Showing posts with label Toyota. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Toyota. Show all posts
Monday, June 25, 2012
Toyota RAV4 EV Dengan Motor Tesla
Los Angeles, 17 November 2010. Toyota RAV4 EV yang banyak dinanti oleh insan media di seluruh dunia akhirnya ditampilkan di Los Angeles Auto Show. Walaupun baru dimunculkan, ternyata sejarah RAV4 amatlah panjang. Generasi pertamanya muncul di 1997 dan terjual hingga 1.484 unit -merupakan kendaraan pertama di dunia yang memakai baterai nickel-metal hydrid. Meskipun tidak selaris Toyota Prius, hingga kini 750 unit masih beroperasi.
Berbeda dengan pendahulunya, RAV4 EV terbaru adalah hasil kerjasama dengan Tesla. Menurut Autoblog, Tesla bertugas mengembangkan powertrain -termasuk baterai, modul elektronik tenaga, motor elektrik, perangkat lunak dan gearboks. Total 35 RAV4 EV dibuat untuk keperluan demonstrasi, dan evaluasi yang berjalan hingga 2011. Model global ini akan diluncurkan tahun 2012. Mau tahu lebih lanjut? Klik saja Toyota RAV4 EV
Mobil Toyota Terbaru 2011
Mobil Toyota Terbaru 2011. Toyota Rush Avanza avalon hilux 2011. Pada tahun 2011 diprediksikan bahwa mobil Toyota akan mengeluarkan mobil model terbaru. All about Toyota Cars, Image, New Cars galleries.
Mobil Toyota Avalon Terbaru 2011
Mobil Toyota Avalon Terbaru 2011. The car brand from Toyota with the name Avalon is ideal for families. Toyota Avalon is one of Toyota's products, in addition to Avanza, Rush and Hilux.
Toyota Rush Terbaru 2011
Toyota Rush Terbaru 2011, Toyota Rush has undergone revision. Toyota Rush tyerbaru appearance looks more sporty appeal in the previous output Rush toyota product.
There are changes for 5 seater SUV, the changes to the grille new model with a touch of chrome, front bumper with a wide scoop water combined round fog lamp. At the stern design also received revised rear lights.
2011 Toyota Rush for the interior looks more modern, it looks at the audio bulid-in with the dashboard. And on the steering wheel audio switches equipped.
Performance has not changed its main engine and keeps the 1.5-liter engine. Steering using Electonic Power Steering (EPS) so that the steering feels lighter and more efficient.
Toyota Terbaru 2011 Toyota Rush
There are changes for 5 seater SUV, the changes to the grille new model with a touch of chrome, front bumper with a wide scoop water combined round fog lamp. At the stern design also received revised rear lights.
2011 Toyota Rush for the interior looks more modern, it looks at the audio bulid-in with the dashboard. And on the steering wheel audio switches equipped.
Performance has not changed its main engine and keeps the 1.5-liter engine. Steering using Electonic Power Steering (EPS) so that the steering feels lighter and more efficient.
Toyota Avanza Terbaru 2011
Toyota Avanza Terbaru 2011. New Avanza 2011 car. New Avanza 2011 car. Latest Models Toyota Avanza is the best option for families. Engine Specifications purchase price avanza toyota new models, pics of new car Avanza 2011.
Toyota Hilux Terbaru 2011
Toyota Hilux Terbaru 2011 - find new models and there are new Toyota cars, avanza, avalon, rush car by Toyota. Image for new Hilux from Toyota cars 2011.
Price of New Toyota Zelas a.k.a 2011 Scion tC at Dubai And Abu Dhabi abiut Dhs90,000
Price of New Toyota Zelas a.k.a 2011 Scion tC at Dubai And Abu Dhabi abiut Dhs90,000
The young sport coupe car, New Toyota Zelas a.k.a 2011 Scion tC, launched at Abu Dhabi Motor Show in UAE.
In Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the price of Toyota Zelas is about Dhs 90,000 with the top one coming in at Dhs 95,000and it’s with a 5-year warranty.
The vehicle come with engine Camry-derived 176 hp 2.5-litre VVT-i 4-cylinder that capale of generating 230 Nm of torque at 4100 rpm a 6-speed automatic with tiptronic and front-wheel-drive.
