Aston Martin Executive Says Cygnet Mini Car Was Axed Because Toyota Is Killing The iQ

The reason why Aston Martin axed the Cygnet was because the Toyota iQ, on which it was based, is being dropped next year, claims Aston chief Ulrich Bez.

“We stopped the Cygnet as Toyota itself will stop the iQ in 2014 and we don’t want to invest any more,” he said.

Bez also revealed his disappointment and frustration that the Cygnet had not worked out as planned for Aston Martin, and outlined some of the developments Aston had wanted for it.

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MattDarringer - 10/25/2013 7:13:45 PM

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The Toyota/Scion iQ is a TERRIBLE car to drive for its dismal road manners and NVH. Aston Martin should do a version of the Hyundai Veloster turbo, at least THAT would be fun to drive.