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The Toyota Revo (Full Name: Toyota Tamaraw FX Revo) was introduced in the Philippines in 1998, an offshoot of the successful Toyota Tamaraw FX. The Toyota Kijang is a pick-up or minibus sold in Indonesia and Brunei, made by Toyota. Its direct ancestor is the successful Tamaraw, Toyota's brand of the versatile Asian Utility Vehicle (AUV) in the Philippines. The Toyota Kijang is a pick-up or minibus sold in Indonesia and Brunei, made by Toyota. Toyota's AUV is known as the Kijang in Indonesia. The Toyota Kijang is a pick-up or minibus sold in Indonesia and Brunei, made by Toyota. The Republic of Indonesia ( (Republik Indonesia is a Country in Southeast Asia.

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Names

Toyota's AUV is known in different parts of Asia, owing to the generalized design of the vehicle; but with different names. In the Philippines, Toyota's AUV is known as the Tamaraw, from which the Revo originated. The names Tamaraw, Revo, Tamaraw FX, and Tamaraw FX Revo are AUV brands exclusive to the Philippines. It was called the Revo because it was billed to "usher in a Revolution. "

Variants

Model variants of the Revo are DLX (entry level), GL, GLX, SR (Sport Runner, in 1. 8L and special 2. 0L variants), SR-J (Sport Runner J), GSX (2. 0L), VX200, VX200-J (both 2. 0L) and VX240D). There was also a limited LXV edition Revo with gold trimmed emblems and a 1. 8L engine.

All comes in gasoline and diesel variants, manual or automatic transmission. The SR, SR-J, VX200, VX200-J, and VX240D have special decals; the SR-J and VX200-J have special emblems (a red "J" after the "SR" or "VX200" emblem, part of the J, or Japan-Spec, series of Toyota vehicles). There was a special edition Sport Runner with a 2. 0L engine, which can be distinguished by its power antenna, which became the basis of the GSX variant.

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History

Vehicle history before Revo:

History of Revo:

Successor of Revo: Avanza, although many consider the IMV platform Innova to be its spiritual successor. Bankaktiebolaget Avanza is the largest online Stock broker in the Nordic countries with more than 150 000 customers and the largest number of deals on the

1st Generation (Original Tamaraw, 1970s to 1980s)

The Toyota Tamaraw (named for the Philippines' national animal, the Tamaraw, a small wild buffalo, Bubalus Mindorensis) started as a small high-side pick-up (HSPU) with the 1. The Tamaraw ( Bubalus mindorensis) or Mindoro Dwarf Buffalo is a small hoofed mammal belonging to the family Bovidae. True Wild Asian Water Buffalo or Wild Asiatic Water Buffalo is an Endangered species. 2L "3K" gasoline engine, and was produced by the now-defunct Delta Motors, which assembled Toyota vehicles in the Philippines. It had a four-speed transmission. Because of its ruggedness and ease of maintenance, even its upgradablilty (some swap the 3K engine with a more powerful engine, notably the Toyota 4K engine or a diesel engine), some of these vehicles still survive today, and its designs are sometimes copied or modified by local assemblers to this day. As competition, General Motors, by way of Francisco Motors, had the Harabas and the Pinoy, Ford had the 1. General Motors Corporation ( GM) ( is a multinational automobile manufacturer founded in 1908 and headquartered in the United States. Pinoy is a Demonym referring to Filipino people in the United States, the Philippines and around the world. Ford Motor Company is an American Multinational corporation and the world's fourth largest automaker based on Worldwide vehicle sales, following 3L and 1. 6L Fiera I, II, and III, and Chrysler-Mitsubishi had the rugged 1. 4L "Neptune"-powered Cimarron. It shares a lot of its looks with the first-generation Kijang. The Toyota Kijang is a pick-up or minibus sold in Indonesia and Brunei, made by Toyota. These vehicles became favorites for utility work and transportation on rugged terrain and unpaved roads, and sometimes a (more stylish) substitute for a jeepney. Jeepneys are the most popular means of Public transportation in the Philippines.

