2007 Toyota Estima Hybrid MPV

2007 Toyota Estima Hybrid MPV

Toyota is soon going to start selling its redesigned Estima Hybrid minivan that features an MPV-optimized version of its well-known among enthusiasts THS II hybrid drive and an E-Four (electric four-wheel-drive) transmission.

The new Toyota Estima Hybrid will be delivered with a choice of three engines – two electric and a petrol one.

The electric motor in the front has a maximum output of 140 horsepower and 200 lb-ft of torque and the rear motor is capable to produce 66 hp and 95 lb-ft of torque.

A ‘traditional’ 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder gasoline engine features 145 hp and 145 lb-ft of torque.

Considering all these power sources, it’s no wonder that the new Estima accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 10.8 seconds, which is a way better than its conventional 4WD competitors can achieve.

Unfortunately, this generation of hybrid-driven Estima is supposed to be sold in Japan only, but I guess there is still chance that the hybrid MPV will eventually be exported overseas.

Photo: Toyota

See also: 2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid