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Toyota Crown XV (S220) 2.0 Turbo (245 Hp) ECT
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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)
XV (S220) Overview:
Toyota Crown (XV (S220)). With 350 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.4 l/100km). With a weight of 1710 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.
2.0 Turbo (245 Hp) ECT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a more traditional, punchy driving experience with good low-end torque from the turbocharged engine. It feels more direct and engaging than the e-CVT hybrids, appealing to drivers who prefer a conventional automatic transmission.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for a non-hybrid turbocharged petrol engine of this size, though it cannot match the hybrid variants for efficiency, especially in stop-and-go city traffic.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional Toyota reliability and build quality
- • Excellent fuel efficiency, especially with hybrid powertrains
- • Comfortable and refined ride quality
- • Spacious and well-appointed interior with advanced technology
- • Smooth and quiet operation, particularly the hybrid variants
Cons:
- • Primarily a Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) vehicle, limiting international availability
- • e-CVT can exhibit a 'rubber band' effect under hard acceleration (for some drivers)
- • Styling may be considered conservative compared to some European rivals
- • Not as dynamically engaging as some sport-oriented competitors
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(XVI (S235): July, 2022 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Crown |
| Generation: | XV (S220) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 Turbo (245 Hp) ECT |
| Start of production: | June, 2018 |
| End of production: | July, 2022 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 245 Hp @ 5200-5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 122.6 Hp/l [20mm less] |
| Torque: | 350 Nm @ 1650-4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 8AR-FTS More details about the engine 8AR-FTS |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.6 l |
| Coolant: | 8.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.9 kg/Hp, 145 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.8 kg/Nm, 207.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1690-1730 |
| Max. weight: | 2005 |
| Max load: | 275-315 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4910 mm mm [20mm less] |
| Width: | 1800 mm mm [40mm less] |
| Height: | 1455 mm mm [85mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2920 mm mm [70mm more] |
| Front track: | 1550-1560 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1550-1560 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 135 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Super ECT |
| 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 |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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