Toyota Crown S180, 12 generation 12.2003 - 09.2005
(S180)
12.2003 - 09.2005
DBA-GRS180, DBA-GRS181, DBA-GRS182, DBA-GRS183, UA-GRS180, UA-GRS182, UA-GRS183
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In the long life of Toyota Crown, one of the oldest Japanese top-class models, revolutionary changes have repeatedly occurred. One of the most significant was the rejection of the frame in favor of the supporting body. By the time the eleventh generation appeared, a whole series of questions had accumulated, not of a technical, but of a conceptual nature. Toyota often received accusations of the very conservatism that often tends to turn into "freshness and gloom." Therefore, developing a 12th generation model, the designers decided to move away from the classic canons and create Crown from scratch. Actually, the concept car that formed the basis of the model was called Zero Crown, which can be translated as “Crown from scratch”.
A new strategy was put forward: "Not only driving performance, but also style." Moreover, the first and second should not compete, but act in close unity. A completely new chassis was created, which could take on a larger body. In terms of interior space, the new Crown outperformed the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and BMW 5-series. The base and the length of both axles have increased, while the load on them is distributed so as to achieve maximum controllability. The external details clearly show the desire of designers not only to make the car stylish, but also to improve the aerodynamics of its body. Thanks to the active use of parts made of aluminum alloys, it was possible to make the machine easier. And this, in turn, played a positive role in improving the speed characteristics of the new car.
No less revolutionary decision concerned engines - in-line Sixes, with which Toyota premium cars were traditionally associated, went into oblivion. They were replaced by engines of the new GR series, first introduced in 2003 in the domestic Japanese market. These are six-cylinder V-shaped engines with a volume of 2.5, 3.0 and 3.5 liters with a capacity of 215, 256 and 315 horsepower, respectively. As in the previous generation, the Crown 2003 model year was offered in two versions: the chic Royal and sports Athlete with a stiffer suspension. And, as before, the most powerful engine was installed only on the Crown Athlete complete with a 6-speed gearbox. However, it could be chosen for the lower grade trim levels. The standard was a 5-speed automatic transmission. A rich list of equipment relied on both versions and was designed to satisfy the most demanding customers. Plus, you can add the release of special series. In 2005, small changes affected the front and rear of the car. In the same year, car production began in China.
The Toyota Crown suspension is independent. The front has double wishbones, and the rear has a multi-link design. In general, it is tougher than the previous generation. On expensive versions, a TEMS pneumatic adjustable suspension with AVS was used, the parameters of which can be adjusted as desired, and all the brakes, front and rear, are ventilated discs with an increased diameter of the discs themselves, for better braking dynamics. The four-wheel drive used on individual versions is permanent, with an asymmetric center differential and a lock-up hydraulic clutch. Steering - rack and pinion with electric power.
Starting from this generation, Toyota Crown is already equipped with active VSC and TRC security systems as standard. Two airbags - driver and front passenger - are the default. They can be supplemented with side airbags (standard in expensive trim levels). As an option, a lane departure warning system is offered. Body Toyota Crown - increased strength.
Global improvement definitely benefited Toyota Crown - the car turned out to be stylish, modern, even more powerful and proved its right to be considered an exemplary high-class Japanese sedan in the new century. However, numerous innovations, in particular, the emergence of new engines, significantly increased operational requirements. Therefore, owners of a used Toyota Crown of this generation should not rely on a low cost of ownership, as was typical for cars of previous generations.
A new strategy was put forward: "Not only driving performance, but also style." Moreover, the first and second should not compete, but act in close unity. A completely new chassis was created, which could take on a larger body. In terms of interior space, the new Crown outperformed the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and BMW 5-series. The base and the length of both axles have increased, while the load on them is distributed so as to achieve maximum controllability. The external details clearly show the desire of designers not only to make the car stylish, but also to improve the aerodynamics of its body. Thanks to the active use of parts made of aluminum alloys, it was possible to make the machine easier. And this, in turn, played a positive role in improving the speed characteristics of the new car.
No less revolutionary decision concerned engines - in-line Sixes, with which Toyota premium cars were traditionally associated, went into oblivion. They were replaced by engines of the new GR series, first introduced in 2003 in the domestic Japanese market. These are six-cylinder V-shaped engines with a volume of 2.5, 3.0 and 3.5 liters with a capacity of 215, 256 and 315 horsepower, respectively. As in the previous generation, the Crown 2003 model year was offered in two versions: the chic Royal and sports Athlete with a stiffer suspension. And, as before, the most powerful engine was installed only on the Crown Athlete complete with a 6-speed gearbox. However, it could be chosen for the lower grade trim levels. The standard was a 5-speed automatic transmission. A rich list of equipment relied on both versions and was designed to satisfy the most demanding customers. Plus, you can add the release of special series. In 2005, small changes affected the front and rear of the car. In the same year, car production began in China.
The Toyota Crown suspension is independent. The front has double wishbones, and the rear has a multi-link design. In general, it is tougher than the previous generation. On expensive versions, a TEMS pneumatic adjustable suspension with AVS was used, the parameters of which can be adjusted as desired, and all the brakes, front and rear, are ventilated discs with an increased diameter of the discs themselves, for better braking dynamics. The four-wheel drive used on individual versions is permanent, with an asymmetric center differential and a lock-up hydraulic clutch. Steering - rack and pinion with electric power.
Starting from this generation, Toyota Crown is already equipped with active VSC and TRC security systems as standard. Two airbags - driver and front passenger - are the default. They can be supplemented with side airbags (standard in expensive trim levels). As an option, a lane departure warning system is offered. Body Toyota Crown - increased strength.
Global improvement definitely benefited Toyota Crown - the car turned out to be stylish, modern, even more powerful and proved its right to be considered an exemplary high-class Japanese sedan in the new century. However, numerous innovations, in particular, the emergence of new engines, significantly increased operational requirements. Therefore, owners of a used Toyota Crown of this generation should not rely on a low cost of ownership, as was typical for cars of previous generations.