Toyota EVs: return of the classics…
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It looks like Toyota’s Electric future will have room for some classic models. The EV pick-up at the bottom does look a lot like an electric version of the Tacoma. The classic “compact/mid-sized” pick-up. While Rivians, F-150 EVs, and Cybertrucks are great, most people will be interested in a more affordable and smaller Electric pick-up.
A Tacoma EV is of course a no-brainer.
While the Tacoma is still with us as an ICE model, the MR-2 and FJ Cruiser are long gone. But it appears they might come back as part of Toyota’s new lineup of EVS.
The roadster above would make a terrific new MR-2. It even has a removable top like the old ones.
And that little “Compact Cruiser EV” is obviously an FJ Cruiser for the 21st century.
Now with 4 proper doors.
I think this has the potential of being a huge hit. It gives Toyota a really cool-looking small SUV to go against the Bronco Sport. Toyota really needs to fast-track this one to production ASAP.
I hear VW is also working on a new “trucky looking” small EV.
It’ll be interesting to see which one comes out first…
finally sone nice designs from Toyota! The Compact Cruiser is brilliant, modern retro. So much better than their current RAV-4 and the upcoming bxyz or whatever that new car is called.
the MR/2 is interesting, not why it has such large front radiator openings, for an electric car.. perhaps a smoother front end, maybe copying their LeMans winning car would be better.
Mini electric or hybrid pickup truck is a no brainer. look at the success of the Ford Maverick.. read somewhere they are sold out until summer 2022