It should come as no surprise Toyota will unveil the third-generation Prius hybrid car at the 2009 Detroit auto show just over nine months from now. What’s much more surprising, however, is a new report indicating a Prius-based Lexus model will debut at the same time.
That’s right — Toyota will debut not one, but two hybrid-specific models at next year’s North American International Auto Show. Based on the same platform and drivetrain as the new Prius, the Lexus model will be a sort of lifestyle sports wagon, according to Motor Trend.
Not much else is known about the new models, and debut dates could easily change in the coming months. It’s also unclear if the Lexus model will be presented as a showroom-ready car or a production-preview concept.
