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{{Infobox automobile
| name = Toyota Allion
| image = 2001-2004 Toyota Allion.jpg
| caption = 2001–2004 Toyota Allion
| manufacturer = [[Company:Toyota|Toyota]]
| aka = Toyota Premio
| production = December 2001 – present
| assembly = Japan: Toyota City, Aichi (Tsutsumi plant)<ref>{{cite web | url = http://newsroom.toyota.co.jp/en/corporate/companyinformation/manufacturing | title = Japanese Production Sites | publisher = Toyota | date = 2015-03-06 | archiveurl = https://web.archive.org/web/20150318032552/http://newsroom.toyota.co.jp/en/corporate/companyinformation/manufacturing | archivedate = 2015-03-18}}</ref>
| class = [[Engineering:Compact car|Compact car]]
| body_style = 4-door [[Engineering:Sedan (automobile)|sedan]]
| layout = {{unbulleted list
  | [[Engineering:Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout|Front-engine, front-wheel-drive]]
  | [[Engineering:Front-engine, four-wheel-drive layout|Front-engine, four-wheel-drive]]
  }}
| platform = [[Engineering:Toyota MC platform|Toyota MC platform]]
| predecessor = {{unbulleted list
  | [[Engineering:Toyota Carina|Toyota Carina]] (Allion)
  | [[Engineering:Toyota Corona|Toyota Corona]] (Premio)
  }}
}}

The {{nihongo|'''Toyota Allion'''|Japanese: トヨタ・アリオン|Toyota Arion}} and its twin the {{nihongo|'''Toyota Premio'''|Japanese: トヨタ・プレミオ|Toyota Puremio}} are [[Engineering:Sedan (automobile)|sedan]]s sold in Japan since 2001 by [[Company:Toyota|Toyota]]. The sedans are designated as a [[Engineering:Compact car|compact car]] by [[Engineering:Vehicle size class#Japan|Japanese dimension regulations]] and the exterior dimensions do not change with periodic updates. The Allion replaced the [[Engineering:Toyota Carina|Carina]], a model that first appeared in 1970. The [[Engineering:Toyota Carina ED|Carina ED]], a four-door hardtop coupe that appeared in 1985, was replaced by the [[Engineering:Toyota Brevis|Brevis]], which was briefly available with the Allion until 2007. Unlike Toyota's other vehicles, the Allion and Premio are  not exported, and are exclusively sold in Japan only.

The Premio is the successor of the [[Engineering:Toyota Corona|Corona]] which first appeared in 1957. The [[Engineering:Toyota Corona EXiV|Corona EXiV]], a four-door hardtop coupe that appeared in 1989, was replaced by the [[Engineering:Toyota Progrès|Progrès]], which was also briefly available with the Premio until 2007. The Allion is exclusive to Japanese Toyota dealerships ''Toyota Store'' as a smaller companion to the [[Engineering:Toyota Crown|Crown]], while the Premio is exclusive to ''Toyopet Store'' locations, as a smaller companion to the [[Engineering:Toyota Mark X|Mark X]].

Both cars are related to the [[Engineering:Toyota Avensis|Avensis]], which is an imported five-door [[Engineering:Liftback|liftback]] from Europe, available at all Japanese dealership locations. The [[Engineering:Toyota Camry|Camry]], which is the largest car exclusive to ''Toyota Corolla Store'' locations, is slightly larger, and based on appearance packages, offers the same luxury or performance features found in the Allion or Premio. The name "Allion" is created based on the phrase "all-in-one", while "Premio" is a play on words for "premium".

Mechanically, they are identical to the Avensis which is exported new internationally as well as sold in Japan. The Allion/Premio are only offered as 4-door sedans, while the Avensis is available only as a five-door liftback. The first generation Premio is an upscale, luxurious sedan in comparison to the Allion, which has a more youthful, sporting nature. Wood trim and chrome accents gives the Premio an elegant look while the Allion considered to be a sporty or executive type car.

