Saturday, May 14, 2011

Toyota Sera

Toyota Sera
Manufacturer Toyota
Production 1990-1996
Predecessor Toyota AXV-II Concept
Class Sport compact
Body style 2-door coupe
Platform FF layout
Engine 1.5L 5E-FHE I4
110/6,400 (ps/rpm)
Transmission 4-speed automatic
5-speed manual
Wheelbase 2,300 mm (90.6 in)
Length 3,860 mm (152.0 in)
Width 1,650 mm (65.0 in)
Height 1,265 mm (49.8 in)
Curb weight 930 kg (2,050 lb)
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The Toyota Sera (model designation EXY10) is a two door, four seat (2+2) coupe built by Toyota from 1990 to 1996. Although produced solely for the Japanese market, it raised interest overseas and has since been imported by car enthusiasts into several countries including Australia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Canada, India, Ireland, New Zealand, and the UK. It was initially unveiled in 1988 as the Toyota AXV-II concept car in almost production-ready form. The name comes from the French word meaning "will be" (the French verb "being" in future tense), indicative of both the overall futuristic design and also the closeness of the concept car to the final production version. The Sera is most notable for its butterfly doors which tilt up and forward when opened, and the canopy constructed largely of glass panels.

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