Toyota Motor Corporation is Japan's largest automobile manufacturing company, headquartered in Aichi, Japan. As of March 1, 2014, Toyota employed 339,000 employees at facilities located in the USA, Malaysia, China, Australia and other countries. Based on the results of the 2014 financial year, the company ranked 12th in terms of turnover among the 100 largest corporations in the World.
Car design
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When starting to assemble a car, it is recommended to take the basis of any other functioning car, preferably a budget one, which you won’t mind damaging during experiments. Parts that have become unusable can be replaced with new ones or, if you have professional skills, you can make them yourself if the future model is positioned as exclusive.
Assembly begins with the body, for which fiberglass, which is highly elastic, is most often used. Previously used plywood and tin sheets did not allow for the same efficiency and originality as fiberglass materials. The only nuance is the need for a rough frame, to the surface of which foam sheets can be attached.
Foam plastic is convenient because it is easy to give it the desired shapes and bends, adjust the dimensions, and also cut holes. Having achieved the desired parameters, fiberglass is fixed to the foam panels, which must be covered with putty and cleaned. Foam can be replaced with any other plastic material suitable for making a frame.
Among the disadvantages of this material, the likelihood of deformation during operation under the influence of high temperatures should be noted. To avoid this and keep the structure in its original shape for as long as possible, it is reinforced from the inside with pipes, after which all excess fiberglass elements are removed.
After choosing a suitable chassis, you should mark out the interior of the cabin and arrange the seats. The car frame must be made as reliable as possible so that it can withstand all the elements attached to it. In addition, the more accurate the frame dimensions are, the faster and better all the parts will fit together.
To correctly install the power unit, chassis, as well as to carry out electrical wiring and make the device fully operational, you will need a good knowledge of the internal structure of the car or the involvement of specialized specialists.
Exterior and interior
The appearance of the Toyota Corolla Fielder station wagon is distinguished by its smooth body shape and elongated headlights. The difference between the exterior of the hybrid and gasoline versions is only in the design of the radiator grille and the modified manufacturer's logo.
The station wagon's interior, as in previous versions, is spacious: its length is 1945 mm, width is 1430 mm, and height is 1200 mm. According to the developers, this space is enough to comfortably accommodate 4 passengers during a long trip.
The interior of the 2013 Fielder Hybrid features dark colors and a functional design. In the more expensive version, the front panel has a blue decor, a different material is used for the seat upholstery, and the design of the dashboard and door trim also differs from the standard version.
The photo shows the instrument panel, which is essentially a multifunctional screen. It displays various indicators of the vehicle's performance, including the direction of energy flow and fuel consumption indicator. On the center console there is a mandatory element of all hybrid cars - the drive mode switch.
The interior and trunk space of the hybrid version of the Toyota Corolla Fielder do not differ from those of the gasoline modifications, despite the fact that a storage element—a nickel-hydrogen battery—is located under the rear row seats. The trunk volume is 407 liters, and with the rear seats folded down it is 874 liters. The trunk has a small compartment under the bottom lining that can be used to store small items: spare wheel, tool kit, etc.
Exterior of Toyota Fielder hybrid
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The appearance of the Toyota Fielder Hybrid is ambiguous. Much of the exterior is carried over from the Corolla Axio sedan. At the front there is a large air intake covered with a grille. Complexly shaped headlights extend onto the line of the body. At the bottom of the wheel arches, in the recess, the foglights are located.
Fielder's profile doesn't particularly stand out. The wheel arches have the usual lip, and the familiar Hybrid lettering is placed near the front door on the left side.
Front view of Toyota Fielder hybrid
At the rear we are greeted by a neat tailgate. The headlights from the body neatly fit onto it. A spoiler with “fake optics” is installed on top. These are just reflectors without LEDs inside.
Toyota Fielder hybrid side view
Appearance
By tradition, the appearance of the station wagon is exactly the same as that of the base sedan, which is called Toyota Corolla Axio.