The following are the specification and features of the vehicle:
-engine Camry-derived 176 hp 2.5-litre VVT-i 4-cylinder that capale of generating 230 Nm of torque at 4100 rpm a 6-speed automatic with tiptronic and front-wheel-drive.
-5 seater
-weighs 1425 kg
-an 8-speaker CD/MP3 stereo
-four-wheel-independent suspension with MacPherson struts up front and double-wishbone rear
-four-wheel-disc brakes, vented at the front and solid rear
-a 55-litre fuel tank.
-comes in only two trim levels
-ABS
-stability control
-6-disc CD changer
-manual a/c
-power windows
-folding electric mirrors
-Bluetooth
-fog lamps
-17-inch alloys with 215/50 tyres
-USB port
-keyless entry
-cloth upholstery
-front and side airbags
-spilt-folding rear seat
-rear spoiler and the body kit.
-leather upholstery
-cruise control
-paddle shifters and smart keyless entry with starter button
-a sunroof is not offered
-parking sensors
-leather steering wheel with controls
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Price of New Toyota Zelas a.k.a 2011 Scion tC at Dubai And Abu Dhabi abiut Dhs90,000
Price of New Toyota Zelas a.k.a 2011 Scion tC at Dubai And Abu Dhabi abiut Dhs90,000
The young sport coupe car, New Toyota Zelas a.k.a 2011 Scion tC, launched at Abu Dhabi Motor Show in UAE.
In Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the price of Toyota Zelas is about Dhs 90,000 with the top one coming in at Dhs 95,000and it’s with a 5-year warranty.
The vehicle come with engine Camry-derived 176 hp 2.5-litre VVT-i 4-cylinder that capale of generating 230 Nm of torque at 4100 rpm a 6-speed automatic with tiptronic and front-wheel-drive.
The following are the specification and features of the vehicle:
-engine Camry-derived 176 hp 2.5-litre VVT-i 4-cylinder that capale of generating 230 Nm of torque at 4100 rpm a 6-speed automatic with tiptronic and front-wheel-drive.
-5 seater
-weighs 1425 kg
-an 8-speaker CD/MP3 stereo
-four-wheel-independent suspension with MacPherson struts up front and double-wishbone rear
-four-wheel-disc brakes, vented at the front and solid rear
-a 55-litre fuel tank.
-comes in only two trim levels
-ABS
-stability control
-6-disc CD changer
-manual a/c
-power windows
-folding electric mirrors
-Bluetooth
-fog lamps
-17-inch alloys with 215/50 tyres
-USB port
-keyless entry
-cloth upholstery
-front and side airbags
-spilt-folding rear seat
-rear spoiler and the body kit.
-leather upholstery
-cruise control
-paddle shifters and smart keyless entry with starter button
-a sunroof is not offered
-parking sensors
-leather steering wheel with controls
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Toyota Etios Masuk Indonesia 2011
Kehadiran Toyota Etios di India ternyata mendapat respon yang positif. Hanya dalam waktu dua minggu, 12.000 unit Etios resmi dipesan oleh masyarakat India. Padahal mobil sedan murah berbanderol mulai dari 496.000 - 686.000 rupee (1 rupee = Rp 200) baru akan diproduksi 20 Desember 2010. Angka inden yang luar biasa walaupun belum genap satu bulan ini diproyeksikan bakal menembus target penjualan 70.000 unit pertahun. Bahkan Etios ini belum terpajang di dealer.
Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) selaku ATPM di India mengungkapkan Etios siap diproduksi di pabrik Bidadi, Banglore, pada awal minggu ketiga bulan Desember 2010 dimulai satu shift. Kemudian ditahun 2011 produksinya akan ditingkatkan menjadi dua shift. Adapun pabrik di Bidadi ini memiliki kemampuan produksi 80.000 unit kendaraan pertahun.
Terjangkaunya Etios bagi masyarakat India berkat penerapan komponen lokal mencapai 70%. Diproyeksikan TKM akan melokalkan komponen Etios hingga 90% di dua tahun mendatang. Saat ini mesin dan transmisi Etios masih dipasok dari Jepang. Kedepannya transmisi dan mesin akan diproduksi sendiri oleh India. Untuk mendukung peningkatan produksi, Toyota India akan menambah 2.000 karyawan. Saat ini lebih dari 4.650 karyawan bekerja di bawah brand Toyota di India.
