At the Tokyo International Auto Show in the fall of 2004, Toyota organized an official demonstration of a completely new sedan called the Mark X with the in-house code “X120”, a direct successor to the legendary Mark II model, which not only changed its image, but also changed noticeably in technical terms.
In 2006, the car was slightly updated, having received minor improvements to the exterior and interior, after which it was produced until 2009.
The Toyota Mark X of the first generation looks attractive and very solid, and it “does not smell” of sportiness in its appearance. An assertive front end with “complex” optics and a chrome-plated “shield” of the radiator grille, a classic three-volume silhouette and a embossed stern with nice lamps and a massive bumper into which trapezoidal exhaust pipes are integrated - the car is harmonious, from whatever angle you look.
"Mark X" of the first generation is the "player" of the E-class according to European standards with the corresponding body dimensions: 4730 mm long, 1435 mm high and 1775 mm wide. Between the axles of the four-door there is a 2850 mm gap, and its ground clearance is 155 mm. In the "combat" state, the machine weighs from 1500 to 1570 kg, depending on the version.
The interior of the "first" Toyota Mark X meets riders with a nice and interesting design, emphasized by good-quality finishing materials and high build quality. Behind the weighty multifunctional steering wheel is a concise and informative instrument panel, and in the center of the dashboard there is a wide console with a color screen of a multimedia complex and an air conditioning unit.
Inside the "Mark X" of the first incarnation is comfortable and roomy. The front seats demonstrate a well-thought-out profile with well-developed sidewalls and have a wide range of adjustments, and the rear sofa is hospitably molded (although it is more suitable for two passengers due to the high floor tunnel).
In the "marching" form, the cargo compartment of the Toyota Mark X holds 437 liters of luggage. The backrests of the rear seats are individually thrown forward, which allows you to transport large or oblong objects in the "hold". A compact spare tire and a tool kit are hidden in the underground niche of the trunk.
Specifications. For the first generation "Mark X" there are two gasoline six-cylinder "aspirated" with a V-shaped configuration, 24-valve DOHC timing and direct fuel injection into the combustion chamber.
- The "younger" unit is a 2.5-liter "six" (2499 cubic centimeters), which develops 215 horsepower at 6400 rpm and 260 Nm of torque at 3800 rpm. A 6-band "automatic" in tandem with a rear-wheel drive transmission, or a 5-speed automatic transmission and an all-wheel drive system work with him, providing the car with an average fuel consumption of 7.9-9 liters per "hundred" in combined conditions.
- The “senior” version is a 3.0-liter engine (2994 cubic centimeters), in the arsenal of which there are 256 “mares” at 6200 rpm and 314 Nm of torque at 3600 rpm. A 6-speed automatic transmission with manual operation is responsible for delivering power to the rear wheels, resulting in a sedan requiring 8.4 liters of gasoline in mixed mode per 100 km.
The Toyota Mark X of the first generation is based on the Toyota N platform with a power unit located in the longitudinal plane and an independent chassis design on both axles. The front wheels of the car are suspended by means of a double-lever architecture, and a multi-link scheme is used in the rear part (stabilizers are installed “in a circle”).
As standard, the sedan is equipped with a rack and pinion steering system, in which a hydraulic control booster is implanted. The “Japanese” has disc brakes on all wheels, supplemented by ventilation in the front, with a set of modern “helpers” - ABS, EBD and Brake Assist.
Powerful engines, balanced driving characteristics, a high level of comfort and a reliable design - these are the main advantages of the Japanese "classic".
But the sedan also has disadvantages - expensive maintenance, sensitivity to the quality of gasoline and high fuel consumption.
Options and prices. Toyota Mark X is quite common in the Russian secondary market, and its prices start at 300 thousand rubles. All vehicle configurations, without exception, “flaunt” frontal airbags, power windows for all doors, dual-zone “climate”, audio system, ABS, EBD, BA, multifunctional steering wheel and much more.
