Currently a rival to Smart -- and similar in size and packaging to boot -- Toyota engineers are exploring the development of a larger version of the car for those who'd like to carry more than a backpack, or maybe bring along some friends.

The development of a larger version would provide Toyota a direct rival for Volkswagen's soon to arrive Up!; Volkswagen's own interpretation of the sub-compact, city car, segment

Our take? It seems like an odd choice in an already full product lineup, but Toyota seems to be able to make thing work.


via Automobile Magazine