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The '''Toyota Sports EV''' (Sports Electric vehicle) was a [[concept vehicle]] built by the [[Toyota Technical College of Tokyo]] and first shown at the January 2010 [[Tokyo Auto Salon]]. It was based on a [[Toyota Sports 800]] with the original 2 cylinder petrol engine being replaced by a single 28 kW electric motor.
The '''Toyota Sports EV''' (Sports Electric Vehicle) was a [[concept vehicle]] built by the [[Toyota Technical College of Tokyo]] and first shown at the January 2010 [[Tokyo Auto Salon]]. It was based on a [[Toyota Sports 800]] with the original 2 cylinder petrol engine being replaced by a single 28 kW electric motor.
<ref name="Sports EV">{{cite web |url=http://www2.toyota.co.jp/en/news/10/01/0115.html |title=TMC to Launch "G's" Sports Conversion Series — Concept Car Debuts at Tokyo Auto Salon |date=2010-01-15 }}</ref>
<ref name="Sports EV">{{cite web |url=http://www2.toyota.co.jp/en/news/10/01/0115.html |title=TMC to Launch "G's" Sports Conversion Series — Concept Car Debuts at Tokyo Auto Salon |date=2010-01-15 }}</ref>
<ref name="Sports EV miey">{{cite web |url=http://www.bloggermiey.com/2010/01/toyota-sports-ev.html |title=Toyota Sports EV |date=2010-01-30 |work=bloggermiey}}</ref>
<ref name="Sports EV miey">{{cite web |url=http://www.bloggermiey.com/2010/01/toyota-sports-ev.html |title=Toyota Sports EV |date=2010-01-30 |work=bloggermiey}}</ref>
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On 27 November 2010, the Sports EV participated in the classic car parade at the Toyota Automobile Museum Classic Car Festival in Tokyo.
On 27 November 2010, the Sports EV participated in the classic car parade at the Toyota Automobile Museum Classic Car Festival in Tokyo.
<ref name="Sports EV thestar">{{cite web |url=http://themes.thestar.com/photo/01HUeZue2DbUY |title=A 1965-Toyota Sports 800 |date=2010-12 |work=thestar.com}}</ref>
<ref name="Sports EV thestar">{{cite web |url=http://themes.thestar.com/photo/01HUeZue2DbUY |title=A 1965-Toyota Sports 800 |date=2010-12 |work=thestar.com}}</ref>

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==Sports EV Twin==

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| body_style = 2-door, 2-seat [[sports car]]
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| weight = {{convert|700|kg|1|abbr=on}}
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| electric_range = 100 km
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The '''Toyota Sports EV Twin''' (Sports Electric Vehicle) was a [[concept vehicle]] built by the [[Toyota Technical College of Tokyo]] as an update to the Sports EV and first shown at the January 2011 [[Tokyo Auto Salon]]. The single electric motor of the Sports EV was replaced with twin copies of the same 28 kW electric motor wired in series. Each electric motor projects sideways from the central shaft in a similar manner to the sports 800's original flat twin petrol engine.
<ref name="SuperStreetOnline Sports EV">{{cite web |url=http://www.superstreetonline.com/eventcoverage/sstp_1105_2011_tokyo_auto_salon_trend_check/photo_02.html |title=2011 Tokyo Auto Salon Trend Check Toyota Sports Ev Photo 2 |accessdate=2011-07-24 }}</ref>
<ref name="Autoguide Sports EV">{{cite web |url=http://www.autoguide.com/gallery/gallery.php/?g2_view=largephotos.Largephotos&g2_itemId=318389 |title=Autoguide.com |accessdate=2011-07-24 }}</ref>
<ref name="Zimbio Sports EV">{{cite web |url=http://www.zimbio.com/Tokyo+Motor+Show/articles/PkpO6gga2-g/Toyota+other+concepts+production+models+presented |title=Toyota's other concepts and production models presented at 2011 Tokyo Auto Salon - Tokyo Motor Show - Zimbio |date=2011-01-14 |accessdate=2011-07-24 |work=Zimbio }}</ref>


