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Toyota Picnic XM1 2.2 D (CMX10) (90 Hp)
Overall Rating
Toyota Picnic:
The Toyota Ipsum, Picnic, or Avensis Verso is a car produced by the Japanese carmaker Toyota from 1995 to 2010. It is a compact MPV with standard three-row seating. The Ipsum, like many Toyota products, was shared as a trio of the Toyota Gaia, and sold only at Japanese Toyota dealerships called Toyota Store, next to the Toyota Carina. The Gaia was unique to Toyopet Store locations, and the Toyota Nadia was sold at Toyota Corolla Store.
The first generation, named Ipsum in Japan and Picnic in export markets, was built from May 1995 until 2001, with export versions arriving in 1996. A commercial version was sold as the Toyota SportsVan in Denmark. It had a choice of two straight-four engines, either a petrol unit displacing 2. 0-litres or a 2. 2-litre turbo-diesel engine, the 3C-TE. The Ipsum was Toyota's first real success in Japan's then-new "RV" market segment. The initial sales target of 10,000 units per month was exceeded by nearly fifty percent in the car's first few months on the market....(Read more on Wikipedia)
XM1 Overview:
Toyota Picnic (XM1). With 205 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.1 l/100km). With a weight of 1420 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.9 s). The top speed reaches 165 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. With seating for 6, it’s perfect for larger families.
The Toyota Picnic (XM1) generation was not tested by Euro NCAP. While equipped with basic safety features like ABS, it lacks modern active and passive safety systems found in contemporary vehicles.
2.2 D (CMX10) (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Performance is modest, prioritizing economy and longevity over outright speed. It will feel sluggish, especially when fully loaded or on inclines.
Fuel Economy
Likely the more economical choice for long-distance driving, offering better fuel efficiency than its petrol counterpart, ideal for budget-conscious owners.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional Toyota reliability and durability
- • Spacious and highly practical interior with flexible seating
- • Comfortable ride quality, suitable for long journeys
- • Good all-round visibility for urban driving
- • Relatively low running costs, especially the diesel variant
Cons:
- • Uninspired and somewhat dated exterior styling
- • Performance can be sluggish, particularly with the diesel engine or a full load
- • Fuel economy of the petrol engine is average for its class and era
- • Lacks modern safety features and was not Euro NCAP tested
- • Interior design and features might feel basic compared to some rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(XM1: 1996 - 2001).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Picnic |
| Generation: | XM1 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.2 D (CMX10) (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1997 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 6 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 4200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 41.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 205 Nm @ 2200 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2184 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 94 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 22.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.4 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 165 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.8 kg/Hp, 63.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.9 kg/Nm, 144.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1420 |
| Max. weight: | 2010 |
| Max load: | 590 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1840 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 180 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4530 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1620 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2735 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1470 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1450 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R14 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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