Presenting the Toyota FT-86 Open
The all new Toyota FT-86 ‘Open’ convertible concept was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show earlier this year with the intention of gauging the reaction of the public and press.
The model was well received by attendees, which will likely lead to this prototype going into production next year.
This video from Test Driven UK offers a walk around and inside look at the FT-86 Open Concept, which replaces the hard top with a multi-layered canvas top with a full glass window at the rear.
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The hood folds beneath the fixed back seats, which are laid out in the same 2x2 configuration as the standard FT-86.
Most other modifications for the Open Concept are comparatively subtle, the stand-out change being a new white paint job to contrast against the navy blue roof.
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Yellow stitching accents complement the white seats and consoles inside, and the carpet is also a striking yellow.
As for the drivetrain, the FT-86 Open features the same 2.0-litre four-cylinder boxer engine as the coupe, producing 197 horsepower, which was crucial for the FT-86 being named Auto Express Performance Car of the Year.
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If this convertible model goes into production it’s also expected to feature six-speed manual and automatic transmission as options, with brakes, steering and suspension being identical to the coupe.
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In fact, Toyota has revealed that an open-top variant was left open as a possibility when the coupe was designed, meaning minimal modification was needed.