Toyota Previa#XR50

{{Infobox automobile

| name = First generation

| image = 1996-2000 Toyota Tarago (TCR10R) GLi van 02.jpg

| caption = 1996–2000 Toyota Tarago GLi (TCR10R, Australia)

| model_code = {{flatlist|

• XR10
• XR20

}}

| aka = {{unbulleted list

| Toyota Estima (Japan)

| Toyota Tarago (Australia)

| Jinhui Previa (China)

| Beijing Zhonglian Previa (China)

| Hongxing HX6482 (China)

}}

| production = January 1990{{cite web |url=http://www.toyota-global.com/company/history_of_toyota/75years/data/automotive_business/production/production/japan/general_status/toyota_auto_body.html |title=Affiliates (Toyota wholly-owned subsidiaries)-Toyota Auto Body Co., Ltd. |publisher=Toyota Motor Corporation |year=2012 |access-date=2015-12-03}} – December 1999

| model_years = 1991–1997 (North America)

| assembly = {{unbulleted list

| Japan: Kariya, Aichi (Fujimatsu plant)

| China: Zhuhai, Guangdong (CKD)

}}

| designer = Tokuo Fukuichi; David Doyle (1987)

| layout = {{unbulleted list

| Front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout

| Front mid-engine, four-wheel-drive layout (All-Trac)

}}

| engine = {{ubl

| Petrol:

| 2.4 L 2TZ-FE I4

| 2.4 L 2TZ-FZE supercharged I4

| Diesel:

| 2.2 L 3C-T/3C-TE turbo I4

}}

| transmission = {{unbulleted list

| 5-speed manual G57 (AWD), G59 (RWD)

| 4-speed automatic A46DF (AWD), A46DE (RWD)

| 4-speed automatic A340F (S/C AWD), A340E (S/C RWD)

}}

| wheelbase = {{convert|112.8|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}

| length = {{unbulleted list

| 1991–92, 1995–97: {{convert|187.0|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}

| 1993–94: {{convert|187.4|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}{{cn|reason=References needed for 1998 and 1999 for Estima and Previa every else than the USA|date=April 2023}}

}}

| width = {{convert|1800|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| height = {{unbulleted list

| 1991–94 RWD: {{convert|68.7|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}

| 1995–97 RWD: {{convert|70.1|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}

| 1991–94 AWD: {{convert|69.1|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}

| 1995–97 AWD: {{convert|70.5|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}

}}

| weight = {{convert|3755|lb|abbr=on|0|order=flip}}

}}

{{Multiple image | align = left | direction = vertical | width = 220

| image1 = Toyota Estima 4WD 001.JPG

| caption1 = 1990–1994 Toyota Estima (Japan)

| image2 = Toyota estima tcr10w vlimited 1 f (cropped).jpg

| caption2 = 1998–1999 Toyota Estima V Limited (TCR10W; facelift, Japan)

}}

The first generation, designed by Toyota designer Tokuo Fukuichi and Calty designer David Doyle in 1987 (patent filed 24 December 1987),{{cite patent |country=US |status=Patent |number=D305624S |invent1=David P. Doyle |invent2=Tokuo Fukuichi |title=Automobile |fdate=December 24, 1987 |pubdate=January 23, 1990 |assign1=Toyota Motor Corporation |assign2=Calty Design Research Inc. |url=https://patents.google.com/patent/USD305624S}} was introduced on 27 January 1990, and had only one sliding side door for the rear passengers. It featured a mid-engined platform, where the inline-four cylinder gasoline-powered engine was installed almost flat beneath the front seats, canted at a 75-degree angle from vertical to the right, viewed from the rear of the vehicle. This allowed the designers to maximize interior space for a given exterior size.{{cite magazine |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=b8XOcmTKzuEC&pg=PA36 |title=Automotive Newsfront: Single-box van |first=Don |last=Sherman |date=March 1990 |magazine=Popular Science |pages=3436 |access-date=24 January 2025}}

The vehicle was sold in Japan as the Toyota Estima, taken from the word "estimable."{{cite web |url=https://www.toyota-global.com/company/history_of_toyota/75years/vehicle_lineage/car/id60000446/ |title=Estima 1st Generation Mini Van / Cab Wagon |website=Toyota Global |access-date=24 January 2025}} In the United States and United Kingdom, it was marketed as the Previa, which is derived from the Italian previdenza, meaning providence or foresight.

The first generation Previa is {{convert|4750|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} long, {{convert|1800|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} wide, and {{cvt|69.9|in|mm|order=flip}} high (with the dual moonroof option), riding on a wheelbase of {{cvt|112.8|in|mm|order=flip}}. It was available in both rear- and all-wheel drive versions (branded All-Trac) and powered by a {{cvt|135|PS|kW|0}} JIS inline four-cylinder 2.4-liter fuel-injected mid-mounted engine. All-wheel drive models use a viscous-coupled center differential which normally splits torque 50/50 from front to rear. Available with a four-speed automatic or five-speed manual gearbox, this Previa also seated seven or eight people, with three seating configurations offered; however, North America only received two configurations, both seating seven passengers. All first-generation Previa / Estima vans were assembled at the Toyota Auto Body Fujimatsu plant in Kariya, Aichi.

