It is flexible and could be used to support different models in the future.
Toyota TGNA is already the platform that underpins a variety of its cars and crossovers all over the globe. Now, the automaker has announced the new GA-B version for small vehicles. Its dimensions are smaller than the GA-C version that was previously available. C-HR And Corolla use.
The GA-B allows for variable track widths and wheelbase lengths. This gives designers the flexibility to design vehicles with different looks but the same underpinnings. The platform has a MacPherson Strut front suspension and a MacPherson Strut rear suspension. It can also be used with either a torsion beam, or multi-link rear suspension depending on the model.
Toyota claims that the GA-B platform’s vehicles should be enjoyable to drive due to the seat position and position of the steering wheel. The wheels are located at the corners of the chassis. This allows for shorter body overhangs and maximizes interior spaces.
Although the announcement by the automaker doesn’t mention it, the battery that would power the rear seats is quite large. We can infer that Toyota plans to offer hybrid or PHEV versions of these compact cars.
Toyota’s announcement does not specify which vehicles will use the GA-B platform. It’s possible to envision a future generation Yaris riding upon these underpinnings.
Toyota could also build a small utility vehicle using the GA-B chassis due to the popularity of crossovers. The company has confirmed plans to build a yet unannounced crossover at the joint venture factory in Huntsville, Alabama with Mazda. Rumours suggest that this vehicle could be a production model of the rugged and lightweight FT-4X concept.