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Toyota Verossa 2.0 i 24V (160 Hp)
Overall Rating
Toyota Verossa:
The Toyota Verossa is a mid-size sedan produced by Toyota for the Japanese market, and was exclusive new to the Netz Store locations as the smaller companion sedan to the Aristo. The Verossa exceeded Japanese government dimension regulations concerning external dimensions and engine displacement, offering buyers a sedan that continued to offer a rear-wheel drive platform, opposite the 2001–2006 Camry with very similar dimensions and front-wheel drive platform. The advantage the Verossa offered over the Camry was the ability to offer four-wheel drive, which the Camry could not do. The Verossa, introduced in June 2001, was launched with the Toyopet Store alternative called the Progrès and the Toyota Store Brevis....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Verossa Overview:
Toyota Verossa (Verossa). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1380 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.
The Toyota Verossa was primarily a Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) vehicle and was not officially tested by Euro NCAP.
2.0 i 24V (160 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers smooth, adequate power for daily driving and relaxed cruising, typical of Toyota's naturally aspirated inline-sixes, but not overtly sporty.
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel economy for its class and cylinder count, though not outstanding by modern standards.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Smooth and powerful inline-six engine options, especially the 1JZ-GTE turbo.
- • Comfortable and well-appointed interior for its class.
- • Rear-wheel-drive platform offers engaging driving dynamics.
- • Toyota's renowned reliability and build quality.
- • Distinctive and unique styling.
Cons:
- • Limited availability outside of Japan (JDM model).
- • Fuel economy can be high, particularly with turbo models.
- • Aging safety features compared to modern vehicles.
- • Parts availability might be challenging in some regions.
- • Styling can be polarizing.
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Verossa |
| Generation: | Verossa |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 i 24V (160 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2001 |
| End of production: | January, 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 160 Hp @ 6200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 80.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1G-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 1988 |
| 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 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.6 kg/Hp, 115.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.9 kg/Nm, 144.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1380 |
| Max. weight: | 1655 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4705 mm |
| Width: | 1760 mm |
| Height: | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2780 mm |
| 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 | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 V |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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