The Previa was available with either four-wheel disc brakes or traditional front disc/rear drum brake setup, with anti-lock brakes (ABS) as an option.{{cite web |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=5eMDAAAAMBAJ&pg=RA1-PA65 |title=Preview: Toyota Previa |first=Tony |last=Swan |date=February 1990 |magazine=Popular Mechanics |page=65 |access-date=24 January 2025}} Some rear-drive models use independent suspension at all four wheels, with Macpherson struts at the front and double-wishbones in the rear; most models are equipped with a rear suspension which uses a beam axle located by a four-link arrangement with Panhard rod.{{cite web |url=https://xr793.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1991-Toyota-Previa-R.pdf |title='91 Previa (brochure) |date=1990 |publisher=Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. |access-date=24 January 2025}}{{cite magazine |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=0uQDAAAAMBAJ&pg=PA24 |title=Comparison Test: Vans for All Seasons |first=Rich |last=Taylor |date=September 1990 |magazine=Popular Mechanics |pages=24–27 |access-date=24 January 2025}} A lower-cost eight-passenger model, introduced in February 1993, uses the AWD rear suspension.

The Previa / Estima was equipped with a 2.4 L 2TZ-FE I4 engine with a nominal output of {{cvt|99|kW|hp PS}} at 5000 rpm and {{cvt|206|Nm|lbft|0}} at 4000 rpm.{{cite press release |url=https://global.toyota/en/detail/7866006 |title=Toyota Estima goes on sale |date=May 30, 1990 |publisher=Toyota Motor Corporation |access-date=24 January 2025}} Base models were equipped with a five-speed manual transmission, a four-speed automatic transmission was available as an option; higher trim levels came with the automatic as standard.{{cite magazine |url=https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a41042880/from-the-archive-toyota-previa-le-road-test/ |title=Tested: 1991 Toyota Previa LE |first=John |last=Phillips |date=September 1990 |magazine=Car and Driver |access-date=24 January 2025}} For the 1994 model year, the 2.4 L 2TZ-FZE supercharged engine was made available. The supercharger was mounted in the front of the vehicle, driven by a belt off the SADS accessory driveshaft, and engine output increased to {{cvt|161|hp|kW hp PS|disp=out}} at 5000 rpm and {{cvt|201|lbft|order=flip}} at 3600 rpm. In the United States, the five-speed manual transmission was discontinued starting with the 1994 model year.

In Japan, the Estima Lucida and Estima Emina also were available with the 3C-T intercooled turbodiesel I4 engine.{{cite press release |url=https://global.toyota/en/newsroom/toyota/22745314.html |title=Toyota Introduces Two New Minivans |date=January 13, 1992 |publisher=Toyota Motor Corporation |access-date=24 January 2025}}

With either engine, all of the engine-driven accessories, such as the alternator, power steering pump, air conditioning compressor and radiator fan, are accessible from the front hood and are driven by an accessory driveshaft extending forward from the front of the engine, which was named "Supplemental Accessory Drive System" (SADS). A two-liter oil reservoir is also located underneath the hood. Placing these items in front allowed the designers to achieve a nearly-equal front/rear weight distribution, which benefits ride quality and handling. However, it also prevented the installation of a larger engine, and meant that the design and development costs could not be mitigated by sharing the platform with other vehicles. The mid-engine configuration requires the removal of the front right seat, the carpet and an access panel to provide access to the spark plugs.

Fuel efficiency with the naturally aspirated 2TZ-FE engine is below average at {{cvt|18–20|mpgUS|L/100km}} for estimated combined city/highway driving;{{Fuel Economy Guide |year=1992}} the small four-cylinder engine needs to work a bit harder owing to the power to weight ratio of the vehicle, compared to contemporary 6-cylinder engines. In instrumented testing, a rear-drive Previa with the naturally-aspirated engine recorded {{cvt|20|mpgUS|L/100km}} overall. With all-wheel drive and the automatic, observed fuel consumption increased to {{cvt|17|mpgUS|L/100km}}.{{cite magazine |url=https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/comparison-test/a35218197/tested-five-1992-4wd-minivans-vs-alaska/ |title=Tested: Five 1992 4WD Minivans vs. Alaska's Dalton Highway |date=March 1992 |first=John |last=Phillips |magazine=Car and Driver |access-date=24 January 2025}}

The supercharged 2TZ-FZE engine is different from the normally aspirated engine, owing to a slight decrease in compression ratio and stronger engine internals. The supercharger is sourced from Aisin and engaged on-demand by an electromagnetic clutch, based on input from the engine control unit.{{cite web |url=https://www.motortrend.com/news/toyota-previa-history-sienna-photos-info/ |title=Think the 2021 Sienna Is Toyota's Wildest Minivan Yet? Remember the Previa? |first=Alex |last=Kierstein |date=May 18, 2020 |work=Motor Trend |access-date=24 January 2025}} The supercharged engine has improved power and gives slightly better fuel consumption, estimated at {{cvt|19|mpgUS|L/100km}} on the combined city/highway cycle.{{Fuel Economy Guide |year=1995}}

