Toyota unveils commercial van to be built at Burnaston

Toyota has lifted the lid on a new hybrid electric van, which it will build at its Burnaston factory in Derbyshire.

The new Toyota Corolla Commercial Hybrid Electric Van was recently given its world premiere at the 2021 Commercial Vehicle Show in Birmingham.

Built at Burnaston, which is the home of European Corolla production – it will be the first full hybrid electric van in its class, according to Toyota.

It will include the same self-charging technology as the Corolla hatchback and Touring Sports passenger models.

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Toyota said this will give business customers the advantage of high fuel efficiency and low emissions, together with the ability to drive on pure electric power in EV mode.

Corolla Commercial is based on the Corolla Touring Sports 1.8 Hybrid model, with the rear seats removed and replaced with a spacious and easily accessible load area.

Mark Roden, operations director at Toyota (GB), said: “With its full hybrid powertrain, Corolla Commercial will give customers an exceptionally versatile vehicle that can be driven with zero emissions and fuel consumption during short urban runs while also giving the freedom to make longer journeys without the need for battery recharging.

“Toyota’s hybrid technology has well-proven reliability and delivers day-to-day savings on running costs with its fuel efficiency.

“It’s a unique addition to the Toyota Professional range and the wider LCV market and we’re confident will attract strong interest.”

The new model is scheduled to go on sale in summer 2022, with the UK being its first market.