Toyota has built a fine 2010 Toyota Prius car that can deliver more than 50 miles per gallon. The plug-in test drive was exciting, and it provided several details. This 50 MPG plug-in hybrid vehicle is loaded with new technologies and solar panel energy.
Toyota Prius has solar panels mounted on its roof that automatically charge its solar ventilation system. When the doors to the automobile are unlocked , you expected to feel hot air rushing out of the car, instead, the interior is cool. This is a great feature because heat is the number one reason why interior in vehicles is destroyed.
Prius has an instant fuel economy bar graph which is different than its first and second-generation previous models. This graph has moved from the navigation screen, from previous models, to the dashboard instrument panel. The third-generation gauge is now located on top of the dash so the driver can keep their eyes on the road ahead.
Toyota Prius 2010 drives with precision and feels stable and secure. The steering wheel responds immediately because of the automobile's electric-assisted power steering (EPS) and can handle turns accurately. The EPS is probably one of its best features because the car handles so smoothly around corners.
Toyota 2010 Prius also includes an added steering caster to enhance the vehicle's straight-line stability. The steering rack is rigidly mounted to improve central feel. The electronic-assist power steering feels like real steering with accurate precision.
The Prius Hybrid automobile ran very quiet during the test drive. It was hard to believe the engine was on. The engine is a 1.8-liter inline-4 with variable intake valve timing and power output is rated at 98 hp.
However, the new Toyota Prius can deliver up to 134 hp. The plug-in hybrid car gets an additional 36 hp coming from the carryover nickel-metal hydride battery pack. The hybrid batteries can provide more punch while improving efficiency.
The new Toyota Prius averaged 53.4 mpg during the test drive and review. It has been noticed that slower acceleration and not using the brake as often helped with fuel economy. It is possible to achieve more mileage on this car.
The Toyota Prius plug in can go from 0-60 is 10 seconds. This isn't bad for this vehicle.
Toyota built a fine car, and there will be another review. There is so much to tell about this vehicle. The Toyota Prius price is around $22,000 depending on what features you add.
Source : newsoxy.com, by Andy Hodges, June 11th, 2009
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