Years of restyling land cruiser 100 4.2 diesel. New comment

Toyota Land Cruiser 100 is rightfully considered one of the most successful representatives of its class. The name "land cruiser" (as the name of the model is translated from English) this modification has fully justified for many years now.

The concept version of the Toyota Land Cruiser 100 was presented in October 2007 at the Tokyo International Motor Show and was called the Grand Cruiser.

The Toyota Land Cruiser 100 is a full-size SUV, classified as a Station Wagon according to the concern's internal classification. The body is 5-door, the number of seats varies from 5 to 9. All modifications are equipped with a permanent all-wheel drive system with a reduction gear. As an additional option, a cross-axle differential lock is offered. Body structure - frame. The frame is equipped with built-in shock-absorbing elements. The car has an impressive ground clearance even by the standards of the class - 220 mm.

On the one hand, due to the high quality finish and level of comfort, the car is considered very prestigious and representative, and on the other hand, its high cross-country ability makes it an excellent off-road option.

History of the SUV

Land Cruiser is the oldest SUV in the lineup of the Japanese concern. Its history dates back to 1953 and continues to this day. The "hundredth" modification is the seventh generation of the model.

It was presented to the public in 1997 in Tokyo, sales began in 1998. The novelty replaced the ultra-reliable Toyota Land Cruiser 80. Compared to its predecessor, the new Land Cruiser received a more modern appearance and became more comfortable (new systems that make it easier to drive on uneven surfaces, independent double wishbone front suspension, rack and pinion steering).

The Toyota Land Cruiser 105 was also introduced to the market. In fact, it was a heavily modernized Land Cruiser 80 in a new “honeycomb” body. The machine was distinguished by increased cross-country ability and unpretentiousness in operation. It had two continuous axles, all differential locks and a narrower track.

In 2003, the Land Cruiser 100 model underwent a slight restyling, having received modified head optics, bumpers and a new interior trim. The updated Land Cruiser for the American market became known as Amazon.

In 2007, the production of Toyota Land Cruiser 100 was completed, it was replaced by the Land Cruiser 200 model.

Technical features Land Cruiser 100

When developing a new generation of Land Cruiser, Toyota specialists paid special attention to engines that had to combine power and reliability. For the car, several new power units were proposed at once. This is a 4.7-liter V8 petrol with 235 hp. and an in-line six-cylinder diesel engine with a volume of 4.2 liters and a power of 205 hp. (It is worth noting that the gasoline V8 was focused primarily on the American market). In addition to them, the Land Cruiser 100, like its predecessor, was equipped with a 4.5-liter inline "six". Also in some markets, the diesel engine was offered in a turbocharged version.

At the first stage, the list of gearboxes included a 5-speed "mechanics" and a 4-speed "automatic", subsequently the automatic box also received five steps.

Two years after the start of production, the Toyota Land Cruiser 100 has slightly changed the list of options offered. In particular, the SUV for the first time received independent climate control for rear passengers.

Pros and cons of the Land Cruiser 100

The advantages of the model compared to classmates have always been considered reliability and high cross-country ability. In particular, to improve the off-road performance of the model, an AHC system (hydraulic clearance adjustment) was installed on it, which maintains a constant level of ground clearance, regardless of the load on the car.

SUV engines allow him to feel confident in the city, and on the highway, and off-road. However, this feeling hits the driver's pocket quite noticeably, since the large Land Cruiser 100 is not very economical.

Another advantage of the car is a spacious interior, in which there is enough space for each seat.

The weak points of all copies of the Toyota Land Cruiser 100 are the steering rack, as well as the front suspension. Both elements have become innovations for the “weaving”, and both have a very small resource when operating on bad roads.

Interesting facts about the model

By early 1998, when the Land Cruiser 100 hit the market, the Land Cruiser name had already become a household name and was considered synonymous with off-road capability and reliability. That is why the United Nations purchased the newly released copies of the Toyota Land Cruiser 100 for their needs.

In the domestic Japanese market from 1998 to 2007, a modification of the Land Cruiser Cygnus was introduced. It was a more prestigious type of "hundred" with luxurious interior trim and many luxury options. Cygnus was equipped exclusively with a 4.7-liter engine in combination with an automatic transmission. This car came to Russia under the name Lexus LX470.

In 2000, Toyota celebrated the 50th anniversary of sales of the Land Cruiser. On this occasion, a special series called 50th Anniversary was released. The car was distinguished by aluminum rims, gold-colored logos, leather and wood on the steering wheel, as well as an anniversary nameplate on the body. 400 copies from this limited series were sent to the Russian market.

Awards and statistics Land Cruiser 100

Throughout history, Toyota Land Cruiser has become the best-selling SUV in the world. In 2000, the year of the model's 50th anniversary on the market, its worldwide sales amounted to 191,000 copies. In total, by this time more than 3.7 million copies of Land Cruiser of all generations had been sold.

Toyota Land Cruiser 100 did not win high-profile victories at automobile competitions, but achieved success and recognition from the public. Until now, these cars are in demand in the secondary market.

However, popularity has a downside: the car often appeared on the lists of the most stolen in Russia.

And the Land Cruiser midge on the Russian market is not an accident, but the result of painstaking work. Dreadnoughts of the 60th series are practically unknown to us, but they are cramped and a little clumsy, but already by the standards of the class, luxurious and comfortable 80s in Russia were appreciated. The 100th series, which appeared in 1998, is a consolidation of success.

With excellent driving comfort, high quality interior, elegant appearance - this is also one of the most reliable cars not only in this segment, but also among models Toyota . Yes, and the patency did not let us down! True, there is one caveat: the usual “weaving” on the roads is good, but it is intended for serious off-road “exploits” TLC Episode 105. What's the Difference?

Difference betweenTLC 100 andTLC 105

First, about indexes. The "regular", more expensive and "urban" version of the Land Cruiser is indicated by the index 100 and the letters VX. Cheaper and "hardcore", "rural" - in the numbers 105, as well as the letters STD or GX.

Now about the differences. Outwardly, they are at least: at first glance, only the rear doors differ: the 105th has a vertical hinged pair, and the 100th has a horizontal folding one. But if you look closely, you can see different bumpers, different wheel offsets, the presence of hubs in the hubs and a lower landing of the 100th.

The design in both cases is frame, but the frames are different and the bodies are also not interchangeable. The rear suspension will always be with a continuous axle, and options are possible in the front: the 100th has an independent two-lever, and the 105th has another continuous axle.

