It seems Toyota has had a bottled-up desire for turbocharged engines. Days after launching the 1.2-lier turbo version of the Auris, the Japanese automaker has upgraded the Crown luxury model with the 2-liter unit that's also used by the Lexus IS, RC, GS and NX 200t.
Codenamed 8AR-FTS, the 2-liter engine features direct injection, being capable of delivering 235 PS between 5,200 and 5,800rpm, coupled with 350 Nm of torque from 1,650rpm. As standard, it's connected to an 8-speed automatic gearbox, which is said to help the Crown achieve a combined fuel consumption rating of only 13.4 km/L according to the JDM cycle (7.4 l/100km).
For now, the Crown Athlete sports sedan is the only recipient of this new engine. However, it's not the only one available. You can still order the car with a 2.5-liter V6 mated to a 6-speed auto and AWD, a 3.5-liter V6 or even a hybrid 2.5-liter setup with an e-CVT(upgraded THS II unit).
Changes to the chassis include the introduction of structural adhesive used to stiffen the body joints and a new rear multi-link suspension system.
All three series (Athlete, Royal and Majesta) in the Crown range have received cosmetic upgrades. However, the sports model features the most noticeable changes. These include a mesh pattern for the front grille, full-LED headlights, new taillight graphics and twin exhaust tips.
The Crown Royal also gets a new front fascia, while the hybrid models offer a patterned lattice panel with a redwood tint. The powertrain changes include a 2.5-liter DOHC V6 mated to a 6-speed auto and a hybrid with 200 hp, both being available in FWD and AWD formats.
And finally, the Crown Majesta features a new self-restoring clear coat of paint and ITS Connect. This is said to be the world’s first driver assist system that uses a dedicated 760 Mhz frequency to share and receive data sent by other vehicles and infrastructure.
For now, the Crown Athlete sports sedan is the only recipient of this new engine. However, it's not the only one available. You can still order the car with a 2.5-liter V6 mated to a 6-speed auto and AWD, a 3.5-liter V6 or even a hybrid 2.5-liter setup with an e-CVT(upgraded THS II unit).
Changes to the chassis include the introduction of structural adhesive used to stiffen the body joints and a new rear multi-link suspension system.
All three series (Athlete, Royal and Majesta) in the Crown range have received cosmetic upgrades. However, the sports model features the most noticeable changes. These include a mesh pattern for the front grille, full-LED headlights, new taillight graphics and twin exhaust tips.
The Crown Royal also gets a new front fascia, while the hybrid models offer a patterned lattice panel with a redwood tint. The powertrain changes include a 2.5-liter DOHC V6 mated to a 6-speed auto and a hybrid with 200 hp, both being available in FWD and AWD formats.
And finally, the Crown Majesta features a new self-restoring clear coat of paint and ITS Connect. This is said to be the world’s first driver assist system that uses a dedicated 760 Mhz frequency to share and receive data sent by other vehicles and infrastructure.