Toyota Yaris Hybrid-R Concept Showcased in New Video
Curious as to how the Toyota Yaris Hybrid-R concept’s powertrain works?
In the video below, the Japanese automaker goes into detail on the interesting Yaris Hybrid-R, which will make its official debut at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. Perhaps giving consumers an inside look at the future of Toyota’s hybrid technology for road vehicles, the Yaris Hybrid-R concept actually borrows the same technology found in Toyota’s TS030 Le Mans race car.
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As a result, Toyota wants to show off the powertrain which offers 300 horsepower from a 1.6-liter turbo engine powering the front wheels, while a pair of electric motors (60 hp each) power the rear wheels, delivering a total of 420 horsepower. The result is a system that’s versatile enough for daily driving on city streets or taking your vehicle out onto the track. Could Toyota be on the verge of offering affordable performance in a hybrid vehicle?
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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