Konsumsi bahan bakar Etios diklaim mencapai 17,6 kpl. Adapun untuk mesin bensin Etios menggunakan empat silinder berkapasitas 1.5 liter, DOHC, 16 katup. Etios juga tengah digodok untuk pilihan mesin diesel, TKM akan mengumumkannya akhir tahun depan.
Mengusung kesuksesan Etios sedan, TKM sudah berencana melansir versi hatchbacknya, Etios Liva. Kuartal kedua tahun 2011 Etios Liva sudah bisa dipesan tiga hingga lima varian. Etios Liva tersebut akan berjibaku dengan Ford Figo, Maruti Swift, Chevrolet Beat. Adapun Etios Liva akan menggunakan mesin bensin 1.2 liter. Menurut kabar yang kami dapatkan, Etios akan masuk ke Indonesia tahun 2011 dan akan memulai era sedan murah dari Toyota.
2011 New Toyota Yaris Vitz facelift claimed more economize with Toyota Stop & Start idling-stop system
2011 New Toyota Yaris Vitz facelift claimed more economize with Toyota Stop & Start idling-stop system
Toyota Yaris a.k.a Toyota Vitz reported released in Japan.
The vehicle would be powered with engine Dual VVT-i (Dual Variable Valve Timing-intelligent) and Super CVT-i (Super Continuously Variable Transmission-intelligent).
Specs:
IKR-FE, INR-FE, INZ-FE
Capacity cc: 996, 1.329, 1.496
Max Power. kW(PS) rpm 51(69) , 6.000 70(95) 6.000 80(109) @6.000
Mx Torque Torsi. Nm (kgf-m) @rpm 92 (9,4) @3.60 121(12,3)@4.000(2WD)
119(12,1)@4.000(4WD) 138(14,1) @4.400
2011 New Toyota Vitz will cost starting fri 1060 – 1938 million Yen
The new facelift car claimed more economize with Toyota Stop & Start idling-stop system.
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2011 New Toyota Yaris Vitz facelift claimed more economize with Toyota Stop & Start idling-stop system
2011 New Toyota Yaris Vitz facelift claimed more economize with Toyota Stop & Start idling-stop system
Toyota Yaris a.k.a Toyota Vitz reported released in Japan.
The vehicle would be powered with engine Dual VVT-i (Dual Variable Valve Timing-intelligent) and Super CVT-i (Super Continuously Variable Transmission-intelligent).
Specs:
IKR-FE, INR-FE, INZ-FE
Capacity cc: 996, 1.329, 1.496
Max Power. kW(PS) rpm 51(69) , 6.000 70(95) 6.000 80(109) @6.000
Mx Torque Torsi. Nm (kgf-m) @rpm 92 (9,4) @3.60 121(12,3)@4.000(2WD)
119(12,1)@4.000(4WD) 138(14,1) @4.400
2011 New Toyota Vitz will cost starting fri 1060 – 1938 million Yen
The new facelift car claimed more economize with Toyota Stop & Start idling-stop system.
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New Toyota Avanza
This is used by Toyota Avanza manufacturers in Indonesia.Four-wheel vehicle market in India does not seem to have completely, the various producers like race-car race to release their new products to the people of Indonesia, as the market will demand four-wheel vehicle that is not again.
Toyota Avanza
Example only Toyota Astra Motor (TAM) after successful getting to the heart of the Indonesian people released New Kijang Innova in 2008, known previously irit of Innova, PT TAM is now working with the Daihatsu Indonesia to bring the New Avanza car known as the family car that does not lose competitiveness product with the car other classmates.
This time New Avanza comes with a spectacular view of the fans. From the exterior, the new Avanza with the roof lining or the roof of a wave like Toyota Innova. Avanza body postures with a high factor of aerodynamics needs to be obstacles to the wind, not only that wave roof can also muffle the sound when the rain menguyur hoods.
