Toyota Debuts Surprise Crown Crossover Four Door Convertible One-Off Project
Channel: Ogada On Reviews
Date: 08/02/2024

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Toyota may not have any convertible models in its global lineup at the moment, but this didn’t stop them from revealing two open-air vehicles within a couple of weeks.

After the Toyota Century SUV Convertible that was created as a parade vehicle for Sumo wrestling champions, the automaker revealed another one-off convertible in Japan, this time based on the Crown Crossover.

The Crown Convertible made its first appearance in an official video by Toyota Times. The lower part of the bodywork is carried over from the original Crown Crossover, but the roof and pillars have been chopped off. The resulting convertible retains four doors, akin to the donor car, but with frameless doors in this configuration. The rear deck has undergone a redesign, featuring a custom black trim piece to compensate for the absence of the rear glass.

The five-seater interior with light-colored upholstery remains consistent with the donor car. However, in the convertible version, passengers enjoy unrestricted headroom. Given its one-off nature, this convertible does not feature a retractable roof, preserving the cargo area and keeping the cabin permanently open to the elements.

There is no information available regarding any mechanical modifications, leading us to assume that the model is powered by the standard self-charging hybrid setup. This includes a turbocharged 2.4-liter gasoline engine and dual electric motors, providing a combined output of up to 344 hp (257 kW / 349 PS) in the Crown Crossover RS trim.