# Toyota defends multi-energy strategy and develops new internal combustion engines > Toyota highlights a multi-energy approach: the manufacturer is testing a new 2.0-liter gasoline engine in racing in Japan, preparing a new generation of internal combustion and hybrid engines, and considering selling these powertrains to other manufacturers. Its president Akio Toyoda calls for defending powertrain diversity rather than all-electric. National versions vary: in Japan, Toyota adds a hybrid Land Cruiser 300 and experiments with powertrains; in the United States, it positions the hybrid Crown Signia against premium SUVs; in Indonesia, the Innova Zenix is updated; in Italy, Toyota Europe announces a new hybrid. **In brief**: Ongoing story bringing together 12 events involving Toyota and Toyota Motor, in 4 countries (Japon, États-Unis, Indonésie and 1 more), followed from 30 October 2026 to 1 November 2026. 38 articles from 11 sources (plants, jobs and earnings, launches and reviews, electric and batteries and 1 more); last updated on 1 November 2026 at 19:00. - Status: ongoing - Scope: International - Category: Plants, jobs and earnings, Launches and reviews, Electric and batteries, Sales and market - Countries: Japon, États-Unis, Indonésie, Italie - Brands: Toyota, Toyota Motor - First detected: 30 October 2026 at 14:00 - Updated: 1 November 2026 at 19:00 - Web page: https://mecapress.com/stories/19-toyota-defends-multi-energy-strategy-and-develops-new-internal-combustion ## National stories (8) - United States — 1 country-specific event, 9 articles - Japan — 1 country-specific event, 3 articles - Vietnam — 0 country-specific event, 4 articles - Brazil — 0 country-specific event, 3 articles - Russia — 0 country-specific event, 2 articles - India — 0 country-specific event, 2 articles - Italy — 0 country-specific event, 2 articles - Switzerland — 0 country-specific event, 2 articles ## Reported figures - 500 millioner euro - 3,7 milliarder kroner - 1,5 milliarder euro - 11 milliarder kroner ## What is established _“Confirmed” = reported by at least two independent outlets (outlets of the same group count as one). AI cross-check of the collected headlines and extracts._ **Confirmed by several sources** - Toyota is developing a new generation of hybrid systems for its future models. (15 independent sources: [soha.vn](https://soha.vn/toyota-phat-trien-he-thong-hybrid-cho-cac-mau-xe-the-he-moi-198261031144922019.htm), [Vietnam.vn](https://www.vietnam.vn/en/toyota-phat-trien-he-thong-hybrid-cho-cac-mau-xe-the-he-moi), [adnkronos.com](https://www.adnkronos.com/motori/toyota-rivoluziona-il-sistema-ibrido-nuovo-motore-15_6JOD5s1pGpBeajM8LjVg8c), [justdrive.ru](https://www.justdrive.ru/auto-news/2839-toyota-novoe-pokolenie-gibridov-i-platforma.html), [morningoverview.com](https://morningoverview.com/toyota-says-its-next-hybrids-will-use-15-less-gas/), [news.autoscout24.ch](https://news.autoscout24.ch/en/news/toyota-develops-new-1-5-liter-hybrid-engines), [oto.detik.com](https://oto.detik.com/mobil/d-8732413/toyota-siapkan-mesin-hybrid-baru-konsumsi-bbm-15-lebih-irit), [somoselectricos.com](https://www.somoselectricos.com/hibridos-enchufables/toyota-presenta-nuevo-motor-hibrido-promete-consumir-mas-15-menos/20261101104559064796.html), [Infoseek](https://news.infoseek.co.jp/article/motorfan_20261101460/), [vesti.eu.com](https://vesti.eu.com/toyota-gotovit-novyi-1-5-litrovyi-motor-dlia-gibridnyh-sistem.html), [dailysupercars.mx](https://dailysupercars.mx/n/toyota-crea-desde-cero-un-motor-1-5-para-su-nueva-generacion-de-hibridos), [cnn.gr](https://www.cnn.gr/style/aytokinito/story/559661/i-toyota-etoimazei-nea-yvridika-me-stoxo-15-stin-katanalosi), [Yahoo!ニュース](https://news.yahoo.co.jp/articles/472b7a6d8679788ffe5c9e493d89dc1cda44931c), [baophutho.vn](https://baophutho.vn/toyota-phat-trien-he-thong-hybrid-cho-cac-mau-xe-the-he-moi-263776.htm), [Autohled.cz](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMixAFBVV95cUxNUmJkeGp2RVdJZTN2U05uVkwwVnJIZ0pjekJrQ29NZHJUQmNIX29JMG9wVVI3Y3p2TVFBbjNaSmxnQUFzVndYdHNiUE5EV29RNDVaS3VBMEI3Sm9fbjhDYXBiMFpRN05IOEJKQVd1QzE4aG1FWTBRTUVCM28zNGFIUVA0bXBsd1dFbmxKVDZxWHkzX0lpbWZDa1lRZXkwUG5CVHBOTnhnWk1OWkk4QnQwdTBzYzI3am1UUW45VDZCOEREZldu?oc=5)) - Toyota is introducing a new four-cylinder 1.5-liter engine for hybrids, replacing the current 1.8-liter and 1.5-liter blocks. (11 independent sources: [auto.mail.ru](https://auto.mail.ru/article/133478-toyota-razrabatyivaet-ekonomichnyij-dvc-dlya-novogo-pokoleniya-gibridov/), [adnkronos.com](https://www.adnkronos.com/motori/toyota-rivoluziona-il-sistema-ibrido-nuovo-motore-15_6JOD5s1pGpBeajM8LjVg8c), [justdrive.ru](https://www.justdrive.ru/auto-news/2839-toyota-novoe-pokolenie-gibridov-i-platforma.html), [morningoverview.com](https://morningoverview.com/toyota-says-its-next-hybrids-will-use-15-less-gas/), [news.autoscout24.ch](https://news.autoscout24.ch/en/news/toyota-develops-new-1-5-liter-hybrid-engines), [Portal Hortolândia](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMisAFBVV95cUxObFFBcmdQYXE4ZlNnV042blJYdlphT3UwalBNTjhyQ3lVdGstQm9SRC1td1FkbmtmUGxxU1pEOHpPMnRFS1k2em4tZUNqQ2hDNnN5Tk9fVk9HXzZfYXdHa19ranFRaDVfQVJEMUJlckpSWGpka1VqY1RET0NQSmJ2R294NmxWSlJtQlh6NVRmQW1SUTltc1A1alZYNDBTYXg1OG1kUVJBRmEyZUZrcjNYaw?oc=5), [somoselectricos.com](https://www.somoselectricos.com/hibridos-enchufables/toyota-presenta-nuevo-motor-hibrido-promete-consumir-mas-15-menos/20261101104559064796.html), [Infoseek](https://news.infoseek.co.jp/article/motorfan_20261101460/), [vesti.eu.com](https://vesti.eu.com/toyota-gotovit-novyi-1-5-litrovyi-motor-dlia-gibridnyh-sistem.html), [dailysupercars.mx](https://dailysupercars.mx/n/toyota-crea-desde-cero-un-motor-1-5-para-su-nueva-generacion-de-hibridos), [Autohled.cz](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMixAFBVV95cUxNUmJkeGp2RVdJZTN2U05uVkwwVnJIZ0pjekJrQ29NZHJUQmNIX29JMG9wVVI3Y3p2TVFBbjNaSmxnQUFzVndYdHNiUE5EV29RNDVaS3VBMEI3Sm9fbjhDYXBiMFpRN05IOEJKQVd1QzE4aG1FWTBRTUVCM28zNGFIUVA0bXBsd1dFbmxKVDZxWHkzX0lpbWZDa1lRZXkwUG5CVHBOTnhnWk1OWkk4QnQwdTBzYzI3am1UUW45VDZCOEREZldu?oc=5)) - Toyota Motor Europe announces a new-generation hybrid powertrain for its future multi-energy platforms, with redesigned engine and transmission. (3 independent sources: [justdrive.ru](https://www.justdrive.ru/auto-news/2839-toyota-novoe-pokolenie-gibridov-i-platforma.html), [Infoseek](https://news.infoseek.co.jp/article/motorfan_20261101460/), [Yahoo!