Toyota Hybrid Prius
New Generation PriusCar Buy Her are pleased to announce the arrival of the third-generation "Prius", which combines superior environmental performance with improved driving pleasure.
To show you just how fantastic the new model Prius really is, our chosen partners, Lindop Toyota are holding a ride and drive weekend on the 25th and 26th July. We expect demand to be VERY high and we would suggest that you pre-book in order to avoid disappointment. You can CONTACT US here to secure your test drive appointment
The third-generation "Prius", which combines superior environmental performance with improved driving pleasure, like its predecessors, the new Prius remains worthy of its name—Latin for "to go before"—by being equipped with the latest in TMC hybrid and other environmentally friendly technology. Its Toyota Hybrid System II (THS II) has been more-than-90-percent designed anew and synergizes with one of the best aerodynamic performances in the world. This synergy combines with other advances to achieve a world-leading1 fuel efficiency of 38.0km/l2, while providing driving performance on par with that offered by a vehicle with a larger 2.4-liter engine. The new Prius comes with four driving modes to match the requirements of specific driving environments, as well as with a solar-powered ventilation system and other dynamic features.
Picture for illustration only. UK Specification may differ Since becoming the world's first mass-produced hybrid vehicle in 1997, the Prius has been sold in more than 40 countries and regions around the world, with cumulative sales having exceeded 1.25 million units as of March 31, 2009. The third-generation Prius will be released in stages in more than 80 countries and regions, as part of an effort to further popularize hybrid vehicles worldwide.
Advanced hybrid performance
The engine and transaxle boast higher efficiency while the motor, inverter and other units are smaller, lighter and more efficient. The THS II has been more-than-90-percent redesigned and includes a 1.8-liter engine, a motor and a reduction gear. Synergetic effects generated between the hybrid system and the vehicle as a whole, including its one-of-the-best-in-the-world aerodynamic performances (with a coefficient of drag value of 0.25), achieve a world-best1 fuel efficiency of 38.0km/l2, and deliver driving performance equivalent to that of a 2.4-liter engine. (Under the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism JC08 test cycle, the new Prius has a fuel efficiency of 32.6km/l.)
Higher engine efficiency
The adoption of a newly developed 1.8-liter gasoline engine reduces engine rpm during high-speed driving and raises fuel efficiency at high speeds. The ample output and torque contribute to comfortable cruising.
TMC's first electric-powered water pump that draws its energy from the battery reduces friction loss through precise control of the coolant water flow rate and an electrically operated drive belt.
A high-expansion-ratio engine results in substantially less piston-pumping loss and internal friction, while cooled exhaust-gas recirculation (EGR) and roller rocker arms raise combustion efficiency.
An exhaust heat recovery system uses exhaust heat, which in the past was discarded, for the interior heater and for warming up the engine.
Key units made smaller and lighter
The transaxle is smaller and lighter with a compact, high-speed motor that achieves increased output, and a reduction gear that increases torque.
The power control unit uses a boost converter to raise system voltage to a maximum of 650V, but is substantially smaller and lighter thanks to a redesign of the cooling system.
The hybrid battery features high-output, nickel-metal hydride cells and features smaller cooling intake/exhaust ducts and fans.
Key hybrid system specifications
| Engine | Model | 2ZR-FXE |
| Displacement | 1,797 cc | |
| Maximum output | 73 kW (99 PS)/5,200 rpm | |
| Maximum torque | 142 N-m (14.5 kgf-m)/4,000 rpm | |
| Motor | Maximum output | 60 kW (82 PS) |
| Maximum torque | 207 N-m (21.1kgf-m) | |
| Complete system | Maximum output* | 100 kW (136 PS) |
| Battery | Nickel-metal hydride | |
| *Using both engine power and electric motor power; based on TMC calculations |
For eco-minded operation, an Eco-Drive Mode puts emphasis on fuel efficiency, while an Eco-Drive Monitor on the central instrument panel supports environmentally considerate driving. The monitor can display: 1) the Hybrid System Indicator, which shows status of accelerator and energy regeneration, 2) one-minute or five-minute fuel efficiency rates, 3) a fuel efficiency history that shows average fuel efficiency and maximum fuel efficiency for the past five trips, and 4) real-time energy consumption. The monitor can also be linked to a navigation system (on vehicles with a hard-disc-drive navigation system and the Prius Super Live Sound System) to display on the navigation system screen the degree of environmentally considerate driving and driving tips.
A Power Mode allows more agile driving, while optimization of the platform achieves smooth steering, cruising stability, a smooth ride and superior straight-driving stability at high speeds.
Electric Vehicle (EV) Drive Mode uses just the motor for extremely quiet cruising, while effective placement of sound-absorbing materials and vibration-controlling materials on the high-rigidity body achieve outstanding quietness.
The Third Generation Prius will reach us by Mid August, for more information, please feel free to CONTACT US and we will provide you with more information as it becomes available
