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2023 Tokyo motor show: latest news and pictures

The 2023 Tokyo motor show has unveiled some exciting new concepts and designs for future vehicles. Let’s take a closer look at some of the highlights:

Nissan Hyper Urban

The Nissan Hyper Urban is a crossover vehicle that is comparable in size to the Qashqai. It is designed to be easily upgradable as technology advances, with a removable instrument panel that can be replaced with one featuring future technologies. The Hyper Urban also incorporates grid-balancing V2X technology.

Subaru Sport Mobility Concept

Subaru has showcased the Sport Mobility Concept, a rugged sports coupé that pays homage to Subaru’s rallying heritage. This concept introduces new design elements that deviate from Subaru’s current lineup. It also hints at the potential use of advanced torque vectoring technology, giving the driver control over all four wheels.

Read more: Subaru channels rallying heritage with electric off-road sports car

Suzuki eVX

Suzuki presents the eVX, their first electric vehicle that falls into the S-Cross size category. The eVX aims to carry forward Suzuki’s 4×4 legacy while embracing electric power. The concept, which was showcased at Auto Expo 2023 in Delhi, is equipped with a 60kWh battery, offering an impressive range of 550km (342 miles) on a single charge.

Read more: New Suzuki eVX concept previews 342-mile electric crossover

Suzuki eWX

Suzuki has also introduced the eWX concept, a fun and practical crossover that sets the stage for the next-generation Wagon R Kei car. It embraces electric power and provides a range of 142 miles on a single charge.

These concepts from Nissan, Subaru, and Suzuki demonstrate the innovative direction the automotive industry is heading towards at the 2023 Tokyo motor show. With their cutting-edge features and technologies, these vehicles hold great promise for the future.

Motorsport

Toyota FT-Se Concept Teased As Electric Sports Car Concept

Toyota is giving us a glimpse of a new sports car that will be showcased at the upcoming Japan Mobility Show. The teasers reveal a futuristic-looking coupe, which is quite different from the currently available GR86 or Supra models. It seems to be an evolved version of the Sports EV concept. The new car shares a similar shape and features an orange body with a black roof, suggesting that it may be closer to a production-ready model.

Named “FT-Se,” this electric sports coupe prominently displays Gazoo Racing badges both inside and outside. In fact, the Toyota logo is absent from the rear, replaced by a black and red “GR” badge with a white font. This new badge is also visible on the steering wheel and front fender.

Toyota FT-Se teasers

The exact meaning of “FT-Se” has not been revealed by Toyota. However, based on previous models, “FT” denotes “Future Toyota.” For instance, the 2014 FT-1 concept eventually became the Supra in 2020. Presumably, the “S” in FT-Se stands for “sport” and the “e” signifies electric.

This electric sports car not only has zero-emission capabilities and a futuristic exterior design but also features a brand-new interior concept that is unrelated to the GR86 and Supra models. The digital instrument cluster is positioned above the steering wheel, flanked by an infotainment screen on the right and another screen on the left. Toyota claims that the concept includes new kneepads to protect the driver’s body from G-forces during aggressive driving.

While it’s still uncertain if Toyota has plans to put this concept into production, there is hope considering company chairman Akio Toyoda’s recent suggestion to revive the Celica. Additionally, rumors of a new MR2 model continue to circulate.

More details about the Toyota FT-Se concept will be revealed on October 25 or 26 during the press days of the 2023 Japan Mobility Show.

Motorsport

2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron Interior Revealed With Front Passenger Display

Audi has unveiled the interior of the 2025 Q6 e-tron, giving us a closer look at the cabin design and onboard technology. This electric vehicle (EV) is significant for Audi for several reasons. Firstly, it is similar in size to the popular Q5, positioning it between the Q4 e-tron and Q8 e-tron in Audi’s EV lineup. Secondly, it is the first model based on the Premium Platform Electric (PPE) developed in collaboration with Porsche and the new E3 electronics architecture. And thirdly, the cabin has been redesigned with a focus on user needs, combining technology, aesthetics, and sustainability.

The interior of the Q6 e-tron features a three-dimensional, high-contrast layout that creates a 3D spatial architecture, merging aesthetics and ergonomics. One of the standout features is the “digital stage,” which includes the Audi MMI panoramic display and the MMI front passenger display. The Audi virtual cockpit and MMI touch display make up the 11.9-inch panoramic display, while the front passenger gets a 10.9-inch display integrated into the dashboard design.

In addition to the displays, Audi offers an optional augmented reality (AR) head-up display (HUD) that projects relevant information onto the windshield for the driver. The cabin also includes the Interaction light (IAL), a curved LED strip that serves multiple functions such as vehicle status, safety indicators, and charging status. The E3 electronics platform enables a fully connected digital interior, allowing users to control various vehicle functions using Audi’s self-learning voice assistant.

Motorsport

Lamborghini Teases Mysterious Huracan Sterrato That Could Be A One-Off

Lamborghini has released an intriguing teaser video on social media, giving us a glimpse of a mysterious Huracan Sterrato. Although the car is concealed, the badges and other details indicate which model it is.

The accompanying post hints at the fusion of automotive engineering and artistic brilliance, urging us to make it special and unique. Lamborghini has previously used its Unica app to tease the Sian before its official debut.

 

Based on the post, it is speculated that this could be a one-off vehicle. The teaser video reveals glimpses of the car, showcasing a marbled blue exterior and blue stitching on the logo. Towards the end, we get a brief view of the Huracan with the Sterrato’s off-road upgrades, including the roof-mounted air intake, nose-mounted auxiliary lights, and front fender extensions. One badge on the car reads, “Opera Unica for Porto Cervantes 2023.”

Lamborghini previously unveiled the high-riding Huracan in November. It featured a 1.7-inch suspension lift and an updated version of the Integrated Vehicle Dynamics system. The track width was also increased, with 1.2 inches in the front and 1.3 inches in the back. Additionally, the car was equipped with aluminum panels for added protection to essential components.