Toyota Crown XI Royal (S170, facelift 2001) 3.0 (200 Hp) Mild Hybrid 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)
XI Royal (S170, facelift 2001) Overview:
Toyota Crown (XI Royal (S170, facelift 2001)). With 294 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.
Performance Verdict
A pioneering mild-hybrid system for its time, offering adequate power with electric assist for smoother starts and potentially better low-end torque.
Fuel Economy
Expected to offer improved fuel economy, especially in urban driving, compared to the non-hybrid 3.0L, though still a large sedan.
Best Use Case:
City driving and mixed commuting where the hybrid system can provide efficiency benefits.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and refinement
- • Legendary Toyota reliability and durability
- • Smooth and powerful inline-six engines (especially 2JZ-FSE)
- • Spacious and well-appointed interior
- • High build quality and attention to detail
- • Available 4WD for enhanced traction
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be high, especially for larger engines and 4WD
- • Not designed for sporty handling; focuses on comfort
- • Parts availability can be challenging outside of Japan for some specific components
- • Dated infotainment and technology compared to modern vehicles
- • Resale value can vary significantly for imported models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(XI Royal (S170): 1999 - 2001).
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| Brand: | Toyota |
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| Model: | Crown |
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| Generation: | XI Royal (S170, facelift 2001) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 (200 Hp) Mild Hybrid Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 2001 |
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| End of production: | 2003 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | MHEV (Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle, power-assist hybrid, battery-assisted hybrid vehicles, BAHV) |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 200 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 66.7 Hp/l [Same length.] |
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| Torque: | 294 Nm @ 3600 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | 2JZ-FSE More details about the engine 2JZ-FSE |
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| Engine displacement: | 2997 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 5.4 l |
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| Coolant: | 7.5 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.3 kg/Hp, 120.5 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.6 kg/Nm, 177.1 Nm/tonne |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1660 |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4820 mm [Same length.] |
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| Width: | 1765 mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1465 mm [5mm less] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2780 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1495 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1470 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 165 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Tires size | 205/65 R15 |
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| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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| Electric: |
| Electric motor power: | 4 Hp |
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| Electric motor Torque: | 56 Nm |
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