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A

ALLEX is a combination of the French word "allez = go" and "X", which means that you can "go anywhere you like".

ALLION is derived from the English words "All in one". ALLION comes with a wish of "to integrate the goodness of vehicle types of all into this car".

ALPHARD is derived from the Greek word "α = alpha", which means like "the brightest star in the constellation".

ALTEZZA is derived from the Italian word "altezza", which means like "height, noble".

ALTEZZA is derived from the Italian word "altezza", which means like "height, noble".
gita is derived from the Italian word, which means like "trip, excursion".

AQUA is derived from the Latin word "water". AQUA means "the impression of this car is clean like water" and "everyone needs this car like water". AQUA has like free flowing water, also expresses by that more people enjoy this car without being bound by the conventional hybrid car.

ARISTO is derived from the English word "aristo", which means "best".

AURIS is a mixture of the English word "aura" and the Latin word "aurum = gold", which means like "the car with aura", also means "the car with the unique aura and the strong presence".

AVALON is derived from Avalon of the paradise island, which appears in the Celtic myth "Legend of Arthur".

AVENSIS is derived from the French word "avancer", which means "to advance".

B

bB is derived from the initials of "black Box", which can imagine the infinitely expanding unknown possibilities. There are two reasons that the car name of "bB" includes lowercase and uppercase. First, bB's car body is not actually black. Second, children and adults can enjoy bB.

BELTA is derived from the Italian word "beltà", which means "beauty".

BLADE is derived from the English word "blade". BLADE means "the sharpness of this car attracts the people". BLADE also comes with a wish of "open a new market with the driving sharpness and the style sharpness that can attract the people".

BLADE is derived from the English word "blade". BLADE means "the sharpness of this car attracts the people". BLADE also comes with a wish of "open a new market with the driving sharpness and the style sharpness that can attract the people".
Master is named only V6 3500cc model. This master does not mean "someone who is very skilled at something". Master is derived from the English word "masterpiece".

BLIZZARD is derived from the English word "blizzard".

BREVIS is derived from the English word "brave".

"BZ" of bZ4X is derived from the initials of the English words "Beyond Zero", which means that it aims to create the value of beyond Zero. "4" means the body size as a medium segment, and "X" means the body type as a crossover SUV.

C

C-HR has two origins. The first is the initials of "Compact High Rider", which means "a compact and lifted body proportion". The second is the initials of "Cross Hatch Run-about", which means "a crossover vehicle that can run like a hatchback".

"C" of C+pod is derived from the initials of the English words "compact, communication, connect", which means the creation of new mobility experience value that is compact and connects people, towns, and society.
"pod" means the cocoon of silkworm, and expresses the safe and secure small moving space that is protected from the outside.

"C" of C+walk is derived from the initials of the English words "compact, communication, connect", which means the creation of new mobility experience value that is compact and connects people, towns, and society.
"walk" expresses functions that support and extend the movement of various walking areas.

"C" of C+walk is derived from the initials of the English words "compact, communication, connect", which means the creation of new mobility experience value that is compact and connects people, towns, and society.
"walk" expresses functions that support and extend the movement of various walking areas.
"T" is derived from the initials of "Trot, Trotting", which means "fast foot" in English.

CALDINA is derived from the Italian word "cardinal", which means "essential, fundamental".

CAMi is a mixture of the English word "casual" and "mini".

CAMRY is derived from the Japanese word "冠 = kanmuri", which means "crown".

CAMRY is derived from the Japanese word "冠 = kanmuri", which means "crown".
GRACIA is derived from the Spanish word "gracia", which means "grace".

CARINA is derived from the English word "carina", which means "the keel, a southern constellation".

CARINA is derived from the English word "carina", which means "the keel, a southern constellation".
ED stands for the English words "Exciting Dressy".

CAVALIER is derived from the English word "cavalier", which means like "knight". This name is inherited the name of the base vehicle "GM Chevrolet Cavalier".

CELICA is derived from the Spanish word "celica", which means "celestial, heavenly".

CELICA is derived from the Spanish word "celica", which means "celestial, heavenly".
XX means unknown performance.

CELSIOR is derived from the Latin word "celsus", which means "lofty, elevated".

CENTURY is derived from the English word "century". CENTURY of the first model was released in 1967. 1967 was the 100th anniversary of the Meiji era in Japan. At the same time, 1967 was the 100th anniversary of the founder of Toyota Motor Corporation, Sakichi Toyoda. Due to such a background, this car's was decided Century.

