4 Reasons to Get Stoked About the 2016 Toyota Mirai

Mar 3, 2016

toyota The 2016 Toyota Mirai is a completely new model developed over the last few years. If you’re interested in high-tech vehicles, then the Mirai has plenty of features that will get your attention. Here are four reasons you should be stoked by the 2016 Mirai.

An Impressive Range Even Without Gas

The Mirai is one of the first cars dedicated to making the most of hydrogen fuel-cell technology. That means you can get a range that puts the top electric vehicles to shame. A single fill allows the Mirai to drive about 312 miles without stopping. Even the most expensive commercially available electric car only has a 270-mile range. Most of them can’t even go 100 miles between charges. That makes them good commuter vehicles, but ineffective for trips out of the city.

If you actually enjoy driving, then the Mirai is an obvious improvement. Instead of standing around waiting for your car to charge, you can get out on the road and explore the world.

Plenty of Speed and Power

An impressive range becomes a lot less exciting when you learn that a car doesn’t offer much power. Luckily, the Mirai doesn’t fall into that sad category. The motor delivers 151 horsepower and 247 pound-feet of torque. That’s enough power to take you from zero to 60 mpg in nine seconds. The Mirai also has a top speed of 111 mph. No matter what kind of driving condition you find yourself in, the Mirai is designed to handle it.

It’s Practically the Batmobile

Not everything is about performance. You also want to look cool in your new car. The 2016 Toyota Mirai definitely has you there. With its LED headlights, 17-inch aluminum wheels, and aggressive exterior aesthetic, it’s the closest you can get to buying a Batmobile without spending $1 million.

Comparisons to the famous caped crusader’s car of choice don’t end there. The Mirai is loaded with cool tech features, including:

A navigation system with a hydrogen fuel station locator
A heated steering wheel
Eight-inch color touchscreen
Bluetooth connectivity
An instrument layout that will make you feel like a super hero

The Technology of the Future

Mirai, which means “future” in Japanese, really does push technological boundaries further than any other car available to the public. During a time when some people are erroneously concerned about the safety of hydrogen fuel, Toyota took a chance and decided that facts matter more than unwarranted speculation.

Considering its wide range, excellent fuel efficiency, and cool features, it’s fair to say that the Mirai could change the way that buyers think about what they want from their vehicles. It’s even more impressive that Toyota has managed to do this without charging a ridiculously high price. While the Mirai is more expensive than most Toyota vehicles, it’s a steal compared to high-tech electric vehicles that don’t even come close to matching its specs.

If you’re the kind of person who likes to have the most technologically advanced gadgets, then you need to make room in your garage for the Mirai. The future is now, and it’s here to stay.

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