Toyota Yaris HSD Concept launched in Geneva

Toyota has the Yaris HSD concept makes its world debut at the Geneva motor show, marking an important step in the company’s strategy for rolling out full hybrid technology across its European model line-up.

The Yaris HSD concept inherits the clever packaging that has historically been a fundamental of element of Yaris, the upper grille opening is shallow, flanked by highly contoured headlamps, promoting a smooth airflow over the upper body. the Toyota emblem is fully integrated into the front lip of the bonnet.the car’s monoform shape is emphasised by a long, sweeping roofline and single, crisp character line running the length of the vehicle. Short front and rear overhangs and a long wheelbase maximise the room inside for passengers and luggage.

Toyota’s Hybrid Synergy Drive will carry these forward with the additional benefit of offering fully electric driving capability, the Yaris is equipped with Hybrid Synergy Drive. Details weren’t released, but it’s likely the HSD system that is used in the Prius and Auris HSD. This means we can expect a 98 hp (73 kW / 99 PS) 1.8-liter four-cylinder petrol engine as well as an electric motor that develops 80 hp (60 kW / 81 PS). Yaris HSD’s roof is entirely covered with solar panels, to provide independent powering of the car’s air conditioning unit, thus reducing fuel consumption.

The production model which will follow the Yaris HSD concept will be launched throughout Europe during the second half of 2012. Cars will be built at Toyota Motor Manufacturing France’s Valenciennes plant.

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