FEATURES PERFORMANCE


  1. OUTLINE


    1. 1AR-FE Engine


      1. The 1AR-FE engine is an in-line 4-cylinder 2.7-liter, 16-valve DOHC engine. This engine uses a Dual Variable Valve Timing-intelligent (VVT-i) system, Direct Ignition System (DIS), Acoustic Control Induction System (ACIS) and Electronic Throttle Control System-intelligent (ETCS-i). These control functions achieve improved engine performance, fuel economy, and clean emissions.

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        Item Specification
        No. of Cyls. & Arrangement 4-cylinder, In-line
        Valve Mechanism 16-valve DOHC Chain Drive with Dual VVT-i
        Fuel System SFI
        Displacement

        cm3(cu. in.)

        		 2672 (163.0)
        Max. Output (EEC) kW@rpm 136@5800
        Max. Torque (EEC) N*m@rpm 247@4200

    2. U760E and U760F Automatic Transaxles


      1. U760E or U760F 6-speed multi-mode automatic transaxle is used.

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        *A 2WD Models *B AWD Models
        *1 U760E Automatic Transaxle *2 U760F Automatic Transaxle with MF1A Transfer
        Transaxle Type U760E (2WD) U760F (AWD)
        Combination with Engine 1AR-FE 1AR-FE
        Combination with Transfer - MF1A
        Gear Ratio 1st 3.300 3.300
        2nd 1.900 1.900
        3rd 1.420 1.420
        4th 1.000 1.000
        5th 0.713 0.713
        6th 0.608 0.608
        Reverse 4.148 4.148
        Differential Gear Ratio* 4.356 4.356

        *: Counter gear ratio included

    3. Active Torque Control 4WD System


      1. An active torque control 4WD system with an electromagnetic control coupling is used. The active torque control 4WD system has an electromagnetic control coupling in the front part of the rear differential. The coupling transmits torque to the rear wheels when needed, and only in the amount needed, based on information provided by various sensors.

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      2. A compact and lightweight FD15A differential with an integrated electromagnetic control coupling is used.

        Rear Differential Type FD15A
        Gear Ratio 2.277
        Drive Pinion No. of Teeth 18
        Ring Gear No. of Teeth 41
        No. of Differential Pinions 2

    4. Suspension


      1. A MacPherson strut type independent suspension is used for the front.

      2. A dual link MacPherson strut type independent suspension is used for the rear.

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        *A 2WD Models *B AWD Models

    5. Steering


      1. An Electric Power Steering (EPS) system is used. The EPS system uses a power steering motor, a power steering torque sensor and a reduction mechanism that are built into the steering column assembly to generate assist torque, in order to assist the driver steering effort.

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        *1 Steering Gear Assembly *2 Steering Column Assembly

    6. Brake

      Item Specification
      Front Brake Type Ventilated Disc
      Rotor Size (D X T)* 324 X 28 mm (12.8 X 1.1 in.)
      Rear Brake Type Solid Disc
      Rotor Size (D X T)* 298 X 10 mm (11.7 X 0.39 in.)
      Brake Control System VSC (ABS with EBD, Brake Assist, TRC, VSC and Cooperative Control with EPS), and Hill-start Assist Control

      *: Diameter X Thickness