Toyota has finally revealed its second-ever Prius model, to be known as the Prius v. The Prius v is an MPV and is intended to offer a fuel efficient option for small families that don’t quite fit in the standard Prius hatchback model.
With the introduction of the Prius v, Toyota is looking to further cement its lead as the top producer of hybrid vehicles in the world. The Prius v is comes with the same powertrain found in the hatchback model, but offers a crucial 60 percent additional cargo space. Despite the sizable jump in room for passenger’s belongings and the associated weight increase to go along with it, Prius v is still expected to be rated at 42 miles per gallon in the city, and 38 on the highway.
The Prius v shares the same platform and Hybrid Synergy Drive system as the current Prius, resulting in net output of 134 horsepower.
Because the Prius v is aimed squarely at families and their needs to take cross-town or cross-country trips, the v also intends to entertain thanks to the first-ever availability of Toyota’s newly unveiled Entune infotainment system. Like similar systems from Ford and Chrysler, Toyota’s Entune will allow drivers to view local fuel prices, traffic information, weather reports, stock market updates and sports scores.
Entune also allows users to listen to a variety of audio options, including Clear Channel’s iheartradio, Pandora, XM, HD terrestrial radio and USB connections for portable media devices. Clear Channel’s iheartradio offers more than 750 “hometown” stations, giving users the ability to listen to any connected Clear Channel station anywhere they have mobile coverage, while Pandora lets users customize their own station based on their music type preferences.
The internal layout consists of seating for five with sliding second row seats to allow for easier ingress and egress and rear-storage flexibility. Second row seats also feature 45-degree recline for greater comfort. The 60/40 split, folding rear seats present four different seating arrangements to accommodate both passengers and luggage, while a fold-flat front-passenger seat allows for longer cargo.
Prius v has a standard backup camera and a wide-opening cargo hatch with 34 cubic feet of luggage space. Marking another first for a Toyota vehicle, Prius v will also offer an available lightweight resin moon roof with retractable sunshades.
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