Toyota’s New MR2 May Have Just Been Caught Testing For The First Time
A prototype believed to be the next-generation Toyota MR2 has been observed conducting track testing at the Fuji Speedway.
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The brief
A mid-engine sports car prototype was spotted at the Fuji Speedway by a visitor. The vehicle, currently suspected to be the upcoming Toyota MR2, was recorded on the track during a development test.
Coverage from TechEBlog, Yahoo Autos, Road & Track, Car and Driver, and Carscoops emphasizes the vehicle's appearance, specifically noting the presence of Yaris-style lighting. Reports include audiovisual documentation of the car in motion on the circuit.
Observers are looking for further confirmation from Toyota regarding the identity of the prototype. Coverage does not yet specify a formal release schedule or confirmed technical specifications for the vehicle.
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Quick answers
Where was the prototype spotted?
The vehicle was seen at the Fuji Speedway.
Which vehicle model is the prototype suspected to be?
Coverage suggests the prototype is the upcoming Toyota MR2.
What specific design features have been noted?
Reports mention that the prototype features lighting similar to the Yaris.
Coverage (7)
- Gotcha: Toyota's New Mid-Engine Sports Car Possibly Caught Testing On Video Motor1.com · 7h ago
- Forget The New Supra, The New Toyota Celica Just Got A Lot More Real CarBuzz · 7h ago
- A Cafe Visitor at Fuji Speedway Just Caught Toyota’s Upcoming Mid-Engine MR2 Prototype on Track TechEBlog - · 7h ago
- Toyota’s Secret Mid-Engine Sports Car With Yaris Lights Is Buzzing Around Fuji Yahoo Autos · 7h ago
- Is This the Next Toyota MR2? Road & Track · 7h ago
- Watch and Listen to the Newest Toyota MR2 Development Car Go Testing at Fuji Speedway Car and Driver · 7h ago
- Toyota’s New MR2 May Have Just Been Caught Testing For The First Time Carscoops · 7h ago
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