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Toyota Mark II GX 81 3.0 i 24V (200 Hp)
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Toyota Mark II:
The Toyota Mark II is a compact, later mid-size sedan manufactured and marketed in Japan by Toyota between 1968 and 2004. Prior to 1972, the model was marketed as the Toyota Corona Mark II. In most export markets, Toyota marketed the vehicle as the Toyota Cressida between 1976 and 1992 across four generations. Toyota replaced the rear-wheel-drive Cressida in North America with the front-wheel-drive Avalon. Every Mark II and Cressida was manufactured at the Motomachi plant at Toyota, Aichi, Japan from September 1968 to October 1993, and later at Toyota Motor Kyushu's Miyata plant from December 1992 to October 2000, with some models also assembled in Jakarta, Indonesia and Parañaque, Philippines as the Cressida....(Read more on Wikipedia)
GX 81 Overview:
Toyota Mark II (GX 81). A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.0 i 24V (200 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers strong, smooth acceleration suitable for highway cruising and spirited driving, thanks to its robust inline-six engine (likely 7M-GE).
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel consumption, typical for a larger displacement naturally aspirated engine of its time. Expect average figures.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional reliability and durability
- • Comfortable and spacious interior
- • Smooth inline-six engine options
- • Classic JDM styling
- • Strong aftermarket support for certain engines
Cons:
- • Outdated safety features by modern standards
- • Fuel economy can be poor on larger engines
- • Rust can be an issue in certain climates
- • Finding well-maintained examples can be challenging
- • Handling is more comfort-oriented than sporty
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Wagon (GX70): 1984 - 1997).
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| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Mark II |
| Generation: | GX 81 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 i 24V (200 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1988 |
| End of production: | 1992 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 200 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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