| Toyota Mark X | |
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| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Also called | Toyota Reiz (China, 2005–2017) |
| Production | November 2004 – December 2019[1][2][3][4] |
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| Class | Mid-size car |
| Body style | 4-doorsaloon/sedan |
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| Platform | Toyota N platform |
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TheToyota Mark X (Japanese:トヨタ・マークX,Hepburn:Toyota Māku X) is amid-size car manufactured byToyota between 2004 and 2019, and was primarily aimed at theJapanese market. The Mark X was introduced in 2004 and is the successor to theMark II which was first introduced in 1968, and was known in the North American market as theCorona Mark II starting in 1972, and renamed theCressida from 1977 to 1992.
The "Mark X" is not pronounced "Mark Ten" but "Mark Ex", though the "Mark II" is "Mark Two". The Mark X is a continuation of the previous Mark II and its siblings, the sport-orientatedChaser, and the luxuriousCresta in one vehicle, repeating an approach previously attempted by the short-livedVerossa that usedinline-six engines, whereas the Mark X usesV6 engines.
The Mark X was previously sold as an alternative to thefront-wheel driveCamry, which was once the largest new saloon atCorolla Store locations, for buyers who like the size of the Camry, but prefer arear-wheel drive layout.
Different engine sizes were offered to allow Japanese buyers to choose which annualroad tax they were willing to pay; the larger engines offer higher levels of standard equipment and luxury features. Both the first and second generation Mark X were manufactured at the Motomachi plant in Japan.[5]
The Mark X was sold as theReiz (Chinese:锐志;pinyin:Ruìzhì) in China, which was produced byTianjin FAW Toyota Motor Co. Ltd. It was produced until 2017. The Mark X was also officially imported to Indonesia in limited quantities between 2012 and 2013 to replace Australian-built Camrys as premium taxis. However, the plan was scrapped and the already imported units were instead sold to the general public.[6][7]
| First generation (X120) | |
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 2004 Mark X (Japan) | |
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| Model code | X120 |
| Production | November 2004 – October 2009 |
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| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm (112.2 in) |
| Length | 4,730 mm (186.2 in) |
| Width | 1,775 mm (69.9 in) |
| Height | 1,435–1,445 mm (56.5–56.9 in) |
| Kerb weight | 1,510–1,570 kg (3,329–3,461 lb) |
Toyota unveiled the Mark X saloon in 2004 as the successor to the Mark II saloon which has been on the market since 1968. Instead of being based on a modifiedSupra chassis "A" series platform, the Mark X shares its platform with the Toyota "S" series platform used under theCrown andLexus GS.[10]
The continuation of describing this vehicle as the"X" series is a reference to the first dedicated Mark II platform introduced in 1972. Major changes to the Mark series are the engine and footwork. Toyota discontinued the inline-six engines used in the Verossa which included theJZ series and theG series engines, and went to the newly developedGR series engine. Either the 158 kW (212 hp; 215 PS) 2.5 L (2,497 cc)4GR-FSE or the 188 kW (252 hp; 256 PS) 3.0 L (2,995 cc)3GR-FSE engine options were available. It was only available atToyopet Store Japanese locations to position it as a top-level luxury car. The previous top-level car was theToyota Celsior, which now assumed the more internationally known Lexus LS and was exclusive to Japanese Lexus dealerships.
Both engines offerDual VVT-i with D-4direct injection. The rear-wheel-drive models have a 6-speed torque converterautomatic gearbox as standard, and theiFour four-wheel drive models have a 5-speed automatic. Nomanual transmission options were offered.
A first in its class is the rear bumper with an integrated exhaust outlet, which later moved to the corresponding model year Lexus LS series and the Crown. An LED lamp for the headliner runs from the front of the vehicle to the rear, creating a "mood" lighting system. The LED system is also incorporated into the vehicle's gear lever and key area.
Minor changes were made in 2006. Mirror-mounted indicators replaced the wing-mounted units, taillamps were revised, and the grille was redesigned. Mark X, with a black interior colour, deleted the wood trim in favour of the brushed aluminium trim. This change also formalised the introduction of the "S package," which gains the three-spoke steering wheel and changes to the exterior lip piece.
In 2007, for Japanese models only,G-BOOK, a subscriptiontelematics service, was offered as an option.