Because Delta Motors held a franchise in the Philippine Basketball Association, they once named their team after the Tamaraw (the Toyota Tamaraws). The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA is a Professional Basketball league in the Philippines founded in 1975. This team became a legendary Philippine basketball team.

2nd Generation (1980s to 1990s)

The Toyota Tamaraw grew from a small vehicle to a larger HSPU, which also became powered by a 2. 2L diesel engine and a five-speed manual transmission. It still retained the ruggedness of the old Tamaraw and is ideal for rough roads. It was then still assembled by Delta Motors. It was in direct competition with the 2. 5L diesel Mazda-powered fourth-generation Ford Fiera IV, and Isuzu KC series (which was powered by the rugged Isuzu C-190 engine). Again, it shares a few design hints with the Kijang, except the front grille.

A local Philippine auto brand, Dragon, has taken the designs of the diesel Tamaraw and marketed it. Also around this time Nissan, through its local assembler Universal Motors, assembled and marketed their own version, the Bida (Tagalog, hero); and local car assembler Carter Motors came up with their own version, the Masa (Tagalog, masses, implying that the car is within reach of the masses. Tagalog is one of the major languages used in the Philippines. Tagalog is one of the major languages used in the Philippines. )

3rd Generation (Tamaraw FX, 1991-1993)

Toyota launched the Tamaraw FX HSPU, which resembles the 2nd generation Tamaraw, but with a whole host of new features including power steering and air conditioning, with the option of installing extra rail-mounted lights on the roof. It came in gasoline and diesel variants. Its front fascia resembles that of the second-generation Kijang. The Tamaraw FX was assembled by Toyota Motors Philippines.

4th Generation (Tamaraw FX Wagon, 1993-1997)

The Tamaraw FX HSPU was adopted into a ten-seater vehicle to become the Tamaraw FX Wagon. It was embraced not only by families but also the taxi business, where it drew unfair competition to their car counterparts. There were two variants: one with a 1. 8L gasoline engine and one with a 2. 0L (2C) diesel engine , each with a 5-speed manual transmission. Design-wise, it resembles the third-generation Kijang.

5th Generation (Revo, 1998-2004)

Toyota reworked the Tamaraw FX into the Revo, which now features the amenities of an SUV but still within the limits of an AUV. Initial variants were the DLX (entry level), GL, GLX, and SR (Sport Runner), with either a 1. 8L gasoline engine or a 2. 4L diesel engine mated to either a 5-speed manual or automatic transmission. It underwent two revisions (2002 and 2004) and two special releases (the LXV and the 2. 0L SR) since its launch in 1998. The VX range (VX200 and VX240D), as well as the J-Spec Revos (SR-J, VX200 J), and the 2. 0L GSX was launched in 2002. It shares a few things with the fourth-generation Kijang. The original Tamaraw FX was still being manufactured just as the Revo started picking up sales.

Following this lead by Toyota, other car makers entered the AUV race: Isuzu has entered the race with the Hi-Lander (which later evolved into the Crosswind, the Crosswind Sportivo, and the Alterra--all SUVs); Mitsubishi took its Taiwanese Freeca and unleashed it in the Philippines as the Adventure; and Honda took the CR-V crossover car to the Philippines and reclassified it into an AUV, which became an almost instant hit. ( is a Japanese car commercial vehicle and heavy truck manufacturing company, headquartered in Tokyo. The, Mitsubishi Group of Companies, or Mitsubishi Companies is a Japanese conglomerate consisting of a range of autonomous businesses which share the Mitsubishi The Mitsubishi Freeca is a Compact MPV designed by Mitsubishi Motors and China Motor Corporation for the Asian market and built in Taiwan The Mitsubishi Freeca is a Compact MPV designed by Mitsubishi Motors and China Motor Corporation for the Asian market and built in Taiwan () is a Multinational corporation, engine Manufacturer and engineering corporation headquartered in Japan. "Cr-V" redirects here It is also a shorthand referring to chromium-vanadium alloy Tool steels The Honda CR-V is a compact Mazda also entered the race with the 3. ( is a Japanese automotive manufacturer based in Hiroshima, Japan. 0-liter Tribute. The Mazda Tribute ( Code J14) is a Crossover (automobile made by Japanese Automaker Mazda since 2001 Other competitors included Mazda's own parent company Ford, with the 3. Ford Motor Company is an American Multinational corporation and the world's fourth largest automaker based on Worldwide vehicle sales, following 0-liter Escape. The Ford Escape (designated U204) is a Crossover (automobile sold by the Automaker Ford Motor Company introduced in 2000 as a 2001 model year

