# Sporty Car Concepts The Toyota CH-R Concept Has a Low-Set Design By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-09-25 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-chr-concept References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/toyota-paris-2014-hybrid-crossover-concept/33920/) & [newsroom.toyota.eu](http://newsroom.toyota.eu/pressrelease/4049//new-toyota-c-hr-concept-toyota’s-vision-c) The Toyota CH-R Concept is a sporty hybrid crossover concept car that could provide a glimpse into the design language Toyota is set to use in the coming years. The vehicle is an example of the car-like design increasingly favored by auto manufacturers. The car appears to have a very sporty cabin that is extremely low set, essentially converting the rear windshield into an extension of the roof. The vehicle has the feel of a sports sedan despite boasting a big-wheeled, high-standing lower body reminiscent of more muscular vehicles. This lower body is fitted with surface design elements that are inspired by the precision edges of a diamond. The Toyota CH-R Concept is all set to make its big debut at the upcoming Paris Motor Show. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sporty Hybrid Crossover Cars:** Auto manufacturers are showcasing sporty hybrid crossover cars with car-like design, presenting an opportunity to develop eco-friendly yet stylish automobile alternatives. - **Low-set Car Design:** The Toyota CH-R Concept's low-set design, converting the rear windshield into an extension of the roof, presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in car design for manufacturers to explore. - **Precision-inspired Surface Design:** The diamond-inspired surface design elements of the Toyota CH-R Concept offer an opportunity for manufacturers to incorporate precision-inspired design cues in future car models. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** The auto industry can leverage the trend of sporty hybrid crossover cars and low-set car design to produce eco-friendly yet stylish vehicles that appeal to consumers. - **Automobile Design:** The innovative low-set car design and precision-inspired surface elements of the Toyota CH-R Concept present an opportunity for automobile designers to explore new design themes and features. - **Auto Shows:** Auto shows like the upcoming Paris Motor Show provide a platform for manufacturers to showcase new concepts and innovative designs like the Toyota CH-R Concept. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Modern Bi-Tone CUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-chr-prologue.md) - [Sporty EV Concept Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-rz-sport-concept.md) - [Ultra-Luxury Coupe Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-century.md) - [Compact Electric Urbanite CUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-chr-electric.md) - [Gen Z-Targeted Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-bz.md) - [Sporty Contrasting SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-rav4-gr-sport.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-rav4-dark-side-performance-concept.md) - [Japanese Customer Race Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-gr-gt3.md) - [Mid-Sized Crossover Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-corolla-cross.md)