All configurations have a driver and front passenger seat forward, and a three-seat bench seat at the rear that splits and folds flat against the sides of the cabin.{{cite magazine |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=lgEAAAAAMBAJ&pg=PA76 |title=The Wedge vs. The Box |first=Dan |last=McCosh |date=August 1990 |magazine=Popular Science |pages=76–81 |access-date=24 January 2025}} The eight-seat configuration contains a 2/1 split swiveling bench seat in the middle row, while the seven-seat configurations contain either two independently swiveling captain's chairs (referred to as "Quad Seating"), in the middle row{{cite web |url=https://www.toyota.co.jp/jpn/company/history/75years/vehicle_lineage/catalog/60000446/html5.html |title=Toyota Estima brochure |lang=ja |date=1990 |publisher=Toyota Motor Corporation |access-date=24 January 2025}}{{rp|16–17}} or a two-seat bench offset towards the driver's side. The third row is better upholstered in the seven-seat version.

The center console is pushed backwards towards the front seat passengers, with contemporary press coverage calling it "pregnant". The stereo was singled out for praise during a long-term test review conducted by Popular Mechanics.{{cite magazine |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=uuMDAAAAMBAJ&pg=PA135 |title=Long-term test cars: Toyota Previa LE |first=Mike |last=Allen |magazine=Popular Mechanics |page=135 |access-date=24 January 2025}}

• The Previa gives a practically panoramic view, excluding the pillars behind the front doors. This has the side effect of effectively turning the van into a greenhouse, causing it to accumulate heat in a short period of time. Solar control glass later became an option to help alleviate the problem.

An option for dual moonroofs was provided. This included a power horizontal-sliding glass moonroof above the middle row of passengers, measuring {{cvt|32|*|40|in}}, and a pop-up glass moonroof above the front seats. The overall height of Previas equipped with moonroofs is increased by {{cvt|30|mm}} so the interior headroom is not reduced.

Previas are affectionately called "eggvans", "eggs" or "beans", because of their shape. In Australia, they have been referred to as "Wombats", because they somewhat resemble the marsupial of the same name. In New Zealand, they are very popular with freedom campers and are referred to as "Bucky" buses.

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The Previa was the first minivan to meet all US safety standards for passenger cars for the 1992 model year, which included fitment of a driver's-side airbag, under-dash knee bolsters, and a center high-mounted stop light.{{cite book |url=https://archive.org/details/automobilebook9300publ/page/242/mode/2up |title=Automobile book: all new 1993 edition |date=1992 |pages=243–244 |publisher=Publications International, Ltd. |isbn=0-451-82239-0 |url-access=registration}}

When the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tested a 1996 model Previa in the moderate overlap front crash test, it revealed many safety issues: the cabin structure was unstable, the steering wheel moved upward all the way to the windshield causing violent head movement, the lap belt tore which allowed the dummy to end up in a partially reclining position, and there were high forces on both of the lower legs. It was given a "Poor" rating as a result.{{cite web |url=http://www.iihs.org/ratings/rating.aspx?id=64 |title=IIHS-HLDI: Toyota Previa |publisher=Iihs.org |date=2005-09-02 |access-date=2010-10-30}}

In some countries (mainly Australia, Japan and the United Kingdom), unsold Estimas and Lucidas were re-badged as 1995/1996 Previas.

In Japan, two smaller versions, the Toyota Estima Lucida and Toyota Estima Emina, were produced from January 1992, each of which were approximately {{convert|110|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} narrower and {{convert|70|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} shorter than the standard model. The original design continued to be sold in Japan, but became known as the "wide-body" Estima.

The reason that the smaller Emina and Lucida models were developed is the vehicle tax system in Japan, which is based on the product of the length and width of the car; the smaller variants fall into a lower tax band. The Estima Emina and Estima Lucida were also available with a 2.2-liter diesel engine (3C-T and 3C-TE).{{cite web |url=http://www.rightdrive.ca/cars/view/100 |title=1990–2000 Toyota Estima |work=Right Drive |location=Canada |access-date=2013-11-03 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120619023616/http://rightdrive.ca/cars/view/100 |archive-date=2012-06-19 }} In Japan, the Estima and Estima Emina were exclusive to the dealerships called Toyota Store. The Estima Lucida sold at Toyota Corolla Store dealerships. The two received small redesigns in 1994 and a facelift in 1996.