Toyota Corolla Fielder third generation Toyota Corolla Axio
From the front, the car has a calm appearance. It echoes the appearance of the European counterpart of the Corolla, the Auris, but is not identical to it. The main part of the front end is a huge air intake, made in the style of the currently produced Camry. Which undoubtedly adds solidity to the car. In a word, from the front the car looks both old-fashioned and luxurious. But a new generation has already come out, designed in the new corporate style of the Japanese company, where the front part is more modern and, I would say, youthful.
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In the lateral projection, everything is just as calm. Frankly speaking, there is nothing to catch the eye. Everything is in its place, everything is convenient and functional, but it’s all frankly boring.
Side view of the third generation Fielder
From the rear, few station wagons have an interesting appearance and Fielder is no exception. Large fifth door, separate side lights, low trunk loading height. Everything is convenient and functional, but nothing more. There is not a single detail that the eye can catch on. By the way, the optics on the trunk lid are fake, these are ordinary reflectors without bulbs inside.
Rear view of the third generation Toyota Corolla Fielder
Summarizing the impressions of the appearance of the Japanese station wagon, it must be said that replacing it with the next generation is not only overdue, but overdue. The design of the third generation Fielder is frankly boring, but at the same time functional.
To conclude the description of the appearance, let’s talk about the trunk volume of the Toyota Fielder. And despite the fact that the Japanese station wagon is a small car, it has a decent volume and is 452 liters with the backrests of the second row of seats raised. Naturally, if the seats are folded out, the volume will be much greater.
Where European cars have a spare tire, the Fielder has a large compartment for small items. The car does not have a spare wheel at all, neither a spare wheel nor, especially, a full-size one. Instead, in its place there is a compressor for inflating the wheels with a bottle of special sealant. I think this decision is controversial for our country.
The car has a very interesting system for lowering the backrests of the second row seats. To do this, handles similar to door handles are located on the trim in the trunk. If you pull the bottom, the backrests will lower themselves; a spring drive is installed there. There is no need to carry out any additional actions, such as removing the headrests.
How to determine the battery charge level
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To measure the state of charge of a battery, there are several methods that indicate the condition of the battery. Let's look at it in detail.
Measuring the voltage at the terminals without load
For a 12-volt acid battery there is data that indicates the degree of discharge and other characteristics. So, below is a table of the state of charge of a 12-volt battery at an ambient temperature of 25°C:
| Voltage, V | 12,65 | 12,35 | 12,10 | 11,95 | <11,7 |
| Freezing temperature, °C | -58 | -40 | -28 | -15 | -10 |
| Charge degree, % | -58 | -40 | -28 | -15 | -10 |
In this case, the voltage at the terminals must be measured when the battery is at rest and no earlier than 6 hours from the last time it was used on the machine.
Measuring electrolyte density
A lead-acid battery contains an electrolyte that has a variable density. If you have a hydrometer, you have the opportunity to determine the density in each jar, and in accordance with the data in the table below, determine the degree of charge of your battery:
| Electrolyte density, g/cm³ | 1,27 | 1,23 | 1,19 | 1,16 |
| Freezing temperature, °C | -58 | -40 | -28 | -15 |
| Charge level, % | 100 | 75 | 50 | 25 |
Density measurement is carried out no earlier than one hour from the last moment of battery operation, only in a state of rest, always with it disconnected from the vehicle’s electrical circuit.
Using a load fork
The simplest way to determine the state of charge is using a load plug, and the battery does not have to be disconnected from the power supply and removed from the vehicle.
The load plug is a device with a voltmeter and terminals connected in parallel. The plug is connected to the battery terminals and readings are taken after 5-7 seconds. Using the table below, you will find out the charge level of your battery based on the load plug data:
| Voltage at battery terminals, V | 10,5 | 9,9 | 9,3 | 8,7 | <8,2 |
| Charge degree, % | 100 | 75 | 50 | 25 |
Voltage under load of vehicle electrical equipment
If you don’t have a load plug at hand, you can easily load the battery by turning on the headlights and heater. At the same time, using a voltmeter or multimeter you will get accurate data that will indicate the performance of the battery and generator.
If the car is equipped with a voltmeter (cars GAZ-3110, VAZ 2106,2107, ZAZ-1102 and others), then when starting the engine you can determine the degree of charge by observing the voltmeter needle. In this case, the starter operation should not drop the voltage below 9.5V.
