I honestly couldn't go back from the 3.5L Hybrid. I own a GWS204, and it's the most effortless thing I've ever driven. So much power, so much torque from the EV assistance, and I'm averaging 6.5L/100km. It makes me smile every time I get to an onramp.
Great to hear you're enjoying it! It's actually rare to hear the GWS204 getting such good economy. Have you recently replaced the hybrid battery as this could explain it too? We generally see them between 8 to 12L/100km in mixed driving. I think each of these cars have a place and that's really up to the buyer. The modern look, feel and economy of the AWS210 series Crown is what convinced me that it honestly suits 90% of buyers (in Australia anyway). The Japanese markets vast uptake is something that speaks volumes as well. Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts!
@@KrishneilGaribI have a gws204. Amazing daily. I’m getting about 8.5-9L per 100 in stop start traffic. I haven’t done a long highway trip yet as I only had the car for about 3 months.
I really liked the video! We went to Japan last year and I kinda fell in love with the newer ARS220 Crown. Have you been thinking of maybe upgrading to that model?
Glad you liked it! I will own a 220 series at some point, maybe a G Executive GWS224, but not just yet. I've been itching for some adventure/camping so maybe a 4wd for a little while before I return to the JDM cars.
Interesting take! Having owned both series, I personally couldn't see any difference in quality per se. Interior finish with materials used seems to be on par or better in the 210. Most of the touch points seemed to use a better more modern material. The only noticeable difference being the 210 do suffer from steering wheel leather peel after the pandemic era, where alcohol based hand sanitizers caused the material to deteriorate. The same wheel used in the 200 Landcruiser and 150 Prado also suffered the same fate. Exterior panel work and the chassis is the same as previous generations. I think the feature set was definitely compromised as you don't get as much standard gadgetry like rear seat controls in the Athlete, which to some could be seen as a drop in quality. I personally think it is still a Crown and the Crown name, quality and feel continued until the 220 series. The latest series is where I feel it is no longer the Crown we have known.
Hey man great video I have been looking at one of these for my partner she likes the look of them but I have some concerns with where I would stand if there was ever a issue with the hybrid battery as I’m looking at around a 2013 model. Do you have any thoughts on the above?
Hey cheers! The battery technology is the same as a Prius or Camry hybrid from the same era and are actually readily available anywhere those vehicles were sold. In Australia a full replacement battery pack costs roughly AUD $4000 installed from one of many suppliers around the country. This AWS210 series appears to not suffer from many hybrid battery pack issues like the previous generation (GWS204) - I imagine the Hybrid controller perhaps has a better design. There is an option to replace individual 'cells' as well within the battery pack, and usually only cost about AUD$80 per cell, however if one cell is dead usually the others will follow. It's a great platform and I think its about time more people get behind Toyota Hybrids. These are a great entry point.
@@KrishneilGarib thanks for the detailed feedback interesting to know I will have a look at some part numbers and cross reference I thought I looked before and the pack was specific to AWS210
@@smokeyhouseproductions As a part number the pack is specific because the shape of the outer shell is unique, but inside the cells are easily replaceable.
If you enjoyed this format of video, let me know and I'll make some more!
Very informative and beautiful camera work. Looking hard at the Majesta rn
I honestly couldn't go back from the 3.5L Hybrid. I own a GWS204, and it's the most effortless thing I've ever driven. So much power, so much torque from the EV assistance, and I'm averaging 6.5L/100km. It makes me smile every time I get to an onramp.
Great to hear you're enjoying it! It's actually rare to hear the GWS204 getting such good economy. Have you recently replaced the hybrid battery as this could explain it too? We generally see them between 8 to 12L/100km in mixed driving.
I think each of these cars have a place and that's really up to the buyer. The modern look, feel and economy of the AWS210 series Crown is what convinced me that it honestly suits 90% of buyers (in Australia anyway).
The Japanese markets vast uptake is something that speaks volumes as well.
Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts!
@@KrishneilGarib I'm on the highway 90% of the time, so that probably helps lol
@@KrishneilGaribI have a gws204. Amazing daily. I’m getting about 8.5-9L per 100 in stop start traffic. I haven’t done a long highway trip yet as I only had the car for about 3 months.
I really liked the video! We went to Japan last year and I kinda fell in love with the newer ARS220 Crown. Have you been thinking of maybe upgrading to that model?
Glad you liked it! I will own a 220 series at some point, maybe a G Executive GWS224, but not just yet. I've been itching for some adventure/camping so maybe a 4wd for a little while before I return to the JDM cars.
@@KrishneilGarib Ah, fair enough! Keep filming, its always nice to watch!
A lot of Japanese people say the quality has been compromised in the 210 series and believe the 200 is the last true crown
Interesting take! Having owned both series, I personally couldn't see any difference in quality per se.
Interior finish with materials used seems to be on par or better in the 210. Most of the touch points seemed to use a better more modern material. The only noticeable difference being the 210 do suffer from steering wheel leather peel after the pandemic era, where alcohol based hand sanitizers caused the material to deteriorate. The same wheel used in the 200 Landcruiser and 150 Prado also suffered the same fate.
Exterior panel work and the chassis is the same as previous generations.
I think the feature set was definitely compromised as you don't get as much standard gadgetry like rear seat controls in the Athlete, which to some could be seen as a drop in quality.
I personally think it is still a Crown and the Crown name, quality and feel continued until the 220 series. The latest series is where I feel it is no longer the Crown we have known.
IMO the 204 is the better car because you still get the economy and the power of a3.5l v6.
Hey man great video I have been looking at one of these for my partner she likes the look of them but I have some concerns with where I would stand if there was ever a issue with the hybrid battery as I’m looking at around a 2013 model. Do you have any thoughts on the above?
Hey cheers! The battery technology is the same as a Prius or Camry hybrid from the same era and are actually readily available anywhere those vehicles were sold. In Australia a full replacement battery pack costs roughly AUD $4000 installed from one of many suppliers around the country. This AWS210 series appears to not suffer from many hybrid battery pack issues like the previous generation (GWS204) - I imagine the Hybrid controller perhaps has a better design.
There is an option to replace individual 'cells' as well within the battery pack, and usually only cost about AUD$80 per cell, however if one cell is dead usually the others will follow.
It's a great platform and I think its about time more people get behind Toyota Hybrids. These are a great entry point.
@@KrishneilGarib thanks for the detailed feedback interesting to know I will have a look at some part numbers and cross reference I thought I looked before and the pack was specific to AWS210
@@smokeyhouseproductions As a part number the pack is specific because the shape of the outer shell is unique, but inside the cells are easily replaceable.
Hey man. What suspension do you have on? Coilovers? Which ones?
@@tekkenaustralia2427 hey mate, they are BC Racing BR-RS custom rate coilovers (14kg/10kg)
Thankyou. @@KrishneilGarib