2012 Toyota Yaris Hybrid which debuts at the Geneva Motor Show
Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive has downsized for the Yaris, 1.5-liter gasoline engine combining the new with the more compact electric motor, transaxle, inverter and batteries, which is 20 percent lighter than those used in Auris Hybrid. According to auto manufacturers, Toyota Yaris Hybrid will come with a redesigned front and rear fascias and even if the model has been fully revealed, all told, the system produces 100hp should make for a small car that quickly-especially given the electric motor will throw in a lump of instant torque.
The driver will also be able to use drive mode that creates zero particulate and NOx, CO2 exhaust emissions. Automatic air conditioning and e-CVT automatic transmission fitted as standard, indicating that the customer does not have to compromise on comfort in order to achieve low-emission performance. There is no mpg or more fuel economy claims at this stage, either, but the size is reduced from powertrain HSD and some smart-battery packaging and fuel tank located under the rear seat-Yaris Hybrid means maintaining all passenger spaces and booting 286 liters of conventional versions.
