We really like Toyota’s vision of the future!

Toyota offers us an attractive proposition with its FT-Me concept, a vehicle that could succeed where the Smart Fortwo has failed.

A compact car, accessible from age 14, yet comfortable and versatile—this is the Toyota FT-Me concept. But let’s explore further. Although the Fortwo was a brilliant idea, its high price hindered its adoption. Today, electric powertrains are changing the game, and small two-seaters are gaining popularity, as demonstrated by the success of the Citroën Ami and Fiat Topolino.

The FT-Me fits perfectly within this trend. Toyota Motor Europe proposes a 100% electric micromobility vehicle combining premium design and affordable price. Inspired by mobility solutions developed by the brand for the Tokyo 2021 and Paris 2024 Olympics, the FT-Me targets city dwellers seeking practicality and sustainability. Less than 2.50 meters long, this compact yet spacious vehicle takes up half a parking space or one-third when parked perpendicularly, making urban life much simpler.

With or without a license, and accessible for PWD

Its design, which the manufacturer compares to a motorcycle helmet, combines robustness and lightness with a nice two-tone black and white finish. In France, it is accessible from age 14, and its customization makes it appealing both for individuals and professionals. Innovative, the FT-Me offers 360° visibility, enhancing safety and maneuverability. Its advanced connectivity integrates with smartphones for intuitive use. Another major point: it is fully operable via steering wheel controls, allowing complete accessibility, especially for wheelchair users.

Toyota also emphasizes its ecological commitment with a vehicle designed to maximize recyclability and reduce its carbon footprint by 90%. Equipped with a solar roof, it adds up to 30 km of daily range, sometimes eliminating the need for recharging. The figure seems very optimistic, even excessive, but on a very lightweight and underpowered car, why not?

The FT-Me embodies Toyota’s vision of “Mobility for All,” responding both to young drivers’ expectations and to urban users concerned with efficiency. This concept, combining style, practicality, and sustainability, could well be a symbol of the future of individual urban mobility. An idea that appeals to us and which finally seems destined for a bright future.

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