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Toyota Cresta GX90 2.5 i 24V (180 Hp)
Overall Rating
Toyota Cresta:
The Toyota Cresta is a mid-size luxury car built by Toyota. It was launched in 1980 and shared the chassis with the Mark II/Cressida and Chaser and was the top-level car at Japanese dealership Toyota Vista Store. The Cresta was produced for five generations, and production stopped in 2001 when it was merged with the Chaser to form the short-lived Verossa. The goal of the Cresta was to offer a more luxurious package than the Mark II, while the Chaser was the performance-oriented version of the same platform, but sold at different dealerships....(Read more on Wikipedia)
GX90 Overview:
Toyota Cresta (GX90). With 235 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1370 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. 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 Cresta GX90 was primarily a Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) vehicle produced before Euro NCAP testing became widespread for such models. Therefore, no official Euro NCAP rating is available. Safety features are typical for its era, including ABS on some trims, but lack modern active safety systems.
2.5 i 24V (180 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2.5L (likely 1JZ-GE) strikes an excellent balance between power and refinement. It offers strong, linear acceleration and a smooth operating character, making it a highly desirable engine for most drivers.
Fuel Economy
With a stated 16 l/100 km (approximately 14.7 mpg US), this engine is quite thirsty. While offering good performance, owners should be prepared for higher fuel costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional Toyota reliability and build quality
- • Comfortable and spacious interior for its class
- • Smooth ride quality, ideal for long journeys
- • Rear-wheel-drive platform offers engaging driving dynamics
- • Wide range of engine options, including powerful inline-sixes
- • Classic JDM styling with a strong enthusiast following
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be poor, especially with larger engines
- • Dated safety features compared to modern vehicles
- • Parts availability can be challenging outside of Japan
- • Not officially sold in many international markets
- • Interior design is functional but lacks modern amenities
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(GX80: 1988 - 1992).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Cresta |
| Generation: | GX90 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 i 24V (180 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1992 |
| End of production: | 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 180 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 72.3 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 235 Nm @ 4800 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: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 6.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 71.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 16 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.6 kg/Hp, 131.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.8 kg/Nm, 171.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1370 |
| Max. weight: | 1645 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4750 mm mm |
| Width: | 1750 mm mm |
| Height: | 1390 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2730 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1485 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1495 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 | 195/65 R15 H |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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