CHASER is derived from the English word "chaser", which means like "tracker, hunter". Bows and arrows are drawn on this car's grill emblem.

Classic is derived from the car's classic exterior and interior design modeled after "Toyoda Model AA".

COASTER is derived from the English word "coaster", which means like "marine trading ship, cruise ship". COASTER also means a light bus that brings people safely and comfortably to their destinations.

COASTER is derived from the English word "coaster", which means like "marine trading ship, cruise ship". COASTER also means a light bus that brings people safely and comfortably to their destinations.
"R" is the initial of "Rear-mounted engine".

COMFORT is derived from the English word "comfort".

COROLLA is derived from the English word "corolla", which means "the ring of petals around the central part of a flower, the most beautiful part of the flower". COROLLA is also intended to evoke the impression of "the high-level-compact car with eye-catching and beautiful style".

COROLLA is derived from the English word "corolla", which means "the ring of petals around the central part of a flower, the most beautiful part of the flower". COROLLA is also intended to evoke the impression of "the high-level-compact car with eye-catching and beautiful style".
Axio is derived from the Greek word "axia", which means like "value, quality".

COROLLA is derived from the English word "corolla", which means "the ring of petals around the central part of a flower, the most beautiful part of the flower". COROLLA is also intended to evoke the impression of "the high-level-compact car with eye-catching and beautiful style".
CERES is derived from the name of the goddess of agriculture, grain crops, fertility and motherly relationships in Roman mythology.

COROLLA is derived from the English word "corolla", which means "the ring of petals around the central part of a flower, the most beautiful part of the flower". COROLLA is also intended to evoke the impression of "the high-level-compact car with eye-catching and beautiful style".
FIELDER expresses "the car's suitability for field excursions and other leisure activities".

COROLLA is derived from the English word "corolla", which means "the ring of petals around the central part of a flower, the most beautiful part of the flower". COROLLA is also intended to evoke the impression of "the high-level-compact car with eye-catching and beautiful style".
FX is a combination of the "Future" and "X = unknown performance".

COROLLA is derived from the English word "corolla", which means "the ring of petals around the central part of a flower, the most beautiful part of the flower". COROLLA is also intended to evoke the impression of "the high-level-compact car with eye-catching and beautiful style".
LEVIN is derived from the English word "levin", which means "lightning".

COROLLA is derived from the English word "corolla", which means "the ring of petals around the central part of a flower, the most beautiful part of the flower". COROLLA is also intended to evoke the impression of "the high-level-compact car with eye-catching and beautiful style".
RUNX is a combination of the English words "Run" and "X". "X" means ultimate. RUNX also means "the ultimate in driving performance".

COROLLA is derived from the English word "corolla", which means "the ring of petals around the central part of a flower, the most beautiful part of the flower". COROLLA is also intended to evoke the impression of "the high-level-compact car with eye-catching and beautiful style".
RUMION is a mixture of the English words "roomy", "unique" and "-ion", also means "the car with a spacious cabin and distinctive styling".

COROLLA is derived from the English word "corolla", which means "the ring of petals around the central part of a flower, the most beautiful part of the flower". COROLLA is also intended to evoke the impression of "the high-level-compact car with eye-catching and beautiful style".
SPACiO is derived from the Italian word "spazio", which means "room, space".

COROLLA is derived from the English word "corolla", which means "the ring of petals around the central part of a flower, the most beautiful part of the flower". COROLLA is also intended to evoke the impression of "the high-level-compact car with eye-catching and beautiful style".
Sport is named after "its youthful, cool and sporty impression".

COROLLA is derived from the English word "corolla", which means "the ring of petals around the central part of a flower, the most beautiful part of the flower". COROLLA is also intended to evoke the impression of "the high-level-compact car with eye-catching and beautiful style".
TOURING simply expresses the wagon body type.

COROLLA is derived from the English word "corolla", which means "the ring of petals around the central part of a flower, the most beautiful part of the flower". COROLLA is also intended to evoke the impression of "the high-level-compact car with eye-catching and beautiful style".
"II=two" means COROLLA's minion or COROLLA's little brother, also means downgraded COROLLA.

CORONA is derived from the English word "corona", which means "the shining circle of light seen around the Sun when the Moon passes in front of it in an eclipse".