In 2012, Toyota announced that an updated version of their second-generation Toyota Mark X sedan was coming out. This restyling turned out to be most welcome, since at that time three years had already passed since the second generation of the model entered the market. Of course, this version remains relevant in 2014-2015, and when the third generation will follow is not yet clear.
The car has long been very popular in Japan itself, and is also actively sold in Taiwan, China and other eastern countries. But the car got to Russia not so long ago. But better late than never at all. Therefore, we want to introduce you to this most interesting sedan, tell you about it in detail, look at it from all angles and understand what is so special about it, in addition to the right steering wheel.
Let's start with the fact that Toyota Mark X came to motorists as a replacement for the already legendary Toyota Mark 2. Five years after the debut of the tenth Mark, the company dared to release the second generation of its most interesting sedan.
It should be noted that Toyota Mark X belongs to class E, if we take European standards. It was created on a rear-wheel drive platform, but it has all-wheel drive as an option. But let's still start our acquaintance with the appearance, after which we will find out, among other things, the technical parameters.
Exterior
The appearance of Toyota Mark X is very original, attractive and insanely stylish. The front part received a beautiful LED-xenon optics, where the LEDs play the role of framing the main light. We also note the elegant false radiator grille with the company logo and the letter X, immersed in chrome. A trapezoidal air intake adorns the front spoiler, along the edges of which are fog lights. In principle, the front end is somewhat reminiscent of the current style of Lexus cars, made in the form of an hourglass, although a spool of thread was meant in honor of Toyota's first endeavors. However, Toyota's forms are not so intrusive, and therefore Mark X was in a more advantageous position.
The side view reveals three-volume proportions, a long hood, large swollen wheel arches, a flat roof, and a fairly light stern externally. In general, the profile of the car is wonderful and in many ways classically Japanese.
The stern looks no less beautiful than the front. Excellent and elegant optics, which can be seen with the naked eye from photo and video materials, plus competent bumper lines, unsurpassed marker lights, as well as a compact spoiler on the trunk complete the impeccable image of the sedan.
The choice of body color options is not so much. However, buyers will be able to choose from navy blue, silver, grey, white, black, pearl white and dark red body styles.
It would not be superfluous to clarify what dimensions a sports sedan from Japan has. And they at Mark X are as follows:
- length - 4750 millimeters
- width - 1795 millimeters
- height - 1445 millimeters
- wheelbase - 2850 mm
- ground clearance (clearance) with rear and all-wheel drive - 155 and 150 millimeters, respectively.
Interior
As it turned out, Mark X received a very strict, solid, but still attractive interior. Its interior cannot be called exemplary, since there are a number of manufacturers who have devoted more time and effort to design.
Toyota has no complaints about the salon and cannot be. Everything is made from high quality materials. The front seats received excellent lateral back support and pillows. Plus, they have a very attractive and useful feature for our customers. The fact is, if you remove the head restraints and lower the chairs back, you will have two full-fledged places to sleep in front of you, and the surface is almost perfectly flat and very comfortable.
In front of the driver there is a comfortable steering wheel, an Optitron dashboard, consisting of two pairs of large and small radii of instruments, each located in its own well. The center console is decorated with a large eight-inch touch screen, which is responsible for navigation and multimedia. Directly below the screen are climate control buttons.
If we talk about the rear row of seats, then it is not at all as anti-comfortable as many expected. On the contrary, the rear sofa provides a solid level of comfort and convenience. Which is true for two passengers. The third will not be particularly pleasant to sit, because in the middle not only a large transmission tunnel, but also the bulge of the sofa itself makes it difficult to sit comfortably. If two people sit there, then there will be more than enough space in all directions. Plus, we note comfortable armrests, where the control unit is located to change the inclination of the backrest. For each of the rear passengers, it is regulated separately.
As for the luggage compartment, it was a pleasant surprise. In its standard position, the trunk will accommodate 479 liters without any problems. At the same time, the rear row backrests can be folded, and then the space for loading luggage and other things will increase at least twice. Unfortunately, we don't know the exact numbers.