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FT-86 G Sports Concept

Toyota FT-86 G Sports Concept
Overview
ManufacturerToyota
Production2010
Body and chassis
Body style3-door hatchback
LayoutFR layout
Powertrain
Engine2.0 L Flat-4 Toyota-Subaru "D-4S" Boxer engine
Transmission6 speed manual
Dimensions
Length4,190 mm (165.0 in)
Width1,780 mm (70.1 in)
Height1,230 mm (48.4 in)
Chronology
PredecessorToyota FT-86 Concept

The Toyota FT-86 G Sports Concept is a modification of the Toyota FT-86 Concept manufactured jointly by Toyota and Subaru and shown at the January 2010 Tokyo Auto Salon as part of the Toyota G Sports range. The FT-86 G Sports Concept differs from the original FT-86 in the use of carbon fibre panels, a vented bonnet, a large rear spoiler, new 19 inch wheels and a custom exhaust.[1][2] The interior features Recaro bucket seats and a rollcage. The horizontally opposed engine is upgraded with a turbocharger.[3] Tyres are Potenza RE050 245/40R19 at the front and 275/35R19 at the rear.[2] The FT-86 G Sports concept has reappeared at Toyota's showroom in Amlux, Ikebukuro[4] and Osaka Auto Messe 2010 car tuning exhibition.[5]

Prius Custom Plus Concept

Toyota Prius Custom Plus Concept
Overview
ManufacturerToyota
Production2010

The Prius Custom Plus Concept is a modification of the Toyota Prius and shown at the January 2010 Tokyo Auto Salon.[6] The Custom Plus differs from the Prius by its aggressive body kit and new wheels.

FT-CH

Toyota FT-CH Concept
Overview
ManufacturerToyota
Production2010
Body and chassis
Body style5-door hatchback
Dimensions
Length3,895 mm (153.3 in)
Width1,695 mm (66.7 in)
Height1,400 mm (55.1 in)

The Toyota FT-CH (Future Toyota Compact Hybrid) is a concept vehicle built by Toyota and first shown at the January 2010 North American International Auto Show.[7] Compared to the Toyota Prius, the FT-CH is 22 inches shorter in overall length and less than an inch narrower in overall width. It is lighter in weight and more fuel efficient than the Prius. This concept is targeting a lower price range than the Prius line-up, thus "appealing to a younger, less-affluent buyer demographic."[8]

The FT-CH was designed at Toyota European Design and Development. The NiMH batteries are made by Panasonic EV Energy Co - a joint venture between Toyota and Panasonic.[8]

Sports EV

Toyota Sports EV
Overview
ManufacturerToyota
Production2010
Body and chassis
Body style2-door, 2-seat sports car
LayoutFR layout
Dimensions
Length3,580 mm (140.9 in)
Width1,465 mm (57.7 in)
Height1,175 mm (46.3 in)
Curb weight700 kg (1,543.2 lb)

The Toyota Sports EV (Sports Electric Vehicle) was a concept vehicle built by the Toyota Technical College of Tokyo and first shown at the January 2010 Tokyo Auto Salon. It was based on a Toyota Sports 800 with the original 2 cylinder petrol engine being replaced by a single 28 kW electric motor. [9] [10]


On 27 November 2010, the Sports EV participated in the classic car parade at the Toyota Automobile Museum Classic Car Festival in Tokyo. [11]

Sports EV Twin

Toyota Sports EV twin
Overview
ManufacturerToyota
Production2010
Body and chassis
Body style2-door, 2-seat sports car
LayoutFR layout
Powertrain
Transmissionmanual
Electric range100 km
Dimensions
Length3,580 mm (140.9 in)
Width1,465 mm (57.7 in)
Height1,175 mm (46.3 in)
Curb weight700 kg (1,543.2 lb)