CORONA is derived from the English word "corona", which means "the shining circle of light seen around the Sun when the Moon passes in front of it in an eclipse".
EXiV stands for the English words "Extra Impressive".

CORONA is derived from the English word "corona", which means "the shining circle of light seen around the Sun when the Moon passes in front of it in an eclipse".
PREMIO is derived from the Spanish word "premio", which means like "prize, reward, premium".

CORONA is derived from the English word "corona", which means "the shining circle of light seen around the Sun when the Moon passes in front of it in an eclipse".
SF stands for the English words "Sensational Feel".

CORSA is derived from the Italian word "corsa", which means like "sprint, run, race".

CRESTA is derived from the Spanish word "cresta", means "the shining decoration at the top of the western coat of arms".

CROWN is derived from the English word "crown".

CROWN is derived from the English word "crown".
ATHLETE is derived from the English word "athlete".

CROWN is derived from the English word "crown".
COMFORT is derived from the English word "comfort".

CROWN is derived from the English word "crown".
EIGHT is derived from "Toyota's first type V8 engine".

CROWN is derived from the English word "crown".
ESTATE is derived from the British English word "estate", which means a "station wagon".

CROWN is derived from the English word "crown".
MAJESTA is derived from the English word "majesty", which means "the quality that something big has of being impressive, powerful, or beautiful".

CROWN is derived from the English word "crown".
Royal Extra is derived from the English word "royal" and "extra".

CROWN is derived from the English word "crown".
Royal is derived from the English word "royal".
Saloon is derived from the British English word "saloon", which means like "sedan-type car with four or more seats".

CROWN is derived from the English word "crown".
SIGNIA is derived from the English word "insignia", which means like "a distinguishing badge or emblem of military rank".

CURREN is a mixture of the English word "current" and the Japanese word "可憐 = karen". "可憐 = karen" means like "lovely, pretty".

CYNOS is derived from the English word "cynosure", which means like "Targets praised by the general public".

D

Deliboy is a mixture of the English word "delivery" and "boy". Boy includes the meaning of "agile", Deliboy means "an agile delivery boy".

Duet is derived from the English word "duet". Duet was named after "the good rhythm of duet, and the beauty of duet's meaning matches the style of this car".

DYNA stands for the English word "dynamic".

E

Esquire is derived from the English word "esquire", which means "a formal title that can be written after a man’s name, especially in the address on an official letter".

ESTIMA is derived from the English word "estimable", which means "deserving respect and admiration".

ESTIMA is derived from the English word "estimable", which means "deserving respect and admiration".
EMINA is derived from the English word "eminent", which means like "famous, important, and respected".

ESTIMA is derived from the English word "estimable", which means "deserving respect and admiration".
LUCIDA is derived from the English word "lucida", which means "the brightest star in the constellation".

F

FJ CRUISER is a mixture of "TOYOTA LAND CRUISER" and "FJ40". FJ40 was the model number of LAND CRUISER produced from 1960 to 1984.

FunCargo is a combination of the English word "Fun" and "Cargo".

G

GAIA is derived from the "goddess of the earth" in Greek mythology.

GR is derived from the initials of "TOYOTA GAZOO Racing", which collectively refers to Toyota's motor sports division.
GAZOO is derived from the Roman alphabet notation of "画像=GAZO", which means "image" in English. It all started when someone mistakenly wrote "GAZO" as "GAZOO". The combination of "Image = 画" and "ZOO = 動物園" also has the meaning of being fun and familiar.
86 comes with a wish of "86 will be loved and grown up by customers like AE86 series of COROLLA LEVIN and SPRINTER TRUENO".

GR is derived from the initials of "TOYOTA GAZOO Racing", which collectively refers to Toyota's motor sports division.
GAZOO is derived from the Roman alphabet notation of "画像=GAZO", which means "image" in English. It all started when someone mistakenly wrote "GAZO" as "GAZOO". The combination of "Image = 画" and "ZOO = 動物園" also has the meaning of being fun and familiar.
YARiS is derived from the Greek mythological goddess "Charis", which symbolizes "elegance". In the past, YARiS was the car name for Europe and so on, but the new model in Japan from 2020 has also been changed to YARiS from Vitz.

GRANACE is a combination of the Spanish word "gran" and the English word "ace". Gran means like "big, great, magnificent". Ace means like "someone who is extremely skilful at doing something".