Equipment
The equipment of the Toyota Mark X 2014 2015 is really diverse. The manufacturer allows you to order one of the many options, ranging from the simplest to the top with the most maximum and modern equipment. For instance:
- leather interior
- dual zone climate control
- electric shutters on second row windows
- heated and electric front seats
- electrically adjustable steering column
- keyless access to the salon
- parking assistance system
- modern multimedia system with an 8-inch display
- acoustics for 12 speakers
- hill start assist
- Cruise control
- collision avoidance system
- safety systems TR, EBD, ABS with VSC
- phone
- navigation system
- Rear View Camera
- all-round cameras, etc.
Toyota also offers a whole range of electronic assistants and chips, which are long enough to list. At the same time, the option of buying a car in a budget version is also offered, where the main character will be the heart of the car - its engine.
Price
As for the price, there were no particular problems with finding data. Therefore, we hasten to introduce you to the current prices in Japan and Russia.
So, for the basic version with a more low-power motor, you will have to pay 2440 thousand yen. The most expensive with a top engine will cost 3900 thousand yen.
Russian buyers can also get this right-hand drive sedan delivered directly from Japan. The car will cost from 1.4 million rubles. At the same time, it is important to note that delivery is carried out to Moscow, and the new car will be conditionally new, since it will have a mileage in its homeland, that is, in Japan, about 3-5 thousand kilometers. Officially, zero Marks X are not for sale with us yet. Perhaps the situation will change somewhat in the near future.
Specifications
As we have already said, the car is available for sale with all-wheel drive or only rear-wheel drive. Unfortunately, all-wheel drive Mark X can only be paired with a less powerful engine. Gearboxes - sequential six-speed automatic with intelligent control.
Both engines that are offered for the Toyota Mark X run on gasoline and have a direct fuel injection system.
- Less powerful, that is, the younger motor is represented by a 2.5-liter engine with a capacity of 203 horsepower, whose torque is 243 Nm.
- The older engine is more attractive and is represented by a 3.5-liter engine with 318 horsepower and 380 Nm of torque.
The car uses all the horsepower very intelligently due to a properly tuned gearbox. Even when choosing a motor for 203 horsepower, it does not seem that this is not enough. Well, when under the hood of the Toyota Mark X there is an engine of three and a half liters and 318 horses, its sound asks you to press the accelerator pedal harder. In Japan, there is where to use the full potential of such a power unit, which cannot be said about Russia. Therefore, we have more relevant engines with a volume of two and a half liters.
Output
Impressions from the Toyota Mark X 2014 2015 are the most positive. The car evokes positive emotions when looking at its appearance, when examining the interior, and even when studying the technical characteristics. Yes, and the reviews of the owners clearly demonstrate that for true lovers of the beautiful, the right-hand drive is not a hindrance.
Unfortunately, nothing is really known yet regarding the possibility of an official Toyota plant in Russia. Still, although there are fans, some right-hand drive is a taboo. The reasons are different, but the result is the same. It is unlikely that the Japanese manufacturer will want to change traditions and put the steering wheel on the left front seat that is more familiar to us. Although the price of 1.4 million rubles including shipping does not look like much considering what you will get in the end for this money.
The second incarnation of the Toyota Mark X mid-size sedan made its premiere in the fall of 2009 as part of the international show in Tokyo, inheriting the base from its predecessor with minimal changes, but having received an improved design and new functionality.
In August 2012, an updated version of the four-door was presented to the public, which changed externally, but remained without any technical metamorphoses.
And in November 2016, the “second Mark X” was overtaken by the second update - it, again, was refreshed in appearance and interior, and was also equipped with the Toyota Safety Sense P package (which includes systems: adaptive cruise control, frontal collision avoidance with the function of pedestrian detection, traffic sign recognition, traffic lane monitoring, as well as automatic headlight switching).