Critical reception

The Tamaraw FX Revo was dropped in 2006 for no reason, despite the fact that even up to the last minute the Revo was available, demand for this AUV was still high, thus ending the reign of a legendary vehicle family, a vehicle with a Filipino identity.

Its "successors," the Avanza and the Innova were not its successors simply because they perform nowhere near the level of versatility the Revo has shown. Bankaktiebolaget Avanza is the largest online Stock broker in the Nordic countries with more than 150 000 customers and the largest number of deals on the The Toyota Innova is an Indonesian designed MPV ie being less than in length as per the European system of size classification produced in Indonesia under The Avanza is smaller, and the Innova, it belonging to Toyota's IMV project, is more of a car than a utility vehicle.

Eventually, Mitsubishi filled the vacuum the Revo left when they marketed the Taiwanese Zinger in the Philippines (as the Fuzion). The, Mitsubishi Group of Companies, or Mitsubishi Companies is a Japanese conglomerate consisting of a range of autonomous businesses which share the Mitsubishi But, still, local backyard assemblers still take to heart the designs of the original Tamaraw (sometimes crossing it over with a jeepney) and market their products for use in rural areas. Jeepneys are the most popular means of Public transportation in the Philippines.

Specifications

The following specifications are taken from the 2002 catalog for the vehicle.

Engines

1RZ-E 2. 0L, for VX Class and GSX

7K-E 1. 8L, for SR, GLX Gas, GL Gas, and DLX Gas

2L, 2. 4L, for all Diesel Revos

Models

VX200

Variants: 2. 0L Gas A/T (Leather) - RZF81L-GRPNEMD, 2. 0 Gas A/T - RZF81L-GRPNEMC, 2. 0 Gas M/T - RZF81L-GRPNEMD (a diesel variant, the VX240D, was also available, powered by the 2L engine)

Engine: 1RZ-E, 2L (for the VX240D)

Chassis: Suspension for Front/Rear: Double Wishbone (Torsion bar Type) with stabilizer Bar/Rigid Axle, Leaf Springs; Brakes: Front: Ventilated Discs; Back: Drums; Steering System: Rack and Pinion with Power Assist; Tires/Wheels: 195/65R15 / 6JJx15" Alloy; with Side Door Impact Beams

Dimensions:

Exterior:

Interior:

Dealer Options:

-(later upgraded to a A-V Package for the last revision)

SR (Sport Runner)

Variants: 1. 8 Gas A/T (KF80L-GRPNEMA), 1. 8 Gas M/T (KF80L-GRMNEMA), 2. 0 Gas A/T (SR-J), 2. 4 Diesel M/T (LF80L-GRMDSM)

Engine: 7K-E (1. 8L), 1RZ-E (2. 0L), 2L (2. 4L)

Chassis: Suspension for Front/Rear: Double Wishbone (Torsion bar Type) with stabilizer Bar/Rigid Axle, Leaf Springs; Brakes: Front: Ventilated Discs; Back: Drums; Steering System: Rack and Pinion with Power Assist; Tires/Wheels: 195/70R14 / 5. 5JJx14" Alloy; with Side Door Impact Beams

Dimensions:

-Seating Capacity: 10 people -Curb Weight: 1,415 kg (1. 8 A/T), 1,395 kg (1. 8 M/T)

