Toyota hybrid, although with specific design, has gained huge popularity among buyers not only in the US but also in Ukraine. Numerous interested persons imported and restored these cars. The new Prius fifth generation promises to exceed the sales of its predecessors.
Previous versions of hybrid sedan were less attractive among Toyota models. Now the new Prius has turned into a stylish hatchback, which is noticeably larger than its predecessors, which had a sedan body.
It was presented in November 2022 as a model of 2023, the fifth generation Prius was recognized by Autoevolution experts as the best car of North America in 2024.
The car impresses not only with an interesting design, but also a spacious salon, and the hybrid power plant provides a reserve of the battery up to 70 km. The level of consumption of fuel gasoline engine is 4.1 liters per 100 kilometers, which allows owners to visit gas stations less. Unexpectedly, some may be that, despite the cost -effectiveness, Priius has an impressive capacity - 194 horsepower for the anterior drive version. The car uses a classic hybrid technology with a 2.0 or 1.8-liter engine.
The top modification of Prius Prime is a hybrid plugin with a 2.0-liter gasoline engine with a capacity of 151 hp. In combination with an electric motor at 163 hp The total capacity of the system is 223 hp, which allows the car to accelerate to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds. Toyota also states that Prius has a trunk volume of 575 liters or 674 liters with folded rear seats. For comparison: Corolla Hatchback offers 504 liters. Thus, this hybrid, though compact in appearance, is perfect as a comfortable family car.
In the US, prices for the new fifth -generation Prius start from $ 27,950 for Prius FWD and $ 32,975 for Prius Prime. This makes this compact hatchback accessible to many buyers, which means that for Ukrainians who import cars from the US, a new Toyota hybrid will be an attractive offer.
