Toyota is preparing to launch an SUV version of the Century. Take the report with the proverbial pinch of salt but the outlet believes it’s going to be based on the Highlander However, it’s said to be longer than the donor vehicle and have two-row seating with ample legroom for rear passengers. The high-riding Century is believed to stretch at 5.2 meters (204.7 inches), which would make it even longer than the Land Cruiser. A massive wheelbase of 3 meters (118.1 in) is mooted, so a supremely spacious interior is expected. Toyota’s absolute flagship SUV is rumored to be 1,950 mm (76.7 in) wide and 1,750 mm (68.9 in) tall, with a curb weight of around 2,200 kilograms (4,850 pounds). It’s said to cost anywhere from 10 to 15 million yen, so $75,800 to $114,000 (€70,600 to €106,000). Toyota allegedly intends to have the Century SUV on sale at home in Japan as early as mid-2023, with no details about possibly exporting the vehicle to other markets. While the idea of giving the fabled name the sport utility vehicle seems sacrilegious, let’s keep in mind there’s now a whole family of Crown models In Japan.
