Information about the project is scarce, though the report stated that the goal is to debut the mid-engine sports car by 2025.
According to overseas media, Toyota, Suzuki and Daihatsu Group have made new progress in the research and development of a mid-mounted rear-drive sports car. The car may be equipped with a 1.0T three-cylinder engine with a maximum power of 120 horsepower. , the maximum torque is 200 N m, and the weight of the car will be controlled within 1 ton.
The new car will be jointly completed by Toyota, Suzuki and Daihatsu. Suzuki will be responsible for the development of the engine. It is expected to provide it with a 1.0T three-cylinder engine with a maximum power of 120 horsepower and a maximum torque of 200 Nm.
At the same time, the chassis of the new car will be completed by Toyota, which may share chassis components with Toyota YARiS. At the same time, the body size of the new car is expected to be 4200/1720/1220mm in length, width and height, and the wheelbase is about 2550mm. The styling of the new car will be designed by Daihatsu, and it is expected that it will learn from the Daihatsu Copen. According to previous news, the car may have three exterior designs, reflecting the family characteristics of Toyota, Suzuki and Daihatsu.