The formerKanto Auto Works produced the Mark X from November 2004 to September 2006.[11]
The Chinese market Reiz is sold in 2.5 S, 2.5 V and 3.0 V Premium trim levels with 2.5 L (2,497 cc)5GR-FE and 3.0 L (2,995 cc)3GR-FE engines.[12]
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The Mark X Supercharged version uses thesupercharged3GR-FSE engine paired to 6-speed automatic transmission.[13] The power output is rated at 235 kW (315 hp; 320 PS) at 6,200 rpm and 412 N⋅m (304 lb⋅ft) of torque at 3,200 rpm.
A limited edition 50th Anniversary Limited Edition Mark X was produced with the Vertiga kit. It has chrome ducts and carbon fibre splitters as standard parts, as well as different suspension tuning.[14]
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| Model | Engine displacement | Engine Code | Power at rpm | Torque at rpm | Weight | Years Sold |
| GRX-120 | 2,499 cc (V6) | 4GR-FSE | 158 kW (215 PS; 212 hp) at 6400 rpm | 260 N⋅m (192 lb⋅ft) at 3800 rpm | 1510 kg (3,329 lb) | 2004-2008 |
| GRX-125 | 4GR-FSE (4WD) | 1570 kg (3,461 lb) | 2004-2008 | |||
| GRX-122 | 2,497 cc (V6) | 5GR-FE (China Only) | 145 kW (197 PS; 194 hp) at 6200 rpm[citation needed] | 243 N⋅m (179 lb⋅ft) at 4400 rpm[citation needed] | 1510 kg (3,329 lb) | 2004-2010 |
| GRX-121 | 2,994 cc (V6) | 3GR-FE (China Only) | 170 kW (231 PS; 228 hp) at 6400 rpm | 300 N⋅m (221 lb⋅ft) at 4800 rpm | 1520 kg (3,351 lb) | 2004-2010 |
| 3GR-FSE | 188 kW (256 PS; 252 hp) at 6200 rpm | 314 N⋅m (232 lb⋅ft) at 3600 rpm | 1520 kg (3,351 lb) | 2004, 2006-2008 | ||
| 3GR-FSE (Supercharged) | 235 kW (320 PS; 316 hp) at 6200 rpm | 412 N⋅m (304 lb⋅ft) at 3200 rpm | 1530 kg (3,373 lb) | 2004, 2006-2008 | ||
| Second generation (X130) | |
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 2009 Mark X 250G "S Package" (GRX130; pre-facelift, Japan) | |
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| Model code | X130 |
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| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm (112.2 in) |
| Length | 4,770 mm (187.8 in) |
| Width | 1,795 mm (70.7 in) |
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| Kerb weight | 1,510–1,570 kg (3,329–3,461 lb) |
The second generation Mark X was released on 19 October 2009, followed by the Reiz in September 2010.[16] Engine options are the 149 kW (200 hp; 203 PS) 2.5 L (2,497 cc)4GR-FSE V6 and the 234 kW (314 hp; 318 PS) 3.5 L (3,456 cc)2GR-FSE V6. Models available are Standard, Premium and Sports.[17][18][19] Changes from the previous generation include the elimination of the exhaust outlet diffuser, 6-speed automatic transmission forAll-Trac 4WD models and return to the hinge design boot instead of lift support.
The Mark X received twofacelifts in 2012 and 2016. The 2016 facelift received additional spot welding to strengthen the body. The vehicles also gained "Toyota Safety Sense" consisting of autonomous emergency braking, lane departure alert, automatic high beams and radar cruise control as standard.
The Standard model is the entry-level variant. Available only with the 2.5 L engine, it is available in rear-wheel drive (250G, 250G "F package" and Relax Selection) and four-wheel drive (250G Four, 250G "F package") option. It has an ivory and black interior colour and the option of wood-grain panel colour.[20] The base model "F Package" does not have switches on the steering wheel or door courtesy lamps. 16-inch steel wheels with wheel covers are also standard on this most affordable model. The 250G and Relax Selection came with standard 16-inch alloy wheels, as well as smart entry and push button engine start system.[21]
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This variant was initially available only with the 3.5 L engine as the Premium and Premium "L Package".[22] The exterior differentiates itself from other grades by arranging the mall plated grille, trim specific side skirts and unique front bumper design. It also features a millimetre-wave radar system for cruise control and a pre-crash safety system with brake activation. The seat upholstery is made fromAlcantara (with leather being an option). Super UV cut glass and nanoE air ventilation system is also used on this grade.[23] Other features include a retractable rear sunshade, fully automatic self-parking system, driver's power 8-way adjustable seat and passenger 4-way power seat (with inbuilt heating and cooling) and electronically adjustable shock absorbers (Adaptive Variable Suspension System (AVS) which can be controlled from the cabin.[20]For the facelift model, the Premium is also offered with the 2.5 L engine.
