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41-398: Michael Czysz said in an interview on the history of this electric motorcycle: "In less than five months we took a suggestion and turned it into a motorcycle. "A motorcycle that is unlike anything I have ever ridden. No gas, no oil, no clutch, no need to even warm up the engine – no engine. "Gone is the age-old ritual of rhythmical throttle blips that can audible seduce a motorcyclist into

82-603: A US$ 2,000 federal tax deduction from their gross income. Toyota executives stated that with the Prius NHW10 model, the company had been losing money on each Prius sold, and with the NHW11 it was now breaking even. Presented at the April 2003 New York International Auto Show , for the 2004 US model year, the NHW20 Prius was a complete redesign. It became a compact liftback, sized between

123-403: A plug-in hybrid , combines a 2.0-litre M20A-FXS engine, an electric motor and lithium-ion batteries to produce a combined output of 164 kW (220 hp; 223 PS). The new design has a higher drag coefficient of  C d =0.27 but it has a lower frontal area, and a smaller cargo volume than before. In Europe, deliveries will begin in the first quarter of 2023, with only

164-650: A drag coefficient of  C d =0.26. The development effort, led by chief engineer Shigeyuki Hori , led to 530 patents for the vehicle. Production commenced in August 2003 at the Tsutsumi plant in Toyota, Aichi , supplemented in October 2004 with the Fujimatsu plant at Kariya, Aichi . The Prius uses an all-electric A/C compressor for cooling, an industry first. Combined with

205-567: A four-door sedan , it has been produced only as a five-door liftback since 2003. The Prius was developed by Toyota to be the "car for the 21st century"; it was the first mass-produced hybrid vehicle, first going on sale in Japan in 1997 at all four Toyota Japan dealership chains , and subsequently introduced worldwide in 2000. In 2011, Toyota expanded the Prius family to include the Prius v , an MPV , and

246-583: A hybrid concept car at the Tokyo Motor Show , with testing following a year later. The first Prius, model NHW10, went on sale on 10 December 1997. The first-generation Prius (NHW10) was available only in Japan. The first-generation Prius, at its launch, became the world's first mass-produced gasoline-electric hybrid car. At its introduction in 1997, it won the Car of the Year Japan Award, and in 1998, it won

287-410: A package that looks like something out of a 24th-century Thunderdome ." The E1pc is powered by "10 individual lithium polymer cells that each weigh 19.5 Lbs (8.85 KG) and produce 12.5 kWh" and operates close to the maximum allowable 500 volts system. The motive force is provided by a "DC internal permanent magnet motor [called] 'D1g1tal Dr1ve' [and is] small enough to hide within the swingarm beneath

328-518: A pre-ride trance – now your bike waits for you. Enter what may be the next big thing in motorcycles; invisible, nearly silent and magically linear power." As of August 2010, the MotoCzysz team for the TTXGP was listed on the eGrandPrix website as: with assistance from: The MotoCzysz E1pc is described as having "10 times the battery capacity of a Toyota Prius and 2.5 times the torque of a Ducati 1198 [in]

369-422: A range of plant-derived ecological bioplastics , using wood or grass-derived cellulose instead of petroleum. The two principal crops used are kenaf and ramie . Kenaf is a member of the hibiscus family , a relative to cotton and okra; ramie, commonly known as China grass, is a member of the nettle family and one of the strongest natural fibres, with a density and absorbency comparable to flax . Toyota said this

410-583: A smaller and lighter NiMH battery, the XW20 is more powerful and more efficient than the XW10. In the US, the battery pack of 2004 and later models is warrantied for 150,000 miles (240,000 km) or 10 years in states that have adopted the stricter California emissions control standards , and 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or 8 years elsewhere. The warranty for hybrid components is 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or 8 years. It

451-474: A time of 23 minutes 22.89 seconds and an average speed of 96.820 mph. Beyond the electric motorcycle technical accomplishment, this is "the first time an American -made bike has won a race at the Isle of Man since Indian debuted a two-speed gearbox in 1911," ridden by Briton Oliver Cyril Godfrey, "and only the second time an American rider has finished first there." On July 25, 2010, Michael Czysz won

