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Toyota Estima I 2.4 i (160 Hp)
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Toyota Estima:
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I Overview:
Toyota Estima (I). With 221 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1730 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. With seating for 8, it’s perfect for larger families.
The Toyota Estima I was produced before Euro NCAP testing began in 1997. Safety features reflect early 1990s standards, focusing on basic structural integrity rather than advanced occupant protection systems.
2.4 i (160 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 160 Hp 2.4L supercharged engine (2TZ-FZE) offers a noticeable improvement in acceleration and pulling power, making it more capable for highway merging and carrying heavier loads, enhancing the driving experience.
Fuel Economy
While more powerful, the supercharged engine's fuel economy is likely similar to or slightly worse than the naturally aspirated version, especially under spirited driving conditions, due to the added power demands.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and versatile interior for families
- • Toyota's renowned reliability and durability
- • Unique mid-engine layout for balanced handling
- • Comfortable ride quality, ideal for long journeys
- • Distinctive 'egg-shaped' design stands out
Cons:
- • Modest performance, especially with the 132 Hp engine
- • Fuel economy can be high for its class, particularly in urban settings
- • Limited modern safety features due to its age
- • Aging design and technology compared to later models
- • Supercharger maintenance for 160 Hp variant can be complex
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Estima |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 i (160 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1990 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 8 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 160 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 67.7 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 221 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 2TZ-FZE |
| Engine displacement: | 2364 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| 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: | 5.8 l |
| Coolant: | 11.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 88.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 96 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.8 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.8 kg/Hp, 92.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 127.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1730 |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4750 mm mm |
| Width: | 1800 mm mm |
| Height: | 1780 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2860 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1560 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1550 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Tires size | 215 / 65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5JJ x 15 |
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