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Toyota Crown XIV Royal (S210, facelift 2016) 2.5 V6 24V (203 Hp) ECT
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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)
XIV Royal (S210, facelift 2016) Overview:
Toyota Crown (XIV Royal (S210, facelift 2016)). With 243 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1560 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 V6 24V (203 Hp) ECT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A traditional V6 offering smooth, linear power delivery. It feels more responsive at higher speeds than the hybrid, with a more engaging engine note.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for a naturally aspirated V6 of this size, but significantly less efficient than the hybrid options, especially in city driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and quiet cabin
- • Proven Toyota reliability and durability
- • Efficient hybrid powertrains available
- • Refined interior quality and features
- • Smooth power delivery across all engines
Cons:
- • Primarily JDM, limited availability outside Japan
- • Not as sporty or engaging to drive as some European rivals
- • CVT can feel detached under hard acceleration (hybrid models)
- • V6 models are less fuel-efficient
- • Conservative styling may not appeal to all
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(XIV Royal (S210): 2014 - 2015).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Crown |
| Generation: | XIV Royal (S210, facelift 2016) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 V6 24V (203 Hp) ECT |
| Start of production: | 2016 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 203 Hp @ 6400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 81.2 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 243 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 4GR-FSE More details about the engine 4GR-FSE |
| Engine displacement: | 2499 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.4 l |
| Coolant: | 11 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 77 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 12:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.7 kg/Hp, 130.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 155.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1560 |
| Max. weight: | 1835 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 71 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4895 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1800 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1460 mm mm [15mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2850 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1545 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1545 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 145 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 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 | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | ECT |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 215/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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