According to the built-in hydrometric indicator
Most modern batteries are equipped with a hydrometric indicator, which is a peephole with a color indicator. When the charge is 60% or more, the eye will show green, which is enough to reliably start the internal combustion engine. If the indicator is colorless or white, this means that the electrolyte level is insufficient and requires topping up.
Generations of Toyota Fielder by year
Corolla Fielder E120 2 restyling
In the Toyota line, the Corolla Fielder model is a descendant of the Wagon series station wagons, which is similar to its predecessor, but has received a fresh exterior without unnecessary irregularities.
The growing demands of the Japanese car market led to the development of the 1st generation Toyota Corolla Fielder E120 2000 - 2006. This car attracted consumers with its functionality, good visibility, spacious luggage compartment, fairly large fuel tank (50 l), maximum level of comfort for the driver and passengers. In 2002, the automaker made adjustments to the suspension system (the first restyling). In 2004, the 2nd restyling of the 1st generation Corolla Fielder was carried out. New equipment devices have appeared, and the design of the front and rear has also changed.
Corolla Fielder E140 restyling
The 2nd generation of Toyota Corolla Fielder (E140) falls on the period 2006-2010. The manufacturer took a constructive approach to the new changes:
- airbags on the sides;
- closed rotation display;
- air conditioner filter that accepts pollen from plants and trees;
- automatic headlight dimmer;
- variable transmission (CVT).
In 2008-2012 the second generation Fielder has undergone an update. In 2008, the design of the front of the car (bumper, radiator grille) and headlights was changed. The sporty Fielder Z AERO TOURER also underwent external changes.
In the spring of 2012, a presentation of the 3rd generation Corolla Fielder (E160) was organized in Japan. Developers and engineers returned the car to the class of small cars. Over the course of four years, Fielder was completely redesigned: dimensions were reduced while maintaining a spacious interior. The car could accommodate 4 passengers and could make long trips. In addition, the Japanese introduced a new version of the station wagon - a hybrid.
Corolla Fielder E160 - 3rd generation
Restyling of the third generation Toyota Corolla Fielder (E160) was carried out in 2015 and this car was produced until 2021. There has been a new design of the front end, including a change in the radiator grille, bumper with daytime running lights instead of the usual fog lights.
In 2021, the 2nd restyling of the 3rd generation Fielder includes minor changes in the external design of the car.
Characteristics of the first generation Corolla Fielder E120 2000 - 2006
When creating the first generation of Corolla Fielder, the designers did not forget about spaciousness, as well as a comfortable and pleasant ride.
First Corolla Fielder E120
General technical parameters of Toyota Corolla Fielder:
- five-door station wagon;
- right hand drive;
- 1.5 and 1.8 liter petrol engine and 2.2 liter diesel engine;
- front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive;
- automatic, manual;
- tank volume – 50 l, AI-95
Salon Fielder E120
Corolla Fielder cars from 2000-2004 have different front optics and a false radiator grille. In 2002, the first restyling of this generation consisted of improving the suspension parameters. The following changes concerned the exterior of the car.
Motors
Compared to sedans, the Fielder station wagon in a simple configuration has a 1.5-liter 1NZ-FE engine with a capacity of 110 horses. In 2001, the Toyota Corolla Fielder received a 1.8 liter 1ZZ-FE 136 hp engine.
Corolla Fielder E120
The first generation Toyota Corolla Fielder had three transmissions available. All engines had a four-speed automatic transmission, and a five-speed manual was paired with 1.5 and 1.8 liter engines, 136 hp. For cars 1.8 l 190 hp. An automatic transmission4 and a six-speed manual transmission were installed.
The sports model Fielder Z AERO TOURER was equipped with a 1.8 liter 2ZZ-GE 190 hp engine. The VVT-i system was added to the car, which made it possible to greatly increase power without increasing the cylinder displacement.
All-wheel drive was available with 1.5 and 1.8 liter petrol engines without a turbine and only with automatic transmissions. Front - all other models had a 2.2 liter 3C-E diesel engine with 79 hp.
In 2004, Toyota restyled the Corolla Fielder. The range of engines has not changed: 1.5 and 1.8-liter gasoline engines with a power of 110 and 136 hp. and a 2.2-liter diesel engine with 79 horsepower.
