Toyota Curren, Cynos engines
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The T200 model served as the platform for the Toyota Curren coupe. The interior of the car repeats the same Celica, model 1994-1998.
The Toyota Cynos (Paseo) coupe, produced from 1991 to 1998, was based on the Tercel. In recent versions, the Cynos compact sports car has been available as a convertible.
Toyota Curren
Power units for Curren were available in two versions - economical and sporty. On modifications with the first internal combustion engine (3S-FE), the 4WS system was installed, and with the second, a 1.8 liter engine and Super Strut suspension.
All Curren models could operate in both front and all-wheel drive, and thanks to their technical characteristics, fuel consumption per hundred was only 7.4 liters. (in a mixed cycle).
First generation Curren (T200, 1994-1995)
The first Curren models were equipped with 140-horsepower 3S-FE units.
| 3S FE | |
|---|---|
| Volume cm3 | 1998 |
| Power, hp | 120-140 |
| Consumption, l / 100 km | 3.5-11.5 |
| Cylinder Ø, mm | 86 |
| MOP | 09.08.2010 |
| HP, mm | 86 |
| Models | Avensis; Cauldron; Camry; Carina; Celica; Crown; Run; Gaia; Himself; Suit Ace Noah; Nadia; Picnic; RAV4; Town Ace Noah; Vista |
| Resource, outside. km | ~300+ |
3S-GE is a modified version of 3S-FE. A modified cylinder head was used in the power plant, counterbores appeared on the pistons. A broken timing belt in the 3S-GE did not cause the pistons to meet the valves. The EGR valve was also missing. For all the time of release, this unit has undergone numerous changes.
| 3S-GE | |
|---|---|
| Volume cm3 | 1998 |
| Power, hp | 140-210 |
| Consumption, l / 100 km | 4.9-10.4 |
| Cylinder Ø, mm | 86 |
| MOP | 09.02.2012 |
| HP, mm | 86 |
| Models | Altezza; Caldina; Camry; Carina; Celica; Corona; Curren; MR2; RAV4; Vista |
| Resource, outside. km | ~300+ |
Toyota Curren restyling (T200, 1995-1998)
In 1995, Curren was upgraded and new equipment appeared, with units that became more powerful by 10 hp.
| 4S FE | |
|---|---|
| Volume cm3 | 1838 |
| Power, hp | 115-125 |
| Consumption, l / 100 km | 3.9-8.6 |
| Cylinder Ø, mm | 82.5-83 |
| MOP | 09.03.2010 |
| HP, mm | 86 |
| Models | Caldine; Camries; Carina; chaser; Crown; Crest; Curren; Mark II; View |
| Resource, outside. km | ~300+ |
Toyota Curren 4S-FE engine
Toyota Cynos
The first Cynos were mass-produced in 1991. In Asian markets, cars were sold under the Cynos brand, and in most other countries as Paseo. The first generation models (Alpha and Beta) were equipped with one and a half liter gasoline engines, which were paired with mechanical or automatic transmissions.
The second generation rolled off the assembly line in 1995. In Japan, the car was sold in Alpha and Beta versions, which differed from each other not only in external features, but also in technical components. The second generation of Cynos was produced in two body modifications - a coupe and a convertible, presented in 1996. Then, the brand's designers decided to give the Cynos "sportiness" by developing a more aggressive front end.
Deliveries of Toyota Cynos 2 to the American market ceased in 1997, and two years later, the Japanese automaker completely removed the model loved by many from the assembly line, without preparing a single successor for it.
First generation (EL44, 1991-1995)
Alpha was equipped with a 1.5 liter DOHC engine with a power of 105 hp. Beta came with the same unit, but with the ACIS system, thanks to which it could produce up to 115 hp. power.
| 5E-FE | |
|---|---|
| Volume cm3 | 1496 |
| Power, hp | 89-105 |
| Consumption, l / 100 km | 3.9-8.2 |
| Cylinder Ø, mm | 74 |
| MOP | 09.10.2019 |
| HP, mm | 87 |
| Models | Cauldron; Corolla; Corolla II; Racing; Cynos; Room; Sprinter; Tercel |
| Resource, outside. km | 300+ |
Toyota Cynos 5E-FE engine
| 5E-FHE | |
|---|---|
| Volume cm3 | 1496 |
| Power, hp | 110-115 |
| Consumption, l / 100 km | 3.9-4.5 |
| Cylinder Ø, mm | 74 |
| MOP | 10 |
| HP, mm | 87 |
| Models | Corolla II; Racing; Cynos; Evening; Tercel |
| Resource, outside. km | 300+ |
Second generation (L50, 1995-1999)
The Toyota Cynos 2 lineup consisted of categories α (with a 4 l 1.3E-FE engine) and β (with a 5 l 1.5E-FHE engine).
| 4E-FE | |
|---|---|
| Volume cm3 | 1331 |
| Power, hp | 75-100 |
| Consumption, l / 100 km | 3.9-8.8 |
| Cylinder Ø, mm | 71-74 |
| MOP | 08.10.2019 |
| HP, mm | 77.4 |
| Models | Corolla; Corolla II; Racing; Cynos; Sprinter; Starlet; Tercel |
| Resource, outside. km | 300 |
Cynos in the back of a convertible was released in 1996. From the appearance and driving of this car, one could get real pleasure. The open-top Cynos 2 also had two modifications - Alpha (with 4 l 1.3E-FE ICE) and Beta (with 5 l 1.5E-FHE ICE).
Conclusion
Many consider 3S engines to be one of the most tenacious, simply “not killed”. They appeared in the late 80s, quickly gained popularity and were installed on almost all cars of the Japanese automaker. The power of the 3S-FE ranged from 128 to 140 hp. With good service, this unit calmly nursed 600 thousand mileage.
Toyota 4S powertrains are the youngest in the late S-series line. The advantages of these engines undoubtedly include the fact that many of them do not bend the valve when the timing belt breaks. However, you shouldn't tempt fate. Unlike the 3S line, a long and painstaking work was carried out on the 4S power plants to improve them. 4S-FE is an ordinary motor of the 90s, quite resourceful and maintainable.
Mileage of more than 300 thousand is not uncommon for him.
The engines of the 5A line are analogues of the 4A units, but with a reduced to 1500 cc. cm volume. Otherwise, it's all the same 4A and its numerous modifications. 5E-FHE is the most common civilian engine with all its pluses and minuses.
