--- title: "Will Toyota’s Rolls-Royce and Bentley Rival Have an 800-HP V12?" date: "2026-02-12" modified: "2026-02-12" authors: - name: "Adam Ismail" job_title: "Senior Editor" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/adam-ismail" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/will-toyotas-rolls-royce-and-bentley-rival-have-an-800-hp-v12" categories: - "News" - "News by Brand" - "Toyota News" tags: - "concept" - "Coupe" - "luxury" - "Toyota" --- # Will Toyota’s Rolls-Royce and Bentley Rival Have an 800-HP V12? ![Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda presents the Century Coupe concept at the 2025 Japan Mobility Show.]() *Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda presents the Century Coupe concept at the 2025 Japan Mobility Show. \Toyota\* The dazzling [Century Coupe]() concept that [Toyota]() unveiled last October in Tokyo represented more than a vision. It was a statement of intent to pursue the pinnacle of automotive luxury and take the fight to Bentley and Rolls-Royce—not just in Japan but around the world. A new rumor has revived hope that Toyota will do this not with merely any internal-combustion engine, but with an electrically assisted, twin-turbocharged, 6.0-liter V12, good for a total output of 800 horsepower. Yes, Toyota had our curiosity, but now it has our attention. The report originated in *[Magazine X]()*, a Japanese auto publication, and comes to us by way of our friends at *[MotorTrend]()*. This stout hybrid powertrain will supposedly be paired with all-wheel drive for the high-riding coupe and, of course, an automatic transmission. What, you expected the typical Century client to row their own gears? The engine is reportedly still in development, and it's currently unclear whether Toyota has opted to cast the thing from scratch or double up on the 3.0-liter BMW six-cylinder it knows well from the [GR Supra](). These are some of the many questions surrounding the two-door, amber coupe we saw last fall. Toyota has confirmed that this new Century will be a global product, but it's too early to tell when we'll actually be able to see it in the flesh. Chances are strong [it'll be sold through Lexus dealerships]() here in the States, but naturally, not just *any* Lexus dealership. Only those that meet the exacting standards befitting the Century marque—not to mention the $200K-plus [GR GT]()—will have the privilege of carrying Toyota's most exclusive vehicles alongside UX Hybrids that cost a fifth as much. One thing is for sure, though: If that's the retail strategy Toyota goes for, it'll be an unusual sight. As of last year, every V12-equipped vehicle still for sale came from a European marque. We're talking Ferrari, Aston Martin, Maybach, Rolls-Royce, Lamborghini, and Gordon Murray. Imagine Toyota making itself a part of that elite company. As the world's largest automaker, it's about time. *Got a tip? Reach out to tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Adam is a Senior Editor at The Drive, concentrating on curating and developing the site's slate of daily journalism, from initial pitch to final copy edit. When he's not at his desk researching leads and working with writers, he's testing vehicles or reviewing racing games, new and old. He joined The Drive in 2023, following seven years of covering consumer technology and cars. A car lover and gamer since his earliest memories, Adam came to know the automotive world through video games. First it was Daytona USA, Sega Rally, and Ridge Racer; then came Need For Speed, which inspired an encyclopedic knowledge of '90s supercars, and, of course, Gran Turismo. If not for them, he'd assuredly be doing something else right now. Adam is based in the suburbs outside Philly, where there are ample roads for his hot hatch to stretch its legs. In his car, he's probably listening to indie rock, drum and bass, or Yankees baseball. ### Author social links [Bluesky]() [Instagram]() [LinkedIn]()