Pictured: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 (HZJ105) "2002–05

In the transmission, everything is again without tricks: either permanent all-wheel drive with a locking center differential and the possibility of ordering a rear axle differential, or a hard-wired front axle on machines of the 105th series.

The bulk of the cars are equipped with one of two gasoline engines: an inline six 4.5 series 1FZ or V 8 4.7 2UZ. As a rule, they are injection, but occasionally come across carburetor from the Emirates. Diesels - only inline sixes 4.2: atmospheric 1HZ and turbocharged 1HD. Moreover, the gasoline V 8 relies only on the VX / 100 versions, and the atmospheric diesel is strictly STD / GX / 105.

In interior trim, the difference is no less than in the technical part. The STD version “flaunts” with cheap vinyl panels and simple leatherette seats with manual windows, a little better than in the “classic Zhiguli”. The GX package is only slightly richer: there are already electric drives and normal fabric upholstery.

Torpedo Toyota Land Cruiser 100 GX "2005–07

A truly luxury car is only TLC 100-series VX. Here the interior is already made of completely different materials, and even the basic equipment looks frankly sybaritic. In addition to the powerful engine and chic interior, the VX was also offered with the TEMS electrically adjustable suspension and the AHC body leveling system. The TLC 105 has nothing of the kind in its arsenal and cannot be.

Well, the differences are quite understandable. Machines of the 105th series are most often bought as an extreme "rogue" with a very strong design, with an emphasis on quality and durability. And their fellow TLC 100 series are already machines for those who need dynamics on asphalt and versatility, strength, and at the same time - excellent equipment. Such cars ended up in the garages of many organizations, such as traveling cars for oil workers and builders, security and escort cars, individual cars for "big people" for the winter period and field trips.

For those who lacked the luxury of the VX, they came up with the Lexus LX 470 with the same V 8 engine. Everything is expectedly richer in terms of interior trim, an even stronger self-locking rear differential, a slightly different study of exterior details, a high-end Mark Levinson audio system and a cardinal system. protection against theft - special non-removable stickers with VIN on all parts of the machine. Yes, yes, TLC and Lexuses were stolen not only from us, but also in the USA.

About theftTLC

Prestige, extremely high price and a fantastically long waiting period for new cars (up to two years) created a huge demand for this SUV on the black market. The car still occupies a leading place in the list of the most stolen.

In the photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX "1998–2002

front fender cost

original price:

29 177 rubles

By the way, a solid share of the blame for this lies with the manufacturer. Toyota basically equipped the TLC with a plate with a VIN number on rivets, and only on late cars since 2005 did a sticker appear in the doorway. But, “with the modern development of printing in the West,” all this helped little. In fact, the only "iron stuffed" number on the car is on the frame. This leaves a lot of freedom for those who need a "donor", and also just have a legal frame number or the frame itself.

The regular anti-theft of the Land Cruiser 100 is also no good: there is an easily accessible engine control unit and the absence of any protection in the automatic transmission. In general, the cars left quickly and on their own, unlike the "Europeans", who sometimes went to the other extreme - if the system failed, even the owner could not start the car, and the services needed a lot of time to restore the immobilizer and ECU.

Toyota land cruiser from the United Arab Emirates - to take or not?

Despite the excellent rich equipment of most cars, it is not recommended to take the Middle Eastern options (from the UAE and neighboring countries), since their design has been significantly changed compared to the “normal” ones. Firstly, often there is no heater or a minimalist radiator is installed. Two high capacity air conditioners are not particularly needed in our climate, besides, the wiring to the rear air conditioner (as well as to the rear heater) usually rots quickly, leading to depressurization of the circuit.

In the photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX "1998–2002

Hood cost

original price:

55 860 rubles

But that's half the trouble. The main drama is that such cars have practically no anti-corrosion coating of the body and exhaust system, and technical fluids and rubber products are designed for operation only in hot climates. Even at temperatures around zero, the car literally begins to crumble, and moisture quickly renders the body unusable.

Iranian cars of the 105 series with factory gas-cylinder equipment and a carburetor inline six 1FZ-F are especially not recommended. In addition to all other "Asian" problems, a long-worn out power system will also be added, which is unlikely to be properly configured without major alterations.

About liquidity

With this, TLC is in full order. Used 100s and 105s cost absolutely fantastic money for age cars: a price of more than a million for a ten-year-old copy is not something outstanding, and armored options go for three to five. Unlike Audi and BMW, which were no less prestigious in their time, Toyota loses surprisingly little. But is there any point in buying an aged TLC 100, especially for a considerable price, think for yourself. I will try to tell as much as possible about the nuances of design and operation.

In the photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX "1998–2002

Frame

Here it is of a completely traditional design, from a closed profile, and the main units are attached to it - the body is almost completely unloaded and bolted with 12 bolts. For series 100 and 105, as I said, the frame is different, but the essence of what is happening with it is about the same: it corny rusts along the welds.

In the photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX "1998–2002

The reasons are the same as for other frame machines, like. The frame is not airtight, dirt gets inside the profile and ... remains there. To save the frame, you need to constantly clean it, or better, fill it with anticorrosive or just grease.

It would seem that the frame should be the most reliable part of the machine, but in fact it is one of its most vulnerable components. Cars from Moscow often required serious frame repairs by the age of ten, but this problem almost does not concern Siberian users or car connoisseurs from the Caucasus - in a warm climate, even in the absence of protection, the metal copes.

There are many legends associated with the frame number, and even one “wiring”. Many people believe that the VIN number is framed, although in reality there are no frames, there is a clear trace of the work of a powerful number press-typer, and small tides along the edges of the number indicate this. But FRAME on cars for the Japanese market really has a visible embossed frame of a completely different shape, which is not found on cars with a VIN number. Below the number is one of the standard frame seams, and traffic police officers, when checking “in the field”, often try to pass it off as traces of welding, demanding that the car be sent for examination. By the way, this seam often rusts after a few years of operation. If there is any doubt about the quality of the seam, it is recommended to break through the “pedigree” of the car by the engine number, or, even better, by the airbag stickers.

In the photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX "1998–2002

Like all other frame SUVs, the rear part of the frame is mainly subject to corrosion, especially in the area where the spring pads and cross members are attached. When choosing a machine, it is worth inspecting this area most carefully, including tapping welds. Repair is difficult: the profile is double in some places, the seams are multi-layered, and there are amplifiers inside. The work is also hampered by the possible attention of forensic specialists to such operations: unsuccessful seams near the right front wheel, behind which the number is located on the frame, can quickly lead to the cancellation of the registration of the car.

