The Toyota Century is one of the most mysterious vehicles ever. Think about it, it is the automaker's largest and most luxurious sedan, but yet, it is only sold in Japan. People who know about the Century, won’t mistake it for anything else. It has a distinct design with a large front grille, multi-spoke wheels, and a classic sedan body shaped in a way that harkens back to the retro days. In fact, the new Century is very similar to those of the past. The reason the Century exists is mainly to be used by Japanese executives, business people, and even politicians.

It is a staple of Japan and provides a luxurious vehicle for the Japanese domestic market. Now, since the world is moving towards SUVs, according to the Japanese publication BestcarWeb a Century SUV is in the works. Allegedly, this Toyota Rolls Royce competitor will look very similar to the sedan but will ride higher. Speculations state that it may be based on the Grand Highlander platform. With rumors surrounding this vehicle as an excuse, here are 10 luxury features we would want to see in the Century SUV.

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10 A Powerful Engine Is A Must

An under the hood view of the 2023 Toyota Tundra iFORCE MAX.
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A view of the 2023 Toyota Tundra iForce Max engine.

Of course, luxury cars aren’t about all-out speed. However, they do require big and powerful engines that make every journey a breeze. In many instances, luxury means ease of use and a powerful engine makes maintaining highway speeds or overtaking traffic far easier. Now, which engine could potentially make its way into the century SUV?

Well, the current sedan uses a 5.0 liter V-8 that is paired with an electric motor. This is surely a viable option but just in case the 5.0 liter has to go, it can be replaced with the 3.5-liter turbo unit found in the current Land Cruiser and Tundra. Paired with a hybrid system, this is a unit that can pump out 437 horsepower which is a very respectable figure.

9 Ride Quality Needs To Be As Smooth As Silk

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A front-facing shot of a Toyota Century

Great ride quality and waft-ability is a staple of any luxurious vehicle. Getting to your destination should be undisturbed by uneven surfaces on the road. Remember that the Century SUV will be a vehicle its owners won’t actually drive. In most cases, people buying the Century will have a chauffeur; therefore, they will be able to relax in the back seat.

This means that they can do work during their journey making great ride quality even more important. To achieve such levels of ride quality the vehicle needs to sit on independent suspension; therefore, the platform of the Tundra or Land Cruiser won’t cut it. Rumors call for a platform similar to that of the Grand Highlander which will certainly work better. However, even that will need improving to achieve ride quality like that of the sedan.

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8 Wool Seats Will Be A Staple In The Century SUV

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A shot of the rear seats in a Toyota Century

The Century sedan may be the only luxury vehicle to use wool seats and, in our eyes, this is immensely cool. Wool In Japan is seen as a traditional material that is often used in high-end clothing, such as kimonos; therefore, it fits the purpose of the Century. Also worth noting is the fact that wool is durable, soft to the touch, provides excellent insulation, and is hypoallergenic.

Additionally, it is more resistant to stains and odors than many other materials. This makes it perfect for use on car seats. Now, because of its association with luxury in Japan and the fact that it is used in the sedan, wool will certainly need to make its way into the SUV as a luxurious but also historical touch.

7 The Century SUV Will Need A Huge Interior

A shot from the back seat of a 2022 Toyota Century
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A view from the rear seat of a 2022 Toyota Century sedan

Continuing with the idea that this is a vehicle you are being driven in but not driving, is the fact that a huge interior is necessary. Online renderings present the Century SUV as a four-seater which is a good start as it provides a big center console for rear passengers. From there on, the Century will need a long wheelbase (similar to the long-wheelbase Range Rover) in order to accommodate comfortable reclining seats and even small screens for entertainment. A longer vehicle will also provide space for a big trunk that is also needed in such a vehicle. Remember, comfort is the key here and a spacious vehicle plays a huge role in how comfortable a car feels.

