Tokyo 2015: Toyota Three-Seater Concept Set For Debut

Cameron Aubernon
by Cameron Aubernon

Coming to the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show, Toyota is set to bring a three-seater open-wheel concept based on the Lotus Seven which could see production.

Power for the concept is said to be from a 1.5-liter four-cylinder hybrid pushing 100 horsepower through a CVT to the back wheels, Motoring.com.au reports. Dimensions include a weight of 1543 lbs — thanks to carbon fiber — an overall length of 146 inches, and an overall width of 68 inches.

The publication’s source on the matter says the vehicle’s competition would include the Mazda MX-5 and Honda S600/S1000 should the concept hit the assembly line, a scenario which could occur if the concept proves to be a hit among the press and public alike. Pricing would start at $30,000 AUD ($23,000 USD), with the showroom-ready version bowing at the 2017 Frankfurt Auto Show before global sales kick off in 2018.

[Source: Toyota]

Cameron Aubernon
Cameron Aubernon

Seattle-based writer, blogger, and photographer for many a publication. Born in Louisville. Raised in Kansas. Where I lay my head is home.

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  • DrGastro997 DrGastro997 on May 27, 2015

    If you're ever in Tokyo you'll see tons of similar open wheeled autos used for delivering pizza, ramen, soba, sushi...

  • HerrKaLeun HerrKaLeun on May 27, 2015

    Am I asking for too much wanting to see the correct picture of that vehicle described in the article without having to follow the link?

  • Volt 230 Volt 230 on May 28, 2015

    They build this but won't built an affordable, small sporty car?

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    • Volt 230 Volt 230 on May 28, 2015

      @racer-esq. smaller than FR-S, like it was announced last week, with the warning that it will most likely NOT be built after all!

  • Psarhjinian Psarhjinian on May 28, 2015

    Hmm.. So, basically a Yaris' power levels with almost thousand less pounds. Thats...not a bad thing. Not a bad thing at all.

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