Daihatsu to Release Hybrid Commercial Minivehicle

Daihatsu Motor Co., of Osaka, Japan, is releasing a minivehicle powered by an electric-gasoline hybrid system, according to Kyodo News.

The four-seater, with collapsible back seats, has an engine capacity of just under 660cc. It is expected to improve carbon dioxide emissions and fuel efficiency by 30% or more. Its suggested retail price is about ¥2.22 million, more than twice the price of gasoline models.