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Toyota will release the new Century Crossover, an ultra-luxury, top-of-the-line SUV, in November 2023, a crossover model of the long-rumored Century.

Regarding the official announcement of Toyota’s new “Century Crossover”

Surprisingly, the announcement of the Century Crossover was suddenly announced at the end of the press conference for the new Alphard and Vellfire . Simon Humphreys said, “The Century is the ultimate Chauffeur car. We are already working on boldly changing even the Century. A new edition will be added to Toyota’s Chauffeur series by the end of the year. ” It was done.

You can check the content if you watch from 12 minutes 17 seconds. I feel that they are putting a lot of effort into giving advance notice. At the same time, it is certain that it will be released in Japan.

The presentation will be given by Simon Humphries, Toyota Motor Corporation Director/Executive Officer and Chief Branding Officer, General Manager of Design Area. The live broadcast can be viewed on this website as well as on the official YouTube channel.

About Toyota’s new Century Crossover

The new “Century” is the first ” TNGA (Toyota New Global Architecture) platform ” and aims to realize the ride comfort befitting a Century, and has a newly developed “luggage room separate structure”. Adopts clear laminated glass . Equipped with a four-wheel steering system called “Dynamic Rear Steering”. Good maneuverability at low speeds, seamless and natural handling at medium and high speeds. The new Century is equipped with the newly developed plug-in hybrid system “THSⅡ Plug-in” that satisfies the needs at an advanced level . Equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine + motor, continuously variable transmission, and direct 4-wheel drive system . Total maximum output 406hp (303kW/412PS). During acceleration, the high-output motor and power control unit work together to quietly deliver abundant power and powerful torque. The model’s electric-only range is expected to be 53km. It uses the next-generation Toyota Safety Sense, which can detect bicycles during the day and pedestrians at night .

About the exterior of Toyota’s new Century Crossover

The overall length and wheelbase are long, giving it a solid feel. Adopts a headlamp that integrates four projector-type headlamps and an LED array AHS. The rear combination lamps are four deep lamps that give a sense of dignity. The car has been carefully carved by craftsmen (the iconic phoenix emblem at the front center has been used since the previous generation), and the painted surface has been thoroughly polished to give the body an overwhelming shine with mirror polishing. Every detail is finished by the hands of master craftsmen. Furthermore, the lineup includes two different specifications, the regular model and “GRMN” , and it is also possible to convert the rear door into a sliding door .

About Toyota new “Century” (crossover model) body color

Century White Crane Precious White Pearl x Silver

Century Dawn Prominent Gray x Silver

Century Rinpo Black x Silver

Century KIWAMI LINE Guren Glory Red x Silver

Century KIWAMI LINE Reimei Monochrome Prominent Gray

Century KIWAMI LINE Rinpo Single Color Black

Century KIWAMI LINE Reimei Shuttle Type Prominent Gray Black

About the interior of Toyota’s new Century Crossover

Adopts a 12.3-inch TFT display (full LCD digital meter). Fully reclining rear seats are equipped with features such as refresh functions that allow rear seat passengers to truly relax. Injecting outstanding technology into audio development. Creates a comfortable listening space reminiscent of live music. The rear door that opens up to 75 degrees and the swept floor make it easy to get in and out of the vehicle.

Toyota new “Century Crossover” specs

spec	New Century (SUV)
full length	5,205mm
full width	1,990mm
Overall height	1,805mm
Wheelbase	2,950mm
engine	3.5L V6 engine + motor
Maximum output	193kW (262ps)/6,000rpm
Maximum torque	335Nm (34.2kgm)/4,600rpm
Front motor maximum output	134kw (182ps)
Front motor maximum torque	270Nm (27.5kgm)
Rear motor maximum output	80kw (109ps)
Rear motor maximum torque	169Nm (17.2kgm)
Maximum system output	406hp (303kW/412PS)
Mission	Electric continuously variable transmission
Drive system	E-Four Advanced
WLTC mode fuel consumption	14.2km/L
price	25 million yen

Is there a reason to include Toyota’s new top-of-the-line SUV “Century Crossover” in the lineup?

Toyota’s current SUV lineup includes compact models such as “Rise,” “Yaris Cross,” and “C-HR,” middle-class models such as “Corolla Cross,” “RAV4,” “Harrier,” and “Crown Crossover,” and large-sized models such as “Land Cruiser Prado” and “Land Cruiser.” lineup. Toyota currently has more SUV lineups than other companies, but is it worth adding a new ” Century Crossover” to the lineup?

There are only cross-country SUVs in the large class.

We introduced the lineup earlier, but all of Toyota’s large-class SUV models are actually cross-country SUVs, and the body structure is based on a newly developed platform called the ( GA-F platform ) that uses a ladder frame. This model is suitable for running on rough roads and was developed with driving on unpaved roads such as deserts and rocky areas in mind. In other words, although it is largely an SUV, it is similar to the crossover SUV that is widely recognized today. Like many passenger cars, it has a monocoque body, provides a comfortable ride and is quiet, and there are no large models equipped with a hybrid system.

platform	Toyota
GA-B platform	aqua
GA-B platform	yaris
GA-B platform	Yaris Cross
GA-B platform	Sienta
GA-B platform	GR Yaris
GA-C platform	prius
GA-C platform	Prius PHV
GA-C platform	corolla sport
GA-C platform	corolla touring
GA-C platform	corolla
GA-C platform	C-HR
GA-C platform	corolla cross
GA-C platform	Voxy
GA-C platform	Noah
GA-K platform	camry
GA-K platform	Avalon (model not released in Japan)
GA-K platform	RAV4
GA-K platform	RAV4 PEHV
GA-K platform	harrier
GA-K platform	Harrier PHEV
GA-K platform	Highlander (model not released in Japan)
GA-K platform	Sienna (model not released in Japan)
GA-K platform	Alphard
GA-K platform	Vellfire
GL-F platform	land cruiser 300
GL-F platform	Tundra (model not released in Japan)
GA-L platform	crown
GA-L platform	MIRAI
GA platform	Gran Ace
e-TNGA platform	bZ4X

The base will be the GA-L platform, but there is no doubt that it will have more luxurious specifications than the Crown series.

TNGA	Toyota	lexus
GA-B platform	Yaris Cross	LBX
GA-C platform	C-HR	UX
GA-K platform	harrier	NX
e-TNGA platform	bZ4X	RZ
GA-K platform	highlander	RX
GA-K platform	grand highlander	TX
GL-F platform	land cruiser prado	GX
GL-F platform	land cruiser 300	LX
GA-L platform	century crossover	–

What is the position of the Century Crossover as a new top-of-the-line SUV?

I’ve thought about a lot of things so far, but it seems like it might not be an SUV based on the current third-generation Century . The current Century’s platform is not Toyota’s latest TNGA, but an optimized version of the 4th generation Lexus LS (long body car) for the new Century, and does not use the current TNGA platform. It is a little unnatural to convert a car model into an SUV. If it is a top-of-the-line model with a monocoque body, it seems natural to adopt the GA-L platform. Finally, in conclusion, there is certainly room for large-sized crossover SUVs in Toyota vehicles, so it makes sense to have the latest “top-of-the-line SUV” in the lineup.

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