Toyota Launches "Fine-Comfort Ride" Concept Vehicle
October 18 2017 - 1:58AM
JCN Newswire (English)
Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) has launched the "Fine-Comfort
Ride," a fuel cell vehicle (FCV) that envisions mobility in a
low-carbon society with advanced utilization of hydrogen and
renewable energy. The Fine-Comfort Ride proposes "a new form of the
premium saloon" by employing a flexible layout unique to
electric-powered vehicles and a large amount of available electric
power using hydrogen as an energy source.
Toyota pursued further possibilities of FCVs through the
development of the Fine-Comfort Ride. It offers excellent
environmental performance by discharging no CO2 or substances of
concern (SoC) while in operation, together with the convenience of
a generous cruising range with a hydrogen refueling time of about
three minutes. The characteristics of the Fine-Comfort Ride are as
follows:
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Fine-Comfort Ride
Exterior
- Adopts a diamond-shaped cabin that narrows towards the rear,
while being wider in all dimensions from the front to the center of
the vehicle, maximizing the space of the second row seats and
aerodynamic performance.
- Utilizes a flexible layout unique to electric-powered vehicles,
adopts an in-wheel motor, positions the wheels at the very corners
of the vehicle, and utilizes a body underside cover, thereby
achieving high running stability and quietness suited to a premium
saloon.
Interior
- In adopting the concept of "wearing comfort (being wrapped in
comfort)," the vehicle embodies future mobility that provides
additional value other than movement to the passengers and is not
simply just a "ride."
- The Agent function and the touch display are arranged around the
driver and passenger seats. The seats allow for flexible adjustment
according to posture, and the displays allow the driver and
passengers to freely access information. The seat layout can be
flexibly adjusted, so Fine-Comfort Ride can be used as individual
space or as a communication space for individuals.
The joy of fuel cells
- The Fine-Comfort Ride boasts quietness and smooth running and
also makes full use of the large amount of electricity provided by
hydrogen as its energy source. The interior features a full range
of equipment, and the car can achieve a cruising range of
approximately 1,000 km (JC08 test cycle).
Toyota is expected to display the Fine-Comfort Ride at Tokyo Big
Sight during the 45th Tokyo Motor Show 2017. The theme for this
year's show, which runs for 12 days from October 25 to November
5(1), is "Beyond the Motor."
(1) The 45th Tokyo Motor Show 2017 is to be held at Tokyo Big Sight
in Tokyo's waterfront area from October 25 through November 5, with
press days on October 25 and 26, a special-invitation day on
October 26, a preview day on October 27 and general-public days
from October 28 to November 5.
To access the exclusive site for Tokyo Motor Show 2017,
please visit http://newsroom.toyota.co.jp/en/tms2017/.
About Toyota
Supported by people around the world, Toyota Motor Corporation
(TSE:7203; NYSE:TM), has endeavored since its establishment in 1937
to serve society by creating better products. As of the end of
December 2013, Toyota conducts its business worldwide with 52
overseas manufacturing companies in 27 countries and regions.
Toyota's vehicles are sold in more than 170 countries and regions.
For more information, please visit www.toyota-global.com.
Source: Toyota
Contact:
Public Affairs Division
Global Communications Department
Toyota Motor Corporation
Tel: +81-3-3817-9926
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