ニュース](https://news.yahoo.co.jp/articles/472b7a6d8679788ffe5c9e493d89dc1cda44931c)) - Toyota plans to sell its new generation of internal combustion engines to other manufacturers to generate billions. (3 independent sources: [trend.dk](https://trend.dk/elbiler/verdens-stoerste-bilmaerke-satser-paa-benzin-nu-vil-toyota-bygge-motorer-til-konkurrenterne), [证券之星](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiYEFVX3lxTFB0dXFNdGlWdGpmLTBtdzVqNER0aUlwVEhjRHRLeGx0NlZXQVczRmxnSTZkRjFQQVRUQ185bmhkNUZXcnJKR3E0VWY5VGFpclpGUzdVUXJlV0hadThqdnNSQQ?oc=5), [Motor1.com](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMickFVX3lxTE5CNWctbkNzbXl5ZU10ZjNkQ1d4czZiQ0lHQmNTUEI1eFV3Y3FGaXNaLXJpUmJuQmFuRVNlYnZOejhtLWZtY0RRZHNhZFRCN3czS3BYaVlkRnE1VV84aHNFRUM0V3JjYy1MaDM0cE82Wlh2Zw?oc=5)) - Toyota is updating the Innova Hycross/Kijang Innova Zenix in Indonesia with 12.3-inch screens, DVR, Wi-Fi and a panoramic camera. (2 independent sources: [rushlane.com](https://www.rushlane.com/updated-toyota-innova-hycross-launched-in-indonesia-dual-12-3-screens-dvr-wifi-12559877.html), [Gaadiwaadi.com](https://gaadiwaadi.com/updated-toyota-innova-hycross-launched-in-indonesia-with-new-features/)) **Sources disagree** - Announced efficiency gain: more than 15% according to [soha.vn](https://soha.vn/toyota-phat-trien-he-thong-hybrid-cho-cac-mau-xe-the-he-moi-198261031144922019.htm), [Vietnam.vn](https://www.vietnam.vn/en/toyota-phat-trien-he-thong-hybrid-cho-cac-mau-xe-the-he-moi), [news.autoscout24.ch](https://news.autoscout24.ch/en/news/toyota-develops-new-1-5-liter-hybrid-engines), [somoselectricos.com](https://www.somoselectricos.com/hibridos-enchufables/toyota-presenta-nuevo-motor-hibrido-promete-consumir-mas-15-menos/20261101104559064796.html), [Autohled.cz](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMixAFBVV95cUxNUmJkeGp2RVdJZTN2U05uVkwwVnJIZ0pjekJrQ29NZHJUQmNIX29JMG9wVVI3Y3p2TVFBbjNaSmxnQUFzVndYdHNiUE5EV29RNDVaS3VBMEI3Sm9fbjhDYXBiMFpRN05IOEJKQVd1QzE4aG1FWTBRTUVCM28zNGFIUVA0bXBsd1dFbmxKVDZxWHkzX0lpbWZDa1lRZXkwUG5CVHBOTnhnWk1OWkk4QnQwdTBzYzI3am1UUW45VDZCOEREZldu?oc=5) ; 15% according to [adnkronos.com](https://www.adnkronos.com/motori/toyota-rivoluziona-il-sistema-ibrido-nuovo-motore-15_6JOD5s1pGpBeajM8LjVg8c), [justdrive.ru](https://www.justdrive.ru/auto-news/2839-toyota-novoe-pokolenie-gibridov-i-platforma.html), [morningoverview.com](https://morningoverview.com/toyota-says-its-next-hybrids-will-use-15-less-gas/), [oto.detik.com](https://oto.detik.com/mobil/d-8732413/toyota-siapkan-mesin-hybrid-baru-konsumsi-bbm-15-lebih-irit), [cnn.gr](https://www.cnn.gr/style/aytokinito/story/559661/i-toyota-etoimazei-nea-yvridika-me-stoxo-15-stin-katanalosi) ; up to 15% according to [dailysupercars.mx](https://dailysupercars.mx/n/toyota-crea-desde-cero-un-motor-1-5-para-su-nueva-generacion-de-hibridos) **Single source so far** - Akio Toyoda calls on all manufacturers to defend internal combustion powertrains and says he is very alone in doing so. (according to [Motor1.com](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMic0FVX3lxTFAwR3JLMFhmeFF6X1IwdVR6eU1PTkhoSnRtUDh4UC1LdWVaSUx6VEhTTTVnc1FaM1VRdnJ1VnFraTMzRE92dTlSNjZOOFRLRklqMDA1TkNLUUVxS1lHRGpiaGpaMzJFME03UXljVkZKMkVfWDQ?oc=5)) - Toyota adds to the Land Cruiser 300 a hybrid version of 457 hp, seven seats and a 1,500 W outlet. (according to [kuruma-news.jp](https://kuruma-news.jp/post/1131702)) - The Toyota Crown Signia is a 224 hp hybrid 4x4 