A "baby" Aston Martin concept car designed for commuters could soon go into production.

The luxury motor company, whose cars feature in a number of James Bond films, has joined Toyota to develop the Cygnet concept.

The result is an Aston Martin trademark design based on the Toyota iQ car.

Aston Martin, which is based at Gaydon, Warwickshire, boasts that the Cygnet will offer drivers "a distinctive, intelligent and exclusive solution for urban travel in style and luxury".

Aston Martin chief executive Dr Ulrich Bez said: "Now is the right time for Aston Martin to take this first bold step to embark on this special project - made possible with the support of an organisation of Toyota's stature and capability and the intelligent design and perfect city car package of the iQ."

He went on: "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 an (Aston Martin) 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."

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