Are you looking for an affordable purchase, with efficiency and dependability?
The iconic Toyota Prius is a car in it’s own class, not only economical, it is a favorite and top buy amongst educated buyers. Since 2000 Toyota has sold over one million Prius’ in the U.S.
Why is it America’s best-selling Hybrid?
It’s enduring success is due to the fact that it just makes sense. Most Hybrids on the market are not as efficient nor as affordable as the Prius, giving it a high rating for all around personality. The durability of the Prius can be viewed in the older models. They run smoothly and efficiently even with higher mileage, more so than most cars, making this a smart, long lasting purchase.
Green Car journal has the 2012 Toyota Prius in the top 5, with the winner being announced at the Los Angeles auto show November 17th. The new features on the 2012 include the hatchback Prius C with a much lower price and higher gas mileage. The Prius V is an extended hatchback wagon. It is roomier, with 50% more interior space, 34.3 cubic feet of cargo room, 12.7 cubic feet more than the standard Prius. It sits higher than the normal Prius, feeling extremely comfortable with tons of leg room. The base amenities on the Prius include the new Entune multimedia system, and all the comfort of Toyota that you would expect. the
The third generation 1.8 liter gas engine is the same ingenius design that we have seen from Toyota, with a pair of electric motors and battery. The Prius is sleek, smooth and barely utters a sound. 134 hp gives it the ability to go from 0-60 in 10 seconds. The fuel mileage is incredible, 33 city and 44 highway, giving unbelievable efficiency in comparison to most cars on the market. The 2012 Prius is 10 MPG better than the 2001 model.
If you’re smart about this you could even beat the mileage figure.There are three modes on the Prius. The ECO mode allows for it to rely less on the gas side and more on the electric side, or switch it up to engine/transmission making the most of gas when it’s running. There is also an EV mode which completely cuts off the gas engine all together giving the option to operate solely on the battery.
Oohh this car is such a gem, an all time favorite from Toyota. It is driving for the future, with great gas mileage and long lasting dependability. Keeping it eco-conscious and extremely efficient. To test drive a PRIUS come by your favorite PALM BEACH TOYOTA and give it a go.
