TOYOTA'S new cars

[555 SOUL]

they are releasing them at the 2004 Chicago auto show, Solara Converible and X runner...anyone got pictures?

[XYRCNCP]

Yeah, Toyota.com
Solara convertible
http://www.toyota.com/vehicles/future/solara/index.html

Tacoma X-runner
http://www.toyota.com/vehicles/future/xrunner/index.html

Crown Concept (most likely next Avalon)
http://www.toyota.com/vehicles/future/crown.html

[555 SOUL]

they must have put that up a few minutes ago cause i didn't see it. thanks XYRCNCP.

the crown is hot, toyota needs to hurry up and boot the avalon.

[marc]

Wow that Solara convertible is pretty.
I wonder how it performs.

X-Runner is of course another hulking vehicle I don't need on my road. Though I love the color and the hoodscoop. I love hoodscoops.

Crown looks nice. They better price it cheap.

[The Game]

The hood scoop is for the supercharger

[XYRCNCP]

Originally posted by marc
Wow that Solara convertible is pretty.
I wonder how it performs.

X-Runner is of course another hulking vehicle I don't need on my road. Though I love the color and the hoodscoop. I love hoodscoops.

Crown looks nice. They better price it cheap.

Solara should perform ok, not great, most likely Toyota has not changed the production method of the previous convertible (chop roof, add bracing).

X Runner...IMO, lame attempt to put out a Lightning-looking truck out there, nice, but we don't need another truck in the lineup.

Crown...again, next Avalon, headlights are similar, and it's something that Toyota needs for it's "flagship" car. Price...I say 32K and up.

[TRD2000GTS]

that X-Runner is hot as hell....i like that alot

[vvtlikick]

Originally posted by XYRCNCP
Solara should perform ok, not great, most likely Toyota has not changed the production method of the previous convertible (chop roof, add bracing)....

From http://www.toyota.com/about/news/product/2004/02/04-1-solaraconv.html
...Rather than implementing the conventional method of cutting the top off of a coupe and adding the convertible top, the vehicle has been designed as a convertible from its conception, a process that ensures no compromises with design, performance or quality.

"For the first time ever the Solara Convertible has a wholly dedicated convertible body," said Don Esmond, Toyota Division senior vice president and general manager. "It is a body, styled as fore-thought, not an after-thought."
...
I don't understand why Toyota didn't do it correctly on the old Solara convertible. At least they're making the new one correctly.

[555 SOUL]

"That's not only significantly better than any truck on the market, it repeatedly performed better than many sports cars, including the new Nissan 350-Z."

- from this, http://www.toyota.com/about/news/product/2004/02/04-1-tacomaXrunner.html


if that's what the new tacomas are going to look like i'm gonna be happy in the summer when they release.

[XYRCNCP]

Originally posted by vvtlikick
From http://www.toyota.com/about/news/product/2004/02/04-1-solaraconv.html

I don't understand why Toyota didn't do it correctly on the old Solara convertible. At least they're making the new one correctly.

I stand corrected.

[Mistrimeat]

I kinda like the X-Runner.

[Tikked Again]

Originally posted by XYRCNCP
Solara should perform ok, not great, most likely Toyota has not changed the production method of the previous convertible X Runner...IMO, lame attempt to put out a Lightning-looking truck out there, nice, but we don't need another truck in the lineup.


Does anyone remember the S-runner....this is just a re-named extended version. Same suprcharged V6, with a funkier body kit (added to the new model of course) and bigger chrome rims :)

[Blue Bomber]

Originally posted by vvtlikick
...Rather than implementing the conventional method of cutting the top off of a coupe and adding the convertible top, the vehicle has been designed as a convertible from its conception, a process that ensures no compromises with design, performance or quality.

"For the first time ever the Solara Convertible has a wholly dedicated convertible body," said Don Esmond, Toyota Division senior vice president and general manager. "It is a body, styled as fore-thought, not an after-thought."
...So that's why the coupe's roof looked so weird, kinda like the SC430.

[F22-Raptor]

That X runner is hot. Apparently it is the new Supra.. :D

[XYRCNCP]

Originally posted by F22-Raptor
That X runner is hot. Apparently it is the new Supra.. :D

:chuckles:

[F35-JSF]

Originally posted by F22-Raptor
That X runner is hot. Apparently it is the new Supra.. :D

No wilson, just no.

[F22-Raptor]

Originally posted by F35-JSF
No wilson, just no.
It will have the same power almost after the S/C and better torque... Just a tad heavier...

[DopeCelicaGT]

Yeah where is the new Supra and the 8th gen. celica?

[555 SOUL]

if the new celica is coming out as a 2005 they would roll out as early as September 2004 to dealer lots. i'm sure we're gonna here some real info about this 8th gen. very soon, hopefully some spy photos or something.

