Toyota Prius V Detroit 2011

Ten years and more than a million units since the launch of the first generation Toyota Prius has the V, 4.62 m long MPV made from the hybrid platform now known HSD. Therefore, there are the Atkinson cycle gasoline engine 1.8 (98 hp) electric module and accredited 80 hp, for a combined output of 134 hp. Thanks to the excellent aerodynamic drag coefficient (equal to 0.29) consumption remains subdued, slightly higher than the sedan in the city are required just 5.6 liters of fuel per hundred kilometers, increasing to 6.2 and 5.9 respectively on the highway and in the combined cycle . V The Prius is also equipped with 16-inch alloy wheels and 205/60 tires, while the wheels 17 (optional) wear 215/50 tires.

The Japanese MPV measuring 4.62 meters in length, 1.78 in width and height for a 1:57 pace for 2.78 meters. The interior sees increase its volume by 50% compared to the sedan, while the trunk can stow 971 dm3. The Toyota Prius V also uses the new multimedia system called “Entune”, which allows interfacing with applications for smartphones and search through the internet browser Bing information on traffic, fuel prices, weather and sports. V The Prius will be sold in the U.S. since the summer of 2011.

During the press conference to present the top Toyota have confirmed the promotion of the word “Prius” a real brand, which will soon feature a family of cars with hybrid drive.