In short, there is no need to mess with cars with a rotten frame, even if it was cooked and restored not so long ago.

Body and interior

It is well-cut and well-tailored. And let corrosion happen to him, but it mainly affects the fenders and bumpers, the windshield frame, the tailgate, as well as damage areas and sandblasting. A certain risk is also present for the front panel and the attachment points of the body to the frame.

Of course, cars driving on serious off-road suffer noticeably more, and “urban” cars from the southern regions or even from Siberia often do not have corrosion at the age of fifteen, except perhaps a “noble patina” on the paintwork from bright sun and frost. All other options are usually located somewhere between these "extremes".

Pictured: Toyota Land Cruiser 100" 2005–07

windshield cost

original price:

27 730 rubles

Slight corrosion can be found even on very fresh cars, on the edge of the front fenders under the bumper and at the very bottom of the fender at the door, but the rate of further spread of misfortune depends mainly on the living conditions of the car.

The reasons for the appearance of rust are clearly not in the poor quality of the color, it's just that zones with the accumulation of dirt and moisture are formed there. A similar problem is at the windshield frame, the seams suffer first of all, corrosion diverges from them further.

In the photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX "1998–2002

There is not much fragile plastic on the body, but bumpers are the first to suffer from off-road attacks on cars in a standard civilian body kit. The original is quite expensive, but the Chinese ones are enough, and the quality of the analogues is quite decent.

Peeling chrome and rubbing headlights are obvious age-related sores, and not the worst.

Finishing and interior equipment of the machine is famous for its durability and indestructibility. Of course, the simpler the equipment, the more reliable, but it is believed that cars show clear signs of aging only before the first restyling in 2002 and with harsh operating conditions, and all the breakdowns here are “introduced”.

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For example, the backlash of the steering column is associated with an unsuccessful manner of landing behind the wheel, when they grab the steering wheel, and not a special handle when entering. Breakdowns of handles and locks, as well as interior electronics - all superficial, the result of inaccurate user actions. Well, or banal neglect; in particular, the neglected state of the salons of the cars "from the guard" is quite typical.

Electrical and electronics

Perhaps this is how the car should be. To make the section on electronics failures take one paragraph. No matter how hard I tried to find weaknesses in the reports of owners and craftsmen, the search for serious weaknesses did not lead to anything. Everything works fine if the car did not crawl through the woods and mud. The quality of the wiring is on top, all elements are made with a good margin of quality. Of the nuances - quickly wearing out headlights, the absence of regular "xenon", a relatively small resource of generators (about 150 thousand kilometers), especially if there is a bunch of non-standard electrical equipment.

Brakes, suspension and steering

The braking system on a heavy and powerful SUV is very heavily loaded, and on the TLC it works to the limit with any engine except a naturally aspirated diesel. The rest of the motors in heavy city traffic simply "gobble up" the pads and discs.

Pipe corrosion or ABS failures? No, have not heard.

But the rear disc brakes are just bursting at the seams, and the front ones are not much stronger. For escort cars, pads can be changed almost more often than oil. Be carefull.

Suspension is phenomenally reliable, and independent on VX is in no way inferior to solid axles on STD / GX. The resource of most components is well over a hundred thousand, you need to worry about once every couple of years. And even on hard off-road, the front levers and ball joints can withstand at least 60-80 thousand kilometers.

If it were not for the TEMS Toyota Electronically Modulated Suspension systems - electronically controlled shock absorbers and AHC Active Height Control, then the conversation would be short. But if there is electronics, problems are added. First of all, body position sensors suffer, as a result of which the car can “fall” onto one of the axles, and if this happens in the mud, it can also sit firmly. Sometimes the wiring of the system fails. The AHC system also requires regular fluid changes and maintenance.

In the photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX "1998–2002

The steering is quite reliable. Moreover, both in the case of a rack and pinion steering mechanism for 100 series, and with a steering machine for 105 series. Backlash and sticking are most likely the result of damage during hard driving. And yes, it takes a lot of effort.

Transmission

The ode to reliability is a little overshadowed by the presence of problems on cars before the first restyling, most often off-road. So, on cars with independent front suspension, the front gearbox was sometimes cut off until 2000, later it was strengthened. The resource of the front axle on model 105 is also not too large, after 100-150 thousand combat kilometers it needs a serious shake-up, with the replacement of all oil seals, adjustment of the main pair and replacement of worn bearings. But if you do not forget to change the oil in the transfer case, bridges and do not particularly anneal, then no expenses are expected.

The resource of the transfer case of permanent all-wheel drive is more than sufficient; with runs over 500 thousand, it usually does not require repair. But you can damage it, the reason for this is again corrosion, this time of the aluminum case and drain plug. She has a very thin body, when you try to unscrew the "soured" screw, it often just cracks.

If you inject universal joints and check the adjustment of the wheel bearings at each MOT, then the resource of the cardan shafts and hubs is also more than sufficient, 200 thousand kilometers before the first bulkhead, with the front shaft and rear axle hubs being the first to be delivered. Vibrations and noise are a reason to carry out maintenance of these nodes.

In the photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX "1998–2002

On machines with an electric center differential lock, the drive motor may also fail, the price of the “issue” is from 30 thousand rubles. On machines of the 105 series with a connected front axle, the problems are exactly the same, but they are complicated by the possibility of accidentally turning on the drive on a hard surface and increased wear of the unit in this case.

There are no complaints about the reliability of mechanical boxes. However, everything is also fine with the automatic transmission.

Four-speed boxes of the AW30-41LE series, they are also A 340F / A 341F / A 343, which were installed before restyling in 2002 with all engines - a model of reliability. With runs of half a million kilometers, they will only require scheduled oil changes and the absence of overheating. By the way, they put similar ones on. There are simply no weak spots. For Lexus 470 and TLC VX with V 8, they installed the most powerful version of these boxes, the A341, the rest of the versions were content with less “momentary” modifications, but this does not affect the resource. The box is difficult to overheat, overload and generally somehow break.

The five-speed automatic transmission of the A 750F series appeared after restyling, and few people call them eternal. However, a resource of 200-350 thousand kilometers for an “automatic machine” with similar dynamics and a gas turbine engine is already an achievement. In fact, it is similar to other Aisins of that time performed for Toyota and is almost perfect. Unfortunately, according to the regulations, the oil in it does not change (which does not negate the need to do this). Alas, this little "trick" from the manufacturer limits the practical ceiling of the life of boxes at the level of 200-250 thousand kilometers and reduces the number of available contract units. Be careful on the border of such a run.

