Toyota’s 10-seater Quantum
By Vincent Gilbey
Toyota has added a 10-seater to its Quantum minibus range that doesn’t require the professional driving permit required for the 12-seater.? It comes with either a 2.7-litre petrol engine or a 2.5-litre turbodiesel, each with a five-speed manual transmission, and is intended for the hospitality industry and staff transport.
The body is shorter and has a lower roof than the 14-seater and its passengers sit in a 2-2-3-3 configuration with two front doors, a sliding side door and a large tail door. Power windows and mirrors, a radio/CD and air-conditioning with 12 vents and separate controls for front ands rear are standard and the lower roof allows access to most garages The new model has a shorter body and lower roof than the 14-seater version.