Toyota has unveiled the FT-Bh concept, a new vehicle that aims to dramatically improve the efficiency of full hybrid cars.
The car manufacturer gave the world debut of the model at the Geneva International Motor Show. According to the manufacturer this vehicle "gives potential for future compressed natural gas hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions with even lower carbon emissions."
What can drivers expect from the new Toyota? As well as being an ultra-lightweight vehicle, the car has added to the room offered by the Yaris. Although the FT-Bh is longer than the Yaris (3,985mm long, 1,695mm wide and 1,400mm tall), it is 25% lighter (800kg).
Furthermore, it also enhances and improves fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. In fact, the FT-Bh achieves 134.5mpg fuel consumption and 49g/km CO2 emissions on average, an improvement of 50% over the Yaris.
Improving efficiency
Toyota states that the aim of this new car is to achieve the best possible fuel economy and emissions which has been achieved through low weight, aerodynamic design, very low driving resistance and an efficient powertrain.
During the process of creating the FT-BH, designers focused on five specific key areas. These were weight reduction, driving resistance (including aerodynamic and tyre performance), powertrain efficiency, thermal energy management and electricity savings.
The firm also claim that the FT-Bh concept demonstrates the adaptability of Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive technology. With this car, the manufacturer aims to prove how even greater fuel efficiency can be achieved in the medium term by using two alternative powertrains: a compressed natural gas hybrid (CNG-HV), with 38g/km CO2 emissions; and a Plug-in hybrid (PHEV), emitting just 19g/km.
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