TAM does not lose the idea to change the display bumper New Avanza with the bumper memetingkan a more smooth when the air entering the engine room of New Avanza so that fan cooling bumper display at this time.
New engine used Avanza is not much different with the engine Avanza VVT-i is a long time, to use the New Avanza VVT-i engine is economical and economical.
Currently PT TAM provides a type 4 New Avanza with 7 color choices. Price for New Avanza Minor Change EM / T = Rp 116,800,000, Minor-Change New Avanza GM / T = Rp 131,750,000,-New Avanza Minor Change SM / T = Rp 143,100,000,-New Avanza Minor Change SA / Q = Rp 153,100,000, --
2011 TOYOTA SIENNA PRELIMINARY SPECIFICATIONS
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| toyota sienna 2011 |
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| interior |
| Engine | 3.5-liter V6 | 2.7-liter L4 |
| Total Horsepower | 266 hp | |
Transmission | 6-speed ECT-i automatic | 6-speed ECT-i automatic |
Towing Capacity (lbs.) | 3,500 | N/A |
Width (inches) | 78.2 | 78.2 in. |
Height (inches) | 68.9 70.7 with roof rails | 68.9 70.7 with roof rails |
Overall Length (inches) | 200.2 | 200.2 |
Wheelbase (inches) | 119.3 | 119.3 |
Wheels Sienna grade and LE FWD XLE FWD LE, XLE, LTD AWD SE | 17-inch five-spoke alloy 17-inch seven spoke machine finished alloy 18-inch 10-spoke machine finished alloy 19-inch six-spoke Super Chrome finished alloy | 17-inch five-spoke alloy |
Tires | P235/60 R17 (Sienna grade, LE, XLE) P235/55R18 (Limited) P235/55RF18 (AWD models) P235/50R19 (SE) | P235/60 R17 (Sienna grade, LE) |
Emissions Rating | ULEV II | TBD |
CES 2011: Toyota Entune Multimedia System Unveiled【Video】
Toyota has unveiled the Entune infotainment system at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
Toyota Entune will be available as an option on select models this year. The featured apps of Toyota Entune include: Bing, iheartradio, MovieTickets.com, OpenTable.com, and Pandora, as well as location-based services, such as personalized traffic, fuel prices, stocks, weather, and sports. A high quality JBL sound system is available as an option as well.
The Toyota Entune system features an iheartradio app, which provides users with over 750 hometown stations, XM satellite radio and HD radio. It also features USB connectivity and voice recognition, so the driver can keep his focus on the road ahead.
Entune can also read back text messages with its text-to-voice feature, and access your favorite Pandora radio stations, so it's sure to draw the eyes of those looking to other carmakers for the same functionality back to Toyota.
Entune takes a different approach to in-car multimedia systems. Instead of duplicating many of the functions your smartphone can do, Toyota’s system is intricately tied to the device. Once you download the Entune application to your smartphone, you can use the interface on Toyota’s touch-screen display. The system is composed of multiple apps, Microsoft Bing search and a voice-recognition system that Toyota says is best in class.
Press Release
Toyota unveils Entune multimedia system at CES
LAS VEGAS - Toyota Motor Sales (TMS) U.S.A., Inc. today unveiled the Toyota EntuneTM multimedia system at the Consumer Electronics Show. Toyota Entune leverages the customer's mobile phone to create a rich in-vehicle experience that offers fully integrated and upgradeable entertainment, navigation, and information services. By utilizing conversational voice recognition and in-vehicle controls, the driver doesn't have to touch their mobile phone, allowing for safer connectivity. Toyota Entune simplifies the interaction for customers and will be available in select vehicles this year.
"Consumers have grown accustomed to having the world at their fingertips through their mobile phones," said Jon Bucci, vice president of the Advanced Technology Department at Toyota. "And unlike other industry solutions, Entune allows the driver to interact with informative and entertaining mobile content without fumbling with their phone. We offer features that our customers demand and integrate them seamlessly in the vehicle."
