i-unit Overview
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The i-unit is a form of personal mobility that seeks to attain
a greater balance of meeting individuals wishes to enjoy freedom
of movement, harmony with society, and harmony with the Earths
natural environment.
Concept
Expanding Human Abilities
This union of driver and vehicle is intended to expand human
abilities and possibilities.
Theme
Inspire the Individual
Making a better world with mobility leading the way to a greater
bond between people and the planet.
Movement expands our world by creating possibilities and encounters
among nature, society, people and culture. Movement brings us new
sensations, discoveries and acquaintances, enabling individuals to
lead fuller lives and cultivating a sense of belonging with the
planet.
Design Theme
The Leaf
The design, inspired by the leaf that converts sunlight into life
energy, seeks to express the power of the unknown, the logic of
living things and the simple beauty of waste-free
functionality.
Main Features
Mobility with an Ultra Compact Size
The i-unit creates a seamless transformation between vehicle and
human movement, minimizing occupied space and energy consumption
with its lightweight and ultra compact size.
Variable Positioning
The i-unit has a compact size enabling the passenger to move among
other people in an upright position in low speed mode, and a low
center of gravity that ensures stable handling when the vehicles
reclines in high speed mode.
Ease of Operation
Drive Controller
Drive-by-wire technology and intuitive handling enable the
passenger to maneuver on-the-spot turns and drive at high speed at
will.
IT Controller
A driver support information system uses sound, light and vibration
to facilitate interactive communication.
Driver Support System
The driver support system features Intelligent Transport System
(ITS) technology, which Toyota hopes to utilize for an
accident-free society. The system permits efficient and safe
autopilot driving in specially equipped lanes.
My-unit
A personalized recognition system can provide information and
music, and body color can be customized, according to the
individuals preferences and emotions.
Environmentally Friendly Body Materials
The body is built using environmentally friendly plant-based
materials such as kenaf.
Main Specifications
Length (mm) Low-Speed Mode 1,100
High-Speed Mode 1,800
Height (mm) Low-Speed Mode 1,800
High-Speed Mode 1,250
Width (mm) 1,040
Wheel Base (mm) Low-Speed Mode 540
High-Speed Mode 1,300
Tread (mm) Front 850
Rear 830
Body Weight (Kg) 180
Minimum Turning Radius (m) (Outer Side) 0.9 (When turning in
place)
Drive System In-Wheel Motors (Rear)
Battery Type Lithium Ion