The Toyota Sports EV Twin (Sports Electric Vehicle) was a concept vehicle built by the Toyota Technical College of Tokyo as an update to the Sports EV and first shown at the January 2011 Tokyo Auto Salon. The single electric motor of the Sports EV was replaced with twin copies of the same 28 kW electric motor wired in series. Each electric motor projects sideways from the central shaft in a similar manner to the sports 800's original flat twin petrol engine. [12] [13] [14]

Prius c Concept

Toyota Prius C Concept
Overview
ManufacturerToyota
Production2011

The Toyota Prius c Concept is a small hybrid petrol-electric car which is the inspiration for a small Toyota hybrid believed to be coming to market by early 2012. It was first shown at the January 2011 North American International Auto Show. The 'c' in 'Prius c' stands for "city"-centric vehicle as it is much smaller than the normal Prius and is aimed at younger buyers without families who don't need lots of space.[15]

Yaris HSD Concept

Toyota Yaris HSD Concept
Overview
ManufacturerToyota
Production2011


The Toyota Yaris HSD Concept was introduced at the March 2011 Geneva Motor Show. The Yaris Hybrid is expected to go on sale in Europe in 2012. The concept car presented in Geneva had a solar panel located in the roof to contribute to powering the car’s air-conditioning. [16]

FT-86 II Concept

Toyota FT-86 II Concept
Overview
ManufacturerToyota & Subaru
Production2011
Body and chassis
Body style3-door hatchback
LayoutFR layout
Powertrain
Engine2.0 L Flat-4 Toyota-Subaru "D-4S"
Transmission6 speed manual
Dimensions
Length4,235 mm (166.7 in)
Width1,795 mm (70.7 in)
Height1,270 mm (50.0 in)
Chronology
PredecessorToyota FT-86 Concept
SuccessorScion FR-S Concept

On 1 March 2011, Toyota Europe presented Toyota FT-86 II Concept at the preview of the 2011 Geneva Motor Show as the successor to the Toyota FT-86 Concept. 'FT' stands for 'Future Toyota'. The vehicle was designed by the Toyota European Design and Development centre (ED2) with increased dimensions compared to its predecessor. It includes redesigned front bumper and headlights, rear bumper and tail lights, an added rear spoiler and side vents. [17] [18]

Toyota has announced that the production model will be shown at the October 2011 Tokyo Motor Show.[19] European sales are expected in 2012.[17] Australian sales are expected in mid 2012 at A$30,000[20]

Prius+

See also: Toyota Prius v
Toyota Prius+
Overview
ManufacturerToyota
Production2011

The Toyota Prius+ was introduced at the March 2011 Geneva Motor Show. The Prius+ will be the first European hybrid seating seven passengers.[16] It is very similar to the Prius V, with the main difference being the Prius V has two rows to seat 5 people and the Prius+ has 3 rows to seat seven people. [21]

The Prius+ is expected to go on sale in Europe in the first half of 2012. [22] Australian and the United States are each evaluating whether they will sell the 5-seater Prius V or the 7-seater Prius+ (but not both) in 2012. [20] [21]

iQ EV Prototype

Toyota iQ EV Prototype
Overview
ManufacturerToyota
Production2011
Body and chassis
PlatformiQ
Powertrain
Electric range105 km
Chronology
PredecessorFT-EV II

The Toyota iQ EV Prototype is the successor to the FT-EV II as an electric vehicle based on the iQ chassis. It was shown at the March 2011 Geneva Motor Show.[23]

Scion FR-S Concept

Scion FR-S Concept
Overview
ManufacturerToyota and Subaru
Production2012
Body and chassis
ClassSport
Body style2+2 fast back
PlatformFR
Powertrain
Engine2.0 L Flat-4 Toyota-Subaru "D-4S"
Transmission6 speed manual
Dimensions
Length4,272.3 mm (168.2 in)
Width1,816.1 mm (71.5 in)
Height1,204.0 mm (47.4 in)
Chronology
PredecessorFT-86 II Concept

The Scion FR-S Sports Coupe Concept, where FR-S means Front-engine, Rear-wheel drive, Sport, was unveiled at the 2011 New York International Auto Show. [24] [25] According to Yahoo! Autos, Cite error: The <ref> tag has too many names (see the help page). sales are expected to start in the third quarter of 2012 as the Scion FR-S.