Motors

With motors, too - complete order. Moreover, the TLC has no particular problems with cooling systems and attachments - everything is done with a good margin of safety.

Basically, the car meets the legendary V 8 2UZ -FE with a volume of 4.7 liters. This is a real "millionaire", its piston group is able to pass this million in the very real conditions of our tracks. The main thing is to change the timing belt at least once every 100 thousand kilometers, monitor lubrication and cooling, clean the throttle and check the spark plugs and spark plug tips in time.

In the photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX engine "1998–2002

True, catalysts may not reach such a mileage, usually at 400-500 thousand kilometers they simply fall apart, and if symptoms are not noticed in time, the fragments can be sucked into the combustion chambers, where they will damage the piston group. The version with phase shifters after 2005 differs little in terms of reliability from the “weaker” ones, all the same excellent performance.

In the photo: Under the hood of the Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX "2002–05

timing belt cost

original price:

3 411 rubles

The inline six 1FZ -FE with a volume of 4.5 liters is no worse, but is less common. An absolutely impossible resource by today's standards, a successful design and a low maintenance cost - it combines the incongruous. Often found with a gas supply system, which it tolerates quite well, although. Again, you need to change the timing chain as it stretches, adjust the valves in time - “and a million is yours”.

Diesel engines of the 1HZ series have also long been recognized by millionaires. Problems - only with fuel equipment, and even then rarely. He tolerates any solar oil. The resource is limited mainly, and more specifically, by its inexorable chemical corrosion and cracking. There is no turbine, the margin of safety is huge.

More powerful turbocharged diesels of the 1HD series proved themselves in two ways. On the one hand, the dynamics with them are no worse than those of their gasoline counterparts, with significantly lower fuel consumption. But more capricious fuel equipment, expensive nozzles, a limited resource of high-pressure fuel pumps and problems with the timing resource limit the resource to the first major repair at the level of 180-250 thousand kilometers. For any other car, this would be an excellent result, but not for the TLC 100, which with gasoline engines can go twice as far without much difficulty.

Summary

It's a little scary to criticize a car that has long and firmly become the idol of thousands of people. But it should be noted that with all the fantastic indicators of the resource of motors and transmissions, as well as the excellent performance of electronics and most auxiliary systems, there are also difficulties with corrosion and really unpleasant and unsolvable problems with theft and criminality of the model in general.

In the photo: Toyota Land Cruiser 100 VX (J100-101) "1998–2002

Undoubtedly, this car is already a legend, but, from a practical point of view, old-fashioned interior chic and reliability are not able to cover the fact that modern crossovers, being new, will easily beat the old TLC 100 in terms of the number of failures, and in terms of comfort and even more so economy. in some way they will surpass. But they will not have such cross-country ability and such charisma. Your voice

Toyota Land Cruiser: 100 or 200

Popular truth says: the best is the enemy of the good. Another wisdom hints that the new is always better than the old. This applies to everything, including cars.

Indeed, the new model, as a rule, surpasses the previous one in all or most parameters. But in the case of SUVs, alas, such a trick does not always work. The more modern the "rogue", the closer he gets to the asphalt. Is it really all so vague?

We learn about this after comparing the two machines. Both are Toyota Land Cruisers, only one is the "100" model, and the other is the successor Toyota Land Cruiser 200.

The design has changed, but not drastically. It's hard to say whether the "dvuhsotka" has become more beautiful or not. How many people, so many opinions. Some believe that the new model has become more solid, while others argue that the latest "Kruzak" is too massive. By the way, the Land Cruiser 200 has really grown up, and in all directions: in length, in width, and in height. But the cross-wheel base remained the same. Maybe because of this, the “two hundred” seems too heavy compared to the “hundred”.

But if the body design has not changed so dramatically, then in the cabin the changes are immediately visible. And not only in design. In the "dvuhsotka" better materials were used in interior trim: high-quality leather, soft plastic, rubberized inserts on the inner surfaces of the door handles. The steering column is adjustable not only in tilt angle, but also in reach.

The Land Cruiser 200 has a cooler panel! Healthy, for real men. There is an empty area next to the automatic transmission lever. In more expensive configurations, it houses the system controls: Crawl Control, which allows you to maintain a constant speed when overcoming off-road; Multiterrain, which helps to achieve the most effective braking in all conditions; US and DAC to help you get down and up the mountain safely. The monumental dashboard of the Land Cruiser 100 in gray tones seems gloomy against the background of the cheerful Dvuhsotka panel.

But the difference in the size of the door handles is especially striking. After the usual Toyota openers that are installed on the "weave", the handles on the new "Kruzak" give out a clear bias towards America. Such huge handles are more common on overseas cars. The accent, by the way, is not very successful, and it is visible in the front seats. It is indisputable that the quality of the leather with which these chairs are upholstered does not cause any complaints. But, excuse me, why make the seats so amorphous? Is it really difficult to create at least the appearance of lateral support, which is oh so necessary when driving through gullies. And the "two hundred" ride on them, as it turned out, knows how. And no worse than its "parent", which, as you know, despite all the external glamor, was and remains a capable SUV. But we ran ahead of the locomotive, we will return to the salon again.

The main difference is that the interior has become more spacious. However, this improvement can be more appreciated by passengers sitting in the middle seat. Yes, it is on average, because from now on all Land Cruiser 200s are equipped with three rows of seats. The second row seats are divided in a ratio of 40:20:40. All three chairs can be moved back or forward. In addition, the backrests of the middle row are adjustable in angle.

The Land Cruiser 200 has a greyhound panel! Healthy, for real men. next to the automatic transmission lever is an empty area. In more expensive configurations, it houses the system controls: Crawl Control, which allows you to maintain a constant speed when overcoming off-road; Multiterrain, which helps to achieve the most effective braking in all conditions; US and DAC to help you get down and up the mountain safely. The monumental dashboard of the Land Cruiser 100 in gray tones seems gloomy against the background of the cheerful panel of the “two hundred”.

Two folding rear seats can easily accommodate two adult passengers.

The back row, which is the third, is a full-fledged sofa for two adults. True, the trunk in the case of a three-row seating arrangement will be like ... well, for example, the Niva, or maybe even less. But if the seats are folded down, then almost a cubic meter of cargo will fit in the trunk.

