Toyota launched the first electric SUV

Metrotvnews.com, Los Angeles: Toyota started the car, "Sport Utility Vehicle" (SUV) in the first electricity market on Monday (05.07). Toyota launched its version of the popular RAV4. This car can reach over 100 miles and a minimum of six hours of charging time.

In the early stages, the vehicle will be sold only in California with a base price of 49,000 dollars. Japanese carmaker hopes to sell up to 2,600 units over the next three years.

Executives from Toyota Motor Sales USA, said believes Bob Carter, Toyota, the car will "attract the early adopters of advanced technology, similar to the first generation of the Prius" Toyota's pioneering hybrid car, which was founded 15 years ago to life.

"It's about the best mix of both worlds. Marry Completely new RAV4 EV EV efficiency, with the flexibility of a small SUV, it is really only all-electric SUV on the market," said Carter.

This car is twice as expensive as gas version of the RAV4. This version made ​​it impossible to drive from the city. Small expected demand. "It is for customers who prioritize the environment and appreciate the service has been designed," said Carter.

Carter explained that the new car is coming late to the market this summer in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego. Said, "We look forward to how the market reacts," Carter at the opening of the annual symposium litrik-26 car in Los Angeles.