Body
In 2002-2003 The Toyota automobile concern continued to produce the first generation of the Corolla Fielder station wagon. The models received new performance characteristics.
Corolla Fielder E120
Technical parameters of the body 2002-2003:
- dimensions: length - max 4410 mm, width - 1695 mm, height -1475-1520 mm;
- ground clearance (clearance): 160 mm;
- wheelbase: 2600 mm;
- trunk volume: 0.5 cu. m.
- fuel tank volume: 50 l
During this period, developers paid more attention to the interior of the cabin than to the exterior of the car. Fans of the Toyota Corolla Fielder were attracted by its efficiency (low fuel consumption), dynamics, and reliability.
Technical characteristics of Flider and its modifications
Understanding this issue is quite difficult. The fact is that the car is produced (think about it) in 40 (forty) modifications, each of which is equipped and presented with a certain set of options. If we talk about the latest generation of Toyota, we note the power units:
- Gasoline unit with a volume of 1.5 liters 1.5 1NZ-FE.
- Petrol engine 1.8 liter 2ZR-FAE.
- Diesel version of the 2.2 liter power unit.
Interestingly, the cylinder blocks in the car are cast from an aluminum alloy, and the cylinders have cast iron liners. The car is very economical and consumes up to 8 liters of fuel within the city; on the highway, fuel consumption is 7 liters per 100 km.
Toyota Corolla Fielder is equipped with manual transmission and automatic transmission. The latest models received the Super CVT-i variator, which the Japanese plan to install on cars with front-wheel drive and on cars with all-wheel drive. The car has a residually comfortable ground clearance of 160mm. On the road the car is very easy to drive. The car behaves confidently at any speed. When the speed increases above 80 km/h, the electric power steering is automatically switched off. This suggests that the car's suspension and control mechanism are tuned with Japanese precision. The car's ground clearance is 160 mm, which is a very good indicator for the “C” class.
Parameters of the 2nd generation Corolla Fielder E140 2006-2012
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The 2008 Corolla Fielder is Toyota's second generation model. A five-door station wagon with a petrol or diesel engine performs well in the city, on the highway and is suitable for off-road driving.
Corolla Fielder E140 restyling
The main advantage of the Corolla Fielder model is its safety. The presence of an ABS system, airbags, curtains, and belts reduce the risk of damage to passengers in the event of an accident. The undoubted advantages of the Corolla Fielder: low fuel consumption, spacious trunk, smooth ride, reliable braking system, high seating position - the main reasons for purchasing the model.
But there are also weaknesses of the Corolla Fielder 2008. The car has a right-hand drive control system, which does not suit many European and Russian drivers. There is also an overly soft suspension and wide front struts, which impair visibility while driving.
Engines
For 2010, Toyota continues to improve the Corolla Fielder. The transmission elements, engine settings for the 1.5-liter car version, and the electric generator have been improved. Which together influenced the reduction in fuel consumption (5.4 liters per 100 km).
Salon Corolla Fielder E140
After restyling in 2008, changes affected the design of the Toyota Corolla Fielder radiator grille, front and rear bumpers, and headlights. The 1.8 liter 2ZR-FE/FAE engine acquired several power options of 125, 133, 136 and 144 horsepower.
Corolla Fielder 2008-2010 release took into account the shortcomings of its predecessors and made significant upgrades to the interior, exterior of the car and operational characteristics. On the technical side, an important difference between the second generation Corolla Fielder and the first was that the 4-automatic transmission was replaced by a continuously variable transmission.
Corolla Fielder E160 2 restyling
The base model was a car with an engine capacity of 1.5 liters 1NZ-FE with a power of 105 hp. Next came the 1.8-liter version 2ZR-FE with 125 hp.
Dimensions and volumes
The Toyota Corolla Fielder generation, released in 2008, was suitable in size and technical characteristics for motorists for daily driving and travel.
Machine dimensions:
- length: 4.42 m, width: 1.69 m, height: 1.5 m;
- ground clearance or ground clearance: 0.155 m;
- wheelbase: 2.6 m;
- trunk volume: 0.5 cu. m;
- Fuel tank capacity: 50 l.
