Introducing The All New Toyota Prius 2010

The All New 2010 Toyota Prius Gas Electric Hybrid Car

  • Sold in 80 countries
  • Target 400,000 units to be sold in 2010

Key New Specifications:

  • Achieves 50 miles per gallon
  • Attains 0.25 coefficient of Drag, making it the World’s most Aerodynamic vehicle
  • Has 5 additional cubic feet more of Interior Space with no change in Wheelbase, Length, Width & Height
  • 3 Selective Modes – EB, Economy & Power to accommodate a wide range of driving conditions
  • Improved Multi Information Display, Integrated conveniently in the Dashboard for more driver feedback – Fuel Consumption, Energy Flow and New Hybrid System Indicator
  • Solar Power Sunroof – automatically powers the Ventilation System on hot days. With 107 F in the sun, the solar panel allows Improved Ventilation Cooling in the cabin, so as not to strain the Air Conditioning, hence Conserving Battery Power

The Basics

  • Drive wheels: front
  • Engine: 1.8-liter 4-cylinder gasoline engine with battery-driven electric motor
  • Horsepower: 98 gas engine, 134 combined
  • Transmission: continuously variable automatic (CVT)

Dimensions – No Change

  • Wheelbase: 106.3 inches
  • Length: 175.6 inches
  • Width: 68.7 inches
  • Height: 58.7 inches
  • Base curb weight: 2,975 pounds (CG estimate)

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