Toyota has announced a new crossover for Europe

Company Toyota officially announced the release of a new crossover for the European market. It is known that the premiere of the model will take place On March 12, however, the manufacturer has not yet disclosed any technical specifications or details, reports AvtoSvit.

It is expected that it will electric coupe-like crossover, ready for mass production.

What is known about the new product?

The photo published by Toyota shows the car in profile. In silhouette it resembles crossover coupe, which suggests that the novelty may become a serial embodiment Toyota bZ Compact SUV concept, which was first introduced back in 2022.

If so, the new electric crossover will take niche position between C-HR and bZ4X, offering stylish design and environmentally friendly powertrain.

History of the Toyota bZ Compact SUV

Concept bZ Compact SUV debuted on Los Angeles auto showHe distinguished himself by:

✔ Original double spoiler;

✔ Futuristic interior with a steering wheel instead of a classic steering wheel.

However, the production version will likely be less extravagant and will receive traditional steering mechanism.

Toyota bZ electric car family

Currently the series bZ includes:

• bZ4X – electric crossover, available in Japan, China, USA and Europe.
• bZ3 – an electric sedan created in collaboration with BYD and FAW, what sold in China.

Toyota encountered problems with the bZ4X - due to a defect that caused the wheels to fall off during sudden braking, the company had to recall cars and even buy back some of the sold models.

Toyota plans to – to release seven electric vehicles in the bZ line, which will allow the company to strengthen its position in the field of electric vehicles in the global market.

Visnovok

New electric coupe-like crossover Toyota will become an important addition to the bZ family. His presentation On March 12 will provide more answers about the manufacturer's design, features and market strategy. At the same time, Toyota is looking to strengthen its presence in Europe, adapting to the growing demand for electric cars.