Perhaps the closest thing we’ll ever have to a real crystal ball is the concept car. These unique and often mind-blowing specimens typically feature bold designs and even bolder features. The Toyota C-HR Concept is no different. It recently debuted at the 2014 Paris Motor Show and instantly went about turning heads thanks to some out-of-this-world styling and innovative features.
Of course, Toyota is no stranger to innovation. This is the brand that brought us the Prius, RAV4, and GT86 (Scion FR-S, after all. And the C-HR is just one more example in a long line of wholly unique models from Toyota built to inspire.
The C-HR rides on its own purpose-built platform and sports an emotionally charged exterior. Your typical Toyota this is not. From the front, the car’s fascia is similar to Toyota’s current design theme; however things deviate quickly when viewed from the sides and back.
Easily one of the most interesting design elements, the rear LED taillamps form a floating 3D-shape cluster and jet outward to meet the eye. The combination of large tires and squat stance lend the C-HR an incredibly athletic look, while a low center of gravity provides greater structural rigidity and improved driving dynamics.
In addition to one outrageously designed exterior, the C-HR adds to its eye-popping veneer with a new full hybrid powertrain that Toyota says will deliver significantly improved fuel efficiency. A sporty crossover hybrid with a delicious design and unrivaled driving dynamics? Yes, please.
For now, the C-HR remains a case study, albeit a decidedly gorgeous one. But don’t discount this futuristic-looking concept from becoming a reality someday. In fact, Toyota says its latest concept could hint at a new crossover hybrid model to be released down the road.
Whether that turns out to be the case or not we suspect we’ll at least see some elements from the C-HR make its way to production.
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