The seats of the middle row of the Land Cruiser 200 are comparable in comfort to the rear sofa of a business class sedan: there is enough space, the tunnel on the floor is invisible, it is possible to move the seat back and forth and adjust the backrest. The rear seats at the "weave" provide a high level of comfort. They are soft, wide, legroom is sufficient. But all the same, sitting in the same place in the "two hundred" is more pleasant.

In general, the choice is small: either a minibus or a truck. And in both roles, the “dvuhsotka” can perform successfully: 9 people or 800 kg of cargo are far from every all-terrain vehicle.

Off-road habits

The transmission of the new "Kruzak" does not carry revolutionary solutions. It also has permanent all-wheel drive. However, the center differential is different. If on the “weave” it was free, then in the “two hundred” it is self-locking: when the wheels of one of the axles slip, the differential (there is a Torsen differential) is blocked. The disadvantage of this differential is that it is blocked only when slipping. Therefore, it also provides for forced blocking.

All this is good. But the transmission control was different. The lever that controls the transfer case is a thing of the past. Now, to turn on the lower row, you need to stop (however, this also had to be done on the “hundredths”), move the “automatic” lever to neutral, then turn the knob on the instrument panel to the right of the steering column. And wait! The lowered one will turn on in about 3-4 seconds. Everything would be fine, but waiting for the gear to turn on while the car starts to get bogged down in the swamp is still unpleasant. Fortunately, the majority of the owners of such cars do not even know the way to the swamps, not to mention driving there.

In a rut, the "hundred" may have more chances than the "dvuhsotka", due to a greater clearance of 20 mm

At the "weaving" the lower one is turned on by a lever. Fast, reliable!

The center lock for both cars is activated in the same way - with a button located to the right of the steering column. And on both machines, the differential locks equally quickly.

It's easy to compare the Land Cruiser 100 and Land Cruiser 200 off-road. It is difficult to identify the best of them. By and large, the off-road capabilities of both cars are the same. Differences in nuance. Due to the longer rear overhang, the “two hundred” earlier begins to cling to the ground with the stern when moving over bumps. But the “two hundred” has more suspension travel, so it resists diagonal hanging longer.

Theoretically, the Land Cruiser 100 may have an advantage on marshy ground due to almost three centners less weight. Yes, and in a rut, the "hundredth" may have more chances due to a 20 mm greater clearance.

However, these differences do not distinguish any of the machines for the better.

On smooth asphalt

The chassis of the Land Cruiser 200 has changed little compared to its predecessor. I mean, constructively: the same rigid rear axle and the same independent front axle. The differences are that the “hundredth” had a torsion bar, and the Land Cruiser 200 had a spring one. Despite the dimensions of the mastodon, both cars are agile and steer well. But in the new model, the suspension is more collected, so there is less roll when cornering, and reactions to steering actions are clearer.

Both cars are equipped with five-speed "automatic". But the “two hundred” has a manual gearshift mode, which the Land Cruiser 100 does not have.

The dynamics of cars did not begin to be compared due to the obvious inequality of the power plants of the warring parties. The Cruiser 100 has a 4.7-liter V-shaped “eight” under the hood, and a 4-liter V-shaped “six” under the hood of the “two hundred”. Naturally, a more powerful and lighter “weave” on the track will put the Land Cruiser 200 on both blades.

Despite the fact that the suspension on the Land Cruiser 200 is structurally similar to the “hundred” suspension, its moves are noticeably larger. Under equal conditions, the rear wheel of the Land Cruiser 100 takes off from the ground earlier than the wheel of the "200" does.

Who will win

In terms of their qualities, the cars are approximately equal. Still, the new SUV has some advantages. For the most part, they relate to behavior on asphalt, rather than off-road, where there is clear parity. On public roads, the novelty has a more distinct driving performance. She has better insulation, a more comfortable interior.

And the very fact that this is a new model that has been produced for only three years is worth a lot.

Model History

Legend has it that the history of the Toyota Land Cruiser began in 1941. During the Second World War, the Japanese army got one of the first army jeeps Bantam MK II as a trophy. The military commanders liked the car, who gave Toyota the task of developing a similar car. Toyota coped with the task and made a prototype. However, it did not enter mass production. Moreover, not a single photograph has been preserved that would confirm the existence of this all-terrain vehicle.

But the experience gained in the development of an army SUV was not in vain, it came in handy 9 years later - in 1950. Then the Americans ordered 100 SUVs for their army, which were planned to be used in the Korean War.

The first such car, called the Toyota Jeep BJ, was released in January 1951. It was equipped with a 3.4 liter petrol engine with 82 hp. It was the world's first all-wheel drive car with a six-cylinder engine. Prior to this, these machines were equipped with four-cylinder engines.

In the summer of that year, one of the Toyota factory testers was able to drive a car to the top of Mount Fuji, after which the national police department ordered 289 of these SUVs.

But mass production of Toyota Jeep BJ began only at the beginning of 1953. And already in 1954, the car was called the Land Cruiser.

In 1955, the second generation of the SUV appeared, which was called the Toyota Land Cruiser BJ20. The car received a modified body, as well as a new 3.9-liter engine with 125 hp.

This generation was produced until 1960, when it was replaced by the Toyota Land Cruiser BJ40. The engine of the third generation car remained the same, but at the same time the transmission received a lowering row. This version of the SUV was produced until 1984.

In parallel with the Toyota Land Cruiser BJ40, other Land Cruiser models were in production. So, in 1967, the Toyota Land Cruiser BJ50 appeared, the production of which continued until 1980, when it was replaced by the Toyota Land Cruiser 60.

When production of the Toyota Land Cruiser BJ40 was discontinued in 1984, the popular 70th Land Cruiser series came to replace us. In some countries, the Toyota Land Cruiser 70 was sold as the Land Cruiser II or Land Cruiser Light, which later became known as the Land Cruiser Prado. This series is still in production.

In October 1989, the legendary Toyota Land Cruiser 80 appeared. In March 1998, the production of the Toyota Land Cruiser 80 was discontinued, and it was replaced by the Toyota Land Cruiser 100. This is the first Toyota SUV to receive an eight-cylinder engine.

Well, our today's hero - Toyota Land Cruiser 200 - appeared in the fall of 2007.

Technique from the inside

Structurally, the Toyota Land Cruiser 200 transmission is not much different from its predecessor. All-wheel drive is left constant. But if on the “weave” the center differential was free and distributed the torque between the axles equally, then the TLC 200 has a Torsen self-locking differential with a torque distribution between the axles with a ratio of 40/60 in favor of the rear wheels.

Mechanical gearboxes, as well as the transfer case, have practically not changed. But the "automatic machines" on the "dvuhsotka" got the ability to manually switch.

Three engines are offered for the TLC 200: 4 and 4.7 liter petrol and 4.5 liter diesel. The four-liter engine is a six-cylinder V-shaped, and the other two are V-shaped "eights".

The largest motor is aggregated only with a five-speed "automatic", and the other two can be with both "mechanics" and automatic transmission. For the American market, another engine is offered - a V-shaped "eight" with a volume of 5.7 liters. A similar engine is also installed on the Lexus LX570.

Toyota Land Cruiser 100 was also equipped with three engines: a 4.2-liter diesel engine and 4.5 and 4.7-liter gasoline engines. The diesel engine had three modifications: atmospheric and turbocharged with one or two turbines. The 4.5-liter gasoline in-line "six" was both injection and carburetor - such cars were supplied to some third world countries.

The flagship modification of the “weave”, bearing the designation VX, was equipped with a V-shaped “eight” with a volume of 4.7 liters. This engine was equipped exclusively with a five-speed "automatic". According to the manufacturer's regulations, the owner of the Toyota Land Cruiser 200 must visit a service center every 10 thousand kilometers for maintenance.

The Toyota Land Cruiser 200 has a key fob that is connected to the car access system as a key. This system allows you to open the car door and start the engine without taking the key out of your pocket. At the end of the key fob sits a metal sting of a conventional key, which will help unlock the car in the event of a discharge of the battery or batteries in the key fob itself.

The handles on the new "Kruzak" give out a clear emphasis on America. Turned the handle on the instrument panel and wait until after 3-4 seconds a downshift is engaged. And the car at this time is slowly but inevitably sinking into the swamp. Therefore, not knowing the ford ... it is better not to go into the mud.

Special version

After the release of the usual “two hundred”, the presentation of the Land Cruiser 200 GX took place, a special version, the purpose of which is off-road driving. If you remember, the Land Cruiser 100 also had a GX modification. In fact, it could be called an independent model, because it was aggregated with other engines, and the running gear was different - in front of such a “weave” there was a continuous bridge.

The new off-road Toyota, alas, does not have a solid front axle. But in the basic configuration, the Land Cruiser 200 GX has an electric winch. Other features of the model include reinforced suspension, designed for long-term operation on bad roads and beyond.

Due to the longer rear overhang, the “two hundred” earlier begins to cling to the ground with the stern when moving over bumps

For the Land Cruiser 200 GX, there are two engines to choose from: a 4-liter V-shaped petrol “six” with a capacity of 243 hp. and a V-shaped turbodiesel "eight" with a volume of 4.5 liters, in which 220 hp is hidden.

The petrol engine will be aggregated with both "mechanics" and "automatic", and the diesel engine will be sold only with a manual transmission. That's just one thing is not clear: why does the modification, which is supposedly designed for off-road driving, even in the list of proposed options not have cross-wheel locks? And why are systems that can really help off-road equipped with the most luxurious version, which is designed more for driving to the front door, and not for driving into the swamp?

Some Specifications

Toyota Land Cruiser 100

- Length / width / height - 4890/1875/1890 mm;
- Engine capacity - 4664 cu. cm;
- Engine power - 238 hp at 4800 rpm;
- Torque - 434 Nm at 3400 rpm;
- Maximum speed - 180 km / h;
- Acceleration dynamics (from 0 to 100 km / h) - 11.2 s;
- Average fuel consumption - 17.6 l / 100 km.

Toyota Land Cruiser 200

Manufacturer's data for a new vehicle.
- Length / width / height - 4950/1972/1947 mm;
- Engine capacity - 3956 cu. cm;
- Engine power - 243 hp at 5200 rpm;
- Torque - 376 Nm at 3800 rpm;
- Maximum speed - 190 km / h;
- Acceleration dynamics (from 0 to 100 km / h) - 10.7 s.

Roman KREMNEV

The Land Cruiser 100 is legendary for its endurance. unpretentiousness and permeability. But age is inexorable and when buying a used copy, you need to take into account all the “weak” points. Read about them below in the article.

The Land Cruiser 100 has a special relationship in our area. Popularity ratings among wealthy car owners, this car topped immediately. And almost immediately one of its main problems was identified. And these are not some kind of breakdowns at all, but increased theft, which is not so relevant now. But checking the body and frame numbers should be done with great care and in the first place. The situation is aggravated by the fact that the VIN number of the body is stamped on the plate, which is fastened with rivets. Only at the end of 2005 they began to duplicate it with a sticker in the doorway (but this is also not a very reliable protection against fakes).

The number on the frame is physically stamped and is located in the area of ​​​​the right front wheel. In the case of him, the main danger is corrosion. If there are any traces of non-factory welding or there is noticeable metal corrosion, it is better to refuse this option. With a damaged frame, registration difficulties are almost guaranteed, even if the car does not have a real criminal record.

The overall Land Cruiser 100 is highly dependent on the climate in which operated automobile . Weak spots are fairly traditional: wheel arches, fenders and tailgate. In addition to age, the main reason lies in the weak paintwork. The more damage to the paintwork, the more rust. Therefore, Cruisers with an active "off-road" past rot faster.

A bit of history

The development of the model began in the 90s, the final design was approved already in 1994. And the “weave” went on sale only in 1998. Cruiser 100 was the first jeep in the Toyota lineup, which was equipped with a 4.7-liter V8 gasoline engine. In terms of comfort, it was the first SUV in the history of the brand, which approached the level representative class .

In 1998 The Land Cruiser 100 was chosen for deliveries to the UN as a very reliable off-road vehicle (or by "pull"). The cruiser was used as a service car by the special services and rescuers. And this is work in difficult conditions, where other brands and models "died" very quickly.

Toyota Land Cruiser 100 has been restyled twice - in 2002 and 2005. In 2002, the appearance was slightly changed, automatic brightness was added to the dashboard, dual-zone climate control and side safety curtains. Also, there is a new five-speed automatic transmission. Variable ratio steering became available as an option. The second restyling was insignificant. The 4.7 liter petrol engine was given power up to 275 hp. with . and a new timing system.

