The latest production version of Toyota's revolutionary iQ made its debut at the Paris Salon of 2008. Last seen as a short in the final design shown in Geneva earlier this year, iQ is a city car that is so innovative that - like the Toyota Prius - it stands as an important milestone for the future development of the vehicle.
The radical thinking behind Toyota iQ conventional car design becomes the head. Toyota engineers went to extraordinary lengths to redesign, re-engineering or the placement of components to achieve its goal of a car that is less than three meters long, but has four seats inside with no compromise on space, comfort and driving fun.
Toyota iQ redefines what a car should be in the era of congested cities and increased environmental awareness, not least by achieving emission levels of carbon dioxide that began in 99g/km. At the same time, it is fun to drive with excellent dynamics and advanced technology.
Hiroki Nakajima, iQ Toyota's chief engineer, explains: "For the development of iQ my research for a design concept befitting a stylish and small, sophisticated car began by providing the customer. My theory was that the group of people best suited for the style of this car, small size and premium edge would be described as "post-modern '- people who demonstrate independence in their choice of lifestyle and values."
Toyota iQ can be ordered from now on, the delivery takes place in January 2009. Every year the volume of sales for Europe is expected to be around 80,000 units.
DESIGN
Five years ago Toyota launched a program to dramatically improve vehicle packaging, focusing on solutions for the miniaturization of key developments of the vehicle. The result of this project formed the basis for the development of the Toyota iQ.
The goal was a new kind of city car that would accommodate four people within an overall length of less than three meters. The result was a milestone in the solution that will influence long-term future development of Toyota vehicles. Toyota iQ is the ultimate expression of refined, but environmentally efficient urban mobility.
The extraordinary interior space in a car that measures just 2985mm long, 1500mm high and 1680mm wide is a tribute to the determination and ingenuity of Toyota's design team and engineering.
That can carry four people (three adults and one child) in comfort and safety to highway speeds, it is only the beginning of history. From a sheet of paper, Toyota has created an ingenious new and distinctive city car. And with its large, 2000mm wheelbase, Toyota iQ is a compact yet muscular stance that is like no other car.
Toyota iQ design represents the essence of Toyota's J-factor of heritage, encompassing the best elements of Japanese aesthetics, such as miniaturization and modernism. Most importantly it provides contradictory elements into harmony, as "small but spacious" or "high-tech yet human."
J-factor is the foundation of Toyota's Vibrant Clarity design philosophy, through long-standing paradoxes are resolved, such as how to create vehicles that are powered and dynamic, but at the same time rational and ingenious.
One of the three key elements of Vibrant Clarity is FreeForm Geometrics, which can be seen in the Toyota iQ's functional design technologies, for example, the "manta ray" style of the center console.
On the outside, another element comes into play - "Perfect imbalance of proportions." Large wheels placed at the end of the vehicle to a strong position that belies the car's compact size.
True to J-factor of minimalist aesthetics, Toyota iQ will be available from launch in three exterior colors: Pearl White Metallic, Black Metallic and Amethyst Metallic (more colors will be available later).
INNOVATIVE PRODUCTS SEIS a breakthrough in vehicle PACKAGING
Toyota iQ remarkable interior volume is reduced to its long wheelbase and short overhangs 2000mm - 530mm at the front and 455mm at the rear. Internal length of the rear of the instrument panel to the hip of the rear seats is an impressive 1238mm. To achieve this breakthrough, six space-saving innovations have been developed in engineering.
The integration of the front mounted on a conventional design of differential transmission allowed Toyota iQ to be built with an ultra-short front overhang. This reduction in total length, while at the same time increasing the length of the cabin. Artfully, not only reduces the amount of space required for the engine compartment, but also allows the front wheels of large diameter which is placed in the far corners of the vehicle. This shortens the overhangs, which in turn improves the stability and maneuverability.
Use center-off steering gear and put it in as the engine bay, transmission, engine and differential could return. The engine compartment could be considerably smaller, further reducing the front overhang.
Traditionally, fuel tank is located underneath a car in the rear seats. By making the deposit of plans, reducing it to only 120 mm in height and solving the problems of rapid changes in surface fuel levels that would normally create this design, the tank could be moved under the floor. Toyota iQ's fuel tank has a capacity of 32 liters, with a wide range of driving. Fishing rear back rear shocks allow interior space to be increased.
The thinness of the seats liberates a 40mm rear passenger knee height in the room. The seats that weigh up to 30 percent less than conventional ones, contributing to the overall fuel efficiency and low emissions. Using extruded pipe materials rather than steel sheet of high strength ensures the structure is rigid. The slimmer design, with integrated headrests, save space without sacrificing comfort or safety.
