Even if it can be properly described by the adjective "mini", the main novelty of this jewel is the 3+1 seating capacity at only 118 inches of total length, meaning that it can take for a ride, three adult passengers and a child or luggage. In order to offer enough interior space on such a small platform, a series of technical innovations had to be adopted, including a new smaller air conditioning unit, a flat fuel tank mounted under the seats, a compact differential , slimmer seats asymmetrical dash board and a center take-off steering column.
The new model steps on the catwalk with a diesel and two petrol engine choices which combined with the low weight and compact size of the car should be proud of its CO2 emissions around 100g/Km and its better fuel consumption which will make Toyota Prius angry.
The new minicar, which received a 5- star safety rating in Euro NCAP tests, will be available in European and Asian showrooms towards the end of this year and Toyota hopes to sell at least 100,000 units in the first year of production.
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