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492-456: Is available in three grade levels: LE, XLE, and Limited. All grades are powered with the M20A-FXS engine; AWD is optional on all trims. The Canadian market Prius is available in two grade levels: XLE and Limited. Both grades are powered with the M20A-FXS engine, and include AWD. The Prius was previewed at the 30th Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show on 10 August 2023, and launched at

533-576: Is classified as a SULEV (Super Ultra Low Emissions Vehicle) and is certified by California Air Resources Board as an "Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emission Vehicle" ( AT-PZEV ). In 2007, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California Air Resources Board (CARB) rated the Prius as among the cleanest vehicles sold in the United States on the basis of smog-forming emissions. From 2005 to 2009,

574-511: The 31st Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show on 17 July 2024, with only HEV variant being sold in Indonesia, while the PHEV variant being previewed. The Prius holds the 2023 IIHS Top Safety Pick+. In April 2024, Toyota issued a recall affecting 211,000 2023 and 2024 model year Prius and Prius Prime units worldwide where the rear doors can open unexpectedly if not locked due to a short circuit on

615-709: The Automotive Researchers' and Journalists' Conference Car of the Year award in Japan. Production commenced in December 1997 at the Takaoka plant in Toyota, Aichi , ending in February 2000 after cumulative production of 37,425 vehicles. The NHW10 Prius styling originated from California designers, who were selected over competing designs from other Toyota design studios. The Prius NHW11 (sometimes referred to as "Generation II" )

656-544: The Corolla and the Camry , with redistributed mechanical and interior space significantly increasing rear-seat legroom and luggage room. The second-generation Prius is more environmentally friendly than the previous model (according to the EPA), and is 6 inches (150 mm) longer than the previous version. Its more aerodynamic Kammback body balances length and wind resistance, resulting in

697-697: The Japanese market Prius since 2015 and the hybrid versions of the RAV4 and Lexus NX . Also, the Prius received a facelift with redesigned headlights and tail lights, which was released in Japan on 17 December 2018. In 2021, for the 2022 model year, Toyota released the Nightshade Edition in the US. Like other Nightshade models, it added black paint to exterior trim pieces. It was available in FWD or AWD-e powertrain and in three exterior colours. The fifth-generation Prius

738-566: The Prius c , a subcompact hatchback. The production version of the Prius plug-in hybrid was released in 2012. The second generation of the plug-in variant, the Prius Prime, was released in the U.S. in November 2016. The Prius family totaled global cumulative sales of 6.1 million units in January 2017, representing 61% of the 10 million hybrids sold worldwide by Toyota since 1997. Toyota sells

779-404: The road course Toyota Prius The Toyota Prius ( / ˈ p r iː ə s / PREE -əss ) ( Japanese : トヨタ・プリウス , Hepburn : Toyota Puriusu ) is a compact / small family liftback ( supermini / subcompact sedan until 2003) produced by Toyota . The Prius has a hybrid drivetrain , combined with an internal combustion engine and an electric motor . Initially offered as

820-781: The "official" plural form used by Toyota USA, "Priuses" is widely used in English. Beginning in September 2011, Toyota USA began using the following names to differentiate the original Prius from some newer members of the Prius family: the standard Prius became the Prius Liftback, the Prius v (known as the Prius α in Japan, and Prius + in Europe), the Prius Plug-in Hybrid , and the Prius c (called Toyota Aqua in Japan). In 1995, Toyota debuted

861-616: The FIM e-Power race at Laguna Seca, riding his own creation. On Wednesday, June 6, 2012, Michael Rutter and Team Segway Racing MotoCzysz made history on the Isle of Man by becoming the first team to record a 100 mph lap of the course in the SES TT Zero race in what is being hailed as one of the greatest achievements in the event's one hundred and five-year history. Rutter crossed the line in 21:45.33 (104.056 mph) closely followed by John McGuinness on

