Toyota is planning to create a high-performance version of its luxury SUV, the Century. Rumors suggest that the Japanese automaker may replace the hybrid V-6 with a more powerful V-8 engine.
The standard Century SUV is offered with a plug-in hybrid V-6 configuration producing 406 horsepower. While an earlier version was the only Toyota in history to offer a V-12, experts are not confident that this configuration might return.
At the Century’s launch, people noticed a variant with the Gazoo Racing badge, featuring sliding rear doors reminiscent of a minivan. However, it was soon discovered that it was a fully developed GRMN, owned exclusively by Akio Toyoda, President of Toyota.
“The Century I own is the only GRMN in existence for now,” Toyoda explained, noting that he wants to “create a GRMN that many people around the world can use.”
When asked if the Century GRMN would be introduced, Toyoda replied: “We are planning,” but added that they need to “wait a little.”
It’s worth noting that the luxury model is currently sold only in Japan and China. Toyota has already suggested making a high-performance SUV, with GR head Tomoya Takahashi recently stating that it is a necessity.
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