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2009 Toyota FT-86 Concept

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Last week the Internet was ablaze with rumors that the Toyota FT-86 was due to be completely redesigned after the initial concept's shape was ill-received at the 2009 Tokyo Motor Show. But Jaromir Cech, the project's lead designer, says that's not the case at all.

In an interview with Autocar, Cech makes it plain that the car will stay largely the same, though a few elements will change due to safety regulations and production realities. The front end, for example, will have to be raised a bit to comply with pedestrian impact standards.

We also expect the exterior to see changes similar to those between the Lexus LF-Ch concept and the production CT 200h: more rounded corners and less intricate shapes than the concept, the addition of conventional lighting in place of the highly stylized units on the concept, and, of course, a production-style interior.

The FT-86 is set to be one of the most exciting products to come out of Toyota in a decade, filling the sports car gap left in its product lineup since the exit of the MR2 Spyder and Celica--and it's definitely coming to the U.S. Rear-wheel drive, a 200-horsepower Subaru-sourced flat four engine and manual gearbox are the key ingredients in the enthusiast-friendly package. For more on the FT-86, read our concept coverage.

How's that? Some positive Toyota news on a day when the company is being raked over the coals in Congress.

[Autocar]





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  1. By Fuggoff Posted: 2/23/2010 9:56pm PST

    Hopefully it won't look too much like an econobox. You know, the run of the mill economy car that has way too much gap between the tires and the fender, rounded out headlights (compared to the concept). Prime example: Hyundai Genesis
     
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  2. By  drive a man wild Posted: 2/23/2010 11:58pm PST

    Well this Toyota FT-86 has a very smart and futuristic look.This car provides an easy and comfortable driving experience while delivering excellent fuel economy and extremely low emissions.I love it.Ne ways good post.
     
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  3. By  memory card Posted: 2/24/2010 3:02am PST

    I would agree to the point that Toyota FT-86 is the most exciting one to be released from the Toyota camp in a decade. FT-86 is among the most latest ones with the combined results of best styling and comfort features along with the fuel efficiency.
     
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  4. By bepsf Posted: 2/24/2010 2:00pm PST

    ....and the rear end will be equipped with a large boat anchor in case of a malfunctioning accellerator.
     
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  5. By Saabaru5 Posted: 2/24/2010 8:09pm PST

    I haven't been this excited about the release of a new car in forever it seems like. I absolutely can't wait for a chance to drive this thing! I would actually consider trading my Saabaru for a turbo version of this car, if/when it arrives a couple years after the initial release.
    I wonder what the Subie version will look like..
     
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