The main advantage of this model is the large luggage compartment, which is the reason for purchasing it as a family car or work transport.
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Technical characteristics of Toyota Fielder hybrid
The developers were able to adjust the characteristics of the car to the hybrid version. The dimensions of the car have not changed.
The main technical data are presented in the table.
| Body dimensions (length/width/height) | 4.4 m/ 1.695 m/ 1.475 m |
| Clearance | 155 mm |
| Tires | 185/60R15 |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm |
| Turning radius | 4.9 m |
| Track width (front/rear) | 1470 mm/ 1460 mm |
| Total weight | 1,445 t |
| Fuel tank volume | 36 l |
| Brakes (front/rear) | ventilated disc/drum |
| CO2 emissions | 67 g/km |
Gas engine
Under the hood of the Fielder Hybrid is a four-cylinder DOHC gasoline engine 1NZ-FXE. Volume – 1.5 liters. Maximum power reaches 74 hp. at 4800 rpm. Torque is 111 Nm.
The unit is equipped with electronic direct fuel injection. The stop/start system is responsible for the timely start or inclusion of the electric motor.
Electric motor
A 1LM synchronous AC electric motor is also paired with the gasoline engine. Power is 45 kW at 169 Nm. It is also located under the hood.
The car starts on an electric motor. You can use it as the main traction motor, but it won't last long. The “electric vehicle” mode is limited to 60 km/h, after which the internal combustion engine will automatically connect.
Battery and mileage
The car is equipped with a nickel-metal hydride battery, which contains 20 cells (6.5 Ah each). It can withstand up to 1500 full charge/discharge cycles. The function of the VBB is to power the electric motor and accumulate charge during regenerative braking.
When fully charged and following the speed limit, the car can travel no more than 1.5 km on an electric charge. The cost of replacing the VVB will be about 60,000 rubles.
The standard 12-Volt battery for powering the on-board system has a capacity of 40 Ah. The maximum starting current is 350 A. Both batteries are located behind the rear row of seats.
Fuel consumption per 100 km and dynamics
Toyota Fielder Hybrid has average dynamics. Acceleration to hundreds occurs in 11 seconds. Maximum speed – 180 km/h.
In the city, the station wagon consumes 3.9 liters of gasoline, and on the highway the consumption decreases and amounts to 3.3 liters of fuel. In the combined cycle, 2.9 liters of fuel are consumed.
To reduce fuel consumption, the following recommendations are suitable:
- Avoid sudden acceleration of the car, start driving smoothly and confidently.
- Rapid changes in speed increase fuel consumption by 20%, so it is better to choose a quiet driving mode.
- Turn off the engine when parked for more than 1 minute, as idling increases fuel consumption than when starting and driving.
- Selecting a distance when driving in heavy traffic. A sharp decrease in speed and then an increase leads to additional fuel costs.
- Choice of convenient parking. Reverse maneuvers require additional gasoline consumption.
- Slow down the vehicle using the power unit. Such braking will allow you to gradually reduce the used engine power with a decrease in fuel consumption.
Interior
The first thing that comes to mind when you see the interior of a Toyota Fielder is a lot of space. Indeed, the overall dimensions of the cabin are respectable: length - 1910 mm; width - 1430 mm; height - 1230 mm. The station wagon can easily accommodate five adult passengers. The developers also paid attention to the comfort of getting in and out of the car - the seat height for the front seats is 55.0 cm, and for the rear seats - 56.0 cm.
The upholstery is made of high-quality and durable materials, inexpensive, but pleasant to the touch. Fielder's seats are covered with hard elastic material, which prevents passengers from “sinking through” and increases the service life of the upholstery. The rear row seats can be folded, which allows you to transport large items in the trunk, and this space can also be used as a comfortable sleeping place if you need to spend the night outdoors.
The interior color scheme and dashboard design of the 2005 models have been updated. The changes were only external; they did not affect comfort and ergonomics. The layout of the instruments remains convenient and intuitive, which allows you to quickly get used to the car. Expensive configurations were additionally equipped with a liquid crystal display, which received all the necessary information about the operation of the main components and systems of the car.