;Estima Emina

File:Toyota Estima Emina 001.JPG|1992–1994 Toyota Estima Emina (Japan)

File:Toyota Estima Emina 002.JPG|1992–1994 Toyota Estima Emina (Japan)

File:Toyota-Estima Emina-1st 1995-front.jpg|1994–1996 Toyota Estima Emina (Japan)

File:1996-1999 Toyota Estima Emina.jpg|1996–1999 Toyota Estima Emina (Japan)

;Estima Lucida

File:1992 Toyota Estima-Lucida 01.jpg|1992–1994 Toyota Estima Lucida (Japan)

File:1992 Toyota Estima Lucida (rear).jpg|1992–1994 Toyota Estima Lucida (Japan)

File:1995 Toyota Estima-Lucida 01.jpg|1994–1996 Toyota Estima Lucida (Japan)

File:1997 Toyota Estima Lucida 2.2 Front.jpg|1996–1999 Toyota Estima Lucida (Japan)

File:1997 Toyota Estima Lucida 2.2 Rear.jpg|1996–1999 Toyota Estima Lucida (Japan)

File:1997 Previa SC AWD.jpg

In the United States, the Previa was sold from March 1990 (for the 1991 model year) until 1997. It was imported from Japan to compete with Chrysler Corporation's successful Dodge Caravan minivan, and its twins, the Chrysler Town and Country and Plymouth Voyager. Chrysler CEO Lee Iacocca and other domestic automakers accused Toyota of dumping the Previa, selling at a price claimed to be up to 30.5% below its actual cost in the United States in order to take market share in the minivan segment from Chrysler.{{cite news |url=https://www.upi.com/Archives/1991/05/31/Automakers-charge-Japanese-with-dumping-minivans/7423675662400/ |title=Automakers charge Japanese with dumping minivans |first=Jan A. |last=Zverina |date=May 31, 1991 |work=UPI |access-date=27 January 2025}}{{cite news |url=https://www.nytimes.com/1991/10/23/business/economic-scene-end-of-the-game-for-motor-city.html |title=Economic Scene; End of the Game For Motor City? |first=Peter |last=Passell |date=October 23, 1991 |newspaper=The New York Times |access-date=27 January 2025}} While the United States Department of Commerce found the imported minivans were being sold for less than their fair value, the United States International Trade Commission determined there was no material injury to domestic manufacturers.{{cite report |url=https://www.usitc.gov/publications/701_731/pub2529.pdf |title=Minivans from Japan |date=July 1992 |publisher=United States International Trade Commission |access-date=27 January 2025}}{{rp|1}}

While the Previa proved more popular than the Toyota Van which it replaced, it did not acquire significant market share from Chrysler—due to its higher price, controversial styling (for its time), lower fuel economy and engine performance—and also due to Chrysler launching redesigned minivans around the same time.{{cite news |url=https://money.cnn.com/magazines/fortune/fortune_archive/1994/05/30/79354/index.htm |title=Iacocca's Minivan: How Chrysler succeeded in creating one of the most profitable products of the decade |first1=Alex |last1=Taylor III |first2=Joyce E. |last2=Davis |date=May 30, 1994 |work=Fortune |publisher=CNN Money |access-date=27 January 2025}}

In the United States, the first generation Previa model variations, in order of lowest to highest price/option features, are: DX, DX All-Trac, DX S/C, LE, LE All-Trac, LE S/C, LE S/C All-Trac. DX is also known as "Deluxe". S/C indicates the supercharged engine is fitted, and All-Trac means the vehicle is all-wheel drive.

The mid-engine design precluded the fitment of larger engines, which proved a problem as American drivers were used to having more power; for example, the Dodge/Plymouth/Chrysler models were sold with available V6 engines with slightly more power. Its layout did, however, give the Previa greater interior space than the Chrysler competitors, with {{cvt|157.8|cuft}} of cargo capacity, compared to {{cvt|115.9–139.4|cuft}} for the short and long-wheelbase Chrysler minivans.{{rp|A-8 (Table 1)}}

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Specific model year changes include:

• MY 1991–1993: North American Previas with the five-speed manual were made from 1990 through to 1993 (model year 1991 to 1993); the manual was discontinued for the 1994 model year, which also is when the supercharged engine was introduced, so no factory-built Previas are equipped with both a manual transmission and supercharged engine.{{cite news |author=Matras, John |title=Supercharging to the rescue |work=Popular Science |date=April 1994 |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=QriV7IuTZygC&pg=PA45}}
• MY 1992: Starting in 1991 for model year 1992, North American Previas came with a driver's side airbag and third brake-light. Dual airbags became standard in September 1993 for model year 1994, making it the first minivan to offer a passenger airbag as standard.{{cite magazine |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=4eMDAAAAMBAJ&pg=PA56 |title=Imports '94: Toyota |first=Tony |last=Swan |date=December 1993 |pages=56–57 |magazine=Popular Mechanics |access-date=24 January 2025}}
• MY 1992–1997: From 1991 to 1997 (for the 1992 to 1997 model years), the optional middle-row individual captain's chairs came with a swivel feature, allowing them to be turned to face the rear of the vehicle; earlier 1990 to 1991 production (1991 model year) also had captain's chairs as an option, but they were fixed and could not swivel.
• MY 1994: Starting with the 1994 model year, Toyota added an option for the 2TZ-FZE engine, which is equipped with a Roots-type supercharger providing {{cvt|6|psi}} of boost, and an air-to-air intercooler, bringing the engine power up to a competitive {{convert|158|hp|kW|abbr=on}} with no penalty to fuel efficiency, which remained at an estimated {{convert|19|mpgus|L/100 km|0|abbr=on}} for combined city/highway driving. Previas equipped with the supercharged engine carry an extra "S/C" badge on the tailgate. The S/C engine option was exclusive to the LE for the 1994 model year, and the option was made available for both DX and LE models for 1995.{{cite book |url=https://archive.org/details/4x4xpickupsvansb0000cons/page/168/mode/2up |title= Consumer Guide 4x4s, pickups and vans buying guide 1995 |date=1994 |publisher=Publications International, Ltd. |pages=168–170 |isbn=0-451-82297-8 |url-access=registration}}
• MY 1996: For the 1996 model year, the supercharged 2TZ-FZE became the standard engine.{{cite magazine |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=OmYEAAAAMBAJ&pg=PA61 |title=Comparison test: Target: Chrysler |first=Don |last=Chaikin |date=November 1995 |magazine=Popular Mechanics |pages=56–61;125 |access-date=24 January 2025}}

The United States version of the Previa was discontinued after the 1997 model year, replaced by the more traditionally designed, front-wheel drive, US-designed and built, Camry-based Sienna.{{cite book |url=https://archive.org/details/4x4spickupsvansb0000unse/page/150/mode/2up |title=Consumer Guide 4x4s, pickups & vans: 1997 buying guide |date=1997 |publisher=Publications International, Ltd. |isbn=978-0-451-19181-6 |pages=150–151 |url-access=registration}}

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| caption1 = Toyota Previa (UK)

| image2 = 1996 Toyota Previa 2.4 GL (11418319305).jpg

| caption2 = Toyota Previa (Europe)

}}

The first UK market Previas were sold in September 1990, with one trim level called GL with the eight-seat package, followed by the seven-seat uplevel GX (introduced in October 1993) and base GS (introduced in March 1995), retaining the GL as the mid-level model;{{cite web |url=https://www.rac.co.uk/drive/car-reviews/toyota/previa/previa-1990-2000/ |title=Toyota Previa (1990–2000) used car review |publisher=RAC |location=UK |date=2004-10-29 |access-date=2019-11-30 }} limited edition models included the Solair I (July 1995, based on GX), Motiv-8 (February 1996, based on GS), Solair II (March 1996, based on GS), and Liber-8 (January 1997, based on GS).{{cite web |url=https://mag.toyota.co.uk/history-of-the-toyota-previa/ |title=Toyota Previa history - revolutionary people carrier |first=Joe |last=Clifford |date=24 June 2014 |work=Toyota UK Magazine |access-date=24 January 2025}} No diesel engine Previas were made for the UK market.{{cite web |url=https://www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/toyota/previa-1990/ |title=Review: Toyota Previa (1990–2000) |publisher=Honest John |location=UK |access-date=2019-11-30}}

The first generation Previa was marketed in the Netherlands between 1991 and 1994. In 1994, the supercharged or SC model was made standard on all Previas. The only engine available was a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine until 1995. Trim levels were base (later renamed to i denoting an injection engine), GL, GLi and GXi. The 2.2-liter diesel version was a popular grey import.

In Australia, the van was marketed as the Tarago, offered in GL/GLi, GLS and GLX forms with 7–8 passenger seating from launch in September 1990. In addition to the Australian market, there were various special edition models available, which varied in trim levels. These include the RV (either 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic with 4WD), commemorative Rugby World Cup editions and Getaway. Feature-wise, all of the special edition models are marketed between the base GLi and GLX models. When the later-style update models were released in Australia, the top-of-the-line GLS model was renamed "Ultima" and the Getaway became a mainstay trim level, being renamed Getaway II.

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{{Infobox automobile

| name = Second generation

| image = SMART TAKSO (cropped).JPG

| caption = Pre-facelift Previa (Europe)

| model_code = {{flatlist|

• XR30
• XR40

}}

| aka = {{unbulleted list

| Toyota Estima (Japan)

| Toyota Tarago (Australia)

}}

| production = January 2000 – December 2005

| assembly = Japan: Kariya, Aichi (Fujimatsu plant); Toyota, Aichi (Motomachi plant)

| designer = Hiroshi Okamoto (1997){{cite web |url=http://design-cu.jp/sakuhin_web/a/okamoto_hiroshi/index.html |title=岡本浩志 |trans-title=Okamoto Hiroshi |language=ja |publisher=Chiba University |year=2006 |access-date=2016-06-21}}

| layout = {{unbulleted list

| Front-engine, front-wheel-drive

| Front-engine, four-wheel-drive

}}

| platform = Toyota K platform

| related = {{unbulleted list

| Toyota Alphard (AH10)

| Toyota Sienna (XL20)

