NS4 Toyota plug-in Hybrid Concept unveiled at the Detroit show 2012

After the coupe hybrid Lexus LF-A Concept Luke, the group of three oval revealed at Detroit 2012 another prototype plug-in hybrid: the NS4 Toyota Plug-In Hybrid Concept , alongside the new Toyota Land Cruiser SUV and All ‘other plug-in hybrid Toyota Prius C
Bluntly speaking, the model represents Toyota’s vision for the future of mobility and attention, in addition to the central topic of environmental sustainability in this period, changes to the connectivity between mobile devices.
“In the digital age we live in today, the vehicles come fully into the world of connectivity,” said Jim Lentz, TMS president and CEO. “The prototype NS4 shows the importance attached by Toyota to the relationship between man and machine using technologies that take into account emotional and rational relationship to a society in which the intertwining of people and vehicles can be rooted in a profound way.”

NS4 Toyota Plug-In Hybrid Concept

The goal they have set Toyota engineers was to devise a medium-sized prototype for potential commercialization, expected no later than 2015.
The NS4 berilna is a plug-in hybrid, something that differs from established family Prius, equipped with the transmission based on the Hybrid Synergy Drive. In this case, however, is thought to maintain the speed of charging times, but at the same time providing greater fuel economy, better acceleration and power and the extension of autonomy RIDC weight and size of the components.

Style NS4 Toyota Plug-In Hybrid Concept
The prototype is based on the new hybrid NS4 Toyota Plug-In Hybrid Concept design philosophy, modified based on the concept of triangle, ie, with the cockpit moved forward and with a reduced height.
Front, the grid is divided into two as daytime running lights have a wraparound shape and pillars are slim to improve visibility at the same time and maintain the integrity of the roof in a collision.
The rear lights are built around the rear sides of the vehicle, ending in the swelling of the fender, while the triangular profile of lighthouses form a sharp edge, creating the effect of a rear spoiler.
The profile hides the doors that open with an electric drive.

Greater connectivity to the edge of the NS4 Toyota Plug-In Hybrid Concept
The digital age we are living sees a strong integration between cars and systems of communication and entertainment and even the NS4 Toyota Plug-In Hybrid Concept  adapts to this change.
Toyota has created special partnerships with technology industry leaders like Microsoft, Intel and Salesforce right to explore the possibility of creating good interfaces for the interaction between vehicles and the latest technology. These partnerships will allow Toyota to stay ahead in this emerging sector of the automotive market.

The HMI technology offers the user interface of the prototype NS4 Toyota Plug-In Hybrid Concept completely built around a multi-touch display, much like a smartphone. The simple and intuitive operation of the device ensures fast and accurate information with minimal distraction and maximum liability road by the driver. Improvements in terms of multimedia will also allow the climate control, audio system, battery charging and navigation functions. The HMI system is also able to “remember” the preferences and habits of the driver to anticipate the reactions in particular situations and environments. NS4 Toyota Plug-In Hybrid Concept becomes a vehicle online in real time from all points of view, and equipped with full security systems with an advanced design and dynamic.