Modifications

After the release of the Toyota Land Cruiser 100 in '98, many off-road fans were disappointed with the independent front suspension. Therefore, there is a modification with index 105, the main differences are:

• the 105th has a hinged rear door, not a hinged one. Body and frame are similar but not interchangeable;
• the “footed” has poorer configurations ( STD or GX). The most expensive VX is only available to the “hundredth”, as is the top-end 4.7-liter gasoline engine;
• the main difference is the continuous front axle of the 105th model;

Clearly, the Land Cruiser 105 is “sharpened” for extreme off-road conditions, and a little more comfort and luxury were put into the “hundredth”.

"Arab" modification will not be the best choice (despite the rich configuration), they differed significantly from European ones:

• No anti-corrosion coatings ( more likely the problems with the frame voiced above);
• sometimes there is no stove (if you choose a car in the summer, then pay attention to this);
• two air conditioners - for the engine and increased consumption;
• reduced radiator.

Toyota Land Cruiser 100 engines

The most powerful and at the same time the most common from gasoline engines - this is V8 2UZ-FE, 4.7 liters (235 hp). These power units break down infrequently, they have a huge resource (1 million km of run is a real indicator). But now it matters more how the engine was serviced during operation.

The inline V6 1FZ-FE is not inferior in reliability, but is rare. The main disadvantage of these engines is that they drink gasoline simply in “buckets”. The average consumption of the Land Cruiser is 100 - 20-25 liters per hundred in urban mode. Those who are embarrassed by such fuel consumption can look for a diesel option.

There is a turbodiesel 1HD 4.2-liter unit with a capacity of 204 liters. with . True, in those days, diesel cars were not held in high esteem as they are now. Therefore, it will not be easy to find such a car in good condition. But the consumption will be about 15 liters of diesel fuel per 100 kilometers. However, diesel cars have one expensive part - high pressure fuel pump (high pressure fuel pump). Its service life rarely exceeds 250 thousand km. km. In case of poor diagnosis before purchase, the repair price will be high (from $ 1000 and above).

The timing belt for these engines, according to the regulations, changes every 150,000 km, but better insure and do it every 100,000 km. And also for diesel engines it is very important that the maintenance is of high quality and regular. Despite the prescriptions, it is better to change the oil and filter every 10 thousand km. km. Fuel filter every 20k km and do not forget about cleaning the nozzles every 40,000 runs.

If you are in no hurry and prefer "super reliable", then choose six-cylinder diesel 1HZ 130 l . with . He "digests" diesel fuel of any quality and almost never breaks. But this does not eliminate the need to check before buying. Due to the "indestructibility" and the high resource of the motor, the previous owner could completely "score" on maintenance.

checkpoint

four-stage the AW30-41LE automatic machine was installed until 2002 only on top-end configurations, as well as on versions from China and the Emirates. The rest of the options came with mechanics. The first turbodiesel "hundreds" after restyling 2002-2003 , for the European and Russian markets, were also with a 4-speed automatic. Later, this automatic transmission was replaced by five-speed A750F. The petrol version, after restyling, immediately came with a 5-speed automatic transmission.

After restyling in 2005, the automatic transmission of the Land Cruiser became unattended. This limited its service life to 250,000 km. If a ignore prescriptions and change the oil every 60,000 km, then you can extend the service life without repair by 100-150 thousand km. km. Arabic and Chinese versions four-stage the machine was installed until 2006, but only in conjunction with a 4.5-liter in-line gasoline six.

Mechanical boxes are excellent in terms of reliability. They go for 350-400 thousand. km run. The clutch also does not fail - 200,000 is its quite normal resource. At five-speed the machine had a problem for some time: slipping occurred between fourth and fifth gear. When connected to the box diagnostic equipment, an error was generated on the throttle position sensor. But on most cars these problems already were eliminated.

Full drive unit

All Land Cruiser 100 completed two-stage handouts boxes with center axle differential. He automatically turned on in reduced mode (in normal need include manually). « Razdatka» with step down transfer controlled lever from salon. Mechanism complete drive Land Cruiser 100 very reliable. H about in force age may be Problems, related with corrosion some elements. BUT exactly drain traffic jams. At unscrewing sour traffic jams, maybe burst frame dispenser boxes.

Certainly same, condition pendants and complete drive directly depends from regime exploitation. At regular aggressive driving on off-road resource shrinking in two times. Not recommended constantly ride with blocked differentials. Front reducer was weak place Land Cruiser 100 only first two years release (before 2000 G.). AT further his intensified. As well as need remember, what full drive unit noteternal and his need service. Need periodically lubricate crosses cardan shafts (every 10 thousand. km).

AT average suspension land cruiser 100 requires intervention not more often, how once in 150 000 km mileage. Lower leverage Land Cruiser 100 simply monumental, That's why « live» very for a long time.200 000 mileage without substitutions quite really. Resource front shock absorbers too often « steps over» 150 thousand. km.

One of the most famous SUVs is the Toyota Land Cruiser. This car has 65 years of history. During this time, he gained great popularity around the world and became one of the most famous and widespread SUVs. At the same time, unlike many analogues, the Land Cruiser has retained the classic off-road design to date. This article discusses the past generation of the Land Cruiser 100.

Origin

This car has been produced since 1951. This is the model of the manufacturer with the longest history. "Toyota" 100 series is its 10th generation in the Japanese market and 4th among those sold in the Russian. The car was introduced in 1997, and the next it was put on sale. It is a descendant of the 80 series and the predecessor of the one now on the assembly line.

Body

The car has a classic frame structure for SUVs and a 5-door station wagon body, called Station Wagon in the manufacturer's classification. In comparison with its predecessor, the Toyota 100 series increased the body length by 70 mm and width by 10 mm. As a result, these parameters reached 1.94 m and 4.89 m, respectively, and the height is 1.86 m. The mass of the machine is 2.545 tons.

It should be noted that the Toyota Land Cruiser 100 diesel had a frame of a different design than the gasoline versions. In addition, depending on the market and configuration, the cars differed in the design of the tailgate. So, on the simplest trim levels, as well as on versions for some markets, it is represented by two oar parts, one of which houses a spare wheel. But most cars are equipped with a folding tailgate. Finally, the versions for the Arab and African markets are distinguished by the presence of two gas tanks.

On this model, safety has been significantly increased in comparison with the 80 series. To do this, shock-absorbing elements were built into the frame, and the doors were equipped with stiffeners. Body panels "Toyota Land Cruiser 100" consist of high-strength sheet steel. Also expanded the list of active safety systems. The standard equipment on the first machines included 2 front airbags. Later added side pillows and curtains. Also, Toyota 100 series was equipped with ABS, TRC (traction control system), EBD, BAS (auxiliary braking system), VSC (stabilization system).

