Toyota's lineup (jeep). Which jeep "Toyota" is the best in operation?

"Toyota" -jope - this phrase has long been a common noun, an appellative characterizing one of the most famous automobile brands. The lineup of the legendary car is really impressive. The most in demand in 2014 are: Toyota Fortuner, Toyota Land Cruiser 200 and Toyota Land Cruiser Prado.

The Toyota brand (jeep) includes a sufficient number of models to lead the world market. The advantages of Japanese SUVs are undeniable, the machines have proven themselves from the very best side.

All over the world, Japanese cars are in high demand, including the Toyota jeep. All models of this brand, listed in the list, are an example of reliability and comfort:

• Toyota 4Runner;
• Toyota Blizzard;
• Toyota Land Cruiser 200;
• Toyota Highlander;
• Toyota Land Cruiser Cygnus;
• Toyota Land Cruiser Prado;
• Toyota Fortuner;
• Toyota Hilux;
• Toyota Venza;
• Toyota Siquoia;
• Toyota RAV4.

In the world there are only a few brands of cars for which the year of manufacture is of no special significance, since the safety margin and the resource of such cars is very high. Among these SUVs belongs and a jeep Toyota. All models of this brand, existing today, as well as promising developments, are a dream for many motorists. The cost of the car is high, but the price reflects an equally high reputation of a stylish all-terrain vehicle.

Specifications

"Toyota" - jeep-off-road vehicle - it's a super reliable car with a very powerful engine, a 6-speed automatic transmission and a mandatory all-wheel drive. The frame construction of the running gear provides the machine with stability and a considerable margin of safety.

The Toyota lineup (jeep) is constantly being updated with new modifications. However, improvements in the basic design are not revolutionary in nature, all innovations are used by engineers of the company with caution. That's why there are "untouchable" cars that are part of the Toyota range (jeep) as representatives of the Toyota brand, and they are not subject to any drastic changes. All Japanese SUV cars are remarkable for their magnificent design, impressive size and power.

Jeep "Toyota Land Cruiser"

"Patriarch" of Japanese SUVs, large-sized all-wheel drive car. The chrome-plated tooth grille instantly makes it clear that you are the legendary Toyota Cruiser jeep that has stood 35 years of continuous production since the 1980s. Modifications in this case were only a few:

• "Land Cruiser 100";
• "Land Cruiser 105" ;
• "Land Cruiser 200".

The latest model has become one of the most popular and enjoys in our days increased demand.

Engine

The basic "Kruser" is equipped with three motors to choose from - two petrol and one turbodiesel. Gasoline are divided into two options: one volume of 2.8 liters, develops a capacity of 159 liters. S., The second - a volume of 3.8 liters, a power of 280 hp. The diesel engine has a volume of 3.0 liters of cylinders and a maximum power of 172 liters. from.

Transmission and chassis

Almost all off-road vehicles of the Toyota brand (jeep) are equipped with a 5- or 6-speed automatic transmission. Mechanical gearbox is installed only on the weakest "Cruiser" with a motor of 2.8 liters.

The chassis of the car consists of an independent front suspension and a rear axle with a differential. All wheels are equipped with disc ventilated brakes. Steering with hydraulic amplifier.

Salon

Interior "Cruiser" is made in a low-key style, nothing superfluous. However, the interior looks quite stylish. The steering wheel on four spokes, the instruments are deeply recessed into the panel, the handles of the auxiliary devices are located rationally, the center console is trimmed with valuable wood.

Model "Toyota Cruiser 200"

The next model based on "Land Cruiser" was "Toyota Land Cruiser 200". It was the same frame SUV, even more stylish and charismatic. Rectangular forms of the new machine responded to the fashion of the time when the "two hundredth" came off the assembly line. This happened in 2007. The front end was decorated with a new chrome radiator grille, with horizontal beams. The car was characterized by an elongated rear overhang, not typical for jeeps, but in this case the new contours looked quite organic.

