Historically, Turkey has been largely dependent on foreign automobile manufacturers. However, recently the country has made a step away from reliance and to independence in the industry. TOGG which is a collaboration of various Turkish companies has just unveiled an electric crossover SUV that is the country’s first completely indigenous car.

Notably, the only foreign impact on the vehicle is the Italian design firm Pininfarina so it is safe to still call it homegrown. The vehicle isn’t simply an electric vehicle as its base versions arrives with a singe 200 horsepower rear-axle moto. This means that the car is capable of 0-60MPH in about 7.6 seconds, which is commendable. On the other hand, its most beefed up version goe up to a 400 horsepower dual motor setup that can achieve o-62MPH in 4.8 seconds flat.

TOGG
TOGG EV Crossover SUV

The operational range of the TOGG EV SUV’s battery is about 300 miles (482 kilometres) that is capable of reaching an 80 percent charge in just 30 minutes. It achieves this with a (rough estimate) 150kW charger. The car features a bunch of useful functions and follows a futuristic and tech-savvy design philosophy. It offers a “Sow Traffic Pilot” that will offer Level 2 semi-autonomous that could go with Level 3 autonomy and higher.

Editor’s Pick: Xiaomi WalkingPad R1 Pro: A Compact, Foldable Treadmill For Your Home (Video)

The Turkish EV SUV’s interior controls are primarily digital carry a Porsche style passenger display. It is also claimed to have a holographic assistant that will utilize eye-tracking to better provide information so the driver need not take his eyes off the road. The vehicle is also connected to the internet so it will link the SUV to the grid and deliver OTA updates periodically.

TOGG

Although the crossover is clearly directed and marketed with nationalistic ideals, it also draws attention to Turkey’s inequality. According to a report from TurkStat, the average yearly income within the country is under 5000 US Dollars (roughly 34,812 Yuan) while people in Istanbul make a bit over 6000 US Dollars (roughly 41,775 Yuan). So, even if TOGG prices the EV SUV reasonably or affordably, it won’t be as easily accessible considering the features the car offers. Thus, it might be a good start for the country, but one that might not hit it off with the masses.

UP NEXT: Xiaomi R&D production line kicks off today, Mi 9 Pro 5G manufactured

 

RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR