That would be awesome but will they do that considering ls/lc don't have a hybrid v35How about a detuned V35A to 380ps (V30A?)
That would be awesome but will they do that considering ls/lc don't have a hybrid v35How about a detuned V35A to 380ps (V30A?)
8GR hybrid setup was a great powertrain in the GS 450h, though I'm less enamored with it in the LS and LC.
I think it will replace Toyota Mirai (sold in Europe too), Crown Majesta (non more sold and was on old N platform) so as Crown (S220 on TNGA platform which already replaced the Crown Majesta). Sedans don’t sell, so consolidation is the only way.Just taking a guess here, but since it’s much longer than the current sedan, and a luxurious backseat, I think it might be heavier, I think that’s due to making it a Majesta type model. The current V6 hybrid is already a pig at 4200lbs. The LC500h weighs 4400lbs
Really no reason why you couldn't put the upcoming 2.4T hybrid from the Tacoma into an FR sedan. Toyota makes 2WD, 4WD, 2WD HV, and 4WD HV versions of the current Tundra transmission. The core section of the transmission is the same. The front is either a traditional torque converter/bell housing or the electric motor. The rear either has a tailshaft that mates up to a transfer case (for 4WD) or the prop shaft (for 2WD).Currently the “500h” denomination has two power possibilities: T24A hybrid and 8GR hybrid, which replace the 2GR hybrid. The 2GR hybrid was available in two configurations, transverse layout in the RX 450h and longitudinal layout in the GS 450h. The T24A replaces all 2GRs in FWD based cars, and in combination with hybrid and AWD eliminates the mechanical link between ICE and rear wheels. How can a T24A hybrid be developed for a RWD platform for only one model when there are three models that have 8GR, and two for the foreseeable future? The trucks will be like the Tundra hybrid, and their gearbox will be different due to 4WD transmission, which cannot just be put in the FR car platform.
Lexus didn’t put the V35A hybrid in a potential LS 600h. Why?Really no reason why you couldn't put the upcoming 2.4T hybrid from the Tacoma into an FR sedan. Toyota makes 2WD, 4WD, 2WD HV, and 4WD HV versions of the current Tundra transmission. The core section of the transmission is the same. The front is either a traditional torque converter/bell housing or the electric motor. The rear either has a tailshaft that mates up to a transfer case (for 4WD) or the prop shaft (for 2WD).
The job and tuning is done.Lexus Press said:Also to improve driving performance, the LC 500h Coupé’s lithium-ion battery for the Multi Stage Hybrid system now has higher-capacity cells. This delivers power more quickly, enhancing responsiveness and acceleration feel.
We don't know that Tacoma will only get HEV in 4WD. I was as shocked as you when I checked the transmission types on Tundra and realized that they offered HV in both 2WD and 4WD. I'm just saying that the parts will likely exist to make an FR HEV 2.4T happen. We don't know the size of motor or battery that will be powering the Tacoma HEV at this point, either. That said, IMO, the Tacoma HEV will be focused more on efficiency than power rather than Tundra/Sequoia which are basically performance hybrids.Lexus didn’t put the V35A hybrid in a potential LS 600h. For FR layout the electric motor will be different and quite probably less powerful than Direct4. Toyota doesn’t give trucks and cars the same engine tune, with the hybrid component it adds to the tuning/calibration job, and this only for one car. Unless of course, LS and LC get the T24A hybrid instead of their current 8GR. But the LC just got an update and the LC 500h has an upgraded battery, which will likely be what the new Crown sedan gets too.
The website already says HEV FR and not AWD. Tacoma HEV will be 4WD only, no RWD version.
As I said HEV is for both the 2.4T and the 3.5TTHEV should be 8GR-FXS. No way anything else, too much development otherwise. T24A hybrid from BOF platform will not fit cheaply.
I don’t see this as a GS replacement. It’s for traditional Crown heritage, with it being driven for executives in the backseat, that’s why it’s much longer than the current Crown. Kinda like a mini LS. GS is more sporty.
I wonder what happened with the Sports with it being ICE now. Maybe because of poor tech? I hope the IS turns routes and moves to ICE instead of ev like the Sports
Wheelbase | Length | Width | Height | |
Crown Majesta (S210) | 2,925 mm | 4,970 mm | 1,800 mm | 1,460 mm |
Crown (S220) | 2,920 mm | 4,910 mm | 1,800 mm | 1,455 mm |
Mirai (JPD20) | 2,920 mm | 4,975 mm | 1,885 mm | 1,470 mm |
Crown (S230?) | 3,000 mm | 5,030 mm | 1,890 mm | 1,470 mm |
LS (XF50) | 3,125 mm | 5,235 mm | 1,900 mm | 1,450–1,460 mm |