Appearance modification options made for the first generation Allion are not made or marketed for the Premio. The second generation cars share the interior appearances and optional equipment, with exterior visual differences. Three options packages are offered with the three different engines offered, coupled with the choice of [[Engineering:Front-wheel drive|front-]] or [[Engineering:Four-wheel drive|four-wheel drive]], thereby giving Japanese buyers options as to which annual road tax obligation they are willing to pay.

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== {{anchor|T240}} First generation (T240; 2001–2007) ==
{{Infobox automobile
| name = First generation (T240)
| image = 2001 Toyota Allion 01.jpg
| caption = 2001–2004 Toyota Allion
| aka = Toyota Premio
| production = December 2001 – June 2007
| designer = Hiroshi Okamoto (Allion)<ref name=Okamoto>{{cite web |url=http://design-cu.jp/sakuhin_web/a/okamoto_hiroshi/index.html |title=岡本浩志 |trans-title=Okamoto Hiroshi |language=Japanese |publisher=Chiba University |year=2006 |access-date=2016-06-21}}</ref>
| related = {{ubl
  | Toyota Caldina (T240)
  | Toyota Avensis (T250)
  }}
| engine = {{ubl
  | 1.5&nbsp;L ''1NZ-FE'' I4
  | 1.8&nbsp;L ''1ZZ-FE'' I4 (2WD/4WD)
  | 2.0&nbsp;L ''1AZ-FSE'' I4
  }}
| transmission = {{ubl
  | 4-speed [[Engineering:Automatic transmission|automatic]] (1.5 and 1.8&nbsp;L)
  | [[Engineering:Continuously variable transmission|CVT]] (2.0&nbsp;L)
  }}
| wheelbase = {{convert|2700|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4565|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1695|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1470|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|1170|kg|lb|abbr=on}}
}}

The first generation Allion and Premio were launched on 25 December 2001. The Allion has an emphasis towards younger buyers in comparison to the Premio sedan, which has a more elegant approach. The Allion and Premio 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 [[Engineering:LED|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 [[Engineering:Continuously variable transmission|CVT]] automatic; the smaller engines were each fitted with four-speed automatic transmission.

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File:2004-2007 Toyota Allion A18.jpg |2004–2007 Toyota Allion
File:2004-2007 Toyota Allion A18 rear.jpg |2004–2007 Toyota Allion
File:2004-2007 Toyota Premio.jpg |2004–2007 Toyota Premio
File:2004-2007 Toyota Premio rear.jpg |2004–2007 Toyota Premio
</gallery>

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== {{anchor|T260}} Second generation (T260; 2007–present) ==
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Second generation (T260)
| image = Toyota Allion T260.jpg
| caption = 2007–2010 Toyota Allion
| aka = {{ubl
  | Toyota Premio
  | SAIPA Ario (Iran)<ref name="saipaario">{{Cite web|url=http://www.saipacorp.com/en/allproducts/Saipa/Ario|title=SAIPA Ario homepage|website=www.saipacorp.com|language=en|access-date=2019-07-15}}</ref>
  }}
| production = June 2007 – present
| related = Toyota Avensis (T270)
| engine = {{ubl
  | 1.5&nbsp;L ''1NZ-FE'' I4
  | 1.8&nbsp;L ''2ZR-FE'' I4 (2WD/4WD)
  | 2.0&nbsp;L ''3ZR-FAE'' I4
  }}
| transmission = [[Engineering:Continuously variable transmission|CVT]]
| wheelbase = {{convert|2750|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4565|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1695|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1475|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|1440|kg|lb|abbr=on}}
}}

The second generation Allion and Premio were introduced on 4 June 2007, with Toyota continuing to offer appearance modifications at local dealerships. These cars continued to fill the gap between Corolla and Camry. G-BOOK is on the list of optional features. The Premio gained the inclusion of a LED in the rear light cluster. Other changes included the smart entry and start system, a rear-view monitor in color, and a hard disk navigation system compatible with the G-Book mX telematics service.<ref name=global>{{cite web |url=http://www.toyota-global.com/company/history_of_toyota/75years/vehicle_lineage/car/id60008987/index.html |title=75 Years of TOYOTA {{!}} Vehicle Lineage {{!}} Allion |publisher=Toyota |date=2007-06-04 |accessdate=2015-08-06}}</ref>

Four-wheel drive was offered on vehicles equipped with the 1.8-liter ''2ZR-FE'' direct-injection engine. A 2.0-liter valvematic ''3ZR-FAE'' engine was made available in January 2008, cutting the emission by 75&nbsp;percent from the level required by the 2005 Japanese emission standards, and also achieving 20&nbsp;percent better fuel economy than required by the 2010 fuel consumption standards. The transmission was a Super CVT-i.<ref name=global/>

Fuel consumption figures for the 1.5-liter models were improved to {{convert|18|km/L|mpgus mpgimp|0|abbr=on}}, and the 1.8-liter models were improved to {{convert|17|km/L|mpgus mpgimp|0|abbr=on}}, both types now fitted with CVT transmission. From 2 October 2009, fuel consumption for the 1.5-liter models was further improved to {{convert|18.6|km/L|mpgus mpgimp|0|abbr=on}} by improvements to the engine, transmission and alternator control.

From 2007 onwards, the Allion is sold in Iran as the [[Company:SAIPA|SAIPA]] Ario, where it is available with an 1.5- or 1.6-liter engines, available in two trim levels: Elegant and TM.<ref name="saipaario"/>

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File:2007 Toyota Allion 02.jpg |2007–2010 Toyota Allion
File:2008 Toyota Premio (T260) 1.5F sedan (2016-01-07) 01.jpg|2007–2010 Toyota Premio
File:2008 Toyota Premio (T260) 1.5F sedan (2016-01-07) 02.jpg|2007–2010 Toyota Premio
</gallery>

=== Facelift (2010) ===
The Premio and Allion were revised on 20 April 2010<ref>{{cite news |url=http://leopauldelrosario.blogspot.com.au/2010/04/toyota-premio-allion-second-generation.html |title=Toyota Premio & Allion (Second-Generation - Phase II) |work=Leopaul's blog |date=2010-04-22 |access-date=2016-12-27}}</ref> with more aggressive and sharper looking headlights and twin [[Engineering:LED|LED]] taillights while the interior remaining somewhat same.

The 1.8-liter engine was changed from the ''2ZR-FE'' to the Valvematic ''2ZR-FAE'', improving fuel consumption to {{convert|18.6|km/L|mpgus mpgimp|0|abbr=on}}. In June 2010, fuel consumption for the 1.5-liter models was improved to {{convert|20|km/L|mpgus mpgimp|0|abbr=on}} by improvements to engine and transmission control.

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File:2010 Toyota Allion 01.jpg |2010–2016 Toyota Allion
File:2010 Toyota Allion 02.jpg |2010–2016 Toyota Allion
File:2010 Toyota Premio 01.jpg |2010–2016 Toyota Premio
File:2010 Toyota Premio 02.jpg |2010–2016 Toyota Premio
</gallery>

=== Facelift (2016) ===
Toyota revised the Premio and Allion again on 13 June 2016 with a facelift.<ref>{{cite news |url=http://techon.nikkeibp.co.jp/atclen/news_en/15mk/070700692/ |title=Toyota Beefs Up Preventive Safety Functions of Premio/Allion Sedan |first=Takashi |last=Takada |work=Nikkei Technology Online |date=2016-07-07 |access-date=2016-12-27}}</ref> At the same time, "bi-beam" LED headlights and the collision avoidance system called "[[Engineering:Collision avoidance system|Toyota Safety Sense]] C" were introduced, adopting a styling influence from the larger, more prestigious S210 Crown.

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File:2017 Toyota Allion.jpg |2016–present Toyota Allion
File:2017 Toyota Allion rear.jpg |2016–present Toyota Allion
File:TOYOTA PREMIO T260 20160704 01.jpeg |2016–present Toyota Premio
File:TOYOTA PREMIO T260 20160704 02.jpeg |2016–present Toyota Premio
File:TOYOTA PREMIO T260 201606 03.jpeg |2016–present Toyota Premio interior
</gallery>

== References ==
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== External links ==
* [http://toyota.jp/allion/ Toyota Allion (Japan)]
* [http://toyota.jp/premio/ Toyota Premio (Japan)]

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