| Grade | 3000EFI Twin Cam 24 VVT-i_Avante G | 2500EFI_Twin Cam 24_VVT-i_Tourer S | 2000EFI 24valve_AVANTE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model type & weight |
Model type | E-JZX101-BTPZF | E-JZX100-BTPSF | E-GX100-BTPQK |
| Curb mass(kg) | 1460 | 1400 | 1330 | |
| Dimensions | Length(mm) | 4715 | 4715 | 4715 |
| Width(mm) | 1755 | 1755 | 1755 | |
| Height(mm) | 1400 | 1400 | 1400 | |
| Wheelbase(mm) | 2730 | 2730 | 2730 | |
| Engine | Engine code | 2JZ-GE | 1JZ-GE | 1G-FE |
| Engine type | Water-cooled, in-line 6-cylinder, DOHC (longitudinal engine) | Water-cooled, in-line 6-cylinder, DOHC (longitudinal engine) | Water-cooled, in-line 6-cylinder, DOHC (longitudinal engine) | |
| Displacement(cm3) | 2997 | 2491 | 1988 | |
| Max. output kW(PS)/r.p.m. | -/220/5600 | -/200/6000 | -/140/5600 |
| * | The specifications are those of representative model grades. |
| * | Max. output represents a net rating. In the above table, digits separated by slashes ( / / ) stand for kW, PS, and r.p.m., respectively. |
| * | The model numbers of these vehicles are JZX101(3000), JZX100(2500), JZX105(2500), GX100(2000), LX100(2400Diesel). |
The division of the sporty Tourer and luxurious Avante lines introduced in the previous generation was continued. Compared to the Mark II (one of its sister cars), the Chaser's overhangs were shorter by 45 mm, and its combination headlights with four round headlamps were also one of its distinguishing features.
The gasoline engine lineup consisted of four inline 6-cylinder DOHC 24-valve units, including 2-liter and 2.5-liter "high-mecha" twin-cam engines producing 140 PS and 180 PS, respectively, a turbocharged version of the latter with 280 PS, and a 3-liter engine producing 220 PS. In addition, a 2.4-liter turbo diesel with 97 PS was available. The 2.5- and 3-liter units came with the variable valve timing mechanism (VVT-i), which improved the torque in the practical range of rotational speed as well as fuel efficiency. The twin turbocharger adopted in the previous Tourer V was replaced with a single turbocharger, although the output remained unchanged at 280 PS. The passive safety measures that were standard-equipped with this model generation included the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and dual airbags.
Production of the Chaser was discontinued in June 2001.