Toyota unveils new smaller Prius
By ASSOCIATED PRESS January 10, 2012 11:54AM
The 2013 Toyota Prius c debuts at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2012. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Updated: February 12, 2012 8:10AM
DETROIT — Toyota on Tuesday unveiled the Prius c, a new smaller and more affordable version of its popular hybrid, aimed at young, city-dwelling buyers.
The c, which stands for city, is set to go on sale in March and will be smaller, lighter and more nimble than previous versions. The subcompact hatchback also will be priced under $19,000, more than $4,000 less than the starting price of the current version of the traditional Prius.
Details of the car:
POWER: A 1.5-liter in-line, four-cylinder gasoline engine that produces 73 horsepower and 82 pound-feet of torque.
SIZE: The c is 19.1 inches shorter than the traditional Prius and 542 pounds lighter.
MILEAGE: It’s expected to get 53 mpg in the city and 46 mpg on the highway.
LOOKS: The c will be available in four trim levels.
AP
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