Toyota Premio
| Toyota Premio-Allion | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Toyota |
| Also called | Toyota Allion |
| Production | 2001–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
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| First generation (T240) | |
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2001–2004 Toyota Allion
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| Overview | |
| Production | 2001–2007 |
| Assembly | Japan |
| Designer | Hiroshi Okamoto (Allion) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Layout | |
| Related | Toyota Caldina (T240) |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm (106.3 in) |
| Length | 4,565 mm (179.7 in) |
| Width | 1,695 mm (66.7 in) |
| Height | 1,470 mm (57.9 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,170 kg (2,580 lb) |
| Second generation (T260) | |
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2007–2010 Toyota Allion
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| Overview | |
| Production | 2007–present |
| Assembly | Japan: Toyota, Aichi (Tsutsumi plant) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Layout | |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Transmission | CVT automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm (108.3 in) |
| Length | 4,565 mm (179.7 in) |
| Width | 1,695 mm (66.7 in) |
| Height | 1,475 mm (58.1 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,440 kg (3,170 lb) |
The Toyota Allion and similar Toyota Premio are sedans sold in Japan since 2001 by Toyota. The sedans are as designated as mid-size by Japanese regulations concerning exterior dimensions and engine displacement. The Allion is exclusive to Japanese Toyota dealerships Toyota Store, while the Premio is exclusive to Toyopet Store locations. Both cars are related to the Toyota Avensis, which is exclusive to Toyota Netz locations.
Both the Premio and the Allion were introduced at the same time. The Premio is an upscale, and more luxurious sedan in comparison to the Allion, which has a more youthful, and sporting nature. Wood trim and silver accents gives the Premio an elegant look and it is considered to be a sporty or executive type car. Appearance modification options made for the Allion are not made or marketed for the Premio.
The name "Allion" is created based on the phrase "all-in-one".
In terms of class, the Allion and Premio are designed to serve as an alternative to the Toyota Camry, which is exclusive to the Toyota Corolla Store locations.
The first generation Allion and Premio were launched on 25 December 2001. The Allion replaced the Toyota Carina, a model that first appeared in 1970. The Premio is the successor of the Toyota Corona and the Corona Premio.
The Allion has an emphasis towards younger buyers in comparison to the Premio sedan, which has a more elegant approach. The Premio and the Allion share the same engines and interior. The Allion can be customized with front spoilers and rear mounted trunk wings, as well as ground effect body parts to enhance the vehicles appearance specially designed and sold by Toyota. The Allion also features rear tilting seats (similar to front seats). The Allion continues the Toyota tradition by being made for taxi usage, driving school and law enforcement versions.
On 20 December 2004, the Allion received a modest restyle with the introduction of LED taillights. The Premio also received an update at the same time.
Both cars were offered with three engine sizes; 1.5-, 1.8- and 2.0-liter. The 2.0-liter model received a CVT automatic; the smaller engines were each fitted with four-speed automatic transmission.
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