The Tokyo Motor Show (東京モーターショー?) is a biennial auto show held in October–November at the Tokyo Big Sight,Tokyo, Japan for cars, motorcycles and commercial vehicles. Hosted by the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association(JAMA), it is a recognized international show by the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles, and normally sees more concept cars than actual production car introductions which is the reason why the auto press see the show as one of the motorshow's big five.
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Here we have selected a list of 10 hottest concept cars from this year show:
10. Mercedes-Benz F 015
Our minds were blown at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show by the radically cool and futuristic Mercedes-Benz F 015 concept, which gave us a bright look at the future of autonomous transport. It turns out that was just the tip of the iceberg, as the Mercedes-Benz Vision Tokyo cranks up the Jetsons factor even further with a retractable driver’s seat and steering wheel, lounge seating layout, and hologram infotainment interface.
9. Nissan IDS
Let's start with the future, shall we? Nissan's IDS concept vehicle points to the next generation Leaf and also loaded autonomous technology. The Intelligent Driving car gets laser scanners, a 360 degree camera and artificial intelligence that let's it 'think' while on the move. This four door hatch also points to the future design direction of the next generation Leaf and houses a more advanced lithium ion battery. Wait till 2020 and Nissan promises to bring one of these on the road.
8. Honda Clarity
Honda has thrown it's hat in the ring of hydrogen powered vehicles with the Clarity Fuel Cell sedan taking on the Toyota Mirai. The car can cover 700 kilometres on a full tank, takes just 3 minutes to fuel up and is powered by a 100 kW motor. I am excited that Japanese car makers are betting big on fuel cell technology which will mean infrastructure will eventually happen, leading to adoption. Clarity will be launched on the lease model in Japan in March 2016.
7. Nissan Concept 2020 Vision GT
Nissan had another beauty to showcase at the motor show with this superhot, updated Concept 2020 Vison GT. What's also exciting is that this concept could be the direction for the next generation Nissan GT-R (R36). The Fire Knight red colour, thin headlights and the large rear diffuser are guaranteed to blow your mind away. The only way I can drive this beast is on the latest Gran Turismo 6 video game. Can't wait!
6. Lexus LF-FC
Toyota is furthering it's commitment to fuel cell technology with its Lexus LF-FC luxury saloon concept. This proves that hydrogen powered car doesn't have to be boring. The striking Lexus signature grille gets a new mesh design and the floating L-shaped daytime running lights are out of this world. If this is what the future looks like, count me in!
5. Toyota Kikai
Call it wild or dramatic or simply mad. The Toyota Kikai concept is unlike any other concept you see in the show. The company wants to showcase the complex beauty of the mechanical aspects of the car. But this is taking a bit too far I think because I am not really sure what to admire. The suspension are exposes and so is the rear mounted engine and the dashboard contains all analog meters. Nothing classic or complex about this one
4. Yamaha Sports Ride
Yamaha is the latest contributor to the lightweight, small sports car trend with its Sports Ride concept unveiled at the Tokyo auto show. A two-seat coupe that’s about the size of a Mazda MX-5 Miata, the Yamaha Sports Ride is meant to provide a driving experience that’s like riding a motorcycle.
3. Daihatsu Noriori
The not so appealing, box-shaped Japanese design has been taken to the next level with the Daihatsu Noriori concept. The theme here is accessibility with the ultra-low ride height and deployable ramps through the rear or dual sliding doors. It resembles a small toy engine car with the large headlamps and white and green shades across the body. This box I hope stays only in Japan.
2. Subaru Impreza
The next version of the Subaru Impreza will have a stylish, more mature design with aggressive lines, if this concept shown at the Tokyo auto show holds true to production. Subaru says the hatchback concept was built for "previewing the next-generation Impreza."
1. Mazda RX Vision
We all wait hopelessly for Mazda to come to India, don't we? One look at the Mazda RX-Vision and your hopes will turn into prayers. This concept car is powered by triangular rotors that rotate to compress fuel and deliver power. The design is quite dramatic and sleek on this red-hot two-seater and excites enthusiasts who loved the RX-8 four door coupe which got discontinued in 2012.
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