Toyota Mark X: specifications, photos and reviews

In 2012, the Japanese concern "Toyota" distributed information, as well as pictures of the new sedan, which was already known to the world in 2009 as Toyota Mark X. Only now it was to appear in an updated version. Well, it is necessary to recognize that this machine really enjoys great popularity, not only at home, but also in other countries. It is actively bought in Taiwan, China and the Far East of the Russian Federation. Well, we should talk more about this model.

Briefly about the history

So, as a small introduction, I would like to say a few words directly about the history of the model. It should be noted that there are no such cars on the territory of Russia, with the exception of Sakhalin, Khabarovsk or Vladivostok. Strictly speaking, they are just as small as the Toyota Mark X with the left rudder.

The first generation of this model appeared more than ten years ago - in 2004. The second was published five years later - in 2009. And three years later, the producers decided to restyling. So the Toyota Mark X of 2012 appeared. And now it's worth to tell about it more interesting.

About Dimensions

Well, start with the exterior. Or rather - with the size. It is worth to clarify that Toyota Mark X is in the European "E" -class, so that they built a car on the rear-wheel drive platform. It, by the way, is used in a more popular car, namely - in the Lexus GS. Regarding dimensions: the length of the car is 4730 millimeters, which is quite impressive parameter. In width - 1795 mm, and in height - 1445. Clearance (ground clearance) is equal to 140 mm. This car is set low-profile rubber on the alloy wheels of the following parameters: 215 / 60R16 - 235 / 45R18.

The model turned out rather big. There is also a sports version of this sedan, and it's called Mark X G'Sports. At the given model the suspension bracket underestimated by two centimeters and other wheels - 245 / 40R19. So for fans of sports cars this version, which looks like a solid sports car, and on the roads certainly attracts attention.

Appearance of the sports version

Toyota Mark X 2004 looked good. But even better - the new version, 2012. Especially sports. I would like to talk more about her design. First of all an aggressive bumper with a large powerful air intake and aerodynamic overlays on the rapids rushes into the eyes. Also attracting attention is the spoiler located on the boot lid, and a spectacular rear bumper with a large diffuser and specially made in the bumper sidewalls for ventilation. It is worth noting the attention and sports exhaust system with twin tailpipes, which are spaced on the sides of the body.

Exterior of the "civil" version

Not bad turned out in the Toyota Mark X tuning. To be more precise, her sports image. What was the usual, "civil" version? She does not look so aggressive and aggressive. But this is not a minus. Because the design of this model is amazing - beautiful, stylish, spectacular, elegant. The front part of the developers performed very original - equipped it with exquisite headlights (combining double LED strokes with xenon) and a designer false-grille with the company logo "X", which defines the model. In addition, they decided to make chrome inserts, build fog lights in the boxes, give the front bumper a spoiler, and the air intake with a trapezoid.

Interestingly, the figure, which forms the radiator grille and the lower air duct, successfully echoes the so-called spindle of Lexus machines. Only "Toyta", unlike this car, looks very laconic. The beautiful hood seems to rise above the front wings, and its edges unobtrusively connect with the wheel niches, completing this wonderful image.

Interior

About what this car is from inside, also need to talk. The interior of this model is large, spacious, and the interior is decorated in a classic style. The front seats are made with a special technology - they have a sport profile and are equipped with comfortable side support rollers. The driver's seat can be adjusted in eight directions, and the passenger seat in the 4-th (but the people sitting in the salon do not need more). If you remove the head restraints and backrests from the front seats, then you will get two completely full-fledged places intended for a healthy sleep.

The steering wheel is very comfortable, by the way, like the Prado. Well framed and a test panel. On the center console, you can see a wide 8-inch color display. It is a multimedia system combined with a navigator and with climate control (or, more precisely, a means of controlling all this).

Also worth noting that the base "Toyota Mark X 2013" offers upholstery of seats made of fabric, but in the "rich" - the finish of high-quality leather, and quite solid equipment. That is a great audio system (12 speakers in the cabin!), Electric steering column, as well as front mirrors, heated steering wheel and seats, as well as eye-pleasing metal and wood inserts.

Toyota Mark X - specifications of the new car

For this sedan, two engines were developed. The first - V6, volume of 2.5 liters, generating capacity of 203 horsepower. And the second - 3.5-liter, GR-FSE. This is a more powerful version, which produces about 318 horsepower! These units operate under the control of the sequential 6-speed automatic. For the version that comes with a 2.5-liter unit, all-wheel drive can be offered. As for the suspension - it is completely independent. In general, the configuration of the model is not bad. The car has everything you need - VSC, ABS, EBD, cruise control, Pre-Crash and many other systems that have a positive effect on the car's handling and, in general, on its characteristics.

By the way about manageability. People who own this car, note this nuance with special attention. They say that the new sedan from the "Toyota" in this regard is not tired of rejoicing. On the movements of the driver reacts quickly and sensitively, with turns copes, with irregularities - too, instantly smoothing them. Even if the driver is driving on a bad road, this is not felt in the car. Of course, this is not an SUV, so it will not be possible to travel through the mountains and cobblestones, but it will easily cope with Russian "paths".

Cost

And, at last, one more moment, concerning such car, as Toyota Mark X. The price is here that also is important. The cost of this car in Japan starts from 2 440 000 yen. This is about 32 thousand dollars (the amount is indicated together with the mandatory tax). This price is now installed on a front-wheel drive car with a 2.5-liter engine producing 203 horsepower (discussed above). The equipment is basic - that is, no luxury like leather interior and additional options should not be expected. But a more expensive solid modification may cost more than $ 50,000 (also with tax). But this price for the 3.5-liter 318-strong version, moreover, and richly equipped, will justify the purchase. So if there is an opportunity and desire to buy this car, you should not lose the chance.