On top of Lexus LS, Toyota also has a higher-end car-Toyota Century, which has been the exclusive car of Japanese royalty and politicians since its birth. Because it is rarely exported, it is little known. From manufacturing technology to technical equipment, Toyota Century represents the highest level of Toyota and even the whole Japanese car companies, and has always been regarded as "Japan's Rolls Royce". Nowadays, with the growth of SUV market demand, Toyota Century will also derive SUV models. Not long ago, the spy photos of the new car road test were exposed.

From the spy photos, the new car draws on the design elements of Toyota Century Car, and the front face is suspected to be equipped with a large-size shield-shaped air intake grille. However, the headlights on both sides adopt the now popular split structure. Combined with the renderings published by foreign media, the towering front and straight waterfall middle net are full of gas fields, while the three-stage air intake below further enhances the sports temperament.

There is a sense of sight of Rolls-Royce Cullinan on the back. The car body is outlined by a large number of straight lines, showing a steady posture, and the inclined wide D-pillar is exactly the same as Cullinan. However, the century SUV is decorated with chrome trim around the details such as windows and door handles, and with dense wheels, it is more elegant and high-end. It is reported that Toyota Century SUV will be built based on TNGA-K platform. The body size, length, width and height are estimated to be 5200/ 1950/ 1750mm, and the wheelbase is 3000mm, which is larger than that of BMW X7.

The tail is suspected to be equipped with a through taillight group, and the upper and lower layered design echoes the front face, bringing a good sense of exquisiteness and technology. The interior is also in line with the times, equipped with a large-size central control panel, and the air-conditioning touch panel is suspected below. However, the flat center console and four-spoke multi-function steering wheel still emphasize the calm atmosphere. In addition, the black and brown two-color style, with a large number of wooden decorative panels, luxury is still the main tone. The car is expected to adopt 2+2 four-seat layout, independent seats in the rear row, electric adjustment/heating/ventilation/massage function, entertainment screen, central control screen, small table board, double skylight and so on. These all explain the executive class car.

As for the power, the information in the early exposure shows that Toyota Century SUV is expected to be equipped with the 3.5V6 hybrid system of Lexus LC500h, but it is planned to arrange the driving motor on the rear axle, emphasizing the vehicle positioning of "owner-driven", which is different from the Toyota Century sedan driven by full-time drivers. In addition, the new car is expected to introduce a Hybrid MAX hybrid system consisting of a 2.4T engine and front and rear motors, and an entry-level 2.5L plug-in hybrid model for consumers to choose from.

According to Japanese media reports, Toyota Century SUV is expected to be officially released in August this year, and the estimated price is100,000-150,000 yen, which is about 514-770,000 yuan. Considering that Toyota has registered the "Century" trademark in China before, it is possible for Toyota Century SUV to be introduced into China market in the future. Of course, more information about the new car has yet to be officially confirmed. So, are you looking forward to the arrival of Toyota Century SUV? How much do you think domestic pricing is appropriate? Welcome to leave a comment.

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