Chassis

The design of the chassis from the Land Cruiser 80 was retained on the car. The front suspension is independent of a double-lever type on torsion bars, the rear is dependent with a continuous axle on springs. The exception is the 105 series, equipped with a continuous axle and in front. Compared to its predecessor, the attachment points of the rear suspension arms have been changed in order to increase the smoothness of the ride. In addition, the front and rear wheels have been widened. This improved stability. Some versions were equipped with a suspension with hydraulic elements that provide the ability to change the ride height and maintain it regardless of the load.

On the initial versions, the rear brakes are drum, on the higher trim levels, disc brakes are installed on all wheels, and ventilated mechanisms are on the front.

The wheel size is 16-18 inches depending on the configuration.

Engines

Toyota 100 series was equipped with five power units: two petrol and three diesel. At the same time, most of them were presented in different markets with different settings.

2UZ-FE. This is an 8-cylinder V-shaped power unit that develops 235 hp. with. and 422 Nm. The most powerful engine available for the Land Cruiser of this generation, but not in all markets, since, in addition to the mentioned option, it existed in versions of 231 hp. s., 410 Nm and 205 liters. s., 360 Nm (both before 2002). After the first restyling, its performance was increased to 238 hp. with. and 434 Nm. In 2005, a forced version of the engine was added, equipped with a VVT system, which develops 275 hp. with. and 450 Nm.

1FZ-FE. Inline six-cylinder engine, which has passed from the Land Cruiser 80 range. Develops 212 hp. with. and 373 Nm or 224 liters. s., 387 Nm depending on the settings. This power unit was used before restyling in 2005.

Diesel versions are represented by one engine in three versions: atmospheric, turbocharged and biturbo.

1HD FTE. The diesel engine is similar in design to the previous one, but equipped with a turbocharger. Its power is 205 liters. s., torque - 431 Nm. Before restyling in 2002, there was a simplified version with 167 hp. with. power and 360 Nm of torque.

In some markets, until 2002, the diesel engine was introduced in a 250 hp biturbo version. with.

transmission

Initially, for the Toyota 100 series, they offered a 4-speed A3343F and a 5-speed manual Aisin H151F. Since 2002, the automatic transmission has been replaced with a 5-speed Aisin A750. On the first post-styling turbodiesel versions, the Aisin A440 was encountered, and 4.5 liter cars for some markets until 2006 equipped the Aisin A340. Both these automatic transmissions are 4-speed.

2UZ-FE was equipped exclusively with automatic transmission: on the first versions, 4-speed, after restyling in 2002, 5-speed.

Both 5-speed manual and automatic (4-speed before 2002 facelift and 5-speed after) transmissions were offered for the 1FZ-FE.

1HZ was equipped exclusively with a 5-speed manual transmission.

For 1HD-FTE, 5-speed manual and automatic (until 2002 4-speed) transmissions were offered.

Most versions were equipped with permanent all-wheel drive with a low gear and a symmetrical center differential with a hard lock. Although there were also options with a plug-in front axle and a two-stage transfer case without a center differential.

Interior

Despite the fact that the Land Cruiser 80 was still considered a high-class car, the Toyota 100 series was far ahead of it. Firstly, the dimensions of the cabin were increased: the length increased by 90 mm, the width - by 70 mm. Secondly, they began to use better finishing materials, especially after restyling in 2002. Thirdly, they significantly improved noise and vibration isolation. Thanks to all this, the interiors of the maximum configurations began to correspond to business-class sedans. At the same time, there were also simple versions with a modest interior trim.

The car was available in 5- and 7-seat variants.

Restylings

During the production of the Land Cruiser 100 has undergone 2 upgrades. The first restyling was made in 2002. Outwardly, the bumpers, radiator grille, headlight linings, and headlights were changed. "Toyota" 100 series has also undergone technical changes. So, the 4-speed automatic transmission was replaced with a 5-speed one. In addition, the simple versions of the 2UZ-FE and 1HD-FTE engines, as well as the biturbo version of the latter, were excluded.

The second modernization took place in 2005. External changes were more modest: they affected only the headlights, radiator grille and headlight linings. 1FZ-FE was excluded from the range of engines, but a forced version of 2UZ-FE appeared.

Place in the market

The Land Cruiser 100 is highly valued in the secondary market, therefore it is slowly losing value and is much more expensive than many analogues from other manufacturers of the same age. So, even the most worn out cars are estimated at more than 600 thousand rubles, while the price of the best copies exceeds 1.5 million rubles.

Most of all on the market Land Cruiser equipped with V8, half as much with turbodiesel. Atmospheric diesel versions are even rarer, not to mention six-cylinder and biturbo diesel cars.

During production, the model was very popular around the world. This was facilitated by the very extensive scope of the Toyota 100. The characteristics of the 105 version made it possible to use it in the most difficult conditions. Including they were used in the UN. At the same time, the Land Cruiser of higher trim levels was used instead of premium sedans.

Moreover, there was a luxury version of the Land Cruiser 100: the Lexus LX470. Initially developed for the American market, the car was equipped exclusively with 2UZ-FE and hydraulic suspension. It differs from Toyota in expanded equipment and improved interior trim.

The breadth of application determines the modifications of the Toyota 100. Tuning of simple versions is usually aimed at increasing off-road capabilities, while the maximum configuration was focused on road operation, increasing comfort.

Reliability

High endurance in the most difficult conditions, proven over the years of operation, is due to the reliability of the Toyota 100. Reviews testify to this.

The most reliable engines are 1HZ and 2UZ-FE. Both of them, with proper maintenance, overcome the milestone of 500 thousand km without major repairs. 1HD-FTE is more demanding on maintenance and fuel quality: every 40 thousand km you need to adjust the valves and change the timing belt every 120 thousand km. A breakdown of the high-pressure fuel pump is possible at 150 thousand km.

Gearboxes are equally reliable and as durable as engines, provided that the oil is changed every 50 thousand km. By the same time, oxidation of the interaxle blocking is possible. And with the same frequency, it is necessary to change the grease in the wheel bearings and inject the crosses of the cardan shafts.

The suspension is also very reliable. Usually, shock absorbers and ball bearings wear out by 140 thousand km, a little later the steering mechanism and by 40 thousand km are less reliable and more expensive to repair, but it can be turned into a regular one.

The body is well protected from corrosion. Weaknesses — the bottom of the fifth door, windshield frame.