Finally the Toyota Mirai will cut its teeth on the market for the 2016 model year.  The Mirai is the Fuel Cell Vehicle (FCV) that offers us a vehicle that runs on hydrogen and can drive up to 300 miles on a single tank of this alternative fuel.  What makes this a great choice is the fact that the only emissions that this car puts out comes in the form of water vapor.  There are a few other hydrogen-powered vehicles on the market such as the Hyundai Tucson FCV and the Honda FCX Clarity but the Mirai may be the one that takes the automotive world by storm.

The fuel cell vehicle market has been popular as a lease market and for some is only offering vehicles for businesses to gather data and improve their vehicles for the next model.  The Mirai is a bit different from this normal trend.  The Mirai will be offered at a lease of $499 per month for 36 months with $3,649 due at signing but this is one vehicle that is available for purchase.  The cost to purchase comes in at $58,335 but once you factor in the incentives of up to $13,000 the overall price will come down to much closer to $45,000 to make it more affordable.

One question that always comes with a vehicle that has a new powertrain is what is actually under the hood?  The Mirai uses a hydrogen fuel cell stack that is powered through and electric motor with no gasoline backup at all.  The hydrogen mixes with oxygen to provide the electricity needed to power the car and will give you 153 horsepower and 247 lb.-ft. of torque.  This power plant is attached to an ECVT to give the best use of the fuel and offer a fuel mileage of 67 mpge and a full 312 mile range.

The power plant and price are not the only parts of this car that are important to the new Mirai.  When you look inside the car instead of being greeted by a great deal of features that you won’t be familiar with, which seems to happen often on some of the vehicles that are put out that offer a new system of power.  The Mirai is elegant and enjoyable from every seat in the car to make it a highly enjoyable car for anyone who wants to buy a car that only emits water vapor into the atmosphere.

On the outside the Mirai also offers a great style to be admired in a way that cannot be argued with at all.  With beautiful lines and sleek look the Mirai does not come to the market with an odd shape like the Prius did when it first hit the market, but it does give us a fantastic style that makes it one of the most attractive cars to come from Toyota.  The shape that is offered gives you plenty of active airflow that makes the design work extremely well for you to drive this car and have a great ride.

This car is certainly one you will enjoy if you live near a hydrogen refueling station, giving you the perfect zero-emissions car to enjoy.  One huge benefit is the free hydrogen you can experience for the first three years as one of the perks of driving this great car which makes it a car that is easy to love on the road that has a drive that is very similar to the Prius which has become one of the favorites for so many who want to enjoy the fuel savings of a hybrid vehicle.

More specifically regarding the drive the Mirai is a car that is not just like any other, it’s basically an electric car that creates its own energy.  The acceleration is similar to a hybrid model with instant acceleration and power to give you a great ride.  You will know how far you have to go and how much hydrogen you have used from the information screens in front of you.  The suspension and steering give you a feeling of easy control and the confidence to take on the twists and turns that are present on a variety of roads in your area to make this a great zero-emissions drive.

Have you ever thought of your car as being a generator?  The Mirai is made to be able to power a home for up to a week, or it can be the power source at the ballgame when you choose to go and tailgate.  Another amazing feature of this car is the 24/7 care offer from Toyota that gives you enhanced roadside assistance, a loaner vehicle when needed and a map of the locations of the various hydrogen stations and where they are placed throughout the country.

Speaking of features, the standard equipment you will find on the Mirai include the three years of free hydrogen fuel, the 24/7 concierge service mentioned, Entune audio that has three years of Safety Connect and much more.  This car comes with some great items for you to enjoy and take full advantage of on the road to make living with hydrogen as your fuel source one that you can fully appreciate and enjoy.

The only optional features you will see on the new Mirai is the Power Take-Off unit which is a great feature if ever you are in an emergency situation.  With this feature by your side you won’t need to buy a typical home generator to take care of your home in case of a power outage.

The Toyota Mirai is a great way to get to know what hydrogen power is all about and show you the future of driving.  If you feel this is the car for you, check them out at your nearby Toyota dealer in order to have the right car for what you want to drive and enjoy and have the emissions you want from your car with is exactly zero.