Power point

"Land Cruiser 200" was equipped with V-shaped eight-cylinder units: gasoline, volume 4.6 liters, capacity 310 liters. from. And diesel, a volume of 4.5 liters, developing traction in 235 liters. from.

Transmission on the two-hundred "Cruiser" was in one version: a 6-speed automatic transmission.

All the chassis, suspension, brakes and steering have got to the new car without changes. However, the interior was updated, the instrument panel changed the lighting, the main console became wider and housed several new instruments.

The Prado model

1987 in the automotive market appeared mid-size Japanese SUV Land Cruiser Prado. With a sufficiently high level of comfort, the new model impressed with its patency. The first generation of "Prado" was produced in two versions: three-door and five-door. Both models were equipped with both gasoline and diesel engines and were sold for sale under the name Light Land Cruiser for nine years.

The second generation of the Kruser Prado model - the index 90 - was produced from 1996 to 1999. The car differed from its predecessors by smooth contours with impressive dimensions, good handling and a high level of comfort. On the model "Prado 90" for the first time tested an independent front suspension. "Cruser Prado" of the second generation is still considered the best in operation in terms of costs and relatively inexpensive service.

The power plant was rather modest in performance, engine power did not exceed 178 liters. from. The all-wheel drive of the car worked with a permanently activated differential, which was blocked when driving on slippery and wet roads, significantly increasing the stability of the machine.

In the summer of 1999, Toyota Concern held a deep restyling of the Prado 90 model. Changes have touched the grille and both bumpers, dashboard and interior trim. All the complete sets provided for the installation of automatic transmission, traction control system Active Traction Control and balance control VSC.

The third generation of the jeep "Toyota Prado 120" was presented at the Paris exhibition in the autumn of 2002. The new model combines the quality of the Japanese assembly with European design. The suite includes several modern systems, including electronic "assistants" working on descent on steep slopes, a stability system on the course (VSC), electronic control of the front suspension, a very useful anti-slip system A-TRC, which softens the initial pulling power of the transmission.

The same complete set includes a complete set of electric drives on the door glass windows, climate control with a layered separation, the possibility of remote control of air conditioning from the rear seats.

In 2009, the fourth generation of the Land Cruiser Prado 150 was presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The dimensions of the car increased. The length was 4760 mm, height - 1880 mm, width - 1885. The wheelbase repeated the parameters of the predecessor and remained at 2790 mm. The clearance of the car did not exceed 220 mm, which is obviously not enough for an SUV, but a low car landing contributed to stability.

Brakes "Prado"

SUVs are operated, as a rule, in an extreme situation, sometimes requiring an instant stop. The car "Kruser Prado" is equipped with a system of fine adjustment of braking forces, which leads all wheels to one stop ratio. When the pedal is depressed, a special program balances the hydraulic feed from the master cylinder. Regardless of road conditions, the machine stops "as if dug in" precisely due to the uniform distribution of braking forces.

"Toyota Fortuner"

In 1990 the family of off-road cars "Toyota" replenished with a novelty. On the basis of "Land Cruiser" was created another model - Fortuner, which is slightly different from the classic "Land Cruiser". The release was established in Thailand in the late 90's, and initially the car was offered only in the rear-wheel drive version. The demand was sufficient for further development of production, and Fortuner began to sell throughout the southeast region, including Indonesia. Then the car began to develop the market of Argentina, and very successfully.

The engines of "Fortuner" repeated already familiar set - one motor in volume of 2.7 liters, capacity of 170 liters. from. And 4-liter, 280 liters. from.

The car features a spacious cozy interior, high chairs provide a good view, the center console is equipped with all the necessary travel tools, a clino, compass, thermometer, altimeter and barometer.

Jeep "Toyota": the price

The cars of Jeep Toyota brand are sold in Russian car dealers at the price from 1 794 000 to 3 000 000 rubles - depending on the model, year of manufacture and configuration.