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902-492: The Honda Insight, also made it difficult for Toyota to capitalize on the Prius's success. As of June 2013 , Toyota has sold about 1,688,000 third-generation Priuses worldwide. Among the new standard features of the Prius, Toyota introduced three user-selectable driving modes: EV mode for electric-only low-speed operation, Eco mode for best fuel efficiency , and Power mode for better performance. Optional features included

943-605: The October 2001 Sydney Motor Show , although sales were slow until the NHW20 (XW20) model arrived. Toyota sold about 123,000 first-generation Priuses. Production of the NHW11 model commenced in May 2000 at the Motomachi plant in Toyota, Aichi , and continued until June 2003 after 33,411 NHW11 vehicles had been produced. The vehicle was the second mass-produced hybrid on the American market, after

984-568: The Prius as the second longest-kept vehicle among U.S. drivers. The fourth-generation Prius was first shown during September 2015 in Las Vegas, and was released for retail customers in Japan on 9 December 2015. The launch in the North American market occurred in January 2016, and February in Europe & Middle East. In August 2013, Toyota Managing Officer Satoshi Ogiso, who was chief engineer for

1025-411: The Prius in over 90 markets, with Japan and the United States being its largest markets. Prius is a Latin word meaning "first", "original", "superior" or "to go before". In February 2011, Toyota USA asked the US public to decide on what the most proper plural form of Prius should be, with choices including Prien, Prii, Prium, Prius, or Priuses. The company announced on 20 February that "Prii"

1066-477: The Prius line, announced some of the improvements and key features of the next generation Prius. This was the first generation of the Prius to use the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) modular platform, which provides a lower center of gravity and increased structural rigidity. Ogiso also explained that the next-generation Prius plug-in hybrid, the Prius Prime, was developed in parallel with

1107-509: The Team Mugen Shinden machine. Rutter's MotoCzysz teammate Mark Miller finished third, with all three breaking the prestigious 100 mph mark, which was first achieved in 1957 by Scotsman Bob McIntyre on a conventional bike. For the 2013 TT races, Rutter on the MotoCzysz again won from McGuinness on a Mugen, with second MotoCzysz rider Mark Miller suffering mechanical breakdown just after Ballaugh , approximately one-half distance around

1148-717: The electronic rear door latches when the car is moving or involved in a collision. The issue was that water could possibly short circuit the door lock. The issue has now been resolved, remaining vehicles that do not have new switches are replaced at US port of entry for vehicles shipped overseas. The Prius Plug-in Hybrid (ZVW35) is based on the conventional third generation (ZVW30) with a 4.4   kWh lithium-ion battery that allows an all-electric range of 18 km (11 miles). A global demonstration program involving 600 pre-production test cars began in late 2009 and took place in Japan, Europe, Canada, China, Australia, New Zealand and

1189-510: The fifth-generation Prius in the UK. In 2024, for the 2025 model year, the Prime model was renamed to Plug-in Hybrid for the North American market. In Japan, the Prius went on sale on 10 January 2023. Grade levels offered for the Prius are the X, U, G, and Z; with the former two are equipped with the 2ZR-FXE engine, and the latter two equipped with the M20A-FXS engine. The United States market Prius

1230-544: The new Prius (2010 US model year) at the January 2009 North American International Auto Show , and sales began in Japan on 18 May 2009. Toyota cut the price of the Prius from ¥2.331 million to ¥2.05 million to better compete with the Honda Insight , leading some to wonder whether increased sales of the Prius might come at the expense of sales of other vehicles with higher margins. Competition from lower priced hybrids, such as

1271-518: The plug-in hybrid model being available. Unlike previous generations, this generation will not be sold in Australia due to sluggish sales with the previous generation. It will be replaced by a shorter Corolla Hatchback Hybrid. Toyota New Zealand also decided not to offer the new generation Prius initially, but have resumed sales in 2024 under their Signature Class imported vehicle program. In October 2023, Toyota reversed its initial decision not to sell