crossover. (according to [Diariomotor](https://www.diariomotor.com/noticia/toyota-crown-signia-2027/)) - A Toyota hybrid engine is announced capable of traveling 1,200 km on a full tank. (according to [vtcnews.vn](https://vtcnews.vn/tin-xe-1-11-toyota-lam-dong-co-hybrid-di-duoc-1-200-km-sau-mot-lan-do-xang-ar1048510.html)) - Yoshihiro Nakata, head of Toyota Europe, announces the upcoming arrival of the new hybrid in Europe. (according to [la Repubblica](https://www.repubblica.it/en/motoring/2026/11/01/news/nakata_thanks_to_european_customers_toyota_cars_have_improved_the_new_hybrid_is_coming_soon-425691265/)) **Updates** - 1 November 2026 at 03:45: Announced efficiency gain: approximately 15%. - 1 November 2026 at 03:45: Announced range: 1,200 km on a full tank. - 1 November 2026 at 03:45: The 1.5-liter engine replaces the current 1.8 and 1.5-liter blocks. ## Sources by country and language - United States: 9 articles, 4 outlets - Vietnam: 4 articles, 4 outlets - unknown: 4 articles, 4 outlets - Brazil: 3 articles, 2 outlets - Japan: 3 articles, 3 outlets - Switzerland: 2 articles, 2 outlets - India: 2 articles, 2 outlets - Italy: 2 articles, 2 outlets - Russia: 2 articles, 2 outlets - China: 1 articles, 1 outlets - Czechia: 1 articles, 1 outlets - Germany: 1 articles, 1 outlets - Denmark: 1 articles, 1 outlets - Spain: 1 articles, 1 outlets - Greece: 1 articles, 1 outlets - Mexico: 1 articles, 1 outlets **Languages**: English (10), Spanish (5), unknown (5), Portuguese (4), Italian (4), Japanese (3), Russian (3), German (2), Dutch (1), Chinese (1) ## Timeline (12 events) ### 30 October 2026 — [Toyota teste un nouveau moteur essence 2.0 sur une GR86 de course](https://mecapress.com/events/1480-toyota-teste-un-nouveau-moteur-essence-2-0-sur-une-gr86-de-course.md) Toyota met à l'essai un moteur essence atmosphérique de 2 litres et quatre cylindres dans une GR86 de course expérimentale, dans le cadre de sa stratégie multi-énergies. 1 sources, 1 articles · Japon ### 31 October 2026 — [Toyota updates the Innova Zenix in Indonesia](https://mecapress.com/events/618-toyota-updates-the-innova-zenix-in-indonesia.md) Toyota is revising the Kijang Innova Zenix in Indonesia with new digital screens, connected functions and a panoramic camera, particularly on hybrid versions. 2 sources, 2 articles · Indonésie ### 31 October 2026 — [Japanese automaker defends future of combustion engines](https://mecapress.com/events/203-japanese-automaker-defends-future-of-combustion-engines.md) A Japanese automaker believes combustion engines still have many years ahead. It advocates a multi-technology approach rather than all-electric. 1 sources, 1 articles · Japon ### 31 October 2026 — [Toyota develops new generation of internal combustion engines to sell to other automakers](https://mecapress.com/events/97-toyota-develops-new-generation-of-internal-combustion-engines-to-sell-to-other.md) Toyota plans to develop a new generation of internal combustion engines and market them to other automakers to generate revenue. 