The body of the "second" Toyota Mark X with classic three-volume proportions flaunts a sophisticated, stylish and beautiful design. In the design of the front, attention is drawn to the original headlights and the X-shaped ornament on the grille, and the stern contains beautiful lights and a sculpted bumper with two “trunks” of the exhaust system. Yes, and in profile, the car is good thanks to a fairly dynamic shape with “pumped up” wheel arches.
The Japanese E-class sedan is 4750 mm long, which fits into a wheelbase of 2850 mm, 1795 mm wide and 1435 mm high. For rear-wheel drive versions, the ground clearance is 155 mm, and for all-wheel drive versions it is 5 mm less. The curb weight of the car ranges from 1510 to 1560 kg.
The interior of the second generation Toyota Marx X looks strict and solid, emphasizing the high status of the car with its appearance. An 8-inch “TV” of the multimedia center rises on the center console, and a little lower is the “remote control” of the air conditioner. The driver is directly responsible for a stylish steering wheel with controls and an elegant “toolkit” with two “wells” and a color display. Finishing materials inside the sedan as a selection - expensive plastics, genuine leather and decor "aluminum".
The front seats in the car "flaunt" an ergonomic profile with developed lateral support rollers and a decent set of adjustments, and the rear row of seats provides comfortable accommodation and sufficient space for two adult passengers (the third will obviously be superfluous).
With practicality, the "second" Mark X is in full order - the luggage compartment has 479 liters in standard form. The back of the "gallery", divided into two parts, is transformed, significantly increasing the cargo capacity of the "hold".
Specifications. The Toyota Mark X power palette includes two gasoline units - these are atmospheric V-shaped “sixes” with multi-point fuel supply and a 24-valve DOHC timing belt. Both motors are installed in conjunction with a six-range automatic transmission and rear axle drive wheels, and an all-wheel drive transmission is also available for the “junior”.
- Under the hood of the base sedans is a 2.5-liter engine (2499 cubic centimeters), producing 203 “horses” at 6400 rpm and 243 Nm of peak torque at 4800 rpm. Thanks to these characteristics, the car accelerates to the first "hundred" after 8 seconds, gains a maximum of 190-225 km / h and consumes an average of no more than 10.6-11.8 liters of fuel in the combined driving cycle.
- Powerful versions are equipped with a 3.5-liter (3456 cubic centimeter) “aspirated” engine, producing a herd of 318 “heads” at 6400 rpm and 380 Nm of torque at 4800 rpm. After 7 seconds, "Mark X" with this "heart" exchanges 100 km / h and continues to accelerate up to 250 km / h. Passport "appetite" - 10 liters per "hundred" in the "city / highway" mode.
At the heart of the Toyota Mark X in the 130th body is the Toyota N platform, which implies a longitudinal engine. At the front, the car has an independent suspension on double wishbones, and at the rear - a multi-link design.
The steering system of the three-volume model is built according to the rack-and-pinion type with an integrated electric power steering, and disc mechanisms on all wheels with ABS, Brake Assist and EBD are responsible for its effective braking.
Options and prices. Official sales of the Toyota Mark X of the second incarnation are carried out only in the Japanese market (in China, its “twin brother” is sold under the name Reiz).
At home, a 2017 model year car is available at a price of 2,656,800 yen (~ 1,543 thousand rubles at the exchange rate at the end of 2016) for the simplest equipment. Standardly, a four-door is equipped with seven airbags, dual-zone “climate”, ABS, ESP, 16-inch steel wheel rims, power windows for all doors, standard audio system and other modern "chips".
The “top” version costs a minimum of 3,850,200 yen (~ 2,236 thousand rubles), and its signs are leather trim, 18-inch aluminum rollers, a multimedia system with an 8-inch screen, heated front seats with electric adjustments , bi-xenon head optics and much more.
In 2012, the Japanese concern Toyota distributed information, as well as pictures of a brand new sedan that was already known to the world in 2009 as the Toyota Mark X. Only now it had to appear in an updated version. Well, it is worth recognizing that this car is really very popular, not only at home, but also in other countries. It is actively bought in Taiwan, China and the Far East of the Russian Federation. Well, it is necessary to tell about this model in more detail.