Reduce the size of the heater and air conditioning by 20 percent compared to the Toyota Yaris allowed engineers to make significant savings of space without compromising performance. This means that the blower unit, usually located in front of the front passenger, which could be integrated with the main ventilation unit in a central position. This innovation allowed the front passenger area to move forward, freeing up cabin space and increased legroom.
The innovative asymmetrical panel was designed to open the entire area of the cabin. Ensuring a wide legroom for the front passenger, even when the seat is in position later. The sliding seat configuration allows an adult 190cm tall to sit comfortably in the back seat behind a front passenger of the same height. Shoulder to shoulder distance between driver and front passenger is 50 mm wider than the Yaris and bears comparison with a vehicle in the segment C. Space at all seats and the design means there is plenty of room for three adults and one child, either passenger or luggage behind the driver.
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE
Toyota iQ Toyota's success is well established to reduce the environmental impact of its vehicles without compromising performance and driving dynamics. With CO2 emissions at the lowest level 99g/km (with manual transmission), is clearly a city car in the right place at the right time.
Its innovative, aerodynamic packaging has been achieved through a low height, low center of gravity and wheels pushed to the four corners of the car. This gives agility at low speed and unprecedented stability for a small car on motorways and winding roads. A minimum turning radius of 3.9 meters the more agile handling, even in crowded city streets.
Toyota iQ is based on a new platform with MacPherson strut front suspension and a newly developed compact torsion beam rear. Together, these provide dynamic high degree of comfort. The suspension is well adjusted to make the car hug corners at speed without losing stability.
IQ Toyota engines and transmissions have been developed under Toyota's philosophy of providing optimal unit of very low fuel consumption and emissions without compromising power and driving pleasure.
An engine at launch will be available: a 1.0 liters of gasoline VVT-i with a choice of five-speed manual or CVT Multidrive a new system.
1.0-liter VVT-i engine
The 1.0 liters of gasoline VVT-i engine, the 2008 winner of the engine of the year "in sub-class 1.0-liter is a lightweight, three-cylinder unit, producing 67bhp (68 Din hp) at 6000rpm and 91Nm of torque at 4800rpm. Combined with a high proportion of five-speed manual transmission, it returns 65.7mpg in combined cycle driving and 99g/km of carbon dioxide (provisional figures before final approval). This keeps Toyota iQ in the United Kingdom under the 100g/km threshold for vehicle excise duty, a reference point which is also used for tax purposes in other major European markets, too. Multidrive specified with the transmission, the engine emits 110g/km CO2 (provisional figure).
Multidrive transmission
Toyota Multidrive uses the latest continuously variable transmission (CVT) to give a very soft, while optimizing the balance between performance feel and fuel economy. Continuously monitors and selects the best combination of speed and change of speed, automatically eliminating "shift shock" or jumps when changing gears. To maximize torque without unnecessary acceleration and smooths gear changes, for example, limiting the changes up and down to shift for maximum braking force of the motor. The system provides all of the city features an easy automatic gearbox conventional.
Models equipped with a feature Multidrive ECO driving indicator lamp on the multi-information display. This encourages more economical driving by signaling when fuel is being saved, and therefore reduces emissions. Current and average fuel consumption are also permanently on display.
Gear shift indicator
Models with manual transmission are equipped with a gear shift indicator which shows the driver when to change up or down a gear to achieve better environmental performance. The system is the driving, the pressure of the accelerator pedal and vehicle speed into account and you can return a fuel consumption saving of between 0.5 and three per cent compared with the change in normal operation, depending on the habits of each driver.
Future developments
1.33 liters of a new dual VVT-i petrol engine with Stop & Start technology will be available on the Toyota iQ later in 2009. 1.4 D-4D diesel will be offered from launch in some European markets, but is not scheduled for introduction in the UK.
Many of the innovations of the Toyota iQ will be adapted and developed for future models of Toyota. The car is a major milestone in Toyota with the environment and efforts to develop technologies for much lower emissions. It is an essential part of Toyota to meet the challenge of the Japanese Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) voluntary commitment of the fleet average of 140 g / km emissions by 2009.
STILL active and passive safety
Toyota iQ benefits from sophisticated active and passive safety technology to protect drivers, passengers and pedestrians, with a range of features rarely seen progress in the smaller vehicles.
ABS integrated with Brake Assist (BA) and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) is standard on all models. Assistant director of vehicle stability control (VSC +) combined with Traction Control (TRC) is also in the whole range and incorporates the Department of Electric Power Control to minimize the risk of under-or oversteer.