After downloading the Toyota Entune mobile application and pairing a Bluetooth capable phone with their Toyota vehicle, customers can begin accessing a wide variety of personalized content and services. Toyota Entune is wirelessly upgradeable, so in-vehicle applications are never obsolete. Ensuring that nearly all customers can take advantage of this new technology, Toyota Entune is compatible with a wide variety of mobile phones with a data plan. Toyota Entune key features include:
"Toyota has always been a leader in the automotive industry, so it makes sense it would bring the latest in mobile technology to the car," said Chris Daniels, general manager of Bing for Mobile, Microsoft Corp. "By bringing Bing Maps and Bing for Mobile technology to the car, we are helping Toyota enhance the overall in-vehicle experience to be as rich and robust as possible, which means personalizing the information to each driver's needs."
Safety Connect
Toyota Entune continues to build on the excellent foundation laid by Safety Connect, bringing peace of mind to drivers with an added layer of more personalized and convenience-oriented features. Safety Connect is the cornerstone of Toyota's telematics systems providing Automatic Collision notification, Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance, Emergency Assistance, and Roadside Assistance on select Toyota models. Safety Connect combined with Toyota Entune offers comprehensive safety services and mobile applications not found in any other vehicle make.
Product Availability
Toyota Entune will be available as an option on select models this year. The featured apps of Toyota Entune include: Bing, iheartradio, MovieTickets.com, OpenTable.com, and Pandora, as well as location-based services, such as personalized traffic, fuel prices, stocks, weather, and sports. Toyota Entune also includes support for read-back and replay capabilities for text messages. These are combined with a fully featured entertainment and communication system, which includes XM radio, HD Radio, CD player, USB connectivity, Bluetooth streaming and phonebook. A high quality JBL sound system is available as an option as well.
- Toyota Offers the Largest Number of Mobile Apps with Bing, iheartradio, MovieTickets.com, OpenTable.com, and Pandora
- Entune Boasts Industry-Leading Advanced Conversational Voice Recognition
- Toyota Entune Is Compatible with Most Smartphones and Feature Phones
LAS VEGAS - Toyota Motor Sales (TMS) U.S.A., Inc. today unveiled the Toyota EntuneTM multimedia system at the Consumer Electronics Show. Toyota Entune leverages the customer's mobile phone to create a rich in-vehicle experience that offers fully integrated and upgradeable entertainment, navigation, and information services. By utilizing conversational voice recognition and in-vehicle controls, the driver doesn't have to touch their mobile phone, allowing for safer connectivity. Toyota Entune simplifies the interaction for customers and will be available in select vehicles this year.
"Consumers have grown accustomed to having the world at their fingertips through their mobile phones," said Jon Bucci, vice president of the Advanced Technology Department at Toyota. "And unlike other industry solutions, Entune allows the driver to interact with informative and entertaining mobile content without fumbling with their phone. We offer features that our customers demand and integrate them seamlessly in the vehicle."
After downloading the Toyota Entune mobile application and pairing a Bluetooth capable phone with their Toyota vehicle, customers can begin accessing a wide variety of personalized content and services. Toyota Entune is wirelessly upgradeable, so in-vehicle applications are never obsolete. Ensuring that nearly all customers can take advantage of this new technology, Toyota Entune is compatible with a wide variety of mobile phones with a data plan. Toyota Entune key features include:
- Mobile Apps - Toyota Entune debuts Bing, keeping navigation continuously up to date with more than 16 million points of interest; OpenTable, make a reservation at one of 15,000 restaurants; and MovieTickets.com, buy movie tickets and read reviews. All destinations can be seamlessly sent to the navigation system. Making drivers' lives even easier, Toyota Entune delivers customizable real time traffic, fuel prices, weather, stocks and sports.
- Music - Toyota Entune brings you more music in more ways with iheartradio's 750+ hometown stations; personalized stations with Pandora; XM satellite radio 170+ channels with coast-to-coast coverage; and introducing HD Radio, digital broadcasts of your favorite terrestrial music. Toyota Entune also offers USB connectivity for portable media players and traditional terrestrial radio.
- Voice Recognition - Featuring a best-in-class, advanced conversational voice recognition system, Toyota Entune eliminates the need to memorize thousands of voice commands. The intuitive interface allows the driver to focus more on the road ahead.