[TRD2000GTS]

Originally posted by Tikked Again
Does anyone remember the S-runner....this is just a re-named extended version. Same suprcharged V6, with a funkier body kit (added to the new model of course) and bigger chrome rims :)


um NO...u can tell its a complete re-design and it comes with a 240 HP V6 w/ an OPTIONAL TRD SUPERCHARGER pushing power up to around 300 HP....

the s-runner came stock with the regular tacoma 190 HP V6 with an optional TRD supercharger

[XYRCNCP]

I hate TRD. Making an S/C for trucks....but...fvck the celica...

TRD :bang:

[555 SOUL]

Originally posted by XYRCNCP
I hate TRD. Making an S/C for trucks....but...fvck the celica...

TRD :bang:

haha. i feel you on that one

[FriedRice]

i wonder what the price neighborhood would be....

perfect... have this for daily drive, and get a used miata for the weekends

[nxracer]

Originally posted by 555 SOUL they are releasing them at the 2004 Chicago auto show, Solara Converible and X runner...anyone got pictures?

I actually saw them on the show floor yesterday but did not have my camera.

[BadAndy]

Originally posted by XYRCNCP
X Runner...IMO, lame attempt to put out a Lightning-looking truck out there, nice, but we don't need another truck in the lineup.
Maybe the x-runner's body could be the next generation tacoma?

Originally posted by 555 SOUL
if the new celica is coming out as a 2005 they would roll out as early as September 2004 to dealer lots. i'm sure we're gonna here some real info about this 8th gen. very soon, hopefully some spy photos or something.
Just because it could be a 2005 doesn't mean its gonna roll out at the same time as the other 2005 Toyotas. It could roll out in Spring 2005, which i think would be more reasonable since we havn't heard much.

[xspwolf]

Toyota Tacoma X-Runner
- one of the versions of new Tacoma
- wheelbase bigger 5 inches than before, width bigger 4 inches
- "X-braced" reinforced frame that provides enhanced torsional rigidity
- All new superb 4.0 V6 with 245 hp and 275 pounds of torque (!!!)
- TRD s/c upping the power to around 300 HP
-0-60 in 7 sec, s/c version 0-60 in less than 6 sec
- 6 speed close rate manual, 18" Wheels standard
- LSD, Bilstein gas shocks, larger stabilizator bars standard
- more than 0.9g lateral acceleration (tested!!!)
- this is the showroom vehicle, August 2005 will be at ur T dealer


http://x.wieck.com/pv/WKA/2004/02/04/WKA2004020451111_pv.jpg

http://x.wieck.com/pv/WKA/2004/02/04/WKA2004020451085_pv.jpg

http://x.wieck.com/pv/WKA/2004/02/04/WKA2004020428952_pv.jpg

http://x.wieck.com/pv/WKA/2004/02/04/WKA2004020428932_pv.jpg

http://x.wieck.com/pv/WKA/2004/02/04/WKA2004020428837_pv.jpg

http://x.wieck.com/pv/WKA/2004/02/04/WKA2004020428708_pv.jpg

http://x.wieck.com/pv/WKA/2004/02/04/WKA2004020428794_pv.jpg

http://x.wieck.com/pv/WKA/2004/02/04/WKA2004020428817_pv.jpg
http://x.wieck.com/pv/WKA/2004/02/04/WKA2004020428589_pv.jpg

For comparison, current Tacoma "S Runner"

http://x.wieck.com/pv/WKA/2003/08/30/WKA2003083077991_pv.jpg

Thats one mightly looking truck, and good performing too, no wonder they need more factories... damn!

[xspwolf]

Solara Convertible
- 3.3 V6 225 HP
- designed as convertible from grounds up
- more headroom at back (with top up) than Coupe
- larger stabilizators
- 5 speed AT

http://x.wieck.com/pv/WKA/2004/02/04/WKA2004020429604_pv.jpg

http://x.wieck.com/pv/WKA/2004/02/04/WKA2004020429559_pv.jpg

http://x.wieck.com/pv/WKA/2004/02/04/WKA2004020429518_pv.jpg

http://x.wieck.com/pv/WKA/2004/02/04/WKA2004020429454_pv.jpg

http://x.wieck.com/pv/WKA/2004/02/04/WKA2004020429454_pv.jpg

http://x.wieck.com/pv/WKA/2003/08/31/WKA2003083133350_pv.jpg

http://x.wieck.com/pv/WKA/2003/08/31/WKA2003083133372_pv.jpg

http://x.wieck.com/pv/WKA/2003/08/31/WKA2003083133300_pv.jpg

http://x.wieck.com/pv/WKA/2003/08/31/WKA2003083133250_pv.jpg

- Interior looks great, outside needs some tuner attention but it has been designed for older people I guess. They dont even try to make it sporty, so definetly they are leaving some space for real sporty coupe :)))

[CeliCar]

Is it just me or does that whole Solara dash look almost exactly like a new Accord?