}}

| engine = {{unbulleted list

| Petrol:

| 2.4 L 2AZ-FE I4

| 3.0 L 1MZ-FE V6

| Diesel:

| 2.0 L 1CD-FTV turbo I4

| Petrol hybrid:

| 2.4 L 2AZ-FXE I4

}}

| transmission = {{unbulleted list

| 5-speed manual

| 4-speed automatic

| CVT (hybrid)

}}

| wheelbase = {{convert|2900|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| length = {{convert|4750|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| width = {{convert|1790|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| height = {{convert|1770|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| weight = {{convert|1640|-|1850|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}

| battery = 1.4 kWh nickel–metal hydride

| motor = Synchronous motor (hybrid) {{unbulleted list

| 1EM {{convert|13|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} (front)

| 1FM {{convert|18|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} (rear)

}}

}}

The first generation Previa was sold outside the United States until 8 January 2000, when a newer front-wheel drive second generation replaced it. The second generation was not available in North America, as they received the Toyota Sienna. The second generation Previa had a slightly longer wheelbase (2900 mm) and was both narrower (1790 mm) and lower (1770 mm) than the first one; it switched to FF layout and was based on the Camry platform.

It was produced with sliding rear passenger doors on both sides and offered space for up to six, seven or eight passengers and, as with the first generation, was sold as the Estima in Japan and as the Tarago in Australia. The range available in Australia was the GLi, GLX and Ultima.

Models sold on the European markets were available with both gasoline and diesel-powered four-cylinder engines. The diesel engine was a 2.0-liter 1CD-FTV with {{cvt|85|kW|PS|0}} and the gasoline-powered one a 2.4-liter 2AZ-FE with {{cvt|115|kW|PS|0}}. Both models featured a five-speed manual transmission as the part of standard equipment, while a four-speed automatic was available as an option on gasoline-powered model.{{citation | title = Bilkatalogen 2002 (Swedish edition of German Auto Katalog) | language = Swedish | editor-last = Olausson | editor-first = Kenneth | publisher = Bilinfo Print AB | location = Solna, Sweden | pages = 286–287 | date = September 2001 }}

Australian models (known locally as ACR30R) were only available with the 2.4-liter petrol engine and a four-speed automatic.

In the UK, GS, GLS and CDX trim levels were available.{{citation |location = UK |title = "Passenger car price list January 2003" | publisher = Toyota (GB) | date = January 2003 }} When the facelift was introduced in June 2003, these became T2, T3 and T Spirit respectively.{{citation |location = UK |title = "Previa" (brochure) |publisher = Toyota (GB) |date = July 2003 }}

In Japan, a 3.0-liter V6 engine and a 2.4-liter hybrid version of the Estima were available.

File:Toyota Previa Dziwnów2.JPG|Pre-facelift Previa (Europe)

File:Toyota Estima L X-Limited.jpg|Pre-facelift Estima L (Japan)

File:Toyota Estima L X-Limited rear.jpg|Pre-facelift Estima L (Japan)

File:Toyota Previa Facelift front.jpg|Facelift Previa (Europe)

File:Toyota Previa Facelift rear.jpg|Facelift Previa (Europe)

File:Toyota Previa (2nd generation) Cockpit (1).JPG|Interior

The Estima Hybrid employed the Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive and used two electric motors. A 2.4-liter gasoline engine and a {{convert|17|hp|kW|order=flip|abbr=on|0}} electric motor power the front wheels, while the rear wheels are propelled by a {{convert|24|hp|kW|order=flip|abbr=on|0}} electric motor.{{cite news |last1=Thorp |first1=Chris |title=Toyota Estima Hybrid |url=http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/car-reviews/15576/toyota-estima-hybrid |work=Auto Express |date=2003-08-19 |access-date=2015-11-02}} The vehicle had been on sale in Japan since June 2001. Production of the hybrid started in May 2001 at the Motomachi plant and June 2002 at the Fujimatsu plant.{{cite web |url=http://www.toyota-global.com/company/history_of_toyota/75years/data/automotive_business/production/production/japan/general_status/motomachi.html |title=Motomachi Plant |publisher=Toyota Motor Corporation |year=2012 |access-date=2014-07-03}} It is claimed by Toyota to be the world's first hybrid minivan.{{cite news |url=http://green.autoblog.com/2006/06/13/toyota-estima-hybrid-gets-a-full-redesign/ |title=Toyota Estima Hybrid gets a full redesign |work=Autoblog Green |date=2006-06-13 |first=Alex |last=Nunez |access-date=2009-11-20}}

File:2001-2003 Toyota Estima Hybrid.jpg|2001–2003 Toyota Estima Hybrid

File:2001-2003 Toyota Estima Hybrid rear.jpg|2001–2003 Toyota Estima Hybrid

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{{Infobox automobile

| name = Third generation

| image = TOYOTA PREVIA (XR50) China (13) (cropped).jpg

| caption = Pre-facelift Toyota Previa (China)

| model_code = XR50

| aka = {{unbulleted list

| Toyota Estima (Japan)

| Toyota Tarago (Australia)