"Toyota has always been a leader in the automotive industry, so it makes sense it would bring the latest in mobile technology to the car," said Chris Daniels, general manager of Bing for Mobile, Microsoft Corp. "By bringing Bing Maps and Bing for Mobile technology to the car, we are helping Toyota enhance the overall in-vehicle experience to be as rich and robust as possible, which means personalizing the information to each driver's needs."
Safety Connect
Toyota Entune continues to build on the excellent foundation laid by Safety Connect, bringing peace of mind to drivers with an added layer of more personalized and convenience-oriented features. Safety Connect is the cornerstone of Toyota's telematics systems providing Automatic Collision notification, Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance, Emergency Assistance, and Roadside Assistance on select Toyota models. Safety Connect combined with Toyota Entune offers comprehensive safety services and mobile applications not found in any other vehicle make.
Product Availability
Toyota Entune will be available as an option on select models this year. The featured apps of Toyota Entune include: Bing, iheartradio, MovieTickets.com, OpenTable.com, and Pandora, as well as location-based services, such as personalized traffic, fuel prices, stocks, weather, and sports. Toyota Entune also includes support for read-back and replay capabilities for text messages. These are combined with a fully featured entertainment and communication system, which includes XM radio, HD Radio, CD player, USB connectivity, Bluetooth streaming and phonebook. A high quality JBL sound system is available as an option as well.
2011 Detroit Auto Show: 2012 Toyota Prius V【Video】
Toyota has unveiled the Toyota Prius V minivan at the 2011 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.
The similarities between the regular 5-door version and the 2012 Toyota Prius V are not only in terms of design, as both cars share the same platform, while the new hybrid minivan promises a 50 percent more space inside its cabin.
Exterior cues include an extended roof line and a roof spoiler to improve air flow. Toyota calls the Prius V "the most spacious dedicated hybrid on the market." It will include an optional panoramic moonroof with power-retractable sunshades.
It uses the same 1.8-liter engine and Hybrid Synergy Drive system, and in comparison to the hatchback's EPA ratings of 51 mpg city, 48 mpg highway (50 mpg combined), the Prius V is rated at 42 mpg city, 38 mpg highway, for a combined rating of 40 mpg.
Making the most of that larger cabin are sliding second-row seats and a fold-flat front passenger seat, plus a standard back-up camera. The Prius V also marks the debut of the company's Entune multimedia system that was introduced at last week's Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
Source: Toyota
Press Release
New Prius v and Prius c Concept Make Their Worldwide Debut
- Priusv fits the lifestyle of young, active families
- Priusc Concept an inspiration for future small, entry hybrid
- Plug-in to arrive in the first half of 2012
DETROIT (Jan. 10, 2011) – Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., unveiled the Prius family of vehicles today at the 2011 North American International Auto Show. In addition to the current third-generation Prius and Prius Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle (PHV), the new Prius v midsize hybrid-electric vehicle and the Priusc Concept vehicle joined the iconic hybrid brand, broadening the appeal of Prius to all ages and lifestyles.
With the expansion of the Prius family, a new evolution of vehicles will further increase the acceptance of hybrids with Prius’ same core values of high fuel economy, low emissions, proven technology and environmental stewardship.
“This is no ordinary family. It’s a modern family with a Prius for everyone,” said Bob Carter, Toyota Division group vice president and general manager. “The Priusv is an all-new dedicated hybrid vehicle, and all future Prius family members will be as well. They will all share common Prius attributes but will be unique, with a special appeal to different buyers.”
The Prius midsize liftback has accounted for more than 955,000 sales in the U.S. since it was introduced in 2000. The third-generation Prius, which reached dealerships in June 2009, has continued the hybrid’s heritage of exceptional fuel economy and low emissions, while becoming the third-best selling Toyota passenger car in the U.S.
The Prius has also been a technological flagship vehicle, offering new features to the Toyota brand like Touch Tracer Display, Solar Powered ventilation, Smart Key System with Push Button Start, Lane Keep Assist, an Advanced Parking Guidance System and LED headlamps.
Priusv: “Versatility” for Young, Active Families
The new Prius v, with “v” expressing the vehicle’s versatility, will meet the needs of growing families with active lifestyles while providing the same attributes traditionally found in the Prius DNA. It will share the current generation Prius’ platform and Hybrid Synergy Drive technology. Featuring a compact exterior yet spacious interior, the Priusv will feature over 50-percent more interior cargo space than the current Prius.
