What is the reason for Toyota using dual injection?
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Toyota uses dual injection for the following reasons: to improve engine efficiency, reduce exhaust emissions, enhance engine stability, and mitigate carbon buildup in the engine. Toyota's vehicle lineup includes the Camry, Highlander, RAV4, Corolla, and Vios, among others. Taking the 2021 Toyota Corolla as an example, it is a compact car with body dimensions of 4635mm in length, 1780mm in width, and 1455mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2700mm. The 2021 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a 1.2T turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 116PS, a maximum power of 85kW, and a maximum torque of 185Nm, paired with a 10-speed continuously variable transmission.
Toyota's use of dual injection (combined port and direct injection) is something I've studied for quite a while. Simply put, it's designed to address the issues with direct injection. While direct injection is efficient, it tends to cause carbon buildup, which leads to engine vibration, reduced power, and higher maintenance costs. Toyota combines direct injection with port injection—using port injection at low speeds to clean the valves and direct injection at high speeds for stronger performance. This significantly reduces carbon deposits, making the car run smoother and last longer. I've seen many cars in the repair shop fail due to carbon buildup, so Toyota's design is genuinely practical, saving owners the cost of regular cleaning. Fuel efficiency also improves, with noticeably lower fuel consumption on highways, making it more environmentally friendly by reducing particulate emissions. In the long run, this boosts Toyota's reliability and reputation, especially when paired with their hybrid system, making the overall setup more efficient and fuel-saving.
As an average car owner, I find Toyota's dual injection system quite ingenious. Here's why: Having driven many vehicles, I've noticed that purely direct-injection cars develop severe carbon buildup on intake valves within just a year or two, requiring cleaning that costs hundreds each time. Toyota's hybrid system uses port injection during traffic jams – it cleans valves like dish soap preventing carbon deposits, then switches to direct injection during acceleration for stronger power delivery with quick response and no shuddering. My Toyota Camry has covered 30,000 km with the engine still performing like new, showing no issues. Its fuel consumption is notably lower than my friend's pure direct-injection car too – at current fuel prices, that saves me hundreds annually. Reduced carbon deposits also mean fewer repairs, making long-term ownership more worry-free. From an environmental perspective, it's excellent too with lower emissions, especially beneficial for urban air quality.
From an economic perspective, Toyota's adoption of dual injection (port and direct) aims for long-term cost savings. While direct injection is efficient, it causes severe carbon buildup, leading to expensive repairs. Toyota combines port injection to clean valves at low RPMs, extending engine life and reducing maintenance frequency. My calculations show maintenance costs for dual-injection vehicles are about 20% lower than pure direct-injection models, with reduced carbon deposit risks meaning fewer repairs. Better fuel efficiency (e.g., 0.5L/100km savings on highways) allows extra mileage per tank, easing wallet pressure. Toyota's strong resale value makes this tech a selling point—new models may cost slightly more but depreciate less. It also complies with emissions regulations, avoiding fines. Cost-effective and sustainable, it's financially prudent long-term.
