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Toyota Mark II JZX110 2.5 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)
JZX110 Overview:
Toyota Mark II (JZX110). With 250 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1460 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 200 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.5 i 24V (200 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The naturally aspirated 1JZ-GE VVT-i offers a smooth and refined power delivery. With 200 hp, it provides a good balance of performance for comfortable cruising and confident overtaking, without the turbo lag.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is more reasonable than the turbo variant, but still typical for a large inline-six. It offers a decent compromise between power and running costs for everyday use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Legendary Toyota reliability, especially for the JZ series engines.
- • Smooth and refined inline-six engines across the range.
- • Comfortable and spacious interior, ideal for long journeys.
- • Rear-wheel-drive platform offers engaging driving dynamics.
- • Strong aftermarket support for performance modifications.
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be high, particularly for the larger and turbocharged engines.
- • Primarily a JDM model, making parts and specialized servicing potentially challenging outside Japan.
- • Styling might be considered conservative by some.
- • Lack of modern safety features compared to contemporary European rivals.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Wagon Blit: January, 2002 - May, 2006).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Mark II |
| Generation: | JZX110 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 i 24V (200 Hp) |
| Start of production: | October, 2000 |
| End of production: | October, 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 200 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 80.3 Hp/l [40mm less] |
| Torque: | 250 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1JZ-GE More details about the engine 1JZ-GE |
| Engine displacement: | 2492 |
| 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: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 7.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 71.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.3 kg/Hp, 137 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.8 kg/Nm, 171.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1460 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4735 mm mm [40mm less] |
| Width: | 1760 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1460 mm mm [15mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2780 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1495 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1475 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| 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 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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