Briefly about the history
So, as a short introduction, I would like to say a few words directly about the history of the model. It is worth noting that in Russia, with the exception of Sakhalin, Khabarovsk or Vladivostok, there are no such machines. As a matter of fact, there are as few of them as the Toyota Mark X with
The first generation of this model appeared more than ten years ago - in 2004. The second was published five years later - in 2009. And after more than three years, manufacturers decided to restyle. And so the 2012 Toyota Mark X was born. And now it is worth telling more interesting things about her.
About dimensions
Well, let's start with the looks. More specifically, the size. It is worth clarifying that the Toyota Mark X is in the European “E” class, so the car was built on a rear-wheel drive platform. By the way, it is used in a more popular car, namely, in terms of dimensions: the car is 4730 millimeters long, which is a rather impressive parameter. In width - 1795 mm, and in height - 1445. equals 140 mm. This car is equipped with low-profile tires on alloy wheels of the following parameters: 215/60R16 - 235/45R18.
The model is big. There is also a sports version of this sedan, and it is called Mark X G'Sports. This model has a suspension lowered by two centimeters and other wheels - 245 / 40R19. So for fans of sports cars, this version is suitable, which looks like a solid sports car, and on the roads it certainly attracts attention.
Appearance of the sports version
Toyota Mark X 2004 looked good. But even better - the new version, 2012. Especially sports. I would like to tell you more about its design. The first thing that catches your eye is an aggressive bumper with a large powerful air intake and aerodynamic door sills. The spoiler located on the trunk lid also attracts attention, as well as the spectacular rear bumper with a large diffuser and ventilation slots specially made in the bumper sidewalls. It is worth noting the attention with twin exhaust pipes, which are spaced apart on the sides of the body.
Exterior of the “civilian” version
The tuning turned out well for Toyota Mark X. Or rather, her sporty image. What was the usual, “civilian” version? She doesn't look as pushy or aggressive. But this is not a minus. Because the design of this model is amazing - beautiful, stylish, spectacular, elegant. The developers performed the front part in a very original way - they equipped it with exquisite headlights (combining double LED strokes with xenon) and a designer false radiator grille with the branded “X” logo that defines the model. In addition, they decided to make chrome inserts, embed fog lights in the boxes, endow the front bumper with a spoiler, and the air intake with a trapezoid.
Interestingly, the figure formed by the radiator grille and the lower air duct successfully echoes the so-called spindle of Lexus cars. Only Toyota, unlike this car, looks very concise. The beautiful bonnet appears to rise above the front fenders, and its edges subtly merge with the wheel arches, completing this wonderful look.
Interior
We also need to talk about what this car is like from the inside. The interior of this model is large, spacious, and the interior is decorated in a classic style. The front seats are made using a special technology - they have a sporty profile and are equipped with comfortable side support rollers. The driver's seat can be adjusted in eight directions, and the passenger seat in 4 (but people sitting in the cabin don't need more). If you remove the head restraints from the front seats and fold back the backs, you get two quite full-fledged places designed for a healthy sleep.
The steering wheel is very comfortable, by the way, like the Prado. Well designed and trial panel. On the center console you can see a wide 8-inch color display. This is a multimedia system combined with a navigator and climate control (or, more precisely, a means of managing all this).
It is also worth noting that the base “Toyota Mark X 2013” offers fabric seat upholstery, but the “rich” one has high-quality leather trim and pretty solid equipment. That is, an excellent audio system (12 speakers in the cabin!), Electric steering column, as well as front mirrors, a steering wheel and seat heating system, as well as eye-pleasing metal and wooden inserts.
Toyota Mark X - specifications of the new car
Two engines were developed for this sedan. The first is a 2.5-liter V6 that produces 203 horsepower. And the second is a 3.5-liter, GR-FSE. This is a more powerful version that produces about 318 horsepower! These units work under the control of a sequential 6-speed “automatic”. For the version that comes with a 2.5-liter unit, all-wheel drive can be offered. As for the suspension - it is completely independent. In general, the equipment of the model is not bad. The car has everything you need - VSC, ABS, EBD, cruise control, Pre-Crash and many other systems that positively affect the handling of the car and its overall performance.
