With the FJ Crusier being out of production, Toyota is looking for new ways to twist the SUV genre into new dimensions. Named Tj Cruiser after "toolbox" and "joy," the automaker's latest concept previews a new all-wheel drive hybrid product based on the brand's next-generation TNGA platform.

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The show car is a 14-foot-long four-seater with passenger seats that can recline completely flat, allowing the Tj to swallow bikes or even a couple of 10-foot surfboards. That's crucial if you live on an island like Japan, or a coastal place like California.

Power comes from a 2.0-liter gasoline engine combined with a hybrid system and an automatic gearbox, making it a front-wheel drive vehicle with on-demand four-wheel drive.

Practicality in enhanced not only by the massive sliding door, but also by numerous tie-down points in the interior. The special passenger seat behind the driver can be flipped up towards the front to create dedicated space for your groceries—no more veggies rolling around on the floor.

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Even better, the Tj's hood, roof, and fenders are sprayed with a special coating that resist scratches, dirt and smaller bumps. Because black hoods aren't just for classic Abarths.

The Tj Cruiser will debut next to Toyota's new hybrid targa sports car, the GR HV Sports concept, as well as the third-generation Century at the Tokyo Motor Show on October 25.

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