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The Sports variant is available as the 250S/250RDS and the 350S/350RDS. It is designed to replace the Tourer V variant from previous models of the X-chassis cars. Standard on the exterior is a rear boot spoiler, rear diffuser and redesigned front and rear bumpers dedicated to improving aerodynamic performance. In addition, it has a smoked coating on the headlamps and taillamps to differentiate itself from the other models. Specific to the 350S is special 18x8J aluminium wheels with 235/45R18 tyres, 334 mm (13.1 in) large-diameter ventilated front brake disks and four-piston "aluminium monobloc callipers" made by ADVICS Co. Unique to the Sports variant isVehicle Dynamics Integrated Management with variable gear ratio steering which changes the ratio of steering input to wheel movement so as to help low-speed parking as well as remain stable at high speed. Also standard on the 350S is the AVS. This is backed up with other safety features such asVSC,traction control,ABS andEBD.[24][25] Other standard features include aluminium pedals, footrest and steering wheel paddle shifters. Auto tilt-away steering wheel (when the ignition is switched off) is standard on the 3.5 L models only. Driver's power 8-way adjustable seat and passenger 4-way power seat, seat heating and cooling, and leather interior are available as options.[20]
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The Sports Plus is a version of the Mark X Sports with a 2.5 L engine, sold in Hong Kong and Macau. It includes front and rear spoilers, front fog lamps, gear shift paddles, electronically controlled suspension, leather seat and front seat heater.[26][27]
Released in September 2014 for the Japanese market only, the Mark X Yellow Label edition is based on the choice of 250G, 250G Four, or 250G "S Package". It was offered in special edition Awaken Yellow exterior paint, as well as white, silver, or black regular colors. Inside, it features black and yellow seats and door trims. It also came with stainless scuff plates with yellow Mark X lettering.[28]
As with the previous generation Mark X, Toyota's in-house tuning company Modellista installed a supercharger on the 3.5 L2GR-FSE engine and marketed as Mark X +M Super Charger. The power output is rated at 265 kW (355 hp; 360 PS) and 498 N⋅m (367 lb⋅ft) of torque. Modellista also produced a non-supercharged version of the Mark X called Vertiga.[29]
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TheG's (renamed toGR Sport in 2016) variant is based on 250S or 350S models. The G's/GR Sport Mark X is very noticeably distinct with a 3-piece bodykit, rear boot spoiler, clear smoked taillamps, forged aluminium 19x8J wheels, four-piston calipers with 356 mm (14.0 in) front and 310 mm (12.2 in) rear ventilated brake disks, upgraded suspension, red stitching leather interior, carbon style centre console and instrument panel, upgraded Alcantara front seats, etc.
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The Mark XGRMN (Gazoo Racing, tuned by the Meister of the Nürburgring) is a limited-production variant (100 units in 2015, 350 units in 2019) based on the 3.5 L model. It has a specific front and rear bumper design (shared with the GR Sport variant for 2019 model),CFRP roof which reduces the weight by approximately 10 kg (22 lb), 19-inchBBS wheels, sports seats and steering wheel, and piano black interior accents withultrasuede upholstery and red contrast stitching. Mechanical upgrades include uprated power output to 236 kW (316 hp; 321 PS) for the 2015 model, 6-speed manual transmission withTorsenlimited-slip differential, sport-tuned suspension, high-performance brakes, and additional chassis reinforcements, which include 252 additional chassis spot welds for greater rigidity, coupled with specific-tuned dampers and electric power steering.[15][30][31][32]
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The second-generation Reiz was launched in September 2010, and offered with either 2.5-litre 5GR-FE or 3.0-litre 3GR-FE V6 engine.The facelift model was released in 2013[33]
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On 27 September 2017, Toyota ended production of the Reiz in China[34] with a total of 528,188 units produced since 2004.[35]
Production of the Mark X ended on 23 December 2019 in Japan with a total of 6.9 million units (including the Mark II) produced since the first production of Corona Mark II began 51 years earlier.[36][37] Before the discontinuation, Toyota released the limited-production Mark X 250S Final Edition. The Final Edition comes equipped with 18-inch aluminium wheels, dark chrome-plated front bumper trim, and a red and black interior finished in Alcantara and leather.[3] This marked the end of the Mark II lineage that was introduced in 1968.
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TheMark X ZiO MPV shares only a name with the Mark X saloon and is based on the smaller front-wheel driveNew MC platform.
