Geneva Motor Show to be Host of Toyota's EV Prototype iQ

Toyota iQ EV

Toyota’s EV prototype—a Toyota iQ package equipped with an all-electric powertrain—will make its European debut at the Geneva Motor Show.

Toyota uses its Hybrid Synergy Drive technology as the platform on which to build its EV powertrain. Developed in parallel with the company’s full Hybrid (HV), Plug-in Hybrid (PHV) and Fuel Cell Hybrid (FCHV) vehicles, the EV represents Toyota’s long-term vision for short-range sustainable mobility.

The EV prototype offers a range of up to 105 km (65 miles) per charge on the Japanese C08 test cycle.

The new Toyota EV will undergo trials in Europe during 2011 and a fully engineered production vehicle will be launched in Europe in 2012, as part of a lease program. Toyota will showcase three World and one European premieres at the 2011 Geneva motor show: the Yaris HSD concept, Prius +, FT-86 II concept and EV Prototype.

Source: Green Car Congress