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Toyota Crown X Saloon (S150, facelift 1997) 2.4 DT 16V (97 Hp) Automatic
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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 Saloon (S150, facelift 1997) Overview:
Toyota Crown (X Saloon (S150, facelift 1997)). With 221 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1510 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.
2.4 DT 16V (97 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This diesel engine provides robust low-end torque suitable for relaxed cruising, though its 97 hp means acceleration is leisurely. Best for durability and steady highway driving.
Fuel Economy
Offers commendable fuel economy for a vehicle of its size, especially on longer journeys, making it a cost-effective option despite older diesel technology.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional reliability and durability
- • High levels of ride comfort and refinement
- • Spacious and well-appointed interior for its class
- • Smooth inline-six petrol engines
- • Strong build quality
Cons:
- • Performance can be modest, especially with the diesel and lower-powered petrols
- • Fuel economy of petrol engines can be average by modern standards
- • Dated safety technology compared to contemporary European rivals
- • Exterior styling might be considered conservative
- • Limited availability outside of Japan
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Comfort (XS10): 1995 - 1996).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Crown |
| Generation: | X Saloon (S150, facelift 1997) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 DT 16V (97 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1997 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 97 Hp @ 3800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 39.7 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| 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: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 21:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.6 kg/Hp, 64.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.8 kg/Nm, 146.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1510 |
| Max. weight: | 1785 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 530 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 73 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4695 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1695 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1460 mm [55mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2780 mm [5mm less] |
| Front track: | 1475 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1475 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 155 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 | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Tires size | 185/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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