Introducing the Toyota Hybrids Family
Funny thing, starting something new. It can be daunting at first, but it only takes a few followers to make you realise you're doing something right. It's the same with us and hybrid technology.
First came the Prius, arriving on the streets of Tokyo in 1997. Then came the Auris Hybrid, pushing our fuel efficiency ambitions even further. And next year the story continues, with the launch of the 7 seat Prius+ and the Yaris Hybrid Concept. Leading by example, you might say.
Yaris Hybrid Concept
Yaris Hybrid concept, first seen at the Geneva Motor Show 2011, anticipates Toyota's intention to bring Hybrid Synergy Drive to the B segment - Europe's largest - as part of the company's European roll-out of HSD technology.
Yaris Hybrid concept inherits all the clever DNA of the Yaris, offering customers an ingenious combination of small, compact packaging and a spacious, practical interior, while introducing a new, sophisticated exterior design.
Yaris Hybrid concept's sleek, monoform shape is emphasised by the long, sweeping roofline and a single, crisp character line. Short front and rear overhangs and a long wheelbase maximise interior space. Hybrid-specific styling cues include aero corners, integrated rear spoiler, blue LED running lights and striking white pearl paintwork with blue metallic accents.
In addition, solar panels have been applied to the entire roof surface of Yaris Hybrid concept, independently powering the air-conditioning unit for improved full-hybrid fuel economy.
Toyota's proven, Hybrid Synergy Drive technology combines low fuel consumption, emissions and cost of ownership with uniquely relaxed, quiet driving and an all-electric EV mode. In Yaris HSD concept the battery at the heart of HSD is located under the rear passenger seats, with no intrusion into the cargo space. This durable and reliable nickel-metal hybrid battery is designed to last the entire lifetime of the car, and is just one element of an entirely redesigned and repackaged powertrain.
Yaris Hybrid Concept will be on sale in 2012.
Auris Hybrid
The world's most advanced, innovative, compact family car brings low emissions, £0 road tax and stunning fuel economy with over 700 miles on one tank of petrol. Introducing the New Auris Hybrid - a car that defies convention at every turn - the first Toyota hybrid built in Britain, more environmentally friendly than ever before and the latest member of a forward-thinking family.
The world's most advanced full hybrid technology guarantees superior performance and efficiency.
Prius Hybrid
The all new, third generation Toyota Prius with Hybrid Synergy Drive builds on the strengths of the earlier, revolutionary models. That means an even smoother, quieter, cleaner and more fuel effective drive. It means more space, dynamism, power and performance. In short, the best just got better.
Our latest full hybrid technology makes owning a Prius even more satisfying. It's a cutting edge combination of petrol and electric power that brings compellingly clear benefits - an effortless drive. With a combined power of 136hp, the smooth and efficient 1.8 VVT-i engine seamlessly boosts you from 0 to 62mph in a crisp 10.4 seconds. Hybrid Synergy Drive helps to produce 72.4mpg with CO2 emissions of only 89g/km.
Shaped by nature, Prius has a sleek, aerodynamic profile with a cool, contemporary and welcoming interior which is brimming with innovative and intuitive technology.
Hybrid Synergy Drive is the world's most advanced full hybrid that combines a 1.8 litre VVT-i petrol engine with two electric motors to provide low fuel consumption and CO2 emissions with powerful yet peaceful performance.
7 Seat Prius+
Toyota Prius+ is Europe's first full hybrid seven-seater. Designed from the ground up, Prius+ provides significant extra space, while retaining all the traditional attributes of Prius such as the lowest fuel consumption of any seven-seater on the market.
With its world debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2011, Prius+ is a further expansion of the Toyota Prius family, joining Prius and Prius Plug-in Hybrid.
This new vehicle offers three, independent, split/folding second row seats and a 50:50 split/folding third tier. The sleek, bold styling features an extended roofline with an integral, panoramic sunroof, retaining the iconic Prius silhouette and its characteristic aerodynamic qualities. Sharp-edged headlamps and aero-corners feature alongside distinctive rear styling.
The latest generation of Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive® powertrain found in Prius+ includes a lithium-ion battery pack, installed entirely beneath the second row seating, offering no compromise to the seven-seat passenger accommodation or loadspace of the MPV-style interior.
As in the standard Prius, the Prius+ features three 'on-demand' drive modes to increase the capabilities of the full hybrid powertrain, including the EV mode for zero emissions, zero fuel consumption, all-electric driving.
7 Seat Prius+ will be on sale in 2012.