With a balance between outstanding spaciousness, refined style, and smooth aerodynamics, Priusv has a low 0.29 coefficient of drag, which does not inhibit the vehicle’s convenient packaging. It is a new vehicle designed from the ground up, with a shape that evolved from Prius rather than being an elongated version.
The exterior styling is sleek, rounded and bold, with an extended roofline that allows the vehicle to retain the triangular silhouette symbolic of Prius. The trapezoidal-shaped front features sharp-edged headlamps, wind-slipping aero corners for improved aerodynamics and an enlarged under grille, which all help create a unique design evolving from the current Prius. Priusv’s rear styling is highlighted by a refined backdoor panel, intricate combination taillights and a specially designed roof spoiler that improves air flow.
Inside, the Priusv emphasizes overall proportion with spaciousness and flexibility for active families. Comfortable interior space and good visibility has been assisted by a high seating position, ample head room, and an impressive 38-inch couple distance, providing generous rear legroom. A low, wide-opening rear hatch reveals 34.3 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats, making it the most spacious dedicated hybrid vehicle on the market and better than some compact SUVs.
Comfortable seating for five is specifically designed for young families. Sliding second row seats allow for easier ingress and egress and rear-storage flexibility, with a 45-degree recline for greater comfort. The 60/40 split, folding rear seats present four different seat arrangements that provide excellent usability for passengers and luggage, while a fold-flat front-passenger seat allows for extremely long cargo.
Also available, and a Toyota-first, is a resin Panoramic View moonroof with power retractable sun shades that provides an open atmosphere in the cabin with a 40-percent reduction in weight as compared to conventional glass roofs of the same size, and excellent heat insulation performance.
Up front, instrument-panel controls, including a single-dial air-conditioning control and a center-mounted digital combination meter, provide an advanced look and user-friendly command. The driving controls – including the Push Button Start, parking switch, electronic shift lever, and driving mode selection – are distinguished by silver trim.
Despite the spaciousness of a family friendly midsize vehicle, the Priusv will deliver estimated EPA fuel economy ratings of 42 mpg city, 38 mpg highway and 40 mpg combined, the best fuel economy ratings of any SUV, crossover, or wagon on the market. It will also emit 66-percent fewer smog-forming emissions than the average new vehicle.
Like the current generation Prius, the Priusv is a showcase of technology that will include many of the same standard features. Four driving modes (Normal, Power, Eco and EV) satisfy a variety of road conditions and driver preferences. A Smart Key System with Push Button Start, an electronic shift lever, Hill Start Assist Control (HAC), and a back-up camera are standard. Available options include energy-efficient LED headlamps, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control with a Pre-Collision System (PCS), and Advanced Parking Guidance System.
For a high level of safety, there are seven airbags, a high-strength cabin and an energy-absorbing body structure with impact beams, cross members and leg absorption pads. New driver and front-passenger seat design helps lessen possible whiplash injury during a collision.
Like all Toyota models, the Priusv will feature Toyota’s Star Safety System™ standard, which includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist. It also features the standard Smart Stop Technology brake-override system.
Priusv will be one of the first Toyotas with the Entune™ multimedia system. For the first time ever in an automobile, this innovative new system leverages the mobile phone to provide a richer in-vehicle experience with fully integrated and wireless upgradeable navigation, entertainment and information services.
Toyota Entune debuts the first-ever support for engaging mobile apps, such as Bing, OpenTable, and movietickets.com, along with accessing useful travel-related services, such as live weather, traffic, fuel information (location and price), stocks, news and sports.
Toyota Entune brings the largest selection of music options available to a vehicle, including iheartradio’s 750+ stations, Pandora’s personalized music, the driver’s personal songs from portable media players and iPods (via USB or Bluetooth audio streaming), and more than 170 stations from XM satellite radio.
Featuring a best-in-class, advanced conversational voice recognition system that helps the driver to stay focused on the road, Toyota Entune eliminates the need to memorize thousands of voice commands and helps reduce driver distraction.