}}

| production = January 2006 – October 2019

| assembly = Japan: Kariya, Aichi (Fujimatsu plant); Toyota, Aichi (Motomachi plant){{cite press release |url=http://newsroom.toyota.co.jp/en/corporate/companyinformation/manufacturing |title=Japanese Production Sites |publisher=Toyota |location=Japan |date=2015-03-06 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150318032552/http://newsroom.toyota.co.jp/en/corporate/companyinformation/manufacturing |archive-date=2015-03-18}}

| designer = Kuniaki Toyooka{{cn|date=June 2022}}

| layout = {{unbulleted list

| Front-engine, front-wheel-drive

| Front-engine, four-wheel-drive

}}

| platform = Toyota New MC platform

| related = Toyota Alphard (AH20)

| engine = {{unbulleted list

| Petrol:

| 2.4 L 2AZ-FE I4

| 3.5 L 2GR-FE V6

| Petrol hybrid:

| 2.4 L 2AZ-FXE I4

}}

| transmission = {{unbulleted list

| 4-speed automatic (2.4, 2006–2010)

| 7-speed Super CVT-i (2.4)

| 6-speed automatic (3.5)

| e-CVT (hybrid)

}}

| wheelbase = {{convert|2950|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| length = {{unbulleted list

| {{convert|4795|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (2006–2015)

| {{convert|4820|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (2016–2019){{cite web |title=Facelifted Estima Specs (2016) |url=http://www.goo-net-exchange.com/catalog/TOYOTA__ESTIMA/#6/2016 |website=Goo-net-Exchange}}

}}

| width = {{unbulleted list

| {{convert|1800|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| {{convert|1820|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (2016–2019)

}}

| height = {{convert|1750|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| weight = {{convert|1725|-|1915|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}

}}

The third-generation model was introduced in 2006 in Japanese and Australian markets as the Estima and Tarago respectively, and as the Previa in other markets. This generation was notably absent from the European market.

Features include an available second generation Hybrid Synergy Drive drivetrain (only in the Japanese market), automatic parallel and reverse parking (only on Toyota Estima), Lane-Keep Assist (LKA) system which detects the lane markers on the road and steers the car on the right direction (for Estima only), Adaptive Front-Lighting System low beam headlamps which assists to light up the upcoming road around a bend, track-mounted second row reclining seats with footrests, and power-folding split third row seats (for seven-seater models). It received a minor facelift in 2009.{{cite web |last=Tan |first=Paul |url=https://paultan.org/2009/02/04/toyota-estima-receives-a-facelift-in-japan/ |title=Toyota Estima receives a facelift in Japan |publisher=Paultan.org |access-date=2010-10-30}} G-BOOK was added to the list of optional features. Active driver assist features such as Lane Keeping Assist and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control were offered as an option exclusively to V6 variants.

In some markets such as Hong Kong and Taiwan, Toyota announced the 3.5-liter V6 model in January 2007, but was dropped from the lineup after its major facelift in 2016.

In the Philippines, the XR50 replaced the XR40 Previa in 2009. It only comes in the 2.4L Q variant. It is powered by Toyota's 2.4L 2AZ-FE inline-four engine with VVT-i paired to a 4-speed automatic transmission.{{Cite web |last=Hermosa |first=Tito F. |date=August 17, 2011 |title=2011 Toyota Previa 2.4Q review |url=https://www.autoindustriya.com/car-reviews/2011-toyota-previa-2-4-q.html |website=autoindustriya}} It came with power sliding doors, automatic climate control, faux wood trim, 2DIN 6 CD audio system, speakers, remote keyless entry, and leather seats among other features.{{Cite web |last=Banzon |first=Sharleen |date=September 2009 |title=2009 Toyota Previa Review |url=https://www.topgear.com.ph/drives/2009-toyota-previa-review |website=Top Gear Philippines}}

File:Toyota Estima R50 001.jpg|2006 Toyota Estima Aeras (Japan)

File:2008 Toyota Estima Aeras.jpg|2008 Toyota Estima Aeras (Japan)

File:2014 Toyota Estima Hybrid 2.4.jpg|2014 Toyota Estima Hybrid Aeras

File:2013 Toyota Estima Aeras hybrid E-Four.jpg|2013 Toyota Estima Hybrid Aeras

File:TOYOTA PREVIA (XR50) China (10).jpg|Facelift Toyota Previa (China)

File:3rdEstimainterior.jpg|Interior (pre-facelift)

