Car "Toyota Crown": photos, specifications and reviews

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

“Toyota Crown” is a fairly well-known model that is produced by a popular Japanese concern. Interestingly, it first appeared in the 50s of the last century. However, in our time, in 2015, there is a Toyota Crown car. Only this is a new version. Just the same name. It should briefly talk about both the old versions and the new model.

A bit of history

Interestingly, the Toyota Crown was originally designed as a taxi. In the USA, for example, the car was used that way. However, after some time, the developers managed to make this car a representative of luxury sedans. Although it was assumed that the car would be popular only in Japan and other Asian countries. But still fame came. This model in its early years did not compete except with such machines as Celsior and Centur (also versions released by this concern).

Since 1964 carexported to Europe. Many states of the continent have become the main markets for this machine. And in some countries, the model has even become very expensive and famous. True, not everyone managed to raise the required amount to purchase this model, so it was soon replaced by Toyota Cressida.

Toyota S110

This model began to appear in the early 80s. That's probably where you should start. So, this is a sedan that existed in two versions. They differed in engines - under the hood of some versions were 2-liter MT, while others boasted AT engines of the same volume.

AT-engine produced 146 horsepower, was distinguished by a carburetor power system and a SOHC gas distribution mechanism. The suspension of the car is spring, independent, the brakes are disc, and the gearbox is automatic.

The MT version is similar, the difference lies in the gearbox. This model has "mechanics" installed. In general, the car turned out to be quite good - many made a choice in its favor.

S140

One of the most popular models is the Toyota Crown S140. She was first published in 1991. A fairly large 4.8-meter sedan quickly became popular. It turned out to be quite spacious, and besides, its volume was pleasantly pleasing - 480 liters.

There were several modifications. The first is S140 2.0. The maximum speed of this version reached 185 km / h, the car accelerated to “hundreds” in 11.6 seconds. Engine power was 135 liters. With. Consumption for such a model is not small - 9.4 liters per 100 km. But thena diesel version appeared with a 2.4-liter 73-horsepower engine that accelerated the car to 100 km in 12 seconds, but consumed less fuel by 2.2 liters. It is logical to assume that this version has become more popular.

The most powerful engine "Toyota Crown" had in those years - a 3-liter 190-horsepower. The maximum speed of such an S140 was 220 km / h, and acceleration to “weave” took 8.5 seconds. But the consumption was also the largest - 12.6 liters of gasoline per hundred kilometers. And finally, the latest version, the fourth - a 180-horsepower 2.5-liter unit, the maximum speed of which was 195 km / h. Up to 100 km / h, the car accelerated in less than 10 seconds, and consumed 11.2 liters. In general, and in our time, you can find the S140 model, but not quite in good condition.

“Toyota Crown S200”

Another well-known model, but it was produced much later than the previous one - from 2008 to 2012. There are a lot of kits. The first is a car with a 2.5-liter power unit, whose power is 203 liters. With. The engine is driven by an automatic transmission. And it's all-wheel drive. But there is a similar model with rear-wheel drive - with the same technical characteristics.

The next version is equipped with a 2.5-liter 215-horsepower engine. There is also a full and rear-wheel drive, automatic transmission. Another version is with a 315-horsepower (!) 3.5-liter engine, which is also driven by an automatic transmission. And finally, the latest model. She has a 3.5-liter engine under the hood, whichproduces 360 horsepower! The rear-wheel-drive model has become one of the best-selling models, and it's no wonder the specs are pretty impressive.

About equipment

"Toyota Crown" can boast of good options for a Japanese car. So, what can you say about the new models? First of all, I would like to note the attention of the air suspension, in which the height is adjustable. Plus, the traction control system and cornering lights are pleasing. There is also an automatic light control function and a diagnostic status line (by the way, in the electronic speedometer). There is even a speed projection on the windshield!

Still pleasing are such nice additions as separate climate control for passengers sitting in the back. There is also a refrigerator for drinks, and an air ionizer is built into the air conditioner. Also noteworthy is the CD-changer and tape recorder. By the way, separately designed for the rear passenger. There is a GPS-navigator, a high-quality color display (liquid crystal), control consoles equipped with a touchscreen. By the way, this function is duplicated for the rear passenger - it is built into the armrest. There is vibration cleaning of the side mirrors, and also heating. The developers also included in the package electric steering wheel adjustment, seat belts, and all the seats were endowed with memory. It is not surprising that the Toyota Crown gets very good reviews.

Dynamics

I must say that the four-liter 1UZ-FE,as well as a three-liter 2JZ perfectly pull all the energy support of the equipment listed above. Thus, it turns out to provide excellent dynamics of the model. And with absolutely any load.

"Toyota Crown", photos of which show a very attractive car, has an aerodynamic appearance. Manufacturers have tried to give the model a good design. But if you look closely, you can see a huge amount of details that were adopted from the Lexus. It is interesting that the platform is made by analogy with the Lexus LS. Although formally, the company's specialists presented it as a completely new one.

Luxury sedan project

Just a couple of years ago, the joint venture known as FAW-Toyota announced that production of a luxury sedan, which it decided to call the Crown Majesta, had already begun. Both right-hand drive and left-hand drive models began to be released into the world.

It was decided to lengthen the body a little so that there is more space inside. This played into the hands of passengers who will feel quite comfortable in the car.

It is interesting that less technical cars were produced for the Chinese market. Salon "Toyota Crown" has a good one, no doubt. Comfortable, well designed, with conveniently located appliances. But in technical terms, the version for China has deteriorated. Manufacturers decided to abandon the V8 engine, as well as hybrid versions. The developers decided that they needed to be replaced with simpler petrol V6 units. Their power is also quite good - 193 hp. With. Also in the seriesa two-liter turbocharged engine with a capacity of 180 liters appeared. With. This unit became known as the D-4ST. The Toyota Crown has good characteristics, but not high-speed ones - more for lovers of a quiet ride, although the car is economical. It needs to be filled not with expensive 95th gasoline, which supercars from Mercedes-Benz or BMW like to “eat”, but with 92nd.

Specialists focused on engines because they wanted to increase efficiency and reduce the cost of the model. Crown is not a cheap car, and it has brilliant competitors. This is the Mercedes E500L, and the Audi A6L, and the BMW 5. Four million rubles is the approximate price of this car in Asian countries. And for the money you can buy a model of the above. Because the experts made the right decision. Perhaps this will increase the demand for the model.

About cost

Now a few words about the cost. Toyota Crown, whose photo shows a car with a truly Japanese design, can be bought both new and second hand. True, it is logical to buy only the latest models from the salon, since most have already ceased to produce. So, take, for example, a 2005 Toyota. A little more than half a million rubles is worth this car in good condition with a mileage of about 140 thousand kilometers. With a 3-liter engine producing 256 hp. with., with automatic transmission, rear-wheel drive, two spoilers, leather interior, electronic steering wheel and seat, VSC, AFS, TRC, ABS systems, good speakers and a reversing camera. In general, a good package. And half a million- the price is not too high. So if you have a desire and love for Toyota cars, you can make a choice in their favor.