Toyota calls the FT-1 'a symbol that captures elements of the emotion and energy' of future products. Originally penned by CALTY Design Research, Toyota's California-based American design team, who took their influence from classic Toyota sports cars like the 2000GT and Celica.
Toyota says its designers drew inspiration from modern superhero films for the FT-1's cockpit, drawing on the use of high-tech materials rather than the bright, garish colours of comic book characters. To this end, CALTY went as far as comparing leather thicknesses,
grain size and textures to find the perfect combination for the FT-1's simple, driver-focused cabin.
It is also possible that, like the larger and architecturally unrelated Lexus LC500 and 500h models, the so-called Supra could be offered in both conventional combustion and petrol-electric forms.
The electric system is expected to come in the form of two torque-vectoring motors at the front and a third unit at the rear, contributing to an all-wheel drive layout.
But, if Toyota skips electrification, we could at least expect the engine range to focus on petrol four- and six-cylinder units, all turbocharged.
Depending on configuration, power figures upwards of 260kW have been reported in the Japanese and European press. With a target weight just south of 1400kg also reported, any power figure beyond 200kW is sure to satisfy.
As for the Supra name… that’s still to be confirmed
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