- The Toyota JPN Taxi has received mild updates for 2025, after eight years on sale in Japan.
- The hybrid model is now equipped with a larger LPG tank, resulting in a longer range.
- Interior changes include a 7-inch digital instrument cluster and redesigned rear A/C vents.
Toyota has just made the Japanese equivalent of the London cab a little bit better for 2025. The Toyota JPN Taxi benefits from a longer driving range, a new digital instrument cluster, and improved safety features.
The JPN Taxi was originally introduced in 2017, with a tall body, sliding doors, and a spacious cabin prioritizing comfort. Toyota didn’t feel the need to change anything on the exterior design, which features three-piece bumpers and removable covers for the lighting units, making it cheaper to repair after minor fender benders.
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Moving inside, the highlight for the 2025 update is a redesigned 7-inch digital instrument cluster which is said to improve visibility. Rear passengers can now choose the direction of the roof-mounted A/C vents, while the driver has access to an optional external power supply attachment for the front window.
As with its predecessor, the taxi has antibacterial upholstery for the seats, grips for the elderly, a heated rear bench, and the option to carry a wheelchair in a three-seater configuration.
The JPN Taxi is still fitted with the self-charging hybrid powertrain that combines a 1.5-liter LPG engine with an single electric motor and a floor-mounted nickel-metal battery pack. The news is that the LPG tank has grown from 52 lt (13.7 gallons) to 58 lt (15.3 gallons). Naturally, this will allow the hybrid model to travel longer distances between refuelling stops, making life easier for taxi drivers.
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The Toyota Safety Sense ADAS suite has also received a few upgrades. The detection of pedestrians, cyclists, bikers, and other vehicles has been improved in various scenarios on both night and day. Furthermore, the lane departure warning is joined by a lane keeping assist, there is a low-speed acceleration suppression function, and blind spot monitoring is now optionally available.
According to Toyota, the aforementioned changes are the result of customer feedback. The updated JPN Taxi is already available to order in Japan. The base trim is priced at ¥3,455,100 ($24,200), while the high-spec Takumi grade costs ¥3,680,600 ($25,800).
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