Tokyo 2007 Preview: Toyota Hi-CT Concept
by Damon Lavrinc on Oct 10th 2007 at 2:28AM 
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Toyota's Hi-CT aims to be the youthful, edgy, cool kid on the concept block. With a front end only a Mac truck and a locomotive union could love, the Hi-CT has an over exaggerated beltline and short overhangs that can easily dispatch the tight corners found in Tokyo proper. The rear deck can be used for weatherproof cargo or can house either a pair of seats while lounging on the beach or a small-size trunk.
Power comes courtesy of a 1.5-liter engine mated to a hybrid motor, complete with plug-in capability, while a AC100V accessory socket lets users plug in their favorite portable electronics once they've arrived at their destination.
Gallery: Toyota Hi-CT concept
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Toyota Hi-CT
The Hi-CT aims to offer a new "coolness" and new ways to have fun as a departure from conventional vehicles-an edgy, urban vehicle inspired by the thinking and lifestyles of youth.
* Offers a new kind of automotive "cool" and sense of enjoyment.
* Has a new look unconstrained by conventional vehicle size (length 3,330mm x width 1,695mm x height 1,780mm).
* Adopts plug-in hybrid technology, which allows it to charge from an external power source and gives it a greater driving range when running on its battery-powered motor; by placing the battery under the floor, achieves a highly efficient cabin with a higher driver position.
* Comes with an AC100V accessory socket that enables stored electricity-made possible by plug-in hybrid technology-to be used for a variety of applications.
* Features a removable rear trunk and a deck where surfboards, bicycles and other equipment can be loaded.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
whofan 3:15AM (10/10/2007)
Wow! Toyota even copied GM`s Furture Liner. Build it Toyota.
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Calebe 9:34AM (10/10/2007)
I was thinking 1950 Cabovers from GMC/Chevy and Ford.
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- 4:34PM (10/10/2007)
I was thinking 1984 Optimus Prime. This is cool, I'd like to see it built, I'd definitely consider it for a purchase.
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John Metcalf 6:35PM (10/10/2007)
How about 6th generation Scion xB? I would dig this front end on a four door box.
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Eljay 1:10AM (10/11/2007)
Certainly an exciting concept,but how about making a concept car with a name not including the word "urban"? Now that would be truly radical! ;-)
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