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Toyota Scepter V10 3.0 i V6 24V (188 Hp)
Overall Rating
Toyota Scepter:
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V10 Overview:
Toyota Scepter (V10). With 255 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1480 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Toyota Scepter V10 was produced before Euro NCAP testing began in 1997, so no official rating is available. Safety features were standard for its era, including ABS on higher trims, but it would not meet modern safety standards.
3.0 i V6 24V (188 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A slightly detuned but still very capable V6, offering strong and refined power delivery suitable for most driving scenarios.
Fuel Economy
Provides a reasonable balance of power and fuel efficiency for a V6, with a commendable combined fuel economy figure for its class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional Toyota reliability and durability
- • Comfortable and spacious interior, ideal for long journeys
- • Smooth and refined V6 engine options
- • Good build quality and robust engineering
- • Predictable and stable handling
Cons:
- • Styling may appear dated by modern standards
- • Base 2.2L engine can feel underpowered for some
- • Fuel economy for V6 models is not class-leading by today's standards
- • Not designed for sporty driving dynamics
- • Limited advanced safety features compared to newer vehicles
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Scepter |
| Generation: | V10 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 i V6 24V (188 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1991 |
| End of production: | 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 188 Hp @ 5400 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 63.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 255 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2958 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.8 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.9 kg/Hp, 127 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.8 kg/Nm, 172.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1480 |
| Max. weight: | 1755 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4780 mm mm |
| Width: | 1770 mm mm |
| Height: | 1410 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2620 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1545 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1500 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/65 R15 H |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Wishbone |
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