3 sources, 3 articles · Worldwide (Japon) ### 31 October 2026 — [The Toyota Crown Signia, a 224-hp hybrid all-wheel-drive crossover, faces BMW and Audi](https://mecapress.com/events/502-the-toyota-crown-signia-a-224-hp-hybrid-all-wheel-drive-crossover-faces-bmw-and.md) Toyota offers the Crown Signia, an all-wheel-drive crossover with a 224-hp hybrid powertrain, positioned against premium German SUVs. 1 sources, 1 articles · États-Unis ### 31 October 2026 — [Akio Toyoda appelle les constructeurs à défendre une approche multi-énergies](https://mecapress.com/events/1061-akio-toyoda-appelle-les-constructeurs-a-defendre-une-approche-multi-energies.md) Le président de Toyota, Akio Toyoda, lance un appel aux autres constructeurs pour défendre la diversité des motorisations, moteurs thermiques et hybrides compris. 1 sources, 2 articles · Worldwide (Japon) ### 31 October 2026 — [Toyota prepares new generation of hybrids with internal combustion engines](https://mecapress.com/events/417-toyota-prepares-new-generation-of-hybrids-with-internal-combustion-engines.md) Toyota says it is not abandoning internal combustion engines and is preparing a new generation of hybrid powertrains resulting from decades of development. 4 sources, 22 articles · Japon ### 1 November 2026 — [Le patron de Toyota avertit ses fournisseurs : « sans changement, nous ne survivrons pas »](https://mecapress.com/events/1624-le-patron-de-toyota-avertit-ses-fournisseurs-sans-changement-nous-ne-survivrons.md) Le dirigeant de Toyota met en garde ses fournisseurs sur la rapidité de la mutation de l'industrie automobile et appelle à des changements majeurs pour la survie du groupe. 1 sources, 1 articles · Japon ### 1 November 2026 — [Toyota ajoute une version hybride de 457 ch au Land Cruiser 300](https://mecapress.com/events/1051-toyota-ajoute-une-version-hybride-de-457-ch-au-land-cruiser-300.md) Le Toyota Land Cruiser 300 reçoit une nouvelle motorisation hybride de 457 ch, avec sept places et une prise de courant 1 500 W, proposée à un tarif supérieur à la version diesel GX. 1 sources, 1 articles · Japon ### 1 November 2026 — [Toyota Europe annonce l'arrivée prochaine d'un nouvel hybride](https://mecapress.com/events/1209-toyota-europe-annonce-l-arrivee-prochaine-d-un-nouvel-hybride.md) Le patron de Toyota Europe, Yoshihiro Nakata, indique que le constructeur prépare un nouvel hybride et souligne l'apport des clients européens à l'amélioration de ses voitures. 1 sources, 2 articles · Italie, Japon ### 1 November 2026 — [Les ventes d'hybrides rechargeables de Toyota explosent](https://mecapress.com/events/1619-les-ventes-d-hybrides-rechargeables-de-toyota-explosent.md) Les ventes d'hybrides rechargeables de Toyota bondissent, l'offre élargie chez les concessionnaires rencontrant une demande contenue jusqu'ici. 1 sources, 1 articles · États-Unis ### 1 November 2026 — [La prochaine Toyota Corolla recevra un nouveau moteur 1.5 à quatre cylindres](https://mecapress.com/events/1611-la-prochaine-toyota-corolla-recevra-un-nouveau-moteur-1-5-a-quatre-cylindres.md) La prochaine génération de Corolla, attendue en 2028, devrait inaugurer un ensemble associant un moteur 1.5 quatre cylindres et une partie électrique réduite, promettant une consommation moindre. 1 sources, 1 articles · Japon --- Cite as: Mecapress, “Toyota defends multi-energy strategy and develops new internal combustion engines”, https://mecapress.com/stories/19-toyota-defends-multi-energy-strategy-and-develops-new-internal-combustion Methodology: https://mecapress.com/methodology