GRAND is derived from the English word "grand", which means like "big, great, magnificent".
HIACE is derived from TOYOACE. HIACE is also a combination of the English word "high" and "ace". Ace means like "someone who is extremely skilful at doing something".

GRANVIA is a mixture of the Italian word "grande" and "via". Grande means like "big, great, magnificent". Via means like "road, passage, street".

H

HARRIER is derived from the long-winged Hawk bird name "harrier".

HIACE is derived from TOYOACE. HIACE is also a combination of the English word "high" and "ace". Ace means like "someone who is extremely skilful at doing something".

HIACE is derived from TOYOACE. HIACE is also a combination of the English word "high" and "ace". Ace means like "someone who is extremely skilful at doing something".
REGIUS is derived from the Latin word "regius", which means like "magnificent, splendid". This name expresses the stylish body and magnificent performance of this car.

HILUX is a mixture of the English word "high" and "luxury".

HILUX is a mixture of the English word "high" and "luxury".
SPORTS is derived from the English word "sports".
PICK UP is derived from the English word "pickup", which means like "Uncovered small truck".

HILUX is a mixture of the English word "high" and "luxury".
There are two theories about the origin of SURF. First, SURF means large waves which symbolize the expansiveness of the vehicle's utility. Second, SURF has no special meaning and was named because of good rhythm of the word "SURF".

HIMEDIC is derived from the "the car equipped with high level medical devices".

I

Ipsum is derived from the Latin word "ipsum", which means "itself".

"i" of iQ stands for the English word "individuality" and also has the meaning of "innovation" and "intelligence". "Q" of iQ stands for the English word "quality", is also derived from the sound of English spell "cubic" and "Cue to new values and lifestyle".

Isis is derived from the name Isis, the goddess of fertility in ancient Egypt. Isis comes with a wish of "the car that enriches the hearts of all driver and passenger".

ist is derived from the suffix "-ist" such as stylist and artist.

K

KLUGER is derived from the German word "kluger", which means like "wise, intelligent, smart".

L

LAND CRUISER is a combination of the English word "land" and "cruiser".

LAND CRUISER is a combination of the English word "land" and "cruiser".
CYGNUS is derived from the English word "cygnus", which means "the swan constellation".

LAND CRUISER is a combination of the English word "land" and "cruiser".
PRADO is derived from the Portuguese word "prado", which means "meadow, field".

LIGHT ACE is a combination of the English word "light" and "ace". Ace means like "someone who is extremely skilful at doing something".

LIGHT ACE is a combination of the English word "light" and "ace". Ace means like "someone who is extremely skilful at doing something".
NOAH is derived from "the name associated with a kind person" and has no else special meaning, is also not derived from "the biblical Noah's Ark".

M

The first generation of MARK II was named as "CORONA MARK II". As a background, the development concept was to change the small sedan "Corona" more sporty and upscale. Positioning in the car lineup was also like "second generation Corona" or "advanced Corona vehicle". From the second generation of "CORONA MARK II", "Corona" is deleted from the car name to become "Mark II".

The first generation of MARK II was named as "CORONA MARK II". As a background, the development concept was to change the small sedan "Corona" more sporty and upscale. Positioning in the car lineup was also like "second generation Corona" or "advanced Corona vehicle". From the second generation of "CORONA MARK II", "Corona" is deleted from the car name to become "Mark II".
BLIT is derived from the German word "blitz", which means "lightning".

The first generation of MARK II was named as "CORONA MARK II". As a background, the development concept was to change the small sedan "Corona" more sporty and upscale. Positioning in the car lineup was also like "second generation Corona" or "advanced Corona vehicle". From the second generation of "CORONA MARK II", "Corona" is deleted from the car name to become "Mark II".
Qualis is derived from the English word "quality". Qualis also means "of the kind that" in Latin.

MARK X is derived from the English word "mark", which means "target, grade, fame". "X" represents the possibility of the next generation and the unknown possibility. The name is suitable for the car that become the target in the new era.

MARK X is derived from the English word "mark", which means "target, grade, fame". "X" represents the possibility of the next generation and the unknown possibility. The name is suitable for the car that become the target in the new era.
ZiO is derived from the initials of the English words "Zone in One", which means "the car has various spaces".

