Thursday, March 19th, 2009...4:38 pm
Toyota’s MR2 may return as a hybrid sports car
Toyota’s MR2 sports car may have only bowed out of the market less than two years ago but the popular nameplate may soon see a revival, and this time around it could even be sold exclusively as a hybrid.
The news comes from Toyota’s executive vice-president, Masatami Takimoto, who revealed during an interview with AutoExpress that his company is keen to replace the car, especially in the European market where the MR2 name is still held fondly. Takimoto confirmed Toyota was “developing a small hybrid sports car” but said it will be a coupe and not a roadster.
Takimoto also mentioned that Toyota has set itself a “tough price point”, and that making the car affordable will be just as important as making it an enjoyable drive.
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