Paris Motor Show: Toyota Round Up
Toyota CH-R Concept
·
Toyota’s muscular
& athletic new green Crossover
·
Benefiting
from Toyota’s new hybrid Powertrain technology
·
Expected to
arrive in 2017
The British market for
SUV crossovers continues to grow and in response Toyota have debuted the
concept C-HR at the Paris Motor Show.
Combining both retrospective
design features and revolutionary technologies, the CH-R uses the packaging of
the RAV4 blended with the hybrid technology of the Prius. Toyota hope the new model
stands out from what they perceive to be a relatively “homogenous” market of
current crossover designs. Does it stack up to their aim of creating a
crossover built with stronger emotional qualities that make customers fall back
in love with driving?
Considering the shape the
CH-R looks very similar to the Peugeot Quartz, sleek and low set with powerful
alloy wheels. It has a broad and planted stance, with slim line LED headlamps
making the CH-R appear like it’s poised ready to attack the road ahead. This lowers
the centre of gravity whilst retaining a structural rigidity that improves
driving dynamics. The windscreen and drivers windows sweep back to create an uninterrupted
extension and improve both the driver and passenger view.
Details regarding the
engine size are scarce, although it is assumed power output will balance the
green approach and deliver the expected performance from a crossover.
Fuel Cell Sedan
·
Hydrogen
powered
·
Only emission
is water vapour
·
Result of 20
years research
Carrying four people in
comfort, the Fuel Cell Sedan has the driving range of a comparable petrol
powered engine whilst emitting only water vapour! A follow on from the FCV
Concept launched last year, the exterior remains pretty much the same, with a
few detail adjustments including the grille, headlamps and radiator.
Designed as a practical
model for everyday use, the Sedan is a front wheel drive four door and offers comfortable
seating for 4 passengers. It takes 3 minutes to refuel, with the fuel cell tank
and battery located under the floor to maximise cabin space.
Hydrogen is a fantastic
fuel alternative and appears to be the future of automotive power. Produced from
a wide variety of primary energy sources, including solar and wind power, it is
easy to transport. With new technologies improving the convenience of hydrogen
use in everyday motoring, a new era of motoring is dawning.
The smaller i-Road
harnesses the same technology whilst offering a true urban design for getting
around the city quickly. Designed for single passenger use, it is the first
road legal, single mobility, 0% emission vehicle.