The new braking system has 255mm front discs and 180mm drums. For safety and collision braking feel, "a kind of link the brake pedal is equipped.
The body has a high strength multi-path load structure efficiently absorb and disperse the impact forces. Designed by Toyota, enhances protection of occupants in a frontal collision through six strategic elements to absorb and redistribute the energy of impact, including the suspension side rail and cross members, dashboard cross member and the front tires located as far forward as possible.
The shape and height of the bonnet and a collapsible hood construction are designed to deform in an impact to mitigate pedestrian injuries.
All models are equipped with nine airbags. The passenger front airbag has a dual chamber design with a low pressure pump to fill the space between the passenger and the dashboard.
The driver has a knee airbag, which, because of the short steering column, can be placed closer to the knees of the driver, reducing deployment time and the required amount of inflation. In the front passenger side there is a new airbag cushion to work with seat belts and to reduce the force to disperse the head, chest and upper body. This air mattress is more effective in limiting motion than conventional hip, knee airbags, because Toyota iQ's asymmetrical dashboard design.
Protection of side effects is provided by two front side airbags, designed to limit the thorax and pelvis at the same time. Two side curtain shield airbags protect all four occupants of side impact to the head and neck.
Emergency locking retractor (ELR) seatbelts are fitted on all seats, with pretensioners and force limiters for driver and front passenger.
World first rear airbag
Toyota iQ is a world first breakthrough with a rear window curtain shield airbag. This deploys from the roof behind the rear headrests to protect occupants in a rear-end collision.
Isofix child seat anchors are installed in the rear seats. A high tensile steel frame construction with integrated seat head restraints provide drivers and passengers to safety and collision whiplash protection performance equal to Toyota's latest active headrest systems.
With its 360 degree approach to safety, Toyota aims to meet Euro NCAP five stars for occupant protection.
Aspiration EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATION
In line with its innovative design and high quality finish, we offer as standard a number of features to increase the premium style, comfort and convenience, along with more modest and conventional models specified in the city car segment.
Two grades are available - one seat and an upgrade version of premium. The main features are included (according to grade) alloy wheels, electrically adjustable heated door mirrors with integrated turn indicators, automatic air conditioning, privacy glass, smart entry and start system, dusk-sensing headlamps , rain-sensing wipers and a rear view mirror auto-regulation.
To add even more luster to his Toyota iQ, owners will be offered a wide range of dedicated accessories.
The radical thinking behind Toyota iQ conventional car design becomes the head. Toyota engineers went to extraordinary lengths to redesign, re-engineering or the placement of components to achieve its goal of a car that is less than three meters long, but has four seats inside with no compromise on space, comfort and driving fun.
Toyota iQ redefines what a car should be in the era of congested cities and increased environmental awareness, not least by achieving emission levels of carbon dioxide that began in 99g/km. At the same time, it is fun to drive with excellent dynamics and advanced technology.
Hiroki Nakajima, iQ Toyota's chief engineer, explains: "For the development of iQ my research for a design concept befitting a stylish and small, sophisticated car began by providing the customer. My theory was that the group of people best suited for the style of this car, small size and premium edge would be described as "post-modern '- people who demonstrate independence in their choice of lifestyle and values."
Toyota iQ can be ordered from now on, the delivery takes place in January 2009. Every year the volume of sales for Europe is expected to be around 80,000 units.
DESIGN
Five years ago Toyota launched a program to dramatically improve vehicle packaging, focusing on solutions for the miniaturization of key developments of the vehicle. The result of this project formed the basis for the development of the Toyota iQ.
The goal was a new kind of city car that would accommodate four people within an overall length of less than three meters. The result was a milestone in the solution that will influence long-term future development of Toyota vehicles. Toyota iQ is the ultimate expression of refined, but environmentally efficient urban mobility.
The extraordinary interior space in a car that measures just 2985mm long, 1500mm high and 1680mm wide is a tribute to the determination and ingenuity of Toyota's design team and engineering.
That can carry four people (three adults and one child) in comfort and safety to highway speeds, it is only the beginning of history. From a sheet of paper, Toyota has created an ingenious new and distinctive city car. And with its large, 2000mm wheelbase, Toyota iQ is a compact yet muscular stance that is like no other car.
Toyota iQ design represents the essence of Toyota's J-factor of heritage, encompassing the best elements of Japanese aesthetics, such as miniaturization and modernism. Most importantly it provides contradictory elements into harmony, as "small but spacious" or "high-tech yet human."
