Some of the Weirdest Toyota Models Ever Conceived

 As long time fans of the Toyota moniker (guilty), we're big fans of whenever our favorite make pushes the envelope and produces something all new and unexpected. We're still wishing we could have the Mirai at our dealership. Like most of the automotive industry, we're always itching for something new to roll its way to the dealership. 

While we're big fans of Toyota, even we have to admit that not all the Toyota models ever produced or thought up are winners. Some of them are downright odd and we at Toyota of Orlando have cataloged them all for you right here!

Weird Toyota Models You May or May Not Have Heard of

Toyota Mega Cruiser

While we're in awe of this one, it is a bit of an odd duck. The Toyota Mega Cruiser is a Humvee clone that took to the streets of Japan from 1996 to 2002 as a peacekeeping vehicle. This tactical vehicle was used by first responders, soldiers, and other government offices but was produced in limited quantity for civilian use. This monster of an Orlando Toyota model packed a 4.1L inline 4-cylinder turbo diesel under the hood that was mated to an automatic transmission. To everyone's surprise, this vehicle actually produced more horsepower and torque than its North American progenitor, the Humvee. 

Toyota Tundrasine

Even we have to admit this one's wack. What do you get when you combine an Orlando Toyota Tundra with a limousine? The Tundrasine! Introduced during the 2015 SEMA convention, the Tundrasine was built off a 1794 edition Tundra and stretched 26 feet long. The interior, inspired by Lear Jets, was accessible via 8 doors and the vehicle still had a cargo bed. Like we said. Wack. 

Toyota Previa

Known infamously ass the "egg-van," the Toyota Previa was truly a special case. Popular in the 90s (1990 - 1997 to be exact),  the Orlando Toyota Previa used a mid-engine design to boost fuel efficiency. However, it was the bane of many auto mechanics because of its unique engine placement. An auto service expert would have to remove crucial interior components to access basic engine parts. Combine that with the poor safety ratings and you have one rotten egg of a minivan.  

Toyota Sera

Combining a DeLorean with the aesthetics of a modern James Bond movie will get you the Orlando Toyota model Sera. A 3-door hatchback coupe with winged doors is enough to turn heads anywhere. The Sera (not Michael) was produced in Japan from 1990 - 1995 and used a 1.5L inline 4 cylinder engine under the hood with either a manual or automatic transmission. 

While these Toyota models are unique in their own ways, you can find a normal Toyota right here at Toyota of Orlando! Check out our inventory online today or visit the dealership at 3575 Vineland Road.