |
| Engine displacement: | 2446 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.5 kg/Hp, 64.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.8 kg/Nm, 147.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1500 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4690 mm mm |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm |
| Height: | 1515 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2730 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1465 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1410 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Tires size | 185/75 SR14 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5Jx14 ET27 5x114.3 |
If you could change one thing about the Toyota Crown, what would it be?