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| Toyota COMS | |
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 A second-generation COMS (B-COM trim) | |
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| Manufacturer | Toyota Auto Body |
| Also called | Everyday COMS (1st gen) |
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| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Microcar |
| Layout | Rear-motor, rear-wheel-drive |
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| Electric motor |
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| Transmission | Single gear |
| Battery | Lead acid batteries (1st & 2nd gen) |
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The Toyota COMS is a single-seater electric microcar produced by Toyota Auto Body. The first generation was introduced by Araco in 2000. In 2012, Toyota Auto Body launched a second generation. COMS is an acronym for Chotto Odekake Machimade Suisui (ちょっとおでかけ街までスイスイ, a smooth little escape to the city).
History and technical details
First generation
The first-generation COMS was introduced by Araco in June 2000.[1] It has a resin bodywork[1][2] and an aluminium frame to reduce weight (270 kilogrames). The maximum estimated autonomy is between 35 and 45 kilometres, and the battery is fully charged in 8, 10,[2] or 13 hours using a 100 V home grid. The battery pack is made up of six 12 V lead acid batteries[2] (32 Ah for the 35 kilometres range models, 52 Ah for the 45 kilometres models).[3] The car has two electric motors built-in on the rear wheels,[2] each delivering 2 kilowatts (2.7 PS).[3] The maximum speed is of 50 km/h.[2][3] Brakes are drums on both axles.[3]
The car has two trims: basic (with roof) and open (without roof).[2] The basic trim has two models: AK10E and AK15E. The open has a single model, AK11E. The AK15E is the only with a 45 kilometres range.[3] This generation sold about 2,000 units.[4]
Second generation
A showcar of the second generation COMS was unveiled at the 2007 Tokyo Motor Show.[4] The production version was introduced by Toyota Auto Body in July 2012. The car has a full-charge range of 50 kilometres under JC08. It fully charges in about 6 hours using a 100 V home grid. It has a maximum speed of 60 km/h. The motor delivers a power of 5 kilowatts (6.8 PS) to the rear wheels[5] and has a torque of 40 newton-metres (30 lb⋅ft).[6] The battery pack is a lead acid one of 12 V, 52 Ah.[5]
The second-generation COMS also has various comfort improvements compared to its predecessor: a more comfortable ride, a driving position comparable to that of a mid-size car, and a turning radius of 3.2 metres. The car suspension is made up of MacPherson struts on front and a beam axle on rear. Brakes are discs on front and drums on rear. The car has an optional extra seat-seat belt pack for the cargo area to make it motorway-capable by Japanese regulations. The car frame is made up of steel.[5]
This generation is offered in two trims: P-COM for individuals and B-COM for business. B-COM has three body variations: delivery, deck, and basic.[5] The P-COM has a weight of 420 kilogrames, while the B-COM has a weight between 420 and 430 kilogrames.[6]
References
- ^ a b "1km=1円!? トヨタ系部品メーカーのアラコ、電気自動車を発売" [1km=1 yen !? Toyota-affiliated parts maker Araco launches electric vehicle] (in Japanese). Response.jp. 30 May 2000. Retrieved 4 April 2021.
- ^ a b c d e f "アラコ エブリデー コムス" [Araco Everyday COMS]. Motor Days (in Japanese). 12 May 2001. Retrieved 4 April 2021.
- ^ a b c d e Toyota Auto Body EV COMS. Owner's manual (in Japanese), Toyota Auto Body, p. 31
- ^ a b "Toyota Launching Ultracompact COMS EV in Japan". Electriccarsreport.com. Retrieved 4 April 2021.
- ^ a b c d Tanikawa, Kiyoshi (2 July 2012). "トヨタ車体、補助金込みで60万円以下の1人乗り超小型EV「コムス」" [Toyota Auto Body, one-seater ultra-compact EV "COMS", for 600,000 yen or less including subsidies]. Car Watch (in Japanese). Retrieved 4 April 2021.
- ^ a b Toyota Auto Body COMS. P-COM/B-COM. Owner's manual (in Japanese), Toyota Auto Body, p. 67
