China Economic News Network (Liu Chenxi)On November 17, FAW Toyota officially released two classic models, the new Crown and the new Prado. Among them, the new Crown will be launched in the first half of 2024, and the new Prado is expected to be introduced into FAW Toyota channels in 2024, and reservations will be accepted after the Spring Festival.
Return to the original point, the new Prado reshapes the new standard of hard cross-country
This time, the new Prado, the core model of the Rand Crusher car series, is back to its original point, adhering to the belief of "providing support for people’s lives and social development", and redefining "hard-core off-road" with "robust" hardcore quality.
In terms of appearance, the new Prado uses "reliability, permanence, and professionalism" as keywords to achieve a combination of traditional and modern exterior design, and provides two options of round lamp front face and rectangular front face, recreating the hard-line style of the Landcooluzer car series. The round front face reveals a strong retro atmosphere in the classic; the rectangular front face is bold and avant-garde, exuding a strong hard-line off-road style. The two styles of front face shape will fully meet the user’s personalized car needs.
In addition, the new Prado adopts a non-load-bearing body structure design, which increases body rigidity by 30% and frame rigidity by 50%.%It can maintain a stable body posture under any road conditions, providing users with a more secure and comfortable driving experience.
In terms of power, the new Prado is equipped with a 2.4T super hybrid system, matching the Direct Shift-8AT gearbox, with a maximum power of 243kW and a maximum torque of 630N · m. In addition to strong off-road performance, it also takes into account global acceleration performance and environmental protection performance. At the same time, the new Prado is also equipped with the OurHours four-wheel drive system of the Torson limited-slip center differential, plus an electronically controlled mechanical rear axle differential lock, making the journey smooth.
The new Prado uses the same GA-F platform as the Landcooluzer 300 series, which greatly improves the passability of rough roads. At the same time, it is equipped with EPS electronic power steering system and SDM stability bar separation device for the first time, which takes into account the handling, passability and ride comfort in different scenarios. In addition, the new Prado is also equipped with AVS adaptive variable suspension system, MTS multi-terrain optional driver assistance system, and supports 6 professional driving modes, further improving the overall performance of the vehicle.
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In addition to the new Prado, Toyota’s flagship model, the new crown, was also officially released, and the interior was revealed for the first time. The new crown was developed by Toyota based on the decision to create the "original crown", and the design concept of "NEW FORMAL" was used to redefine the Toyota flagship with the new style of IKEA.
The new crown is based on the GA-L platform and features an FR layout for a low, wide and powerful body stance. The hammerhead design enhances the sharpness and width of the front face; the Under Priority large trapezoidal grille is exquisite and luxurious, creating a majesty and style commensurate with the Toyota flagship. The long front and 6-window cockpit present a stretched and smooth side body, and the one-line taillight design further broadens the rear shape of the new car.
In terms of the interior, large areas of wood grain panels are used in a continuous arrangement from the instrument panel to the left and right doors to the floating center console, highlighting the characteristics of the "island structure". In terms of materials, the accessible parts (such as the instrument panel, the door interior panel, the center console, etc.) are wrapped in leather materials, creating the luxury feeling of a classic car.
The new crown features a 3000mm long wheelbase, ensuring plenty of legroom for rear passengers. The premium Napa leather seats and rear seats are both heated and ventilated, providing a comfortable ride experience for users. The rear center armrest is also equipped with a multi-function operation panel, further highlighting the luxury of the new crown, allowing rear passengers to enjoy a respectful experience. In addition, the new crown is also equipped with 64-color LED ambient lights, adding layer and comfort to the interior.
In terms of power, the new Crown is equipped with Toyota’s first 2.5L multi-stage hybrid system, with a maximum power of 179kW and a combined fuel consumption of 6.24L/100km under WLTC conditions, achieving strong power performance and higher fuel economy. This newly developed multi-stage hybrid system consists of a 2.5L engine and two motors. By combining step gears, it can provide direct and sensitive power response when accelerating in any speed range. At the same time, at high speeds, the engine speed can still be maintained at a low level, thus ensuring better fuel economy and driving tranquility.
With the arrival of the new Crown, the Crown brand has formed a new product matrix covering sedans, MPVs, SUVs and crossovers, leading FAW Toyota to open up a new high-end landscape.
Create a new strategic depthPromote the development of electrification, intelligence, and high-end
The strong return of the new Crown and the new Prado not only expands FAW Toyota’s product matrix, but also creates a new strategic depth for FAW Toyota in the new era of industrial transformation.
At the product level, FAW Toyota already has Toyota’s high-end flagship "Crown Car Series", a powerful "SUV Car Series" led by the new Prado, and the global sales champion "Corolla Car Series". In addition, FAW Toyota also has the bZ pure electric series developed locally, and users can find their favorite products in FAW Toyota regardless of their needs.
At the technical level, FAW Toyota already has the THS ⅱ intelligent electric hybrid dual-engine technology that focuses on multi-scene commuting, the multi-level hybrid technology specially designed for high-performance models, and the super hybrid technology that takes into account off-road, acceleration and environmental performance. The full layout of the three intelligent electric hybrid dual-engine technologies will help FAW Toyota build an electrified product matrix with better structure and wider coverage. Not only that, Toyota’s first pure electric car bZ3 sold nearly 6,000 units in a month, demonstrating the demeanor of a new energy leader.
In addition, under the new technical proposition of "ITS TiME Now, Smart Future", FAW Toyota has "4T" intelligent technologies including intelligent electric hybrid dual-engine technology, T-Pilot intelligent driver assistance system, Toyota Connect intelligent interconnection, and Toyota Space intelligent cockpit, and realizes full coverage of TNGA architecture models, opening up a new intelligent technology experience for users. The comprehensive technology and product layout also makes FAW Toyota at the forefront of Toyota’s joint ventures in terms of electrification, intelligence and high-end.
