Prius C Concept
04-16-11, 10:54 PM
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06-02-11, 11:35 AM
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In addition to the larger 2012 Prius V (which we recently put through its paces for the 1st time), Toyota is working on a smaller version of its illustrious hybrid, previewed by the Prius C Concept from this year's Detroit Auto Show. Our trusty spy photographers have just spotted the 1st Prius C prototypes running about, and while the original concept was a decidedly sporty-looking thing, the production model's design seems to have been softened a bit.
Because the Prius C is so much shorter than the standard Prius hatch – about 20 inches has been chopped from its overall length – our spies believe that these prototypes ride on either a brand-new chassis or on modified Yaris underpinnings. Under the skin, we expect the Prius C to use a 1.5-liter hybrid powertrain, or perhaps a version of the 1.8-liter unit found in the larger Prius.
Regardless, Toyota has long said that the Prius C will be the most efficient non-plug-in hybrid on the market when it launches next year, with prices expected to fall around the $20,000 mark. Get ready, Honda Insight and CR-Z. This one's coming right for you.
06-02-11, 12:31 PM
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dayum, the prius isn't big, so chopping 20 inches off it! 
06-02-11, 01:28 PM
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They should sell a 3 door as well, not just another 5 door....
06-02-11, 06:59 PM
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06-02-11, 08:23 PM
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Should sell well. People have been looking for a Yaris hybrid for sometime now.
06-03-11, 06:50 AM
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You guys sure this isn't a Yaris hybrid?
If it is the C, I'm disappointed that the lights moved to a conventional location.
If it is the C, I'm disappointed that the lights moved to a conventional location.
06-03-11, 08:47 AM
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