Japanese minivans: specifications and reviews

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

Minivans from Japan have long been in high demand. They, like conventional cars, are comfortable and are distinguished by increased comfort. Many even choose them as their housing, if due to some circumstances there is no house or apartment.

The article will consider some of the most famous minivans in this country. All of them have been driving on Russian roads for a long time. The most popular models were Mazda, Nissan, Honda, Toyota.

These cars are more often than others decorated with airbrushing and graffiti, installing unique exhaust pipes. Such actions can be explained by the love of Japanese people for this kind of art.

Honda Odyssey

The Honda Odyssey has been in production since 1995. Sold in two versions: right-hand drive and left-hand drive. When it was created, it was decided to focus the model on the American market. That is why all technical specifications correspond to the profile of the buyer.

Volumeengine - 3.5 liters. Power - 248 liters. s.

Japanese minivans are popular due to their good technical characteristics. The Honda Odyssey model is characterized by an increased level of comfort. All consumers say that they fell in love with this car from the first seconds. The car is roomy, the suspension works great, if the vehicle is loaded, then it goes just perfect even off-road.

Toyota Estima

Japanese minivans differ in that they are made not only with the left hand drive, but also with the right. The latter option, as a rule, is implemented in models that are focused on the Japanese buyer. An example of such a car is the Toyota Estima. For the European consumer, the same model (left-hand drive) is better known as the Previa.

Equipped with engines of 2, 2 and 2, 4 liters. The transmission can be either automatic or manual.

The minivan is roomy enough - this is clear from the reviews. Many people like the fact that on it you can get to your destination in convenience and comfort by a company of 8-10 people. Buyers comment on the stability, smooth ride, good brake performance, and quiet engine.

Toyota Verso

The first model was born in 2009. Thanks to the beautiful forms that give originality, potential buyers constantly pay attention to it. Japanese minivans have always looked different, but this one breaks all stereotypes.

Up to 100 km/h caraccelerates in 10-11 seconds. The tank is designed for 60 liters. Engines are installed different: for 2 and 2, 2 liters. Both are 4 cylinder. Transmission in different trim levels can be both automatic and mechanical.

Reviews about the car are positive. People love the way it handles on the road. The interior and exterior are pleasing to the eye, so few people want to change the design. If necessary, you can call in any salon to change some details. This minivan is easy and cheap to maintain.

Toyota Sienta

Some Japanese minivans are produced exclusively for the native buyer. Toyota Sienza is a direct confirmation of this.

The engine is designed for 1.5 liters. The gearbox that works with this mechanism is automatic.

The first thing buyers like without exception is the bumper. After the new version of the car came out, it changed noticeably, began to look more aggressive and attractive. Technical characteristics do not suit everyone, but this does not mean that people do not like it. Driving a car is pure pleasure. Calm, measured movement - that's what this minivan offers.

Mazda 5

Few Japanese minivans and minibuses can "boast" a high level of speed. Mazda 5 has an engine with a capacity of 146 hp. With. For some this is enough, for others it is not. The trunk volume is small - 426 liters, but if you fold the seats, this figure rises to 1485 liters. In addition to the engine, there is an automatic transmission forsix steps.

Reviews are generally positive, but it should be noted that the speed of the car is gaining a little aggressively. Fans of fast and dangerous driving like the fact that the minivan easily adapts to different driving styles. Spaciousness is a separate issue, for which everyone puts the maximum mark.

Mazda Bongo Friende

Japanese minivans look unusual. With mileage, they are always doing well, some have been riding for more than 10 years and do not change the car. It is roomy, especially when it comes to its height. Thanks to the rising roof, this vehicle looks very unusual and even strange. However, its technical characteristics justify everything.

The minivan is equipped with three types of engine (2, 2, 5 liters), which are equipped with an automatic or manual transmission. The tank is designed for 65 l.

Many people live in this car if they are constantly on the road. A large number of people praise the car for its high mileage, good movement and the comfortable feeling that comes from a beautiful interior.

Nissan Note

Japanese left-hand drive minivans targeted for sales in European countries. And with the right are intended for the country of the Rising Sun. As a rule, such models are focused only on the domestic market. The Nissan Note is known to European buyers as a left-hand drive car, and this is not surprising.

In the first generation, this model was so fond of the consumer that later releases fixed itpositions in the world market. The engine is designed for 1.2 liters, power - 80 or 98 "horses". Another variation of the machine with a diesel unit is also produced. This vehicle has a capacity of 90 hp. s.

In the reviews, people praise handling, the ability to quickly accelerate, the good work of all systems. The interior and exterior are commendable.

Nissan Elgrand

"Nissan Elgrand" - the best Japanese minivan. The cabin accommodates up to 7 people. The motor is designed for 3.5 liters, it runs on gasoline. This option is not very economical, so if necessary, you can give preference to another assembly. It has a 2.5 liter engine. Both options work with a 5-speed automatic transmission.

Reviews about the car are positive. Everyone loves how powerful it is. The ability to gently enter turns is noted by most drivers. It accelerates very quickly, its mileage is quite impressive. Many people have been using the car for more than five years. The minivan handles well even on Russian roads.

Nissan Caravan

Many Japanese minivans, photos of which are in the article, make a good impression at the very beginning of the movement. Caravan is no exception. Reviews about the car are distinguished in most cases by praise for excellent handling, the resistance of the car to mechanical damage, and also often talk about how easy it is to pick up speed. The car never shakes, the engine does not make noise. The minivan is roomy, designed for large families, transportationcargo.

Mitsubishi Delica

This minivan is considered legendary. The car is produced both with cargo and passenger body. The salon is designed for 8 people. The seats are convertible. Sliding doors.

The engines that the car is equipped with are of different types: diesel, gasoline, turbodiesel. Transmission - mechanical, automatic and CVT.

First impressions are not very good for everyone. However, as they say in the reviews, when you start moving, your opinion about the car immediately changes. He rides smoothly, copes with obstacles. The seats are soft and comfortable. The suspension works well, no complaints about it.