Toyota Crown S150, 10 generation, restyling 07.1997 - 07.2001
(S150)
07.1997 - 07.2001
E-GS151, E-GS151H, E-JZS151, E-JZS153, E-JZS155, GF-GS151, GF-GS151H, GF-JZS151, GF-JZS153, GF-JZS155, KD-LS151, KD-LS151H, E-JZS157
10 generation, restyling
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The creators of the jubilee, tenth-generation Toyota Crown ventured to take a step largely revolutionary - the rejection of the frame structure. As a result, the weight of the car decreased by more than one hundred kilograms. The status of the model remained unchanged, the popularity of which has been very high for several generations and is maintained by an appropriate level of quality and reliability. At home, the car finds application in a fairly wide field of activity: from ordinary utilitarian taxis to “bossy” cars with a luxurious interior and lots of “lotions” designed to provide complete comfort for those who are used to looking at the world exclusively from the car window, it’s convenient lounging on the back couch. The premiere of Toyota Crown in a new body took place at the Tokyo Motor Show in 1995. Compared with the previous generation, the number of modifications has expanded significantly. This is partly due to the fact that in the same year the eighth generation sedan was discontinued, which lasted longer than the prescribed time on the conveyor, and the tenth generation was already represented by two types of bodies: a hardtop and a sedan. In addition, in order to expand sales borders, left-handed analogues for other markets were offered. In both bodies, all-wheel drive versions were offered (only with automatic transmission), which were not in previous generations, and sedans were also on the “mechanics” (the simplest Super Deluxe configuration). The most expensive versions are still the chic Royaltop Series hardtops. In addition to the luxurious Royal Saloon modification, the Royal Touring modification with sports suspension can also be distinguished. After the release of the hardtop of this series in 1999, the sedan was produced before 2001.
As for engines, their number in comparison with the previous generation has not changed. Of the gasoline ones, the inline Sixes, which are still very popular for those years, are highly reliable: 1G-FE with a power of 135 hp; 2.5-liter unit 1JZ-GE (180 hp) and a three-liter D-4 2JZ-GE (220 hp). However, shortly after the launch of the tenth generation, the 1JZ (1996) and 1G (1998) engines survived the modernization with the VVT system, intake manifold geometry change system, non-tumbler ignition and electronically controlled throttle. Their power increased respectively to 160 and 200 hp, but at the same time, operation requirements increased, especially for the 1G engine, on which now, in particular, the valves bend when the timing belt breaks. The 2L-TE turbodiesel and the 1G-GPE gasified modification were intended more for commercial purposes: taxis, rentals, service delivery cars, etc.
As mentioned above, the Toyota Crown S150 is now a load-bearing body, and the steering system is represented by a rack and pinion drive, which radically - for the better - affected the handling. The car was offered with a choice of different types of transmission: 5-speed manual, 4- and 5-speed automatic. The latter - in expensive trim levels. Toyota Crown front and rear suspension are independent. On all-wheel drive versions, a FullTime-type system was used: permanent all-wheel drive with an asymmetric center differential and a hydromechanical locking clutch. Under normal conditions, the redistribution of torque between the front and rear axles occurs according to the formula 30/70, with slip - 50/50. In terms of active and passive safety, Toyota Crown is at the level of the second half of the 90s. In the basic configuration, the car was equipped with airbags for the driver and front passenger, child seat mounts, door stiffeners with anti-lock brake system. And in the top trim levels, the car could be equipped with a more advanced set of active safety systems: Stability Program (ESC), traction control (TCS). Thanks to the soft suspension and excellent smoothness, Toyota Crown boasts the ability to swallow a significant part of the flaws of our road builders. Even having lost the frame, Crown retained high strength, and the body is reliably protected from corrosion. This is a very friendly car, quite easy to drive, characterized by endurance and a very high level of comfort.
As for engines, their number in comparison with the previous generation has not changed. Of the gasoline ones, the inline Sixes, which are still very popular for those years, are highly reliable: 1G-FE with a power of 135 hp; 2.5-liter unit 1JZ-GE (180 hp) and a three-liter D-4 2JZ-GE (220 hp). However, shortly after the launch of the tenth generation, the 1JZ (1996) and 1G (1998) engines survived the modernization with the VVT system, intake manifold geometry change system, non-tumbler ignition and electronically controlled throttle. Their power increased respectively to 160 and 200 hp, but at the same time, operation requirements increased, especially for the 1G engine, on which now, in particular, the valves bend when the timing belt breaks. The 2L-TE turbodiesel and the 1G-GPE gasified modification were intended more for commercial purposes: taxis, rentals, service delivery cars, etc.
As mentioned above, the Toyota Crown S150 is now a load-bearing body, and the steering system is represented by a rack and pinion drive, which radically - for the better - affected the handling. The car was offered with a choice of different types of transmission: 5-speed manual, 4- and 5-speed automatic. The latter - in expensive trim levels. Toyota Crown front and rear suspension are independent. On all-wheel drive versions, a FullTime-type system was used: permanent all-wheel drive with an asymmetric center differential and a hydromechanical locking clutch. Under normal conditions, the redistribution of torque between the front and rear axles occurs according to the formula 30/70, with slip - 50/50. In terms of active and passive safety, Toyota Crown is at the level of the second half of the 90s. In the basic configuration, the car was equipped with airbags for the driver and front passenger, child seat mounts, door stiffeners with anti-lock brake system. And in the top trim levels, the car could be equipped with a more advanced set of active safety systems: Stability Program (ESC), traction control (TCS). Thanks to the soft suspension and excellent smoothness, Toyota Crown boasts the ability to swallow a significant part of the flaws of our road builders. Even having lost the frame, Crown retained high strength, and the body is reliably protected from corrosion. This is a very friendly car, quite easy to drive, characterized by endurance and a very high level of comfort.