The third generation Estima Hybrid is powered by Toyota's 2.4-liter E-Four hybrid system with all-wheel drive. The hybridized Estima bears the model code AHR20 and is specifically marketed and sold exclusively in China and Japan, with limited importation to Australia.{{cite web|url=https://www.carsales.com.au/cars/?q=(And.Service.carsales._.(C.Make.Toyota._.(C.Model.Estima._.Series.AHR20.))_.Year.range(2007..2019).)|title=Toyota Estima AHR20 cars for sale or order in Australia|website=Carsales|access-date=20 December 2023}} It is said to be similar to that of the Lexus RX 400h, but a generation behind.{{cite news |last1=Cobb |first1=Jeff |date=2013-09-10 |title=Toyota's Fuel-Sipping Estima And Alphard Hybrid Minivans – Off Limits For US |publisher=Hybridcars.com |url=http://www.hybridcars.com/toyotas-estima-and-alphard-hybrid-minivans-off-limits-for-us/ |access-date=2015-11-02}}

File:Toyota Estima Hybrid (2008) (front).jpg|2008 Toyota Estima Hybrid

The Tarago was released in March 2006 bearing the ACR50R{{cite web|url=https://www.goauto.com.au/used-car-research/toyota/tarago/acr50r-tarago/2006-03-01/4685.html|title=ACR50R Tarago|website=GoAuto|date=1 March 2006|access-date=20 December 2023}} model code featuring the 2.4-liter 2AZ-FE inline-four engine found in the ACV40R Camry. In February 2007, Toyota released the GSR50R{{cite web|url=https://www.carsales.com.au/cars/toyota/tarago/gli-badge/gsr50r-series/|title=Toyota Tarago GLi GSR50R cars for sale or order in Australia|website=Carsales|access-date=20 December 2023}} model with the 3.5-liter 2GR-FE V6 engine producing {{convert|202|kW|hp|abbr=on}} and {{convert|340|Nm|ftlbf|abbr=on}} found in the GSV40R Aurion.

The model received a facelift in 2009, with revisions to the headlamps and bumpers. The option of a seven-seater variant was introduced in 2008. Another update was released in 2012 with smart start as standard on all models, smart entry on GLX V6 and Ultima models, new audio systems on all models, automatic headlights and a new Rustic Brown colour option. It also received the major facelift in 2016, with updated interior and other new standard features offered, however it still bears its exterior looks mostly unchanged as with the pre-facelift design. It is available as a family van, a taxicab for regular passengers and a specially designed wheelchair accessible taxi featuring a ramp and longer wheelbase.

In May 2019, Toyota revealed the Granvia, which is heavily based on the latest HiAce van. Toyota Australia confirmed the Granvia will replace the Tarago by the end of 2019, however, they were sold alongside each other for a short period of time.{{Cite web |title=Toyota Unveils All-New Luxury Granvia {{!}} Latest News |url=https://www.toyota.com.au/news/toyota-unveils-all-new-luxury-granvia |access-date=2019-05-21 |website=New Cars Toyota Australia: Prices, Service Centres, Dealers, Test Drives |language=en}} As of March 2020, the Tarago has been discontinued in the Australian market and removed from the Toyota Australia website.

File:2006-2008 Toyota Tarago (ACR50R) GLX van (2011-11-17).jpg|Pre-facelift Toyota Tarago GLX

File:2015 Toyota Tarago (GSR50R) GLi van (2018-10-01) 01.jpg|Facelift Toyota Tarago GLi

File:2015 Toyota Tarago (GSR50R) GLi van (2018-10-01) 02.jpg|Facelift Toyota Tarago GLi

The facelifted model was launched in mid-2016, its dimensions remain mostly unchanged while it receives various new additional equipment to keep up with its competitors.{{cite web |url=https://paultan.org/2016/06/06/2016-toyota-estima-facelift-officially-revealed-in-japan/ |title=2016 Toyota Estima facelift |publisher=Paultan.org |access-date=2016-06-30}} In the interior features a redesigned multifunction steering wheel and a piano black center console that neatly houses a large touchscreen infotainment display. A new safety system "Toyota Safety Sense C" was offered for the first time in the facelifted Estima, but only for Japanese models. The former includes pre-collision system with pedestrian detection function, lane keep assist, high beam assist and radar cruise control.

Along with the new safety features comes with slightly redesigned headlights with LED daytime running lights, tail lights, bumpers, as well as interior with updated steering wheel design, it also becomes the first Toyota to have 360 degree 99% UV cut glass preventing 99% of UV rays from entering into the vehicle creating a cooler environment overall, this 99% UV cut glass also gets a recommendation from Skin Cancer Foundation and has a SPF 50+/PA++++ rating. The Estima drops its 3.5{{nbsp}}L V6 engine option and now only offers the 2.4{{nbsp}}L inline-4 producing {{convert|170|PS|kW|abbr=on}}, and {{convert|224|Nm|ftlbf|abbr=on}} and its hybrid variant.

File:Toyota Estima (III, Facelift) – f 11032025.jpg|Toyota Estima Aeras (2016 facelift)

File:Toyota Estima (III, Facelift) – h 11032025.jpg|Toyota Estima Aeras (2016 facelift)

File:Toyota ESTIMA AERAS SMART 2WD (DBA-ACR50W-GFXVK) interior.jpg|Interior (2016 facelift)

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