Overview
- Toyota announced the Nasu Edition concept with the Corolla Cross hybrid’s 2.0‑liter engine and three‑motor AWD system retained for a combined 196 horsepower.
- Off‑road changes include a custom suspension lift with unspecified added clearance, Toyo Open Country A/T III tires on truck‑style wheels, rock sliders, a one‑off body kit with a hood scoop, extra lighting, and an articulating roof rack.
- Lifestyle touches add a cargo drawer with a sliding refrigerator, interior illumination, and a custom downhill bike that pays tribute to Junior World Champion Asa Vermette.
- The SPAD team designed and built the prototype using CAD, 3D printing, and CNC machining, with a public display set for Nov. 4–7 in Toyota’s SEMA booth at the Las Vegas Convention Center (Central Hall, Booth 22200).
- Toyota warns the one‑off uses non‑production parts that may void warranties or be non‑street‑legal, while pricing and any production plans remain unconfirmed and outlets note efficiency would likely drop versus the standard hybrid.