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Click the image above for a gallery of live and press shots of the Toyota Hi-CT.

Toyota's presence at the Tokyo Motor Show has been markedly unremarkable, with four concepts debuting that have done little to excite those of us in attendance. One of the more interesting, and to an extent, plausible models is the Hi-CT concept, which we originally described as the unholy union of a Mac truck and a locomotive. Seeing the Hi-CT in person provided a better perspective of what Toyota was after - namely an economical way of getting a couple of people to and fro along with their "active lifestyle" accoutrements. Of all the concepts shown by Toyota, the Hi-CT was one of our favorites, if for no other reason than it had a clear purpose that was thoughtfully and originally executed.

Our original post has more details and we've added a handful of live shots to our press pic gallery.

Gallery: Toyota Hi-CT concept

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click above image for 12 more images of the Toyota Hi-CT Concept

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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