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Toyota introduced the new Prius

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Toyota introduced the new Prius
The updated version of the popular hybrid received a new GA-C platform, fresh design and improved technical characteristics.

Toyota introduced the new Prius


The new Prius is a 5-door coupe with a streamlined body and 19" wheels. Toyota says the reduced drag helps the car consume less fuel and thus emit less carbon dioxide emissions. slightly moved back.The length of the body was reduced by 46 mm to 4600 mm, the width decreased by 22 mm to 1782 mm, the wheelbase, on the contrary, increased by 50 mm to 2750, so the interior became more spacious.



From 0 to 100 km / h, the car accelerates in 6.7 seconds. The power reserve has increased by almost 50%, photovoltaic cells in the PHEV configuration are able to provide an average of 1250 km per year. Under the hood of the updated Prius is a 2-liter gasoline engine with a capacity of 148 hp. It is complemented by a 160 hp electric engine. Thus, the total power is 223 hp. The previous generation Prius has a 1.8 liter engine with 122 hp.



There is also a version with a choice of petrol engines: 1.8- or 2.0-liter with a total output of up to 193 hp. More premium trims will get the e-Four all-wheel drive system.

The cost of the updated Toyota Prius is still unknown. The start of sales is scheduled for December.
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