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Toyota Crown Estate (S170, facelift 2001) 2.5 Four 24V (196 Hp) 4WD Automatic
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Toyota Crown:
The Toyota Crown is an automobile which has been produced by Toyota in Japan since 1955. It is primarily a line of executive cars that is marketed as an upscale offering in the Toyota lineup.
In North America, the first through fourth generations were offered from 1958 through 1972, being replaced by the Corona Mark II. The Crown nameplate returned to the North American market in 2022, when the sixteenth-generation model was released. The Crown has also been partially succeeded in export markets by its closely related sibling, the Lexus GS, which since its debut in 1991 as the Toyota Aristo has always shared the Crown's platform and powertrain options. Later models of the GS and Crown have taken on a very strong aesthetic kinship through shared design cues....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Estate (S170, facelift 2001) Overview:
Toyota Crown (Estate (S170, facelift 2001)). With 255 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1670 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.5 Four 24V (196 Hp) 4WD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a smooth and adequate power delivery for daily driving, with the 4WD system providing excellent traction and stability in varied conditions, though not designed for outright speed.
Fuel Economy
Average fuel economy for a naturally aspirated 2.5L inline-six with 4WD, acceptable for its class and era.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and refinement, typical of the Crown lineage.
- • Legendary Toyota reliability across all engine options, especially the JZ series.
- • Spacious and practical station wagon body style with a large trunk.
- • Smooth and powerful inline-six engines, offering a range from economical to high-performance.
- • High build quality and durable interior materials.
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be a concern, especially with the larger turbocharged engines.
- • Steering feel can be somewhat vague, prioritizing comfort over sportiness.
- • Primarily a JDM vehicle, parts and specialized servicing might be harder to find outside Japan.
- • Outdated infotainment and safety technology compared to modern vehicles.
- • Exterior styling might be considered conservative by some.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(XI Royal (S170): 1999 - 2001).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Crown |
| Generation: | Estate (S170, facelift 2001) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 Four 24V (196 Hp) 4WD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2001 |
| End of production: | 2007 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 196 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 78.7 Hp/l [15mm more] |
| Torque: | 255 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1JZ-GE More details about the engine 1JZ-GE |
| Engine displacement: | 2491 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, VVT-i |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 71.5 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.5 kg/Hp, 117.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.5 kg/Nm, 152.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1670 |
| Max. weight: | 1945 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 530 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4835 mm [15mm more] |
| Width: | 1765 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1525 mm [55mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2780 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1490 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1470 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 150 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.2 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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