Long live the new Hachi

New images have been released of Toyota’s FT-86 concept. This vehicle is being hailed as the next Hachi Roku. The car is lightweight rear wheel drive sports car that is being made in conjunction with Subaru. I can’t wait until someone does a rendering of the traditional black and white. Looks like a pretty fun car.

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PRESS RELEASE

1. FT-86 Concept (world premiere)
The FT-86 (“86″ pronounced “hachi roku”), a compact rear-wheel-drive sports car, provides driving joy and excitement.

* Compact design gives driver greater control, while body’s lightness and low center of gravity allow racecar-like handling
* Both power and environmental performance provided by 2-liter boxer engine and light body
* Flash Red body color contains hint of blue; interior expresses modern feel with minimal coverage of the highly refined structural components evoking enthusiasm for cruising

Vehicle Length Width Height Wheelbase Seating
FT-86 Concept 4,160 mm 1,760 mm 1,260 mm 2,570 mm 4

Via Autoblog