MASTER ACE is derived from the English word "master" and "ace". Master and Ace mean like "someone who is extremely skilful at doing something".
There are two theories about the origin of SURF. First, SURF means large waves which symbolize the expansiveness of the vehicle's utility. Second, SURF has no special meaning and was named because of good rhythm of the word "SURF".

miniAce is a combination of the English words "mini" and "ace". miniAce was also named after "this truck is smaller than Hiace".

MIRAI is derived from the Japnese word "未来 = mirai", which means "future". Toyota Vice President Mitsuhisa Kato said at the official announcement of the car, "I could only think of the name of this car as MIRAI."

MEGA CRUISER is a combination of the English word "mega" and "cruiser". MEGA CRUISER comes with a wish of "has great potential to contribute to society, such as for disaster rescue and academic research teams, by exerting great power in various places where conventional vehicles could not go, making full use of outstanding rough terrain running performance".

MR2 is derived from the initials of the English words "Midship Runabout 2-seater". Midship means "the car with an automobile engine placed between the guest cabin and the rear axle". Runabout means like "a small car used for short journeys".

MR is derived from the initials of the English words "Midship Runabout". Midship means "the car with an automobile engine placed between the guest cabin and the rear axle". Runabout means like "a small car used for short journeys".
Spider means "convertible type" in French.

MR-S is derived from the initials of the English words "Midship Runabout-Sports open-car". Midship means "the car with an automobile engine placed between the guest cabin and the rear axle". Runabout means like "a small car used for short journeys". Open-car is Japanese-English, means "car with a removable roof, convertible".

N

NADIA is derived from the Russian word "nadezhda", which means "hope". Nadia and nadezhda are often used in female names.

NOAH is derived from "the name associated with a kind person" and has no else special meaning, is also not derived from "the biblical Noah's Ark".

O

Opa is derived from the Portuguese word "Opa!", which is used as an exclamation point for "surprise".

ORIGIN is derived from the English word "origin".

P

PASSO is derived from the Italian word "passo", which means like "step". This name was also named after "a casual and approachable car".

PASSO is derived from the Italian word "passo", which means like "step". This name was also named after "a casual and approachable car".
SETTE is derived from the Italian word "sette", which means "7 = seven". This name means a 7-seater PASSO.

PIXIS is derived from the English word "pixie, pixy", which means like "Mischievous little fairy".
EPOCH is derived from the English word "epoch", which means like "a period of history, era".

PIXIS is derived from the English word "pixie, pixy", which means like "Mischievous little fairy".
JOY is derived from the English word "joy".

PIXIS is derived from the English word "pixie, pixy", which means like "Mischievous little fairy".
SPACE is derived from the body shape of a tall wagon with a spacious interior.

PIXIS is derived from the English word "pixie, pixy", which means like "Mischievous little fairy".
MEGA is derived from the English word "mega".

PIXIS is derived from the English word "pixie, pixy", which means like "Mischievous little fairy".
TRUCK is derived from the Latin word "trochos", which means like "wheel".

PIXIS is derived from the English word "pixie, pixy", which means like "Mischievous little fairy".
VAN is derived from a vehicle with a roof that carries cargo.

PLATZ is derived from the German word "platz", which means like "an open space, square".

Porte is derived from the French word "porte", which means "gate". This name is also derived from the wide-opening sliding door that is a feature of this car.

PRIUS is derived from the Latin word "prius", which means like "prior, previous".

PRIUS α is derived from "adding value to PRIUS". α(Alpha) represents the adding value of improved usability and the larging the interior space.

PRIUS is derived from the Latin word "prius", which means like "prior, previous".
"c" is derived from the initial of the English word "city". "c" also expresses "the urban-friendly vehicle with an engaging driving experience, good utility, with great city fuel economy".
PRIUS c is the sales name of AQUA in except for Japan.

PRIUS is derived from the Latin word "prius", which means like "prior, previous".
PHV is derived from the initials of "plug-in hybrid vehicle", which is the system name of this car.

PREMIO is derived from the Spanish word "premio", which means like "prize, reward, premium".

PROBOX is a mixture of the English words "professional" and "box", also means like "Box for professionals".

PROGRES is derived from the French word "progres", which means "progress".

PRONARD is derived from the French word "proner", which means like "to praise, to glorify".

Publica is a mixture of the English words "public" and "car", also means like "the car cherished by the public". This name was decided by a public naming competition that attracted nearly 1.1 million entries.

