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Toyota Crown XII Athlete (S180, facelift 2005) 2.5 i-Four V6 24V (215 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)
XII Athlete (S180, facelift 2005) Overview:
Toyota Crown (XII Athlete (S180, facelift 2005)). With 260 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1630 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.5 i-Four V6 24V (215 Hp) 4WD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers smooth and adequate performance for daily driving, with the 4WD system providing enhanced traction and stability in varied conditions. Not overtly sporty, but capable.
Fuel Economy
The 2.5L V6 with direct injection offers reasonable fuel economy for a 4WD luxury sedan of its size, though the 4WD system adds a slight penalty compared to RWD variants.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional Toyota reliability and build quality
- • Smooth and powerful V6 engine options, especially the 3.5L
- • Luxurious and comfortable interior with excellent ride quality
- • Advanced features for its time (e.g., direct injection, 4WD option)
- • Strong resale value in some markets
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be average for the larger engines
- • Primarily a JDM vehicle, parts and servicing might be challenging outside Japan
- • Styling might be too conservative for some tastes
- • Lack of official Euro NCAP safety rating
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(XII Royal (S180): 2003 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Crown |
| Generation: | XII Athlete (S180, facelift 2005) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 i-Four V6 24V (215 Hp) 4WD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2005 |
| End of production: | 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 215 Hp @ 6400 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 86 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 260 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 4GR-FSE [Same engine] More details about the engine 4GR-FSE |
| Engine displacement: | 2499 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.4 l |
| Coolant: | 9.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 77 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 12:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.6 kg/Hp, 131.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 159.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1630 |
| Max. weight: | 1905 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 71 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4840 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1780 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1485 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2850 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1525 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1520 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 150 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 225/45 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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