Technology is just half of the equation where driverless vehicles are concerned. The other half belongs to comfort, especially important when there’s nothing to do but enjoy the ride. Toyota aims to address both with its MX221 autonomous taxi concept set to be previewed at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas.
Toyota brings its version of future mobility to the 2023 CES
Envisioned as a ride-hailing vehicle capable of Level 4 autonomous driving, the MX221 showcases a massive cabin occupied by four seats, each sporting an ergonomic design. However, this is only the tip of the iceberg, as the interior carries four configurations.
The default mode is called MX Pass, featuring the seats in a standard two-row arrangement. Switching to MX Plus has the rows facing each other, good for meetings on the go. MX Access accommodates a wheelchair inside, while MX Prime emphasizes luxury with two seats on board that offer functions such as power recline and a deployable tablet complete with digital keyboard.
The seats can be rearranged in up to four configurations
More tech features developed by Toyota supplier Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. include lap airbags, a UV-C sanitizer, folding entertainment system, light-up door panels, and in-cabin monitoring that provides safety notifications and trip updates. The entire cabin is made of environmentally friendly materials engineered to minimize the loss of thermal energy.
Outside, the MX221 brings a smooth (if boxy) exterior with squared-off wheel covers at each corner. A lighted external signage in front greets passengers as the vehicle pulls up, while a rear signage spanning the tailgate glass projects a message that warns drivers when the vehicle is coming to a stop. Split doors at the sides slide outward for easy ingress and egress.
A projection on the rear glass warns drivers behind when the vehicle is stopping
The MX221 is one of two futuristic concepts that Toyota is bringing to the 2023 CES, the other being the smaller MOOX that features interchangeable seats and interior items. It also has a wellness space that measures the amount of the occupant’s stress and fatigue levels, apart from being equipped with Level 5 autonomous driving.
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For the local market, Toyota Philippines offers 22 car models. The most affordable of these is the Toyota Wigo hatchback. Toyota also has three sedan models namely the Vios, the Corolla Altis, and the Camry. It then has one entry to the pickup truck segment, the Hilux. For coupes, Toyota Philippines offers two models: the GT 86 and the Supra. The Toyota local SUV segment has four models. These include the Fortuner, Land Cruiser, and Land Cruiser Prado. The Toyota MPV segment for the Philippines has three models: the Avanza, Rush, and the Innova. Then there are two Toyota vans in the Philippine market: the Hiace and the Hiace Super Grandia. For hatchbacks, there's the Wigo, the GR Yaris, Prius, and the Yaris, while the minivan segment then has the Alphard. And lastly, the crossovers sold by Toyota include the Corolla Cross, and the RAV4.
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