Q

QUICK DELIVERY was named after "walk-through access to the cargo area to speed up delivery".

R

Ractis stands for the English words "Runner with activity and space", which means like "combine the active driving with a spacious interior space". Ractis was also named after "make owner want to go to various places actively, a spacious interior space and a luggage spaces".

RAIZE is a coined name of the English words "RISE" and "RAISE". RAIZE also means "An active car that excites your everyday life".

RAUM is derived from the German word "raum", which means "space, room". "NEO" of the special edition "C Package NEO Edition" released in May 2004, is derived from "NEW ERA OPENING", which means a beginning of a new era.

RAV4 is derived from the initials of the English words "Recreational Active Vehicle 4-wheel-drive".

REGIUS is derived from the Latin word "regius", which means like "magnificent, splendid". This name expresses the stylish body and magnificent performance of this car.

REGIUS is derived from the Latin word "regius", which means like "magnificent, splendid". This name expresses the stylish body and magnificent performance of this car.
ACE means like "someone who is extremely skilful at doing something".

ROOMY is derived from the English words "roomy", which means like "spacious". ROOMY was also named after the spacious interior and luggage compartment.

Rush is derived from the English words "rush". RUSH was also named after the impression of the car with a brisk and energetic.

S

SAI is derived from the Japanese words "才 = 彩 = sai". "才" means generally like "ability, talent, aptitude, genius", also means "the talented innovation with environmental performance and safety" about this car. "彩" means generally like "coloring, color scheme", also means "color scheme that creates the high-quality, chic and fashionable feel about this car". "才" and "彩" are the development concepts of this car, and SAI was named by combining these two words.

SCEPTER is derived from the English word "scepter", which means like "a decorated stick carried by kings or queens at ceremonies, royal authority, throne".

SERA is derived from a future tense of the French verb "être", which means as same as "will be". This car is Japan's first mass-produced gull-wing car, and was named after "a dream car that flies toward the future".

SIENNA is derived from the city name "Siena" in Tuscany, Italy.

SIENTA is a mixture of the Spanish word "siete" and the English word "entertain". "siete" means "7 = seven".

SOARER is derived from the English word "soarer", which means "a most high-performance glider".

SPADE is a mixture of the English word "space" and "wide".

Sparky is derived from the English word "spark", which means like "energetic, lively".

SPRINTER is derived from the English word "sprinter", which means "someone who runs in fast races over short distances".

SPRINTER is derived from the English word "sprinter", which means "someone who runs in fast races over short distances".
CARIB is derived from the English word "caribou", which means like "reindeer". CARIB was also named after "the impression of running in the snow with the high driving performance by the four-wheel drive".

SPRINTER is derived from the English word "sprinter", which means "someone who runs in fast races over short distances".
CIELO is derived from the Spanish word "cielo", which means "celestial, heavenly".

SPRINTER is derived from the English word "sprinter", which means "someone who runs in fast races over short distances".
MARINO is derived from the Italian word "marino", which means like "ocean, sea".

SPRINTER is derived from the English word "sprinter", which means "someone who runs in fast races over short distances".
TRUENO is derived from the Spanish word "trueno", which means like "thunderclap".

STARLET is derived from the English word "starlet", which means "small star".

STARLET is derived from the English word "starlet", which means "small star".
Carat is derived from the English word "carat", which means "the value of a precious stone like a jewel".

STARLET is derived from the English word "starlet", which means "small star".
GLANZA is derived from the German word "granz", which means "brilliancy, sparkle".

STARLET is derived from the English word "starlet", which means "small star".
REFLET is derived from the French word "reflet", which means "reflection".

STARLET is derived from the English word "starlet", which means "small star".
SOLEIL is derived from the French word "soleil", which means like "sun".

SUCCEED is derived from the English word "succeed".

Supra is derived from the Latin word "supra", which means like "transcending, exceed, beyond".

T

TANK is derived from the English word "tank", which means like "a spacious container for liquid or gas, heavy military vehicle that has a large gun". TANK was also named after the impression of a space that can hold a lot of luggage.

TERCEL is derived from the English word "tercel", which means "male peregrine falcon".

TOURING expresses the aerodynamic body of Hiace Series.
HIACE is derived from TOYOACE. HIACE is also a combination of the English word "high" and "ace". Ace means like "someone who is extremely skilful at doing something".

