Toyota Van

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Toyota Van
Manufacturer	Toyota
Production	1984–1989
Successor	Toyota Previa
Class	Minivan
Body style(s)	4-door van
Layout	FMR layout/Four Wheel Drive
Platform	YH51,YH53,YH61,YH63,YH71,YH73
Engine(s)	83-85 2.0 L 86-89 2.2L 101 hp (75 kW), Toyota Y Engine 83-85 #3Y-E(C) 86-89 #4Y-E(C)
Transmission(s)	4-speed automatic 5-speed manual
Wheelbase	88.0 in (2235 mm)
Length	175.8 in (4465 mm)
Width	65.7 in (1669 mm)
Height	70.3 in (1786 mm)
Fuel capacity	15.9 US gal (60.2 L/13.2 imp gal)

The Toyota Van was a vehicle produced by Toyota and distributed worldwide in a multitude of versions. The 'Van' was a slightly larger version of the Toyota LiteAce/Toyota TownAce. It featured a sharply sloped front, in contrast to the upright flat found in the Toyota Hiace. The Toyota Van was introduced to North America the same year as the Dodge Caravan, 1984.

The North American model was officially known as the Van (VanWagon in early press materials). In Europe it was known as the Space Cruiser, while Australia referred to the vehicle as the Tarago. In Sweden it was sold as the Toyota Model F. The rear wheel drive versions were sold in the United States between 1984 and 1989 while the four wheel drive models were sold between 1987 and 1989. The four wheel drive models came with skid plates and a transfer case for Low and High four wheel drive.

Toyota's advertising campaign referred to the passenger vans (DLX and LE trim levels) as the "Wonderwagon" while the CRG trim level was referred to as the "Cargo Van". The Van used a front mid-engine layout where the driver and front passenger sat directly above the front axle. The VanWagon's short wheelbase contributed to a very bumpy ride but a short turning radius. Deluxe and LE (Limited Edition) versions were offered as well as an ice maker/refrigerator between the front seats. The VanWagon also offered dual air conditioning, captains chairs and dual sunroofs.

[edit] External links

• ToyotaVanPeople.com
• The Toyota Van Community Site - ToyotaVans.org

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