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Toyota Crown XII Royal (S180) 3.0 i-Four V6 24V (256 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 Royal (S180) Overview:
Toyota Crown (XII Royal (S180)). With 314 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1650 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.
3.0 i-Four V6 24V (256 Hp) 4WD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Retains the strong performance of the RWD 3.0L V6, with the added benefit of i-Four all-wheel drive providing superior traction and stability, especially in adverse conditions.
Fuel Economy
The i-Four 4WD system will slightly increase fuel consumption compared to the RWD variant due to added drivetrain losses and weight. Expect a minor trade-off in efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and refinement
- • Reliable and durable V6 engines
- • Luxurious and spacious interior
- • Advanced technology for its era (e.g., direct injection, AWD options)
- • Smooth automatic transmissions
Cons:
- • Primarily a JDM model, limited availability outside Japan
- • Fuel economy, while respectable, isn't class-leading
- • Some parts may be harder to source internationally
- • Styling might be considered conservative by some
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Saloon (XS10): 2002 - 2008).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Crown |
| Generation: | XII Royal (S180) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 i-Four V6 24V (256 Hp) 4WD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 256 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 85.5 Hp/l [145mm more] |
| Torque: | 314 Nm @ 3600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 3GR-FSE More details about the engine 3GR-FSE |
| Engine displacement: | 2994 |
| 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: | 87.5 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83 mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.4 kg/Hp, 155.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.3 kg/Nm, 190.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1650 |
| Max. weight: | 1925 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 71 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4840 mm [145mm more] |
| Width: | 1780 mm [85mm more] |
| Height: | 1485 mm [40mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2850 mm [65mm more] |
| 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 | 6 |
| 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 | 215/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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