Test Vehicle's MSRP: $50,445 (Base Model – XLE): $41,045
Seating Capacity: 5
Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; traction control; a stability control system; a rear
camera; a tire pressure monitoring system; an electronic blind spot monitoring
system; and a hill start control system
Standard Equipment (Base): 19-inch wheels; AWD; a hybrid engine; a manual operated tilt/telescopic
steering; a leather shift knob; a push
button ignition start; a keyless entry system; a 12-inch touchscreen
infotainment screen; a dual zone automatic climate control system; fabric seats
with pseudo leather trim; power front
seats; a subscription-based navigation system; and heated power outside power folding exterior mirrors
Options: 21-inch wheels; panoramic 360-degree
camera; digital key combability; and special color
Other Trim Levels:
Platinum
Standard Audio On Test
Vehicle: a 6-speaker audio
system with AM/FM/HD with SiriusXM
Bluetooth Connectivity: Standard
USB Connectivity: Standard
Apple/Android
Connectivity: Standard
Bumper-to-Bumper
Warranty: 3 years or 36,000
miles
Powertrain Warranty: 5 years or 60,000
miles
Engine/Horsepower: a 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder/236-horsepower (hybrid
powertrain)
Recommended Fuel: regular
Standard Fuel Mileage: 42-city/41-hwy (test model)
Why:
Stylish design for a large car
Sits higher than a traditional car
A fresh and modern interior design and layout
Roomy vehicle
Load of technology
A high level of safety driving aids
A variety of trims
Fuel efficient with hybrid engine
A fixed panoramic sunroof
Heated
and ventilated front seats
Heated
rear seats
21-inch
wheels available on Platinum trim
340-hp
turbo engine on Platinum model
A
modern and contemporary design
Only
available in an AWD configuration
But:
The
hybrid powertrain reserved for the XLE and Limited trims seems severely underpowered
The
larger 2.4-liter turbocharged 340-horsepower hybrid engine is only reserved for the higher
level Platinum trim
No
power sunroof in the (test model)
No
heated rear seats (test model)
While
this is the luxury trim, the Crown doesn’t offer the ride quality of a luxury
vehicle
The
voice activated system is sketchy when operating the infotainment system
No longer priced under $40,000 like its predecessor the Avalon
Verdict:
While all but two of the automakers have backed out of the large car segment, Nissan and Toyota are the lone rangers. Up until the arrival of the Toyota Crown, which replaced the aging Avalon, Nissan’s Maxima was the only stylish alternative.
The all-new sexy looking Crown, with its athletic bulges, replaces the grand-parent -like Avalon. Despite Toyota’s attempt over the years to spruce up the Avalon, offering a TRD trim, it was never going to make the cut, appealing to a market who needed something larger than the popular midsize Camry. However, the new design direction of Toyota shows it’s not an either-or proposition. The Japanese brand can offer style, comfort and reliability packaged as a large car.
The Crown, which is new to the states in terms of the nameplate, has served as a symbol of affluence in its home country for decades. This model year’s sexy Crown arrives as an all-wheel drive sedan, with a higher ground clearance like a Subaru or the old AMC wagon, separating itself from a traditional sedan. The Crown, also looks like a supersize Toyota Prius. Both vehicles exude the styling direction we all knew Toyota was capable of.
Competition: 2023 Nissan Maxima
2 comments:
It's refreshing to know that Toyota is still committed to the large car segment when many others have backed out. The Crown's unique blend of style, comfort, and reliability in a large car is impressive, and it's great to see them leading the way in this category. The fact that it's all-wheel drive with higher ground clearance adds to its appeal, making it a versatile choice for various driving conditions. Thanks for the informative review, and I'm excited to see Toyota's efforts to redefine the large car category while keeping an eye on developments from motormazad.
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