Speaking of manageability. People who own this car note this nuance with special attention. They say that the brand new sedan from "Toyota" in this regard never ceases to please. It reacts quickly and sensitively to the movements of the driver, copes with turns, with irregularities - too, instantly smoothing them out. Even if the driver is driving on a bad road, this is not felt in the car. Of course, this is not an SUV, so you won’t be able to ride it through the mountains and cobblestones, but you can easily cope with Russian “paths”.
Price
And finally, one more point regarding a car like the Toyota Mark X. Price is also important. The cost of this car in Japan starts at 2,440,000 yen. This is approximately 32 thousand dollars (the amount is indicated together with the mandatory tax). This price is now set for a front-wheel drive car with a 2.5-liter engine that produces 203 horsepower (it was mentioned above). The equipment is basic - that is, no luxury like a leather interior and additional options should be expected. But a more expensive solid modification can cost more than 50 thousand dollars (also with tax). But this price for a 3.5-liter 318-horsepower version, and also richly equipped, will justify the purchase. So if you have the opportunity and desire to buy this car, do not waste your chance.
In the fall of 2016, the presentation of the updated Toyota Mark X sedan of the 2017 model year took place in Japan. The model received a modified exterior design and several new electronic assistants.
Outside, you can distinguish the restyled Toyota Mark X (2017-2018) from the pre-reform car by a different grille, a modified front bumper and upgraded headlights.
As for the technical equipment, all trim levels of the sedan additionally received an improved Safety Sense P package, consisting of adaptive cruise control, a traffic lane enforcement system, and a traffic sign recognition system.
In addition, a frontal collision avoidance function was included in this complex, which operates at speeds from 10 to 80 km / h. It recognizes other road users (cars and pedestrians) using the front camera and radar.
The facelifted 2017 Toyota Mark X continues to be offered with either a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated V6 4GR-FSE engine producing 203 hp. and 243 Nm, or with a 3.5-liter naturally aspirated "six" 2GR-FSE, developing 318 "horses" and 380 Nm of torque. Both are paired with a six-speed automatic, and the drive can be not only rear, but also full.
In addition, the number of welding points and adhesive joints in the design of the car was increased, which made it possible to make the body stronger. In turn, this made it possible to make the model more comfortable, safer and more accurate in steering. In Japan, you can buy a new Mark X for between $24,000 and $35,000.
Updated Marx X 2013
At the 2009 Tokyo Motor Show, Toyota introduced the Mark X sedan, and after almost three years, it's time to freshen up the exterior of a model that is in good demand in the domestic Japanese market.
The main changes of the novelty touched the front part, where a completely new bumper appeared, a different radiator grille and retouched optics of complex shape, in which sections of LED lights were registered. At the rear of the sedan, the bumper and lighting equipment were revised.
Interesting fact. In addition to the domestic market, Toyota Mark X is officially sold only in China, and in China the sedan is known as Toyota Reiz. But Marks are also loved in Russia, in the eastern part of our country there are many such cars brought from the Islands.
The automaker also clarifies that engineers have worked on the chassis settings for new items, improving handling and reducing noise levels through increased use of damping materials.
In addition to the basic version, the Mark X sedan is offered with a package from Gazoo Racing. Such a car flaunts a more aggressive front design with a narrow false radiator grill without an X-shaped insert, a huge air intake in the front bumper with chrome trim, side skirts, a rear spoiler, a diffuser and 19-inch wheels.
For the basic version of the Toyota Mark X sedan in Japan, they asked for 2,440,000 yen (24,400 euros), while the top version of the G's with a 3.5-liter engine was estimated at 4,200,000 yen (42,700 euros).
New Toyota Mark X G's 2014 photo