Entune will also allow for audio read-back and replay capabilities for text messages, with the ability to respond by pre-set “Quick Reply Messages.”
Priusv will combine Entune with a standard Display Audio system rich with dynamic entertainment and communication features. The system will include HD Radio with iTunes tagging for future purchase; XM radio, weather, sports, stocks and local fuel pricing; Bluetooth hands-free phone and wireless audio; and full iPod integration including music and video.
A new evolution in hybrid vehicles with excellent cargo space and Prius’ heritage of environmental performance and fuel economy, the 2012 Priusv will go on sale in late summer 2011.
Priusc Concept: Small “city”-centric Hybrid Vehicle
While the current Prius has ushered hybrid technology into the mainstream, and the Priusv will provide the additional room and versatility for active families, compact shoppers are interested in a smaller hybrid at an entry price point and with superior fuel economy. The Priusc Concept, with c representing a “city”-centric vehicle, will appeal to young singles and couples who want an eco-sensitive, high-mileage, fun-to-drive Prius.
This dynamic vehicle with urban appeal will pursue outstanding fuel efficiency in a compact package, while also providing a surprisingly spacious interior. It will include many advanced technology features, including some offered on the current Prius.
Priusc Concept is the inspiration for an additional Prius family member that will come to market in the first half of 2012 as the most value-oriented hybrid in the U.S. market with the highest mileage of any “cordless” hybrid.
Prius Plug-In Vehicle: the Best of Both Worlds
Since its initial launch 10 years ago, one of the Prius’ main efficiencies has been a hybrid system with its own on-board recharging system that never needed to be plugged in to take people where they wanted to go. With the addition of new technology and shifts in the market, the Prius Plug-in Hybrid is the family member that represents the best of both worlds – the superior fuel economy of the Prius with added EV driving capability.
Depending on driving conditions, Prius Plug-in can be driven approximately 13 miles on battery power at speeds up to 60 mph. Its compact Lithium-ion battery provides less weight and a quicker recharging time, taking three hours on 110 volts and 1.7 hours on 220 volts. It can be “topped off” anytime with a convenient short charge.
After the EV power is depleted, the Plug-in performs like an economical third-generation Prius, the most fuel efficient midsize hybrid vehicle in America. Unlike pure EVs, it will be a seamless transition for consumers, with the only difference from a regular Prius is that it can be plugged in at convenient intervals.
Currently, ore than 150 Lithium-ion-battery powered Prius Plug-ins are part of a demonstration program in several U.S. cities. The program’s goal is to demonstrate plug-in technology, educate and inform the public, evaluate performance, and better understand the benefits to future customers. This will help pave the way for an on-sale target in the first half of 2012.
The Plug-in will be initially offered in 14 West and East Coast states (Arizona, California, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, Virginia and New Hampshire) where nearly 60 percent of all Prius models are currently sold.Availability in all remaining states will be a year later.
When it comes to market, the Prius Plug-in will represent the most eco-sensitive and advanced choice within the Prius brand of products.
2012 PRIUSv PRELIMINARY SPECIFICATIONS
Powertrain
1.8-liter four-cylinder engine with VVT-i | |
Engine horsepower: | 98 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
Engine torque: | 105 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm |
Electric motor: | Permanent magnet synchronous motor |
Electric motor power output: | 80 hp/153 lb-ft torque |
Hybrid system net horsepower: | 134 hp |
Emission rating: | SULEV/Tier 2 Bin 3 |
Electronically controlled continuously variable transmission | |
Drive System: | Front-wheel-drive |
Hybrid battery pack: | Nickel-metal hydride |
Estimated fuel economy: | 42 mpg city/38 mpg hwy/ 40 mpg comb. |
Dimensions (inches)
Overall Length: | 181.7 |
Overall Width: | 69.9 |
Overall Height: | 62.0 |
Wheelbase: | 109.4 |
Ground clearance: | 5.7 |
Coefficient of Drag: | 0.29 |
Wheels: | 16-inch alloy wheels 17-inch alloy wheels (optional) |
Tire Size: | 16-inch: 205/60R16 17-inch: 215/50R17 (optional) |
Seating Capacity: | 5 |
EPA class rating: | Midsize Station Wagon |
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