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Toyota Mark II GX 81 2.0 i 24V (135 Hp)
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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)
GX 81 Overview:
Toyota Mark II (GX 81). 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 24V (135 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A well-balanced engine offering sufficient power for most driving situations, with smooth operation characteristic of Toyota's inline-six (likely 1G-FE).
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel economy for its performance, striking a good balance between power and running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional reliability and durability
- • Comfortable and spacious interior
- • Smooth inline-six engine options
- • Classic JDM styling
- • Strong aftermarket support for certain engines
Cons:
- • Outdated safety features by modern standards
- • Fuel economy can be poor on larger engines
- • Rust can be an issue in certain climates
- • Finding well-maintained examples can be challenging
- • Handling is more comfort-oriented than sporty
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Wagon (GX70): 1984 - 1997).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Mark II |
| Generation: | GX 81 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 i 24V (135 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1988 |
| End of production: | 1992 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 135 Hp |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1G-FE [Same engine] More details about the engine 1G-FE |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.1 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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