Test: 2025 Toyota Mirai Fuel Cell Sedan

The Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell car performs as you’d want in any premium sedan – just with zero tailpipe emissions. Total emissions depend on where the hydrogen comes from – how clean the fuel-making process is. Regardless, hydrogen fill-ups are quick, though a bit more complicated than with gas or diesel. And the 640-km or so range is…well, what you’d expect in a so-called normal car.

How much? The base price is $54,330, plus fees and taxes. You’re looking at mid-$60s out the door.

That for a four-door, rear-wheel-drive sedan with sporty performance thanks to balanced weight distribution, a low center of gravity and a nicely tuned suspension. The car’s handing is predictable and responsive, given this is a heavy rig and a big one.

Toyota seems pretty unwavering in its commitment to hydrogen fuel cell technology. Why? Toyota views hydrogen as a versatile energy source that can decarbonize various sectors beyond just transportation, including power generation and industrial applications. Hydrogen also aligns with consumer expectations for convenience -- quick refueling times and long driving ranges. And so, , Toyota has invested heavily in hydrogen infrastructure development, advocating for hydrogen stations and production facilities to make fuel cell vehicles more accessible.

The point is, Toyota has long argued that battery-electric vehicles are not the only so-called “green” answer. Different regions and markets may require various solutions to meet environmental goals, and hydrogen fuel cells are an essential part of their strategy to reduce carbon emissions globally. As we’re seeing, BEVs have their drawbacks and detractors.

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