Exterior:

Interior:

Dealer Options:

GSX

Variants: 2. 0L Gas A/T (RZF81L-GRPNEM), 2. 0L Gas M/T (RZF81L-GRMNEM)

Engine: 1RZ-E

Chassis: Suspension for Front/Rear: Double Wishbone (Torsion bar Type) with stabilizer Bar/Rigid Axle, Leaf Springs; Brakes: Front: Ventilated Discs; Back: Drums; Steering System: Rack and Pinion with Power Assist; Tires/Wheels: 195/65R15 Alloy; With Side Door Impact Beams

Dimensions: Overall Length x Width x Height: 4,495mm x 1,670mm x 1,775mm Wheelbase: 2,650mm Tread: front: 1,445mm; Rear: 1,430 Minimum Turning Radius: 4. 9m Fuel Tank Capacity: 55 liters Seating Capacity: 10 people Curb Weight: 1,470 kg (A/T), 1,450 kg (M/T)

Exterior:

Interior:

Dealer Options:

GLX

Variants: 1. 8 Gas A/T (KF80L-GRPNEM, 1. 8 Gas M/T (KF80L-GRMNEM), 2. 4 Diesel M/T (LF80L-GRMNSM)

Engine: 7K-E (Gas), 2L (Diesel)

Chassis: Suspension for Front/Rear: Double Wishbone (Torsion bar Type) with stabilizer Bar/Rigid Axle, Leaf Springs; Brakes: Front: Ventilated Discs; Back: Drums; Steering System: Rack and Pinion with Power Assist; Tires/Wheels: 195/70R14 / 5. 5JJx14" Alloy; with Side Door Impact Beams

Dimensions: Overall Length x Width x Height: 4,495mm x 1,670mm x 1,775mm Wheelbase: 2,650mm Tread: front: 1,445mm; Rear: 1,430 Minimum Turning Radius: 4. 9m Fuel Tank Capacity: 55 liters Seating Capacity: 10 people Curb Weight: 1,400 kg (1. 8 Gas A/T), 1,380 kg (1. 8 Gas M/T), 1,510 kg (2. 4 Diesel)

Exterior:

Interior: same as GSX but with no illuminated entry system and no key/lamp turn off warning

Dealer Options: same as GSX

GL Variants: 1. 8 Gas M/T (KF80L-GRMDEM),2. 4 Diesel M/T (LF80L-GRMDSM)

Engines: 7K-E (Gas), 2L (Diesel)

Chassis: Suspension for Front/Rear: Double Wishbone (Torsion bar Type) with stabilizer Bar/Rigid Axle, Leaf Springs; Brakes: Front: Ventilated Discs; Back: Drums; Steering System: Rack and Pinion with Power Assist Tires/Wheels: 185/80R14 / 5J x 14" with full cap; with Side Door Impact Beams

Dimensions:

Exterior:

Interior:

Dealer Options:

DLX (Entry Level)

Variants: 1. 8 Gas M/T (KF80L-GRMREM), 2. 4 Diesel M/T (LF80L-GRMRSM)

Engines: 7K-E (Gas), 2L (Diesel)

Chassis: Suspension for Front/Rear: Double Wishbone (Torsion bar Type) with stabilizer Bar/Rigid Axle, Leaf Springs; Brakes: Front: Ventilated Discs; Back: Drums; Steering System: Rack and Pinion with Power Assist; Tires/Wheels: 185/80R14 / 5J x 14" with center ornament; with Side Door Impact Beams

Dimensions:

Exterior:

Interior:

Dealer Options:

Notes

In the Philippines some owners of lower-spec Revos modify them to resemble mostly the SR (Sport Runner) specification.

See also

References

The Toyota Kijang is a pick-up or minibus sold in Indonesia and Brunei, made by Toyota. The Toyota Innova is an Indonesian designed MPV ie being less than in length as per the European system of size classification produced in Indonesia under
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