Toyota Mark X: Японский среднеразмерный автомобиль класса люкс

Mid size luxury car manufactured by Toyota

The Toyota Mark X (トヨタ・マークX) is a mid size car manufactured by Toyota between 2004 and 2019, and was primarily aimed at the Japanese market. The Mark X was introduced in 2004 and is the successor to the Mark II which was first introduced in 1968, and was known in the North American market as the Corona Mark II starting in 1972, and renamed the Cressida 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 oriented Chaser, and the luxurious Cresta in one vehicle, repeating an approach previously attempted by the short lived Verossa that used inline six engines, whereas the Mark X uses V6 engines. The Mark X was previously sold as an alternative to the front wheel drive Camry, which was once the largest new saloon at Corolla Store locations, for buyers who like the size of the Camry, but prefer a rear wheel drive layout. Different engine sizes were offered to allow Japanese buyers which annual road 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. The Mark X was sold as the Reiz in China, which was produced by Tianjin 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 general public. TOC

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 modified Supra chassis "A" series platform, the Mark X continues to use the Toyota "X" platform, and does not share its platform with the Toyota "S" series platform used under the Crown and Lexus GS. 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 the JZ series and the G series engines, and went to the newly developed GR series engine. Either the 2.5 L (2,497 cc) 4GR FSE or the 3.0 L (2,995 cc) 3GR FSE engine options were available. To position it as a top level luxury car, it was only available at Toyopet Store Japanese locations. The previous top level car was the Toyota Celsior, which now assumed the more internationally known Lexus LS, and was now exclusive to Japanese Lexus dealerships. Both engines offer Dual VVT i with D 4 direct injection. The rear wheel drive models have a 6 speed torque converter automatic transmission as standard and the All Trac four wheel drive models have a 5 speed automatic. No manual transmission options were offered. A first in its class is the rear bumper with an integrated exhaust outlet, which later made its way on to the corresponding model year Lexus LS series and the Crown. An LED lamp for the ceiling runs from the front of the vehicle to the rear, creating a "mood" lighting system. The LED system is also incorporated into the gear shifter and key area of the vehicle. Minor changes were made in 2006. Mirror mounted indicators replaced the fender mounted units, taillamps were revised and the grille was redesigned. Mark X with all black interior colour deleted the wood trim in favour of the brushed aluminium trim. This change also gives the formal introduction of the "S package" which gain the three spoke steering wheel and changes to the exterior lip piece. In 2007 for Japanese models only, G BOOK, a subscription telematics service, is offered as an option. The former Kanto Auto Works produced the Mark X from November 2004 to September 2006.

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.

The Mark X Supercharged version uses the supercharged 3GR FSE engine paired to 6 speed automatic transmission. The power output is rated at at 6,200 rpm and 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.

The second generation Mark X was released on 19 October 2009, followed by the Reiz in September 2010. Engine options are the 2.5 L (2,497 cc) 4GR FSE V6 and the 3.5 L (3,456 cc) 2GR FSE V6. Models available are Standard, Premium and Sports. Changes from the previous generation include the elimination of the exhaust outlet diffuser, 6 speed automatic transmission for All Trac 4WD models and return to the hinge design trunk instead of lift support. The Mark X received two facelifts 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.

This variant is available with the 2.5 L or 3.5 L engine. 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 from Alcantara (with leather being an option). Super UV cut glass and nanoE air ventilation system is also used on this grade. 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. 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.

As with the previous generation Mark X, Toyota's in house tuning company Modellista installed a supercharger on the 3.5 L 2GR FSE engine and marketed as Mark X +M Super Charger. The power output is rated at and of torque. Modellista also produced a non supercharged version of the Mark X called Vertiga.

The G's (renamed to GR 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 trunk spoiler, clear smoked taillamps, forged aluminium 19x8J wheels, four piston calipers with front and rear ventilated brake disks, upgraded suspension, red stitching leather interior, carbon style centre console and instrument panel, upgraded Alcantara front seats, etc.

The Mark X GRMN (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 , 19 inch BBS wheels, sports seats and steering wheel, and piano black interior accents with ultra suede upholstery and red contrast stitching. Mechanical upgrades include uprated power output to for the 2015 model, 6 speed manual transmission with Torsen limited 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.

On 27 September 2017, Toyota ended production of the Reiz in China with a total of 528,188 units produced since 2004. 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. 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. This marked the end of the Mark II lineage that was introduced in 1968.

The Mark X ZiO MPV shares only a name with the Mark X saloon and is based on the smaller front wheel drive New MC platform.