J-factor is the foundation of Toyota's Vibrant Clarity design philosophy, through long-standing paradoxes are resolved, such as how to create vehicles that are powered and dynamic, but at the same time rational and ingenious.
One of the three key elements of Vibrant Clarity is FreeForm Geometrics, which can be seen in the Toyota iQ's functional design technologies, for example, the "manta ray" style of the center console.
On the outside, another element comes into play - "Perfect imbalance of proportions." Large wheels placed at the end of the vehicle to a strong position that belies the car's compact size.
True to J-factor of minimalist aesthetics, Toyota iQ will be available from launch in three exterior colors: Pearl White Metallic, Black Metallic and Amethyst Metallic (more colors will be available later).
INNOVATIVE PRODUCTS SEIS a breakthrough in vehicle PACKAGING
Toyota iQ remarkable interior volume is reduced to its long wheelbase and short overhangs 2000mm - 530mm at the front and 455mm at the rear. Internal length of the rear of the instrument panel to the hip of the rear seats is an impressive 1238mm. To achieve this breakthrough, six space-saving innovations have been developed in engineering.
The integration of the front mounted on a conventional design of differential transmission allowed Toyota iQ to be built with an ultra-short front overhang. This reduction in total length, while at the same time increasing the length of the cabin. Artfully, not only reduces the amount of space required for the engine compartment, but also allows the front wheels of large diameter which is placed in the far corners of the vehicle. This shortens the overhangs, which in turn improves the stability and maneuverability.
Use center-off steering gear and put it in as the engine bay, transmission, engine and differential could return. The engine compartment could be considerably smaller, further reducing the front overhang.
Traditionally, fuel tank is located underneath a car in the rear seats. By making the deposit of plans, reducing it to only 120 mm in height and solving the problems of rapid changes in surface fuel levels that would normally create this design, the tank could be moved under the floor. Toyota iQ's fuel tank has a capacity of 32 liters, with a wide range of driving. Fishing rear back rear shocks allow interior space to be increased.
The thinness of the seats liberates a 40mm rear passenger knee height in the room. The seats that weigh up to 30 percent less than conventional ones, contributing to the overall fuel efficiency and low emissions. Using extruded pipe materials rather than steel sheet of high strength ensures the structure is rigid. The slimmer design, with integrated headrests, save space without sacrificing comfort or safety.
Reduce the size of the heater and air conditioning by 20 percent compared to the Toyota Yaris allowed engineers to make significant savings of space without compromising performance. This means that the blower unit, usually located in front of the front passenger, which could be integrated with the main ventilation unit in a central position. This innovation allowed the front passenger area to move forward, freeing up cabin space and increased legroom.
The innovative asymmetrical panel was designed to open the entire area of the cabin. Ensuring a wide legroom for the front passenger, even when the seat is in position later. The sliding seat configuration allows an adult 190cm tall to sit comfortably in the back seat behind a front passenger of the same height. Shoulder to shoulder distance between driver and front passenger is 50 mm wider than the Yaris and bears comparison with a vehicle in the segment C. Space at all seats and the design means there is plenty of room for three adults and one child, either passenger or luggage behind the driver.
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE
Toyota iQ Toyota's success is well established to reduce the environmental impact of its vehicles without compromising performance and driving dynamics. With CO2 emissions at the lowest level 99g/km (with manual transmission), is clearly a city car in the right place at the right time.
Its innovative, aerodynamic packaging has been achieved through a low height, low center of gravity and wheels pushed to the four corners of the car. This gives agility at low speed and unprecedented stability for a small car on motorways and winding roads. A minimum turning radius of 3.9 meters the more agile handling, even in crowded city streets.
Toyota iQ is based on a new platform with MacPherson strut front suspension and a newly developed compact torsion beam rear. Together, these provide dynamic high degree of comfort. The suspension is well adjusted to make the car hug corners at speed without losing stability.
IQ Toyota engines and transmissions have been developed under Toyota's philosophy of providing optimal unit of very low fuel consumption and emissions without compromising power and driving pleasure.
An engine at launch will be available: a 1.0 liters of gasoline VVT-i with a choice of five-speed manual or CVT Multidrive a new system.
1.0-liter VVT-i engine
The 1.0 liters of gasoline VVT-i engine, the 2008 winner of the engine of the year "in sub-class 1.0-liter is a lightweight, three-cylinder unit, producing 67bhp (68 Din hp) at 6000rpm and 91Nm of torque at 4800rpm. Combined with a high proportion of five-speed manual transmission, it returns 65.7mpg in combined cycle driving and 99g/km of carbon dioxide (provisional figures before final approval). This keeps Toyota iQ in the United Kingdom under the 100g/km threshold for vehicle excise duty, a reference point which is also used for tax purposes in other major European markets, too. Multidrive specified with the transmission, the engine emits 110g/km CO2 (provisional figure).
