Hybrid master: All things Toyota Prius

From the model's introduction, the Toyota Prius is said to have gone beyond limits through its sleek appearance and undoubtedly revolutionary appeal coupled with a balance between style and attitude. Oh, that and putting the hybrid powertrain on the map.

The Prius 1.8 Hybrid has been significantly designed to guarantee that car buyers and enthusiasts will enjoy every ride with less worries and compromise.

One of its striking features of this Toyota vehicle is its futuristic interior, and this can be attributed to the innovations that were built into the Prius as well as ergonomic comfort due to its expansive cabin.

Performance is also exceptional thanks to the efficient electric motor and gas engine combo that allows you to take advantage of the power and thriftiness of this hybrid electric sedan.

Moreover, occupant protection is ensured because of additional advanced safety features such as multiple airbags to prevent the impact of collisions, the back up monitor, airbag manual on/off switch, LED high mount stop lamp, and a follow-me-home feature.

To know what’s in store for you when you buy the Toyota Prius, here are the specifications:

Specifications	Toyota Prius 1.8 Hybrid
Vehicle type	Hybrid Electric Sedan
Length	4,540mm
Width	1,760mm
Height	1,470mm
Wheelbase	2,700mm
Engine Type	Hybrid Synergy Drive, Variable Valve Timing ---- Intelligent, 4 Cylinder In Line DOHC, 16 Valve
Maximum Power Output	72hp
Maximum Torque	142Nm
Fuel Capacity	43liters
Transmission	Electronically Controlled Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT) with ECO and Power Mode Settings
Wheels/Tires	195 / 65 R15 Alloy
Headlamps	LED
Fog lamps	LED (front) Present (rear)
Daytime running lamps	Present
Door Inside Handle	Shift-By-Wire, Electronically-Controlled
Windshield wiper	(Front) automatic rain sensing (Rear) Intermittent with washer
Rear spoiler	Present
Seat material	Leather
Steering wheel	3-Spoke Leather with Audio, MID, Trip, and Telephone Switch
Seating capacity	5
Advanced safety features	Anti-theft system, wireless doorlock, anti-lock brake system (ABS), vehicle stability control (VSC), seatbelts, child protection lock, LED high mount stop lamp
Multi-information display	4.2-inch TFT
Air conditioning system	S-Flow
Audio system	7-inch Display Audio with CD Tuner / MP3 / Bluetooth / USB, 10 JBL Speakers
Clock	Present
SRS airbags	Driver & Passenger, Side, Curtain Shield, Knee (Driver-Side)
Tonneau cover	Present (retractable)

 

The Toyota Prius 1.8 Hybrid is available in various color options such as Silver Metallic, Emotional Red, Metallic Gray, Attitude Black, Dark Blue Mica Metallic, and White Pearl.

All color variants are priced at P2,339,000 except for the White Pearl, which is available for P2,354,000.

Photos are of the Prius Special Edition from Toyota