Toyota Crown X Royal (S150, facelift 1997) 2.5 24V (200 Hp) Automatic


Overall Rating

8.1 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.0 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 3.8 / 5
Comfort 4.5 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

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)

X Royal (S150, facelift 1997) Overview:

Toyota Crown (X Royal (S150, facelift 1997)). With 255 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1500 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.

2.5 24V (200 Hp) Automatic Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

A strong and responsive engine, providing a good balance of power and refinement for a luxury sedan.

Fuel Economy

Acceptable fuel economy for a 2.5L inline-six, slightly better than its 4WD counterpart.

Best Use Case: Comfortable highway cruising and spirited driving.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Exceptional ride comfort and interior refinement.
  • • Legendary Toyota reliability and durability across all engine options.
  • • Wide range of powerful and economical inline-six engines, including 4WD options.
  • • Spacious cabin and large trunk capacity.

Cons:

  • • Outdated safety features compared to modern vehicles.
  • • Fuel economy can be high on larger petrol engines, especially with 4WD.
  • • Soft suspension tuning might not appeal to those seeking a sporty drive.
  • • Primarily a JDM vehicle, parts and specialized service might be harder to find outside Japan.

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(X Royal (S150, facelift 1997): 1997 - 1999).

General:
Brand:Toyota
Model:Crown
Generation:X Royal (S150, facelift 1997)
Modification (Engine):2.5 24V (200 Hp) Automatic
Start of production:1998
End of production:1999
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:200 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:80.3 Hp/l [Same length.]
Torque:255 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:1JZ-GE More details about the engine 1JZ-GE
Engine displacement:2491
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:4.5 l
Coolant:7 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:86 mm
Piston Stroke:71.5 mm
Compression ratio:11:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Weight-to-power ratio:7.5 kg/Hp, 133.3 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:5.9 kg/Nm, 170 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:1500
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:530 l
Fuel tank capacity:73 l
Size:
Length:4820 mm [Same length.]
Width:1760 mm [Same width.]
Height:1425 mm [10mm less]
Wheelbase:2780 mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1485 mm
Rear (Back) track:1495 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):150 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):11.0 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of gears4
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc [above average]
Tires size215/60 R15
Wheel rims size15
Front suspensionDouble wishbone
Rear suspensionDouble wishbone

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