Toyota Hyper F Concept is Ultra Sporty Fortuner Built With 3D Printed Parts

Intro

The Toyota Hyper-F Concept broke cover at the Bangkok Auto Salon recently. It is based on the Fortuner model and if it ever gets to production, it will be the most aggressive version ever. The concept was designed by TCD Asia (Toyota Customizing & Development). The Thailand-based company already creates vehicle accessories for several Toyota models. However, what helps this concept vehicle stand out are the 3D-printed components made from plastic pellets. There are no mechanical specifications available as of yet, so we can only speculate. However, we can make some educated guesses as to what the drivetrain of the Hyper-F might be like. Read on to discover what we think may be in store for this concept as well as a more detailed look at the accessory modifications.

Fortuner

Those of you reading this in the U.S. may not be familiar with the Toyota Fortuner so we should probably start with an explanation of what it is. The Fortuner is a traditional body-on-frame SUV that was first developed in Thailand in 2004 and built on the Hilux pickup truck platform. It is sold primarily in Asian markets. The closest equivalent to a U.S. model would be the 4Runner. The Hyper-F concept elevates the Fortuner to racetrack-ready specifications.

Fast & Furious

Take a closer look at the hood on the Hyper-F. Does it look familiar? The hood vents on the concept car are designed to look like those on the Mk4 Supra that Paul Walker drove in the original Fast & Furious movie. And while those vents may be a little gimmicky, the vast majority of vent work on the concept car is functional. This includes the vents at the front of the vehicle as well as around the wheels.

Wheels & Tires

The Hyper-F rides on 22-inch, forged TWS wheels. They were made specifically for this car, and they allow for a perfect view of the racing brakes that have been installed. Those brakes are from Powerbrake, a company known for producing off-road racing brakes. They have been used on Dakar Rally-winning vehicles in the past. Providing the grip is a set of Dunlop Sport Maxx 060+ maximum-performance summer tires. Clearly, this setup favors street performance over off-road performance. 

3D-Printed Parts

A pair of Japanese companies, Mitsui Chemicals, and APRK Corporation, supplied some of the advanced materials that you see on the concept. This includes a carbon-fiber-reinforced polypropylene resin. Other bits were 3D-printed from plastic pellets. You can clearly see these parts around the outside of the car. Over the wheels, there is a wheel arch extension of about two inches that is made out of these materials. And like just about everything on this vehicle, they are functional as well as aggressive looking.

Power

There is no official word on what is under the hood of the Hyper-F concept. The sportiest Fortuner on the market today is the GR-S model. It comes with more aggressive looks than the standard Fortuner and plenty of ‘GR’ badging. However, the power is not exactly mind-blowing. It has a 2.8L turbodiesel that makes about 221 horsepower. The torque figure is more impressive at 406 pound-feet. If the Hyper-F were to ever make it to production, it would need an engine that is more potent than what is found in the GR-S. The 382-horsepower turbocharged 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder from the GR Supra would do nicely.

Production Chances

Will the Hyper-F make it to market? Like most concepts, a production version would likely not include everything that is seen on the Hyper-F. However, it is possible that Toyota will build a high-performance Fortuner that will slot above the GR-S. A road-focused performance SUV from Toyota could be fun. Other automakers already offer such machines. We certainly wouldn’t mind seeing a GR 4Runner make its way to America.

Images: TCD Asia

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