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1312-560: The rear shock." The motor is oil-cooled developing 100 HP (75.6 KW) and 250 Lb-Ft (339 Nm ) of torque, continuously. In June 2009, Mark Miller rode the E1pc in the TTXGP race on the 37.733-mile (60.725 km) mountain course of the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy but did not finish the race. On June 10, 2010, US racer Mark Miller won the TT Zero race on the same course riding a redesigned E1pc with

1353-629: The second-generation Prius had been built by FAW Toyota in the city of Changchun for the Chinese market. It was reported that a total of 2,152 Priuses were sold in 2006 and 414 in 2007. The relatively low sales were blamed on a high price, about US$ 15,000 higher than in Japan or the US, caused by high duties on imported parts. In an attempt to stem the drop in sales, Toyota cut the price of Prius by up to eight percent in March 2008. Toyota sold about 1,192,000-second-generation Priuses worldwide. Toyota debuted

1394-487: The solar-PV roof panels to help cool the cabin interior in summer heat, Intelligent Parking Assist, Lane Keep Assist, and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control. Its new body design features a reduced drag coefficient of  C d =0.25. This figure was disputed by General Motors which found the value for the model with 17-inch wheels to be around 0.30 based on tests in GM, Ford, and Chrysler wind tunnels. Car & Driver measured

1435-469: The standard Prius model. The 2018 model year Prius Eco ranked as the second-most-fuel-efficient gasoline-powered car without plug-in capability available in the US that year, following the Hyundai Ioniq Blue hybrid. In late November 2018, for the 2019 model year, the U.S. market Prius lineup introduced an all-wheel drive model featuring Toyota's E-Four system. This has been available for

1476-463: The third-generation Prius at 0.26 in a privately arranged five-way wind-tunnel test of comparable cars. An underbody rear fin helps stabilize the vehicle at higher speeds. A new front-drive platform underpinned the car, although the wheelbase remained unchanged and overall length grew by a lone centimetre. Aluminium was employed in the hood, rear hatch, front axle and brake calipers (disc brakes were finally assigned to all four wheels). The Prius uses

1517-529: The two-seat Honda Insight . The NHW11 Prius became more powerful partly to satisfy the higher speeds and longer distances that Americans drive. Electric power steering was standard equipment. While the larger Prius could seat five, its battery pack restricted cargo space. The Prius was offered in the US in three trim packages: Standard, Base, and Touring. The US EPA (CARB) classified the car with an air pollution score of 3 out of 10 as an Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV). Prius owners were eligible for up to

1558-465: Was a timely breakthrough for plant-based eco-plastics because 2009 was the United Nations' International Year of Natural Fibres, which spotlights kenaf and ramie among others. At its introduction in 2009, it won the Car of the Year Japan Award for the second time. In December 2013, Consumer Reports named the Prius as the "Best Value", for the second year in a row. A 2019 iSeeCars study ranked

1599-497: Was presented on 16 November 2022, with two powertrain options announced for the Japanese market. The first uses Toyota's Series Parallel Hybrid System , available in 1.8-litre ( 2ZR-FXE ) and 2.0-litre ( M20A-FXS ) variants and producing up to 103 kW (138 hp; 140 PS) and 144 or 146 kW (193 or 196 hp; 196 or 199 PS) respectively. This model is also available with E-Four all-wheel drive system. The second,

1640-479: Was the first Prius sold by Toyota outside of Japan, with sales in limited numbers beginning in the year 2000 in Asia, America, Europe and Australia. In the United States, the Prius was marketed between the smaller Corolla and the larger Camry , with a published retail price of US$ 19,995 (equivalent to $ 35,400 in 2023). European sales began in September 2000. The official launch of the Prius in Australia occurred at

1681-507: Was the most popular choice, and the new official plural designation in the US. In Latin prius is the neuter singular of the comparative form ( prior , prior , prius ) of an adjective with only comparative and superlative (the superlative being primus , prima , primum ). As with all neuter words, the Latin plural is priora , but that brand name was used by the Lada Priora in 2007. Despite

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