Toyota Mirai
The Toyota Mirai is a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle (FCV) made by Toyota. It is the first mass-produced FCV. The car was introduced in 2014, and it uses hydrogen to produce electricity for its motor. The Mirai is part of Toyota's efforts to create more environmentally-friendly cars. It has been sold in various countries, including the United States, Japan, and parts of Europe.
| Toyota Mirai | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Toyota |
| Production | December 2014 – present |
| Assembly | Japan: Toyota City, Aichi (Motomachi plant)[1][2] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size luxury car/Executive car (E)[3] |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Layout |
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First Generation (2014-2020)
[change | change source]| First generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Production | December 2014 – 2020 |
| Model years | 2015–2020 |
| Layout | Front-motor, front-wheel-drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Electric motor | 4JM Fuel cell-powered 113 kW (152 hp) 335 N⋅m (247 lbf⋅ft) |
| Transmission | 1-speed |
| Battery | 1.6 kWh Nickel-metal hydride[4][5] |
| Range | 502 km (312 mi) (EPA)[6] 122 liters (2 x hydrogen tanks) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,780 mm (109.4 in) |
| Length | 4,890 mm (192.5 in) |
| Width | 1,815 mm (71.5 in) |
| Height | 1,535 mm (60.4 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,850 kg (4,078.6 lb) |
The first generation of the Toyota Mirai was produced from December 2014 to 2020. It was the first commercial vehicle to use Toyota's fuel cell technology. The car was built to be efficient, with a range of up to 312 miles (502 km) on a full tank of hydrogen. It used a front-wheel-drive layout and had a 113 kW electric motor powered by hydrogen. The first generation of the Mirai was sold in several markets, including the United States, Japan, and Europe.
Second Generation (2020-present)
[change | change source]| Second generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Production | December 2020 – present |
| Model years | 2021–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Layout | Rear-motor, rear-wheel-drive[9] |
| Platform | TNGA: GA-L[7] |
| Related | Toyota Crown (S230)[8] |
| Powertrain | |
| Electric motor | 4JM fuel cell-powered 182 hp (136 kW; 185 PS), 300 N⋅m (220 lbf⋅ft) |
| Transmission | 1-speed |
| Battery | 1.2 kWh lithium-ion |
| Range | 647 km (402 mi) (EPA)[6] 141 liters (3 x hydrogen tanks) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm (115.0 in)[9] |
| Length | 4,975 mm (195.9 in)[9] |
| Width | 1,885 mm (74.2 in)[9] |
| Height | 1,470 mm (57.9 in)[9] |
| Curb weight | 1,920–1,950 kg (4,230–4,300 lb) |
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The second generation of the Toyota Mirai was introduced in December 2020. It is built on a new platform and has rear-wheel drive. This generation has improved fuel efficiency and a longer driving range of up to 402 miles (647 km) on a full tank of hydrogen. It also features new technology, including Toyota's "Teammate" driver assistance system, which offers advanced driving and parking features. The second generation is also equipped with a new infotainment system introduced in 2023.
References
[change | change source]- ↑ "Japanese Production Sites" (Press release). Toyota. 2015-03-06. Archived from the original on 2015-03-18.
- ↑ "Toyota Launches the New Mirai". Toyota Motor Corporation Official Global Website (Press release). 2020-12-09. Retrieved 2021-05-14.
- ↑ "【トヨタの高級車価格ランキング】燃費やスペックも紹介！最も高いのは？" [【Toyota's luxury car price ranking】 Introduction of fuel consumption and specifications! What is the highest?]. Moby (in Japanese). Japan. 2017-05-25. Retrieved 2018-06-12.
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FCVswas used but no text was provided for refs named (see the help page). - ↑ Burt, Matt (2020-11-30). "New Mirai hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle - under the skin" (Press release). UK: Toyota. Retrieved 2021-04-16.
- ↑ "Toyota Crown Sedan FCEV – larger, luxury version of hydrogen-powered Mirai; Japan launch in November - paultan.org". Paul Tan's Automotive News. 2023-10-26. Retrieved 2023-12-01.
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 9.2 9.3 9.4 "Toyota to Unveil Next-Generation "Mirai Concept" at 2019 Tokyo Motor Show's "Future Expo"" (Press release). Toyota. 2019-10-19. Retrieved 2021-05-22.