Toyota displays new generation battery electric technologies

Toyota today provided an insight into the design and technology possibilities it is exploring for next-generation of battery electric vehicles by presenting its FT-3e concept for the first time in Europe at its Kenshiki forum in Brussels. Toyota FT-3e features the versatile new generation BEV architecture that allows to create a wide variety of products including the Lexus LF-ZC luxury sedan and the performance-oriented FT-Se sports car.

These present information as the driver approaches the vehicle, such as the state of battery charge

This next generation BEV vehicles are designed to achieve the lowest possible weight and optimised aerodynamics for increased efficiency and range, whilst at the same time bringing a focus on efficient resources usage.

The FT-3e is a concept that also embraces a wide range of future technologies that go beyond delivering carbon-neutral mobility to connect with society, acting as a transfer medium for data and energy – to and from the car itself or its surroundings.

It has a sweeping exterior design that combines advanced styling and aesthetics, with bodylines and surfaces kept as simple as possible. Digital displays extend from the lower side the body to the upper door section. These present information as the driver approaches the vehicle, such as the state of battery charge and the interior temperature and air quality.

FT-3e dimensions

Length (mm) / Width (mm) / Height (mm): 4,860 / 1,955 / 1,595

Wheelbase (mm): 3,000

Passenger capacity: 5

Reference: FT-3e is 17 cm longer, 14.5 cm wider and 5.5 cm lower than the bZ4X