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Toyota Regius Ace H200 2.0 (133 Hp) Automatic
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Toyota Regius Ace:
The Toyota HiAce is a light commercial vehicle produced by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Toyota. First launched in October 1967, the HiAce has since been available in a wide range of body configurations, including a minivan/MPV, minibus, panel van, crew van, pickup truck, taxi and an ambulance.
In the late 1960s, Toyota Auto Body, a Toyota subcontracting company, led the development of the HiAce as a small van with a one-box design, similar to European ones at the time, but, according to former Toyota senior employee Akira Kawahara, something unseen in the Japanese industry....(Read more on Wikipedia)
H200 Overview:
Toyota Regius Ace (H200). With 182 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1695 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. Seating for 3 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 (133 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2.0L 1TR-FE engine provides adequate power (133 Hp) for daily driving, light hauling, and urban tasks. While not exhilarating, it's sufficiently capable for a utility minivan.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 10.5 l/100 km, the economy is average for a rear-wheel-drive, automatic minivan of its size and era. It's not class-leading but acceptable.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional Toyota reliability and durability, especially the 1TR-FE engine.
- • Spacious and highly versatile interior, suitable for both passengers and cargo.
- • Practical and functional design, well-suited for utility purposes.
- • Good ground clearance for varied road conditions.
- • Strong resale value in relevant markets due to reputation.
Cons:
- • Modest performance; not designed for spirited driving.
- • Average fuel economy compared to more modern or smaller vehicles.
- • Basic interior features and limited advanced safety technology by today's standards.
- • Rear drum brakes are less effective than discs.
- • Primarily a JDM vehicle, limiting availability and parts outside Japan.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(H100: 1999 - 2004).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Regius Ace |
| Generation: | H200 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 (133 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | August, 2004 |
| End of production: | 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 3-9 |
| Doors: | 4-5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 133 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 66.6 Hp/l [265mm more] |
| Torque: | 182 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1TR-FE More details about the engine 1TR-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 12 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.5 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.3 kg/Hp, 81.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9 kg/Nm, 111.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1630-1760 |
| Max. weight: | 2870-3095 |
| Max load: | 1240-1335 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4695 mm mm [265mm more] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Height: | 1980 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2570 mm mm [240mm more] |
| Front track: | 1470 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1465 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 195 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10 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 | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 195/80 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent torsion bar, double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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