TOWNACE is a combination of the English word "town" and "ace". Ace means like "someone who is extremely skilful at doing something".

TOWNACE is a combination of the English word "town" and "ace". Ace means like "someone who is extremely skilful at doing something".
NOAH is derived from "the name associated with a kind person" and has no else special meaning. is also not derived from "the biblical Noah's Ark".

TOYOACE is a combination of "TOYOTA" and the English word "ace". Ace means like "someone who is extremely skilful at doing something".

TOYOPET was decided by a public naming competition.
"master" mean "a person in charge of a group".

U

Urban Supporter is derived from the van that can deliver smoothly in cities and towns.

V

VANGUARD is derived from the English word "vanguard", which means like "person at the forefront of new developments, pioneer".

VENZA is a combination of the English word "venture" and the Italian word "Monza". Monza is a city in the Lombardy region of Italy with a circuit named Autodromo Nazionare di Monza. VENZA also expresses venture, outdoor leisure, and driving performance.

Verossa is a mixture of the Italian word "vero" and "rosso", also means "Truth red".

VELLFIRE is a mixture of the English word "velvet" and "fire". Velvet means "quiet, cool". Fire means "passion". VELLFIRE also expresses "cool and passionate characteristics of this car".

VISTA is derived from the English word "vista", which means like "literary a view of a large area of beautiful scenery".

VISTA is derived from the English word "vista", which means like "literary a view of a large area of beautiful scenery".
ARDEO is derived from the Latin word "ardeo", which means like "glow, desire ardently".

Vitz is a mixture of the English word "vivid" and the German word "witz". Vivid means like "brilliant". The German word "witz" means "wit, witticism".

Vitz is a mixture of the English word "vivid" and the German word "witz". Vivid means like "brilliant". The German word "witz" means "wit, witticism".
JEWELA is derived from the English word "jewel". A special body color and interior color, chrome-plated decoration are used to express the gorgeousness.

VOLTZ is derived from the English word "volt", which means "Unit of voltage". VOLTZ was also named after "the vehicle's stunning appeal and exciting features".

VOXY is derived from the English word "vox", which means "voice". VOXY was also named after the association of the car's "boxy" shape, and the feeling of words with the youthful sound.

W

WiLL is derived from the name of a multi-industry marketing project. This project name "WiLL" has the meaning of creating new markets, lifestyle and consumption style by sending clear assertions and wills from companies and sympathizing with consumers.
CYPHA is a mixture of the English word "cyber" and "phaeton". Phaeton means like a horse carriage. CYPHA was also named after an advanced IT car that was equipped with the latest network services as standard.

WiLL is derived from the name of a multi-industry marketing project. This project name "WiLL" has the meaning of creating new markets, lifestyle and consumption style by sending clear assertions and wills from companies and sympathizing with consumers.
"V" of Vi is derived from the English word "vehicle". "i" of Vi is derived from the English word "identity, independence, individual" and as well as being the personal pronoun "I". Vi was also named after "independence and self-actualization of the main target customers of single women in their late 20s". In particular, the lower-case "i" was chosen to emphasize the identity of the car.

WiLL is derived from the name of a multi-industry marketing project. This project name "WiLL" has the meaning of creating new markets, lifestyle and consumption style by sending clear assertions and wills from companies and sympathizing with consumers.
"V" of VS is derived from the English word "vehicle". "S" of VS is derived from the English word "smart, sporty", which is the attributes that characterize the target customers.

WINDOM is a combination of the English word "win" and "-dom". Dom means like a status. WINDOM also means "a state of perpetual victory".

WISH is derived from the English word "wish". WISH comes with a wish of "owners would be able to get everything they could possibly want in a car in terms of design, packaging, and driving performance".

Y

YARiS is derived from the Greek mythological goddess "Charis", which symbolizes "elegance". In the past, YARiS was the car name for Europe and so on, but the new model in Japan from 2020 has also been changed to YARiS from Vitz.

YARiS is derived from the Greek mythological goddess "Charis", which symbolizes "elegance".
CROSS means the crossover vehicle that is descended from Yaris.

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2000GT is derived from 2000cc engine + GT (GrandTourismo).

86 comes with a wish of "86 will be loved and grown up by customers like AE86 series of COROLLA LEVIN and SPRINTER TRUENO".

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