'89: showing the prototype (Tokyo); '90: introduction of the model into production (on the Japanese market as Estima); ’91: serial ABS; I '92: short version, engine 2.2 diesel; 2000: premiere of the new Previa.
► Technical data
Chassis: van: 4-Door., dim. 4765/1800/1780 mm, short version length. 4690 mm; trunk capacity 670/1780 l.
Motors: Benz. 4-Cyl. 2.4 16V/132 HP, Benz. 4-Cyl. turbo 2.4 16V/160 HP; 4-cyl turbodiesel. 2.2/100 KM. Chassis: rear-wheel drive or 4×4; independent front suspension, McPherson columns, stabilizer; at the rear, independent slant and transverse wishbones or a rigid axle with a Panhard rod.
► Faults
• wear of the plastic ends of the shift rods
• unstable brake pad linings (with vending machine)
• cracking door stops
Parts prices in PLN
headlight 456
front fender 523
complete clutch 750
brake pads (front) 244
windshield of the front door 505
timing drive 941
Toyota Previa 2.4, 1991 r.
► Summary
Interesting car, which was to set the standards for the construction of vans. The engine placed under the floor gives great possibilities of interior adaptation – by car can travel even 8 People. However, this drive concept was not adopted.. On the downside you have to include poor quality assembly.
Versatile interior Noisy engines Difficult to operate