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Toyota is developing a next-generation hybrid powertrain that is expected to deliver a roughly 15 percent improvement in fuel economy.
By Eleanor Ellington · 1 min read
Toyota is preparing a next-generation hybrid powertrain that is expected to cut fuel consumption by around 15 percent. The upgrade is aimed at a substantial boost in mileage, allowing drivers to travel further on every tank of fuel.
The overhaul is described as covering the powertrain as a whole, rather than a single component. For buyers who increasingly scrutinise the running costs of their cars, a gain of that size would be significant, and hybrids remain one of the most practical ways to reduce petrol dependence without moving straight to fully electric models.
Hybrid technology has long been central to Toyota's range, and improvements in efficiency feed directly into how competitive those models are. A 15 percent reduction in fuel use would lower the cost of ownership for drivers while also reducing emissions, in line with tightening environmental requirements across the car industry.
The source material does not give a launch date or name the models that will receive the new powertrain, so the central figure and the general direction of Toyota's hybrid development are the verified points at this stage.
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