Currently under development, the Cygnet could be a second or third car for Aston Martin's customers, similarly to a luxury yacht tender.

The Cygnet combines the main features of the Toyota iQ - the flat under-floor fuel tank, asymmetric dashboard, CO2 emissions starting from 99 g/km and Euro NCAP 5-star rating - with finishes that adopt Aston Martin’s iconic design language.

The commuter car will be tailored specifically to customer requirements at Aston Martin’s global headquarters in Gaydon, UK.

Aston Martin Chief Executive, Dr Ulrich Bez said: “Much work is still required, but I am confident that this project could become reality in the not too distant future.

This concept - akin to an exclusive tender to a luxury yacht - will allow us to apply Aston Martin design language, craftsmanship and brand values to a completely new segment of the market.”

“The offering of a ‘Cygnet’ with a DBS, DB9 or Vantage is a unique combination of opposites and a novel transport solution allowing intelligent and sensitive mobility on an exclusive and innovative level.”

Tadashi Arashima, CEO and President of TME exlained: ‘The Cygnet is a good choice for the Aston Martin owner looking for that second or third car, which is luxurious and eco-conscious.’

(Source: Toyota, Aston Martin)