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Toyota Mark II G71 2.0 i (160 Hp)
Overall Rating
Toyota Mark II:
The Toyota Mark II is a compact, later mid-size sedan manufactured and marketed in Japan by Toyota between 1968 and 2004. Prior to 1972, the model was marketed as the Toyota Corona Mark II. In most export markets, Toyota marketed the vehicle as the Toyota Cressida between 1976 and 1992 across four generations. Toyota replaced the rear-wheel-drive Cressida in North America with the front-wheel-drive Avalon. Every Mark II and Cressida was manufactured at the Motomachi plant at Toyota, Aichi, Japan from September 1968 to October 1993, and later at Toyota Motor Kyushu's Miyata plant from December 1992 to October 2000, with some models also assembled in Jakarta, Indonesia and Parañaque, Philippines as the Cressida....(Read more on Wikipedia)
G71 Overview:
Toyota Mark II (G71). A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 i (160 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1G-GEU DOHC 24-valve engine offered spirited performance for its time, delivering a smooth and responsive driving experience thanks to its 160 Hp output, making it one of the more powerful 2.0L options in its class.
Fuel Economy
While not class-leading by modern standards, the naturally aspirated 2.0L inline-six provided reasonable fuel economy for a performance-oriented sedan of the mid-80s, balancing power with everyday usability.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Renowned Toyota reliability and durability
- • Smooth and relatively powerful 1G-GEU engine for its era
- • Comfortable and spacious interior for an executive sedan
- • Classic JDM styling with a strong enthusiast following
- • Potential for collector value and easy modification
Cons:
- • Outdated safety features by modern standards
- • Fuel economy not competitive with contemporary vehicles
- • Parts availability can be challenging for specific components
- • Lack of modern amenities and technology
- • Susceptible to rust in certain climates due to age
Specifications:
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Mark II |
| Generation: | G71 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 i (160 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1984 |
| End of production: | 1988 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 160 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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