[gh0stCelica]

Originally posted by TRD2000GTS
um NO...u can tell its a complete re-design and it comes with a 240 HP V6 w/ an OPTIONAL TRD SUPERCHARGER pushing power up to around 300 HP....

the s-runner came stock with the regular tacoma 190 HP V6 with an optional TRD supercharger

Yeah, the s-runner was just the v-6 tacoma with a 5-speed transmission.

[silverCELICAgt-s]

Toyota FTX Truck Concept

http://fp.images.autos.msn.com/merismus/as/autoshow2004/photos/l_4toyota_ftx_3qtr.jpg http://fp.images.autos.msn.com/merismus/as/autoshow2004/photos/l_4toyota_ftx_sideint.jpg
http://fp.images.autos.msn.com/merismus/as/autoshow2004/photos/l_0526Toyota_FTX.jpg http://fp.images.autos.msn.com/merismus/as/autoshow2004/photos/l_0527Toyota_FTX.jpg
http://fp.images.autos.msn.com/merismus/as/autoshow2004/photos/l_0528Toyota_FTX.jpg http://fp.images.autos.msn.com/merismus/as/autoshow2004/photos/l_0529Toyota_FTX.jpg
http://fp.images.autos.msn.com/merismus/as/autoshow2004/photos/l_0530Toyota_FTX.jpg http://fp.images.autos.msn.com/merismus/as/autoshow2004/photos/l_0531Toyota_FTX.jpg
http://fp.images.autos.msn.com/merismus/as/autoshow2004/photos/l_0532Toyota_FTX.jpg http://fp.images.autos.msn.com/merismus/as/autoshow2004/photos/l_0533Toyota_FTX.jpg
http://fp.images.autos.msn.com/merismus/as/autoshow2004/photos/l_0534Toyota_FTX.jpg http://fp.images.autos.msn.com/merismus/as/autoshow2004/photos/l_0535Toyota_FTX.jpg

[TRD-CELICA-GT02]

I'm actually feelin the X-Runner. I like it!

[silverCELICAgt-s]

so i took a roll through my closest toyota dealership, and guess what they had on display, u guessed it, scion's.

-greg

[BadAndy]

Ah yes...the Xrunner...and people say Toyota fears horsepower?

[FL Honda Stompr]

oooooooo i like the X-runner, maybe toyota is starting to pull their head from their ass.

[FriedRice]

Originally posted by silverCELICAgt-s
so i took a roll through my closest toyota dealership, and guess what they had on display, u guessed it, scion's.

-greg

hahaha weve had scions for the last year or so

[weekendwarrior]

wow the xrunner looks like a ford. i like everything else about it tho

[celica gte racing]

Crown Athlete:

http://www.toyota.co.jp/Showroom/All_toyota_lineup/crownathlete/exterior/images/ex02_vga.jpg

http://www.toyota.co.jp/Showroom/All_toyota_lineup/crownathlete/exterior/images/ex03_vga.jpg

http://www.toyota.co.jp/Showroom/All_toyota_lineup/crownathlete/interior/images/int01_vga.jpg

[F22-Raptor]

Originally posted by celica gte racing
Crown Athlete:

http://www.toyota.co.jp/Showroom/All_toyota_lineup/crownathlete/exterior/images/ex02_vga.jpg

http://www.toyota.co.jp/Showroom/All_toyota_lineup/crownathlete/exterior/images/ex03_vga.jpg

http://www.toyota.co.jp/Showroom/All_toyota_lineup/crownathlete/interior/images/int01_vga.jpg

I am feeling that grey dash material. Better looking than CF by a long shot and better than fake wood. New marble tops for your dashboard :chuckles: That S-Runner is almost enough to make me trade in my 03 Legacy...

[xspwolf]

0.9x g, 0-60 less than 6 sec, gotta repeat that...damn! Heck, with new RX400h being faster than Cayenne Turbo (version with extra motors), Tacoma being this freakin fast, I dont see how new Celica wont rock... I doubt this time next year anyone will throw HP numbers at toyotas...

[Ugly Pete]

woot. i like the x runner and i dont like very many trucks.

[Fiero]

X-runner/Taco: It's a 4-runner with a bed. Exactly what I thought it would look like. I do like the performance stats of the X-Runner although I am disapointed that they don't have any sort of good looking sports car/compact car that could match it.

Solara: Never liked them. My father owns one and it's not a very comfortable car to drive. Performance is lacking.

Crown: Ehhh. Nice if you have a family.

So basically Toyota has finally started to....no wait.... here is what I am really thinking.

WHERE IS THE ****ING SUPRA?! :mad:

;)

[555 SOUL]

supra, celica, and mr2 are all coming in time...:eatpop: