Toyota Launches Redesigned ‘Crown Majesta’

Tokyo ― TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) announces the launch in Japan today of the redesigned “Crown Majesta”.

The fifth-generation Crown Majesta―the Toyota brand’s top sedan―features a high-quality interior with enhanced comfort and safety features, all designed to offer the highest levels of satisfaction to both drivers and passengers.

Specific improvements include a longer wheelbase and exterior styling that exudes presence and energy. The 4.6-liter V8 gasoline engine provides ample power and is combined with an eight-speed automatic transmission for smooth, powerful cruising and response. In addition, three world-first 1 technologies―the Front-side Pre-crash Safety System, Pre-crash Seatbacks and a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) rear-seat center airbag―enhance safety and improve overall vehicle performance.

Monthly sales target for Japan: 1,000 units

Assembly Plant:
Motomachi Plant, Toyota Motor Corporation

*1. Prices listed are in yen and do not include recycling fees; prices in Hokkaido and Okinawa differ (price of the i-Four differs in Okinawa only)
*2. Super Intelligent, Electronically controlled, Eight-speed Automatic Transmission
*3. Super Intelligent, Electronically controlled, Six-speed Automatic Transmission

Vehicle Outline

Enduring presence and high-quality

• Longer wheelbase creates ample legroom for rear-seat passengers
• Total vehicle length under 5 meters ensures greater maneuverability in cramped traffic environments

Interior
The wide instrument panel creates expansiveness, while individual components from the center cluster to the console are clear-cut, emphasizing the quality of the materials used.

The steering wheel, shift knob and ornament panel feature carefully selected, fine-grain wood to create a luxurious cabin atmosphere.

• Speedometer displays in both digital and analog format; lane and other information also displayed
• Steering-wheel-affixed switch allows changing screen display to show fuel efficiency, Eco Zone Indicator (for environmentally considerate driving) and Night View system (see “Safety” section)

• Type G and Type G “F Package” feature premium Japanese leather seats
• Power Easy Access System slides driver’s seat back and tilts steering wheel upward and forward, facilitating smooth ingress and egress for driver

A rear-seat entertainment system features a high-resolution 9-inch monitor built into the cabin ceiling.

The Toyota Premium Sound System, with a 19-channel amplifier and 20 speakers, offers sound quality comparable to a live performance.

Enhanced performance and advanced technologies

• Four-wheel-drive models employ 4.3-liter V8 engine with 6 Super ECT
• 4.6-liter engine uses advanced D-4S (direct injection four-stroke gasoline engine, superior version) fuel injection system, coupled with electrically controlled Variable Valve Timing-intelligent system (VVT-iE) for improved driving performance and fuel efficiency

Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM), which coordinates control of drive power, steering and brakes, comes standard on all models to ensure excellent vehicle stability and preventive safety performance even on slippery road surfaces.

The use of noise-reducing glass and optimal body-structure design, together with best placement of vibration-controlling and sound-blocking materials, achieves outstanding interior quietness.

Safety
The TMC-developed, world-first Front-side Pre-crash Safety System (part of overall Pre-crash Safety System) uses millimeter-wave radar to detect probable front-side collisions at intersections with good visibility.

The TMC-developed, world-first Pre-crash Seatbacks bring reclined rear seats to an upright position when the vehicle’s Pre-crash Safety System detects a high probability of a front- or rear-end collision, thereby positioning rear occupants appropriately to lessen injuries caused by impact.

A stereo camera can detect pedestrians in front of the vehicle, with a warning displayed to the driver when necessary.

The “Night View” system uses a near-infrared camera to display difficult-to-see pedestrians, objects and sections of the road in front of the vehicle. The system also comes with a special pedestrian detection and display function.

The vehicle employs an advanced Global Outstanding Assessment (GOA) collision-safety body.

Ten SRS airbags, including rear-seat side airbags, are standard on all models.

• Using road-map data, system enables smooth acceleration when merging into highway traffic from on-ramps or service areas by controlling gear-change timing, as well as increasing engine braking for smooth deceleration when exiting highways or approaching tollbooths
• System uses road-map data to inform driver of upcoming stop signs, issuing warning if driver is late in decelerating; navigation-system-linked brake-assist function supports driver in emergency braking, helping reduce vehicle speed

Product lineup aims to satisfy all occupants

The number of trim grades in the series has been increased from five to six.

The Type A “L Package” includes Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS), which optimizes the angle of the front wheels in relation to steering wheel turn and vehicle speed, thereby enhancing driving pleasure by providing excellent handling response in line with the driver’s intent.

• One of total of 11 SRS airbags in vehicle is world’s first SRS rear-seat center airbag, which was designed to lessen secondary injuries caused by rear-seat passengers colliding with each other in side-on collisions
• Controls for such functions as air conditioning, audio and seat-reclining are all located on large, rear-seat, center console
• Rear-seat passengers can adjust large wing-type headrests to their preferred angle and enjoy audio via inlaid headrest speakers
• Rear “air seats” can blow warm or cool air, while left rear seat boasts automatic leg rest that allows leg extension and comfortable support for passenger

Environmental impact reductions

Efforts were made to improve fuel efficiency and reduce CO 2 emissions. The Type A model achieves a fuel efficiency of 9.4km/l (CO 2 emissions: 247g/km). The Type G, Type G “F Package”, Type C and Type A “L Package” all meet the 2010 fuel efficiency standards specified by the Japanese Law Concerning the Rational Use of Energy. In addition, all vehicles in the series achieve emissions levels 75% lower than the 2005 standards under the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Approval System for Low-emission Vehicles.

An Eco Driving Indicator that lights up to signify fuel-efficient vehicle operation and an Eco Zone Indicator that shows throttle use aim to raise driver awareness toward environmentally friendly driving. Both are standard on all models.

Toyota employed its Eco-Vehicle Assessment System (Eco-VAS)―a comprehensive environmental impact assessment system―to efficiently achieve overall reduction of environmental impact throughout the vehicle’s lifecycle.

A review of the materials, processing methods, and adhesives used for interior parts resulted in a reduction in the amount of volatile organic compounds, such as formaldehyde. The review also helped reduce the sometimes discomforting odors emitted from such materials to below the values outlined in the JAMA 2 “Vehicle Cabin VOC Testing Methods (for Passenger Cars)”, which are voluntary industry standards.

Toyota Crown Majesta Review: From 2006 to 2020 Models

The Toyota Crown Majesta is a full-size premium luxury car from Toyota. This model of Toyota served as the mainstream sedan from Toyota in the Japanese Market. Toyota Crown Majesta model was the first Toyota model to be exported to the USA in 1958. The Crown was introduced in 1955 in Japan to meet the demands of public transportation.

2006 Model of Toyota Crown Majesta

Now let’s come back to the Toyota Crown Majesta Model as an ultra-luxurious variant of the Toyota Crown Majesta, which is equipped with 2 different engine size displacements of the 3.0L 2JZ-GE I6 that produces the horsepower of 225 and is the same as 168 kW. The second engine choice is the 4.0L 1UZ-FE V8 which produces 191 kW and the same 256 hp (horsepower). These two types of engines (3.0L I6) and (4.0L V8) found on Crown Majesta gave Worldwide buyers the option to choose when they need to buy the Toyota Crown Majesta. The Toyota Crown Majesta was the first beast to be equipped with VSC (Vehicle Stability Control).

As human beings with generations, Toyota Crown Majesta is the same, which has 6 generations. The first generation was from 1991 – 1995 with the chassis code S140, followed by the second generation from 1995 to 1999 with the chassis code S150, the third generation S170 from 1999 to 2004, the Fourth generation S180 from 2004 to 2009, the Fifth generation S200 from 2009 to 2013, the Sixth generation S210 from 2013 to 2018, which is the current generation. The fourth-generation model came with advanced safety features like 9 Airbags, Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management, Integrated Vehicle Handling and software control system plus radar adaptive cruise control with low speeding tracking functions, the engine used in the fourth-generation model was upgraded to 3UZ-FE V8 with the 6-speed automatic transmission. The all-wheel-drive system was improved and the air suspension was introduced on this 4th generation model while the Intelligent adaptive front lighting and rear curtain airbags were added to improve safety. A rear-view camera, parking assistance technology, and a supercharger option were also offered with a 6-speed transmission which allows the Majesta to produce 339hp (horsepower).

The Sixth generation model replaced the outgoing model’s V8 engines. The sixth-generation models got the all-new appearance and the fuel economy is now greatly improved to 18.2 km/L according to the JC08 test cycle.

Pros and Cons of the 2006 Toyota Crown Majesta

Pros

1. Diverse Engine Choices: Offers two engine options – the 3.0L I6 and 4.0L V8, providing flexibility in power and performance.
2. Advanced Safety Features: Equipped with nine airbags, Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), and integrated vehicle handling and software control systems for enhanced safety.
3. Luxurious Design: As an ultra-luxurious variant of the Toyota Crown, it boasts high-end features and sophisticated styling.
4. Improved Fuel Economy: The later generations, including the fourth, focused on better fuel efficiency, a trend carried forward in this model.
5. Innovative Technology: Features like radar adaptive cruise control, rear-view camera, and parking assistance enhance the driving experience.

Cons

1. Aging Model: Being an older model, it may lack some of the latest technological advancements found in newer cars.
2. Fuel Efficiency: While improved in later models, the 2006 variant may not be as fuel-efficient compared to contemporary vehicles.
3. Maintenance Costs: Older luxury cars can be expensive to maintain, especially with specialized parts and technology.
4. Size and Handling: As a larger sedan, it may not be as agile or easy to handle as smaller, more modern vehicles.
5. Resale Value: As with many older luxury cars, the resale value may have depreciated significantly over time.