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Toyota Mark II JZX100 3.0 i 24V (220 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)
JZX100 Overview:
Toyota Mark II (JZX100). With 294 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1460 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 210 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.0 i 24V (220 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2JZ-GE VVTi provides strong, linear power and ample torque, making it an excellent engine for comfortable cruising and spirited driving.
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel economy; better than the turbo but higher than the 2.0L variants, a fair trade-off for its robust power delivery.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Legendary inline-six engines (1JZ-GTE, 2JZ-GE) with high tuning potential
- • Robust and reliable RWD platform
- • Comfortable and spacious interior for a sedan
- • Smooth ride quality, ideal for long journeys
- • Distinctive JDM styling and strong aftermarket support
- • Excellent reliability reputation
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be poor, especially with turbocharged variants
- • Parts availability can be challenging outside of Japan
- • Older safety technology compared to modern vehicles
- • Prone to rust in certain climates
- • Not officially sold in many international markets
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(GX90: 1992 - 1996).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Mark II |
| Generation: | JZX100 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 i 24V (220 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 220 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 73.4 Hp/l [10mm more] |
| Torque: | 294 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2997 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 210 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.6 kg/Hp, 150.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5 kg/Nm, 201.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1460 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4760 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Width: | 1760 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Height: | 1400 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2730 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1485 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1495 mm |
| 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 |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Wishbone |
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