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The forward-thinking 2005 gas/electric Prius with Hybrid Synergy Drive® offers amazing fuel economy, an Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (AT-PZEV) rating 2 and cutting-edge available features like Bluetooth® 3 technology -- all with the performance of a conventional car. Plus, you never need to plug-in for recharging. And it gets better: Several states now give Prius owners carpool lane privileges. What more could you ask for? How about a federal tax deduction for new Prius buyers?
History
The Toyota Prius, the world's first mass-produced hybrid vehicle, was a breakthrough in combining an efficient, powerful gasoline-fueled internal combustion engine and a clean, quiet electric motor. Configured as a stylish, roomy, five-passenger family sedan, the Prius went on sale in the U.S. in August, 2000 with an MSRP of only $19,995.
Prius carries an EPA label fuel economy rating of 52 miles per gallon city, and 45 highway, and an SULEV (super ultra low emission vehicle) certification which is about 75 percent cleaner than ULEV and nearly 90 percent cleaner than LEV for smog forming exhaust gases. The technologically advanced Prius is so conscious of air quality that it doesn't even have an ashtray.
Offered initially in one trim level, standard equipment on the Prius includes ABS brakes, climate-control air conditioning, power windows, door locks and mirrors, an AM/FM/cassette stereo system, an eight-year/100,000-mile battery and hybrid system warranty. Prius also comes with complementary seven-day/24-hour roadside assistance and three-year basic maintenance programs.
The 2002 Prius carried over unchanged with the exception of four new factory options - cruise control, daytime running lights, SRS side-impact airbags for driver and front passenger and DVD-based navigation system. Two new exterior colors were added, Brilliant Blue Pearl and Blue Moon Pearl.
The Prius remained unchanged for the 2003 model year. For exterior colors, Blue Moon Pearl was discontinued and Black became available.
For 2004, the all-new second-generation Toyota Prius gas/electric hybrid vehicle featured significantly more power and performance than the previous model, as well as best-in-class fuel economy and best-in-market emissions performance.
Larger and better in every metric of comparison, Prius launched Toyota's second generation of gas/electric hybrid technology and is the first hybrid vehicle available to provide the room, comfort and features of a midsize sedan.
The 2004 Prius was the first Toyota product to employ Hybrid Synergy Drive, the latest in hybrid powertrain technology. The new system produces more power from both the gasoline engine and the electric motor, giving the new Prius acceleration comparable to a 4-cylinder midsize car.
Like the original Toyota Hybrid System (THS) employed in the previous model, Hybrid Synergy Drive is defined as a 'full hybrid system.' Unlike competitive systems currently on the market, the full hybrid system is capable of operating in gas or electric modes, as well as a mode that combines the power of the gas engine and electric motor.
The Prius entered 2005 with just minor changes to the standard and optional equipment.
The 2006 Prius receives freshened front and rear lamps, advanced airbags, Tire Pressure Monitoring System and four new exterior colors: Magnetic Gray, Barcelona Red, Silver Metallic, and Silver Pine Mica. In addition, a leather-trim interior and steering wheel, rear camera and MP3-media capability and universal mini-jack connector become available.
What does it mean? Prius is Latin for 'to go before,' suggesting it is a predecessor of cars to come.Source - Toyota
History
The Toyota Prius, the world's first mass-produced hybrid vehicle, was a breakthrough in combining an efficient, powerful gasoline-fueled internal combustion engine and a clean, quiet electric motor. Configured as a stylish, roomy, five-passenger family sedan, the Prius went on sale in the U.S. in August, 2000 with an MSRP of only $19,995.
Prius carries an EPA label fuel economy rating of 52 miles per gallon city, and 45 highway, and an SULEV (super ultra low emission vehicle) certification which is about 75 percent cleaner than ULEV and nearly 90 percent cleaner than LEV for smog forming exhaust gases. The technologically advanced Prius is so conscious of air quality that it doesn't even have an ashtray.
Offered initially in one trim level, standard equipment on the Prius includes ABS brakes, climate-control air conditioning, power windows, door locks and mirrors, an AM/FM/cassette stereo system, an eight-year/100,000-mile battery and hybrid system warranty. Prius also comes with complementary seven-day/24-hour roadside assistance and three-year basic maintenance programs.
The 2002 Prius carried over unchanged with the exception of four new factory options - cruise control, daytime running lights, SRS side-impact airbags for driver and front passenger and DVD-based navigation system. Two new exterior colors were added, Brilliant Blue Pearl and Blue Moon Pearl.
The Prius remained unchanged for the 2003 model year. For exterior colors, Blue Moon Pearl was discontinued and Black became available.
For 2004, the all-new second-generation Toyota Prius gas/electric hybrid vehicle featured significantly more power and performance than the previous model, as well as best-in-class fuel economy and best-in-market emissions performance.
Larger and better in every metric of comparison, Prius launched Toyota's second generation of gas/electric hybrid technology and is the first hybrid vehicle available to provide the room, comfort and features of a midsize sedan.
The 2004 Prius was the first Toyota product to employ Hybrid Synergy Drive, the latest in hybrid powertrain technology. The new system produces more power from both the gasoline engine and the electric motor, giving the new Prius acceleration comparable to a 4-cylinder midsize car.