See also

References

  1. ^ "Tokyo Auto Salon 2010: G's Toyota FT-86 G Sports Concept". 2010-01. Retrieved 2010-01-20. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |year= (help)
  2. ^ a b "FT-86 G Sports Concept" (in Japanese). Toyota. 2010-01. Retrieved 2010-02-23. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |year= (help)
  3. ^ FT-86 concept and FT-86 G Sports concept specifications
  4. ^ Toyota FT-86 G Sports Concept at Amlux, Ikebukuro, Toyota showroom - Tune86.com, Toyota FT-86 online magazine
  5. ^ Toyota FT-86 G Sports Concept at Osaka Auto Messe 2010 car tuning show - Tune86.com, Toyota FT-86 online magazine
  6. ^ "Tokyo Auto Salon 2010: Toyota Prius Custom Plus Concept and Tom's Prius". 2010-01. Retrieved 2010-01-20. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |year= (help)
  7. ^ "TMC Unveils Compact Hybrid Concept Car at Detroit Show". Toyota. 2010-01-12. Retrieved 2010-02-03.
  8. ^ a b Toyota USA (2010-01-11). "Toyota Unveils Compact Dedicated Hybrid Concept, Reveals Future Plan for 'Prius Family' North American Marketing Strategy". AutoBlogGreen. Retrieved 2010-02-04. Toyota Press Release
  9. ^ "TMC to Launch "G's" Sports Conversion Series — Concept Car Debuts at Tokyo Auto Salon". 2010-01-15.
  10. ^ "Toyota Sports EV". bloggermiey. 2010-01-30.
  11. ^ "A 1965-Toyota Sports 800". thestar.com. 2010-12. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)
  12. ^ "2011 Tokyo Auto Salon Trend Check Toyota Sports Ev Photo 2". Retrieved 2011-07-24.
  13. ^ "Autoguide.com". Retrieved 2011-07-24.
  14. ^ "Toyota's other concepts and production models presented at 2011 Tokyo Auto Salon - Tokyo Motor Show - Zimbio". Zimbio. 2011-01-14. Retrieved 2011-07-24.
  15. ^ Toyota reveals prius family of vehicles at the North American Motor Show, Toyota Pressroom.
  16. ^ a b "Toyota Yaris Sucompact Full Hybrid Unveiled in Geneva". HybridCars.com. 2011-03-03. Retrieved 2011-03-04.
  17. ^ a b "Toyota FT-86 II Concept". tune86.com. Retrieved 2011-03-02.
  18. ^ "Toyota FT-86 II concept. A compact, rear-wheel drive sports vehicle". Toyota Europe. Retrieved 2011-03-02.
  19. ^ "Toyota's $30,000 sports car concept FT-86". Toyota. 2011. Retrieved 2011-03-02. {{cite web}}: Text "Geneva motor show 2011" ignored (help)
  20. ^ a b Bruce Newton. "Toyota's $30,000 sports car concept FT-86". Drive. Fairfax Media. Retrieved 2011-03-02. {{cite web}}: Text "Geneva motor show 2011" ignored (help)
  21. ^ a b Colin Bird (2011). "European Prius V Can Fit Seven People". Kicking Tires. Retrieved 2011-03-02. {{cite web}}: Unknown parameter |month= ignored (help)
  22. ^ "Toyota Prius+, Europe's first full-hybrid seven-seater". Toyota Europe. Retrieved 2011-03-02.
  23. ^ "Toyota Electric Vehicle (EV) prototype. iQ platform, all-electric". Toyota Europe. Retrieved 2011-03-02.
  24. ^ "Scion Introduces FR-S Sports Coupe Concept at 2011 New York Auto Show" (PDF). Toyota. Retrieved 2011-04-24.
  25. ^ "Scion FR-S Pictures and Press Release". Toyota. Retrieved 2011-04-24.
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