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Friday, 14 October 2011

2007 Toyota FT-HS Concept Car Review And Pictures

2007 Toyota FT-HS Concept Review And Pics

Review:

Manufacturer Toyota

Predecessor Toyota Supra

Class Hybrid Sport

Body style 2+2 coupe

Layout Front-engine, RWD

Engine 3.5L V6 hybrid electric

Transmission 4-Speed automatic

Wheelbase 104.33 in (2,650 mm)

Length 170.27 in (4,325 mm)

Width 73.23 in (1,860 mm)

Height 50.79 in (1,290 mm)

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2007 Toyota FT-HS Concept

Wednesday, 12 October 2011

2007 Toyota FT-HS Concept Car Review

2007 Toyota FT-HS Concept Review

Review:

Manufacturer : Toyota
Predecessor : Toyota Supra
Class : Hybrid Sport
Body style : 2+2 coupe
Layout : Front-engine, RWD
Engine : 3.5L V6 hybrid electric
Transmission : 4-Speed automatic
Wheelbase : 104.33 in (2,650 mm)
Length : 170.27 in (4,325 mm)
Width : 73.23 in (1,860 mm)
Height : 50.79 in (1,290 mm)

The Toyota FT-HS is a hybrid sports car concept introduced at the 2007 North American International Auto Show. Calty Design Research designed the concept and suggests that it could fill the place of the Toyota Supra.[1] FT-HS stands for Future Toyota Hybrid Sport.[2]

The goal of the rear wheel drive hybrid powertrain is to produce 400 hp (300 kW) and achieve 0-60 mph in around 4 seconds. This is accomplished by combining a 3.5 L V6 and an electric motor in a manner similar to the Lexus GS450h. Unlike the GS (and virtually all other current hybrids), a production version of the FT-HS would make use of a capacitor system designed specifically for quick charging and increased performance.[3] Since the debut of this concept, Toyota has exhibited such technology in the Supra HV-R race car.[4]

The 2+2 vehicle features a unique retractable roof similar to a targa top. The rear seats would be folded down when the roof is retracted however.

In spite of the FT-HS being only a concept vehicle, Toyota's desired starting price for such a vehicle is stated to be in the mid $30,000 range.[5]

An August 2008 article from Automotive News indicated that a production version was no longer being considered.[6] However, a January 2009 article from Edmunds Inside Line states that "the V6 Supra replacement is still in the pipeline and is set for an early 2011 debut".[7]

Saturday, 24 September 2011

2011 Toyota Ft-86 ii Concept Car Wallpapers

2011 Toyota Ft-86 ii Concept Car Wallpapers

2011 Toyota Ft-86 ii Concept Car

2011 Toyota Ft-86 II Concept Car Pictures

2011 Toyota Ft-86 II Concept Car Pics

2011 Toyota Ft-86 II Concept Car

2011 Toyota Ft-86 II Concept Review

2011 Toyota Ft-86 II Concept Review

Toyota stands by its long tradition of manufacturing beautifully designed sports cars. It has been quite some decades 2000 GT hit the market place way back in the 60’s of the last century. It carries on to transfer the same excitement of a superbly competent machine. Then Corolla Levin AE86 happened. It instilled that all important sense of satisfaction in drivers. Frankfurt Motor Show 2011 next week will witness the coming of age of a new Toyota…it’s going to be Future Toyota (FT)-86 II concept sports coupe. They say, Levin AE86 is the inspiration behind the making of this new machine - at least in its front engine, rear-wheel drive features.

It first made its appearance in Geneva Motor Show 2009 as FT-86 and then FT-86 II coupe was launched at the 2011 Australian International Motor Show in Melbourne in July 2011. The third and revised edition is programmed to come in Frankfurt. The company wants us to believe that the new entrant is going to be much fast, light and smart than the previous offering. To bait the younger buyers, the company gave it a really attractive exterior design. The video and photographs of FT-86 II are already out and have instantly become the talk of town. That’s natural too as this concept (mind that it’s not a production model) looks a lot better than its fore goer. that takes the enthusiasts a step closer to the final production version. And there are plenty of indications about a possible launch of the production model in Australia in the third quarter of next year.

2010 Toyota FT-86 Concept Car Wallpapers

2010 Toyota FT-86 Concept Car Wallpapers

Toyota FT-86 Concept Car

Friday, 23 September 2011

2010 Toyota FT-86 Concept Pictures

The original red FT-86 Concept and a red/orange AE86 has been spotted at Toyota Megaweb, a monster two story building which displays the full lineup of Toyota and Lexus models sold in Japan. The Mega Web is a unique showroom in that you not only can touch and get in any car of the manufacturer without any restrictions, but you can take all the cars out onto the test track for a cheap fee! But I doubt the FT-86 is among these cars

Toyota FT-86 Concept Pics

Toyota FT-86 Concept

2010 Toyota FT-86 Concept Review

2010 Toyota FT-86 Concept Review

Tokyo, Japan - Meet the "Future Toyota 86 Concept" or FT-86 Concept. This compact sports car is set to debut at the Tokyo motor show later this month.

This sport coupe has some pretty compact dimensions with a total length of just 4.16 meters and a height of 1.26m (width and wheelbase are 1.76 and 2.57 meters), which gives the compact sports coupe a low center of gravity.

The FT-86 was created by Toyota's Europe Design Development known as ED2, their main focus is a low center of gravity and aerodynamics, while creating a "functional utility" with its highly-refined body.

In not keeping with the times, this concept does not feature any new technology of the hybrid or electric kind - which is a little weird.

The Japanese automaker wanted to create a compact feeling vehicle that is easy to drive and to handle, while being able to accommodate four occupants. In addition to its light curb weight and low centre of gravity, the FT-86 Concept boasts 'race car' handling as well as a 6-speed manual transmission and ADVICS brakes.

The interior of the FT-86 Concept looks very space age with its super modern seats while the rest of the interior features an instrument panel with a gray and white colour scheme, a navigation system, the gauges have red neon lights and digital displays as well.

The FT-86 will feature Subaru's 2.0 litre Boxer petrol engine, which only produces 120kW (160hp), although, there are rumors that it may be tuned up to around 150kW (200hp).

Monday, 19 September 2011

Toyota 4Runner Review And Pictures 2011

Toyota 4Runner Review

Few SUVs have the level of name recognition that the Toyota 4Runner enjoys. Launched in 1984, the 4Runner has always been Toyota's smaller and more affordable complement to the legendary Land Cruiser. Even though the first 4Runner was little more than Toyota's compact two-door pickup with a removable top, it was nonetheless rugged and tough. Over time, the 4Runner has earned its own reputation as a durable vehicle -- off-road and on.

During the SUV-crazy '90s, Toyota introduced more models into its product lineup. This allowed the company to move the 4Runner up a few notches in size, accoutrements and price. Still outfitted with a solid rear axle, however, the current Toyota 4Runner boasts old-school brawn, which helps to set it apart from the other midsize SUVs in its class, especially those that have moved into crossover territory.

For some buyers, this traditional SUV style might be a detriment. Overall, though, the 4Runner should be a good choice, new or used, for consumers in need of a dependable SUV that's comfortable for everyday use while still being rugged enough for recreational off-road duty.

Toyota 4Runner Pics