Like the original Toyota Hybrid System (THS) employed in the previous model, Hybrid Synergy Drive is defined as a 'full hybrid system.' Unlike competitive systems currently on the market, the full hybrid system is capable of operating in gas or electric modes, as well as a mode that combines the power of the gas engine and electric motor.
The Prius entered 2005 with just minor changes to the standard and optional equipment.
The 2006 Prius receives freshened front and rear lamps, advanced airbags, Tire Pressure Monitoring System and four new exterior colors: Magnetic Gray, Barcelona Red, Silver Metallic, and Silver Pine Mica. In addition, a leather-trim interior and steering wheel, rear camera and MP3-media capability and universal mini-jack connector become available.
What does it mean? Prius is Latin for 'to go before,' suggesting it is a predecessor of cars to come.Source - Toyota
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This car is powered by a four-cylinder gasoline engine displacing 1.5-liters. It has DOHC 16-valves with EFI, VVT-i, aluminum-alloy block and head. The gasoline engine produces 96 horsepower and 97 footpounds of torque. The Electric Motor/Generator/Power Storage is a Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor Electric that produces 50 kw of power and 295 foot-pounds of torque.
2006 Toyota Prius |
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| Year | 2006 |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Prius |
| Engine Location | Front |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel |
| Production Years for Series | 2004 - |
| Weight | 2890 lbs | 1310.9 kg |
| MPG City | 60 |
| MPG Highway | 51 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Configuration | I |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Engine | Aluminum double overhead cam. VVT-i |
| Aspiration/Induction | Normal |
| Displacement | 1497.00 cc | 91.4 cu in. | 1.5 L. |
| Valves | 16 valves. 4 valves per cylinder. |
| Valvetrain | DOHC |
| Horsepower | 76.00 BHP (55.9 KW) @ 5000.00 RPM |
| Torque | 82.00 Ft-Lbs (111.2 NM) @ 4200.00 RPM |
| HP to Weight Ratio | 38.0 LB / HP (Vehicles with similar ratio) |
| HP / Liter | 50.7 BHP / Liter |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Petrol |
| Fuel Feed | Carburetor |
| Multi-point EFI with Electronic Throttle Cont | |
| Vehicles with similar horsepower and weight | |
| Hybrid System | |
| Electric Motor | |
| Type | Permanent magnet electric motor |
| Electric Motor | |
| Power Output | 67.00 BHP @ 1200.00 RPM |
| Torque | 295.00 Ft-Lbs @ 1200.00 RPM |
| Voltage | 295.00V maximum. |
| Battery | |
| Type | Sealed Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) |
| Power | 28.00 HP |
| Voltage | 201.60V |
| Traction Battery | |
| Standard Transmission | |
| Transmission | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable |
| Dimensions | |
| Cargo Volume | 16.10 cu. ft. |
| Interior Volume | 96.201 cu. ft. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.9 Gal |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Exterior | |
| Length | 175.001 in | 4445 mm. |
| Width | 67.901 in | 1724.7 mm. |
| Height | 58.101 in | 1475.8 mm. |
| Wheelbase | 106.301 in | 2700 mm. |
| Front Track | 59.301 in | 1506.2 mm. |
| Rear Track | 58.301 in | 1480.8 mm. |
| Ground Clearance | 4.901 in | 124.5 mm. |
| Interior | |
| Front Headroom | 39.101 in | 993.2 mm. |
| Rear Headroom | 37.101 in | 942.4 mm. |
| Front Legroom | 41.901 in | 1064.3 mm. |
| Rear Legroom | 38.601 in | 980.5 mm. |
| Front Hip Room | 51.01 in | 1295.7 mm. |
| Rear Hip Room | 51.61 in | 1310.9 mm. |
| Vehicles with similar dimensions | |
| Suspension | |
| Suspension | Front : Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar Rear : Torsion beam with stabilizer bar |
| Steering | |
| Rack and Pinion with Power Assist | |
| Turning Circle | 34.101 ft |
| Tires / Wheels | |
| Tires | P185/65R15 |
| Accessories Warranty Information | |
| Months | 12 |
| Warranty coverage is for 12 months, regardless of mileage. If the part or accessory is installed during the New Vehicle Limited Warranty period, coverage is for 12 months or the remainder of the applicable warranty coverage, whichever is greater, with the exception of car covers, which are covered for 12 months only. | |
| Basic Warranty Information | |
| Mileage | 36000 |
| Months | 36 |
| 36 months/36,000 miles (all components other than normal wear and maintenance items). | |
| California Emission Control Coverage Warranty Information | |
| Mileage | 70000 |
| Months | 84 |
| In California and any other state that adopts California emission warranty provisions, performance warranty and defect warranty coverage is applicable for 36 months/50,000 miles, and specific control devices are covered for 7 years/70,000 miles. | |
| Federal Emission Coverage Warranty Information | |
| Mileage | 36000 |
| Months | 36 |
| Components under the federal emission defect warranty are covered for 36 months/36,000 miles and specified major emission control components are covered for 8 years/80,000 miles. Specified major emission control components under emission performance warranty are also covered for 8 years/80,000 miles. In addition, emission performance warranty is applicable for 24 months/24,000 miles in states and local jurisdictions that require a periodic EPA-approved inspection and maintenance program. | |
| Powertrain Warranty Information | |
| Mileage | 60000 |
| Months | 60 |
| 60 months/60,000 miles (engine, transmission/transaxle, front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, seatbelts and air bags). | |
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