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Toyota Soarer III (facelift 1995) 3.0i V6 24V GT (230 Hp)
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Toyota Soarer:
The Toyota Soarer is a personal luxury GT coupé produced from 1981 to 2005 by Toyota and sold in Japan. It was available at both Japanese Toyota dealerships called Toyota Store and Toyopet Store, and it debuted with the Z10 series, replacing the Toyopet Store exclusive Mark II coupé, the Toyota Auto Store exclusive Chaser coupé, and both the Toyota Store exclusive Crown coupé and Carina coupé.
In 1986, the Z20 series Soarer was launched, based on the then-new A70 series Supra platform, which was exclusive to Toyota Corolla Store locations. In 1991, the Z30 series Soarer premiered in Japan, while its Lexus equivalent, the SC 300/400, debuted in the US market....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III (facelift 1995) Overview:
Toyota Soarer (III (facelift 1995)). With 284 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1540 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.0i V6 24V GT (230 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 3.0L inline-six (2JZ-GE) offers a smooth and robust power delivery, providing ample performance for daily driving and comfortable cruising. It's a highly reliable and well-regarded engine.
Fuel Economy
With 9.4 l/100 km, this engine offers the best fuel economy in the lineup, making it a more practical choice for those balancing performance with running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic JDM styling and presence.
- • Range of powerful and reliable engines (V8, Twin-Turbo, I6).
- • High levels of comfort and luxury for its era.
- • Excellent grand touring capabilities.
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be high, especially for performance models.
- • Parts availability for specific JDM components can be challenging.
- • Rear seats are cramped for adults.
- • Dated safety features compared to modern vehicles.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III: 1991 - 1995).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Soarer |
| Generation: | III (facelift 1995) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0i V6 24V GT (230 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 230 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 76.7 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 284 Nm @ 4800 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: | 10.1:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.7 kg/Hp, 149.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.4 kg/Nm, 184.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1540 |
| Max. weight: | 1815 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 78 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4860 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1790 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1350 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2690 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1520 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1520 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 | 215/60 R15 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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