Multidrive transmission
Toyota Multidrive uses the latest continuously variable transmission (CVT) to give a very soft, while optimizing the balance between performance feel and fuel economy. Continuously monitors and selects the best combination of speed and change of speed, automatically eliminating "shift shock" or jumps when changing gears. To maximize torque without unnecessary acceleration and smooths gear changes, for example, limiting the changes up and down to shift for maximum braking force of the motor. The system provides all of the city features an easy automatic gearbox conventional.
Models equipped with a feature Multidrive ECO driving indicator lamp on the multi-information display. This encourages more economical driving by signaling when fuel is being saved, and therefore reduces emissions. Current and average fuel consumption are also permanently on display.
Gear shift indicator
Models with manual transmission are equipped with a gear shift indicator which shows the driver when to change up or down a gear to achieve better environmental performance. The system is the driving, the pressure of the accelerator pedal and vehicle speed into account and you can return a fuel consumption saving of between 0.5 and three per cent compared with the change in normal operation, depending on the habits of each driver.
Future developments
1.33 liters of a new dual VVT-i petrol engine with Stop & Start technology will be available on the Toyota iQ later in 2009. 1.4 D-4D diesel will be offered from launch in some European markets, but is not scheduled for introduction in the UK.
Many of the innovations of the Toyota iQ will be adapted and developed for future models of Toyota. The car is a major milestone in Toyota with the environment and efforts to develop technologies for much lower emissions. It is an essential part of Toyota to meet the challenge of the Japanese Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) voluntary commitment of the fleet average of 140 g / km emissions by 2009.
STILL active and passive safety
Toyota iQ benefits from sophisticated active and passive safety technology to protect drivers, passengers and pedestrians, with a range of features rarely seen progress in the smaller vehicles.
ABS integrated with Brake Assist (BA) and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) is standard on all models. Assistant director of vehicle stability control (VSC +) combined with Traction Control (TRC) is also in the whole range and incorporates the Department of Electric Power Control to minimize the risk of under-or oversteer.
The new braking system has 255mm front discs and 180mm drums. For safety and collision braking feel, "a kind of link the brake pedal is equipped.
The body has a high strength multi-path load structure efficiently absorb and disperse the impact forces. Designed by Toyota, enhances protection of occupants in a frontal collision through six strategic elements to absorb and redistribute the energy of impact, including the suspension side rail and cross members, dashboard cross member and the front tires located as far forward as possible.
The shape and height of the bonnet and a collapsible hood construction are designed to deform in an impact to mitigate pedestrian injuries.
All models are equipped with nine airbags. The passenger front airbag has a dual chamber design with a low pressure pump to fill the space between the passenger and the dashboard.
The driver has a knee airbag, which, because of the short steering column, can be placed closer to the knees of the driver, reducing deployment time and the required amount of inflation. In the front passenger side there is a new airbag cushion to work with seat belts and to reduce the force to disperse the head, chest and upper body. This air mattress is more effective in limiting motion than conventional hip, knee airbags, because Toyota iQ's asymmetrical dashboard design.
Protection of side effects is provided by two front side airbags, designed to limit the thorax and pelvis at the same time. Two side curtain shield airbags protect all four occupants of side impact to the head and neck.
Emergency locking retractor (ELR) seatbelts are fitted on all seats, with pretensioners and force limiters for driver and front passenger.
World first rear airbag
Toyota iQ is a world first breakthrough with a rear window curtain shield airbag. This deploys from the roof behind the rear headrests to protect occupants in a rear-end collision.
Isofix child seat anchors are installed in the rear seats. A high tensile steel frame construction with integrated seat head restraints provide drivers and passengers to safety and collision whiplash protection performance equal to Toyota's latest active headrest systems.
With its 360 degree approach to safety, Toyota aims to meet Euro NCAP five stars for occupant protection.
Aspiration EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATION
In line with its innovative design and high quality finish, we offer as standard a number of features to increase the premium style, comfort and convenience, along with more modest and conventional models specified in the city car segment.
Two grades are available - one seat and an upgrade version of premium. The main features are included (according to grade) alloy wheels, electrically adjustable heated door mirrors with integrated turn indicators, automatic air conditioning, privacy glass, smart entry and start system, dusk-sensing headlamps , rain-sensing wipers and a rear view mirror auto-regulation.
To add even more luster to his Toyota iQ, owners will be offered a wide range of dedicated accessories.