Toyota Solara engines
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The Toyota Solara was a popular semi-sports car that was prized by youngsters in the early 21st century for its aggressive looks and powerful engine, allowing for total freedom on the track.
Toyota Solara - the history of the development of the car
Toyota Solara began to be produced in 1998 and showed strong demand in the market until 2007, after which the car was removed from the assembly line. Over the entire history of production, the car received 2 generations, which included restyling and several body variations. Toyota Solara was produced in the form factor of a two-door coupe or convertible.
A feature of the car was the youth-sporty design of the vehicle. Toyota Solara, regardless of the configuration or body series, has an aggressive exterior part of the body and a comfortable spacious interior with semi-sport seats for the front row.
Specifications: what is the Toyota Solara capable of?
Car engines were developed mainly for the European market - this brand was not in particular demand in America or Japan. The models of the first generation Toyota Solara used gasoline power units with a total cylinder capacity of 2.2 and 3.0 liters, which had a power potential of 131 and 190 horsepower, respectively. In the second generation, the engine power was increased to 210 and 2150 horses.
| Car modification | Power potential of the engine, l. With | Brand and type of power unit |
|---|---|---|
| 2.2 SE | 135 | 5S FE |
| 3.0 SE | 200 | 1MZ-FE |
| 3.0 SLЕ | 200 | 1MZ-FE |
| 2.4 SE | 157 | 2AZ-FE |
| 2.4 SE Sport | 157 | 2AZ-FE |
| 2.4 SLЕ | 157 | 2AZ-FE |
| 3.3 SLЕ | 225 | 3MZ-FE |
| 2.4 SLЕ | 155 | 2AZ-FE |
| 3.3 SLЕ | 225 | 3MZ-FE |
| 3.3 Sport | 225 | 3MZ-FE |
| 3.3 SE | 225 | 3MZ-FE |
On all vehicle configurations, only a mechanical 5-speed gearbox or a 4-speed torque converter was installed. Toyota Solara has a completely independent suspension system, the entire set of brakes is disc.
Which engine is better to buy Toyota Solara: briefly about the important
Since the engines of the maximum configurations of Toyota Solara remain tax-free for the Russian Federation, there is not much difference in the type of engine - when choosing Solara in the secondary market, you only need to pay attention to the technical characteristics of the car. All motors on Toyota Solara are characterized by reliable assembly and unpretentious maintenance; almost any component can be found on the market.
It is important to note that the car was popular among young people, so when choosing a car on the secondary market, it is necessary to check the suspension and transmission of the car, as well as inspect the body for possible traces in an accident. Despite the high reliability of a vehicle of this brand, it is quite difficult to find a living sample in our time, but it is still possible.
Also, in connection with this factor, it is also recommended to consider models on the mechanics - finding a Toyota Solara with a torque converter that does not require investments is almost impossible. If, when switching gears on the machine, the box kicks a lot, then it is still better to refuse the purchase.
On Toyota Solara, you can find an engine in new condition even 15 years after the end of the production of the car.
From Japan, you can order engines from the latest configurations, which are stored in a warehouse for sale as a contract. The price of a new engine depends in the range of 50-100 rubles, depending on the technical features and power potential of the motor. Also, as an option, you can consider motors from Toyota Camry Solara, on which similar motors were installed.
