The Toyota Crown has been a cornerstone of the Japanese domestic market since the 1950s, but the 16th generation, introduced from 2022 onwards, broke from all precedent by offering four distinct body styles simultaneously. Among them, the Crown Sport occupies a specific niche: a fastback-profile crossover SUV riding on the TNGA-K platform. Kyosho captures the RS grade of this car in die-cast metal at 1:43.
The Crown Sport RS: Sport-Grade Credentials on a New Platform
The Crown Sport RS grade distinguishes itself from the base Crown Sport through sport-tuned suspension, wheels exclusive to the RS, specific exterior trim detailing, and RS-branded interior appointments. The Crown Sport is offered in both HEV and PHEV configurations on the RS grade, riding on the TNGA-K platform with a lower, more purposeful stance than a conventional SUV.
Emotional Red II: An Official JDM Colour on the RS Grade
The Red finish on this model corresponds directly to the Emotional Red II colour option offered on the Crown Sport RS in the Japanese domestic market, as listed on Toyota Japan's official Crown Sport colour selector. Red — offered also in a Precious Metal two-tone variant — is one of the signature hues of the RS grade, reinforcing its sport-oriented positioning within the Crown Sport range. The model replicates a genuine showroom-specification RS as delivered in Japan from 2023.
Kyosho's 1:43 Die-Cast: JDM Precision for the Collector
This 1:43 scale model is produced by Kyosho in die-cast metal, part of their road-car series that has long held a strong collector following in Europe for its faithful reproduction of JDM-exclusive models. At this scale, the RS-grade wheel design and sport-specific bodywork details are reproduced to differentiate the model clearly from the standard Crown Sport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Toyota Crown Sport RS?
The Crown Sport RS is a fastback-style crossover SUV introduced in Japan in 2023 as part of Toyota's 16th-generation Crown family. It rides on the TNGA-K platform and is offered in both HEV and PHEV variants, with the RS grade featuring sport-tuned suspension and distinctive RS wheels.
What makes the RS grade different from the standard Crown Sport?
The RS grade adds sport-tuned suspension, exclusive RS wheels, specific exterior trim and RS-branded interior details not present on lower Crown Sport grades.
What is the Red colour based on?
The Red finish corresponds to the Emotional Red II colour option officially listed for the Crown Sport RS grade in the Japanese domestic market by Toyota Japan.
Who makes this 1:43 model and what material is it?
The model is produced by Kyosho and is constructed in die-cast metal, part of their 1:43 road-car series.