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6 Cutting-Edge Technology Will Bring The Century SUV To Modern-Day Standards

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A shot of the Toyota Century's rear seat control module

The Technology will have to be better than what we currently have in the Lexus LS, and in the Century can come in two forms. The first one is entertainment which can add amenities like screens, wireless charging, electric seats, heated seats, or even massaging seats. This, of course, will elevate the experience of being inside the vehicle as it will make long drives feel much shorter. However, on top of entertainment technology, the Century needs to feature the latest and greatest in safety.

For example, emergency automatic braking, autonomous mode, blind spot monitoring, and even autonomous parking are all features that someone buying this vehicle will value. When it comes to luxury, this is going to be Toyota’s flagship SUV and it needs to feature the latest technology the Japanese automaker can offer.

5 All-Wheel-Drive Will Be A Must In This Luxury Toyota SUV

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A shot of the Toyota Century's drivetrain and hybrid powertrain

Since this is an SUV, it will surely feature an all-wheel drive system, right? Well, yes and no. there are many instances where higher-riding vehicles don’t feature AWD. Since the Century SUV will be a high-end vehicle, AWD will most probably come as standard. However, it is still important to mention its importance. First and foremost, AWD makes for a safer vehicle.

The fact that all four wheels can receive power makes for a vehicle that handles much better while also being more predictable. This, in turn, increases safety. Of course, safety isn’t the only benefit. An AWD system in the Century will ensure that the vehicle can reach its destination regardless of the weather – another key attribute of a luxury car. The last thing you want is to pay upwards of 200,000 dollars for a vehicle that can’t get you where you want to go during winter.

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4 Its Design Must Follow That Of The Sedan

Side profile of a black Toyota Century
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Side profile of a black Toyota Century

Of course, great design is one of the biggest attributes of any luxury vehicle. A car that costs this much money should look like a upscale product and must be distinguishable from the rest. However, we need to be careful here, the Century never featured an over-the-top exterior. For a vehicle of this type and price, it features a subtle, yet extremely distinguishable design and the SUV needs to follow a similar pattern.

The large front grille, multi-spoke wheels, and elegant and subtle body lines of this stately limousine are all design cues that should make their way over to the taller variant. This will ensure that buyers of the sedan will also appreciate the SUV for its Japanese design philosophy.

3 Hand-Crafted Workmanship Can Make The Century Feel More Exclusive

There is something about hand-crafted components that makes a car feel much more bespoke. It may be the fact that when something is handmade it is entirely unique. You see, humans can’t make two things identical. There will always be a slight difference between handmade parts.

For example, if the Century gets hand-stitched seats, from a distance they will all look the same, but once you look closely you will realize that there are minor differences. However, aside from uniqueness, handmade materials also convey a sense of passion. The fact that someone has sat down and put time into creating the product for you leads to a much more respectable result.

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2 An Incredibly Advanced Climate Control System Will Elevate The Cabin

Don’t worry, we aren’t suggesting the obvious here. An advanced climate control system will merge climate control with great air filtration like the one that can be found in the new Range Rover. Land Rover has recently introduced a new air filtration system in the latest Range Rover models. This system is designed to improve the air quality inside the vehicle's cabin and provide a more comfortable and healthier driving experience for passengers.

Air filtration is so effective that it can trap particles as small as 2.5 microns in size. Also, it can neutralize positively charged particles, including viruses, bacteria, and allergens. As you can imagine, this is a system that will make the Century SUV even more luxurious as it will provide passengers with air that is as clean as possible.

1 Tailor The Century To Your Needs

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A rendering of a Toyota Crown Century SUV 

Buying a car of this type and price must come with some customization options. For example, creating your own bespoke colors is one way Toyota can provide the freedom of personalization to their customers. Granted, bespoke colors will cost much more for the company, but this is a luxury vehicle.

Therefore, a premium price for this feature can be asked for. Also, just like the Century sedan does, the SUV can feature interior options like full leather or wool upholstery. Of course, the vehicle should also be able to be spaced according to budget and preference. From there on, usual options like wheel design and trim level can be added to ensure that every Century can be crafted into a unique machine for each unique buyer.